Dhanishtha nakshatra
धनिष्ठा · ruled by Mars · 23°20′ Makara – 6°40′ Kumbha
Dhanishtha is nakshatra 23 of the 27 lunar mansions, spanning 23°20′ Makara to 6°40′ Kumbha; it is ruled by Mars. It is the nakshatra of rhythm, music and prosperity. Natives are traditionally ambitious, generous, musical and good in groups, with a talent for timing.
What is Dhanishtha like?
Dhanishtha, “the wealthiest”, is ruled by the eight Vasus, gods of abundance, and its symbol is a drum. It is the nakshatra of rhythm, music and prosperity. Natives are traditionally ambitious, generous, musical and good in groups, with a talent for timing. Mars adds energy and courage. The lesson is to balance ambition with humility.
Key strengths
- Rhythm and timing
- Generosity
- Ambition
- Group leadership
Traditional fields of work
Music, performing arts, sport, real estate, finance, event management and team leadership.
What are the four padas and name syllables?
| Pada | Starts at | Navamsa sign | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23°20′ Makara | Simha | Ga (गा) |
| 2 | 26°40′ Makara | Kanya | Gi (गी) |
| 3 | 29°60′ Makara | Tula | Gu (गू) |
| 4 | 3°20′ Kumbha | Vrishchika | Ge (गे) |
How does Dhanishtha shape your dasha timeline?
With the Moon in Dhanishtha, life begins in Mars mahadasha. Mars’s full period is 7 years; the portion remaining at birth equals the fraction of Dhanishtha the Moon had still to cross. A Moon at the start of Dhanishtha gives almost the full 7 years, while one near the end gives only months. Rahu dasha (18 years) follows.
How does Dhanishtha work in guna milan?
Nadi dosha traditionally arises with partners who share the Madhya nadi: Bharani, Mrigashira, Pushya, Purva Phalguni, Chitra, Anuradha, Purva Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada. Tradition cancels it in cases such as the same nakshatra with different padas.
Same gana (Rakshasa) — full 6 Gana points: Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Chitra, Vishakha, Jyeshtha, Mula, Shatabhisha.
Same yoni (Lion) — full 4 Yoni points: Purva Bhadrapada.
What else do people ask about Dhanishtha?
Who is the lord of Dhanishtha nakshatra?
Dhanishtha is ruled by Mars, and its deity is Eight Vasus (elemental gods). People born with the Moon in Dhanishtha begin life in the Mars Vimshottari dasha (a 7-year period, partly elapsed at birth), followed by Rahu.
What are the name syllables for Dhanishtha nakshatra?
The traditional namakshar for the four padas are Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge (गा, गी, गू, गे). The syllable depends on the pada the Moon occupied at birth.
What is the gana, yoni and nadi of Dhanishtha?
Dhanishtha is Rakshasa gana, Lion yoni (female) and Madhya nadi. These are used in Ashtakoot guna milan.
Which zodiac sign is Dhanishtha in?
Dhanishtha spans 23°20′ Makara to 6°40′ Kumbha, so it lies in Makara and Kumbha.
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