Vedic birth stars
The Nakshatras (birth stars)
Each Nakshatra is a lunar mansion with its own ruling planet, deity and personality. Explore the guides below, then find your own janma nakshatra by date of birth.
Ashwini
Ruled by Ketu · Horse's head
Quick, pioneering and energetic — the first nakshatra, associated with fresh starts and healing.
Read the Ashwini guide →
Bharani
Ruled by Venus · Yoni (womb)
Intense, creative and disciplined — associated with transformation, bearing and endurance.
Read the Bharani guide →
Rohini
Ruled by Moon · Ox cart / chariot
Charming, fertile and artistic — often called the most beloved nakshatra, linked with growth and beauty.
Read the Rohini guide →
Mrigashira
Ruled by Mars · Deer's head
Curious, gentle and searching — the seeker, always exploring new ideas and places.
Read the Mrigashira guide →
Pushya
Ruled by Saturn · Cow's udder / lotus
Nourishing, stable and spiritual — considered one of the most auspicious nakshatras for growth.
Read the Pushya guide →
Ashlesha
Ruled by Mercury · Coiled serpent
Perceptive, magnetic and intuitive — linked with deep insight and hidden knowledge.
Read the Ashlesha guide →
Magha
Ruled by Ketu · Royal throne
Regal, dignified and traditional — associated with lineage, authority and honouring ancestors.
Read the Magha guide →
Mula
Ruled by Ketu · Bunch of tied roots
Investigative, deep and transformative — the root-seeker, drawn to get to the bottom of things.
Read the Mula guide →
More nakshatra guides are being added. There are 27 nakshatras in all — meanwhile, you can already find yours with the Nakshatra calculator.