Nakshatra Ardra

The nakshatra Ardra (6th of the 27 nakshatras, 6°40′ — 20°00′ of Gemini).

«The Moon in Ardra signifies a person who is irritable, ungrateful, restless, inclined to hypocrisy and who takes pleasure in doing evil» (Varahamihira).

General indications: the symbol of Ardra is a teardrop, and its supreme Deity is Rudra — the God of storms, who has power over the forces of destruction.

Ardra (literally «wet» or «moist») is associated with humidity, dampness, vapours and liquids, with their volatility or fluidity. One has to weep because of losses or disappointments, which is precisely what the god Rudra presides over, whose name is etymologically connected with weeping, and also with the roaring and howling which are the sound accompaniment of a storm. Ardra is thus also connected with phenomena bringing losses and devastation. Traditionally a lack of gratitude and a considerable share of malice are ascribed to this nakshatra, which on the level of events may signify treachery and deception in the field of business and finance. Also within the competence of Ardra are diplomacy, criticism, cruelty, lawlessness, vices, egocentrism, lies, fraud. If the lagna or the Moon are placed in Ardra, then the native may be overwhelmed by feelings which they are unable to master.

Planets placed in Ardra, and the things connected with the houses which they rule, may be sources of troubles and disappointments. If Mars — the natural significator of brothers — happens to be the lord of the 3rd house of brothers (which occurs with lagnas in Virgo and Aquarius) and at the same time occupies Ardra, then the native may have no brothers or there may be difficulties in relations with them, or else a brother or sister may die or be very unhappy. Since Ardra possesses a feminine character, then if the lord of the 5th house of the horoscope is connected with it, it is expected that the first child will be a girl, although another opinion is that if any graha connected with children falls into this nakshatra, it not infrequently becomes barren.

If Ardra is vividly manifested in your horoscope, then a source of courage (although its indications look poor here) for you may be reflections on the fact that a loss may become the beginning of new achievements and that your tears will become that moisture which will make your fields still more fertile. If nothing in the world ever died, then in the end there would be no room left for anything new or different. Rudra, who is a hypostasis of Shiva, is indeed a destroyer of misfortune, since he removes everything that has outlived its time. One who endures the trials and misfortunes of Ardra acquires the pride and calm of a person who has learned the true value of things, who has found out what any serious accomplishment is worth.

Physiology and diseases: the crown and the back of the head, the eyes.

Professions, people and places of habitation: Those who deal with «carrion», be it tinned, frozen, «dirty» food. Butchers. Specialists in fooling people: importunate politicians, dishonest traders, liars and swindlers, crooks and thieves. Those connected with primordial energies: for example nuclear researchers. Those who actively encourage the destruction of various living objects: cruel people, murderers, inventors of chemical substances for the destruction of viruses, bacteria and diseases, doctors engaged in chemotherapy, drug dealers and so on.

H. Defouw, R. Svoboda «Light on Life. An Introduction to the Astrology of India»

Ardra (Skt.: आर्द्रा) is represented by a bright star of red colour in the upper left corner of the constellation of Orion, known in modern astronomy as Betelgeuse.

Zodiac: 6°40′ — 20°00′ of Gemini
Ruling planet: Rahu
Symbol: a human head, a teardrop
Deity: Rudra (the God of storms, the younger brother of Indra)
Varna/caste: executioners, butchers
Goal: kama
Origin: human
Temper: formidable, sharp (tikshna)
Guna: tamas
Gender: female
Quality: sharpness
Ayurvedic constitution: Vata
Element: water
Direction: south-west, west, north
Body parts: the back of the head, the forehead, the eyes, the skull
Animal: the dog
Sounds: ku, gha, nga, chha
Enemy: Shravana

«Ardra has black skin and the head of a horse. She rides upon a buffalo, wears green garments and necklaces of human bones. In her hand she holds a red spear» («Chaturvarga-chintamani» of Hemadri). 

The key concept of the nakshatra Ardra

Deliverance from sufferings by the right application of one's abilities to the solution of the current task (without sweating, without straining).

Ardra is a futuristic nakshatra, striving to free us from what has outlived its time through a series of stormy events. As a rule, such «storms» do not last long and, if one does not cling to the past, they are easy to survive, and the reward will be renewal, like the freshness of leaves after rain. For example, someone feels disappointment because they have lost their job, but thanks to this situation they have received a new opportunity to follow their calling and to become successful.

The character of Ardra is like the character of a child. Those born under this nakshatra possess the ability to pass abruptly, within a few minutes, from intense joy to deep sorrow or to something in between these states. Ardra is the first nakshatra which makes an attempt to understand how Maya acts, on an intellectual level. It loves to analyse, to find out the cause which gave rise to a phenomenon. Most likely, it is precisely for this reason that Ardra personalities possess an inquisitive, investigative mind.

Ardra correlates with yatna-shakti — the ability to make efforts, to concentrate on the search for and attainment of a desired goal. Attainment — this is the result of the action of Ardra.

Ardra is a nakshatra in which receptivity and sensitivity develop, since the vicissitudes of fate created by the nakshatra make the mind work, make it active. These qualities make Ardra personalities sensitive to any kinds of pain and in some cases give a strong desire to help those who are suffering.

In Ardra the emotions meet the reason, and for it it is extremely important to observe a balance between them.

Ardra personalities are tireless observers both of themselves and of others. This quality, together with the habit of saying what they think, makes them look impolite and critical. Their sarcasm may cause much pain and torment to those around them. Less developed Ardra natives display a childish inclination to indulge their egoistic aspirations with the help of lies, unscrupulousness and so on. However they are brave and capable of confrontation.

Because of Rahu's connection with illusion, Ardra can create great confusion, can cause one to squander intellectual and mental energy on useless pursuits. It can also make them stubborn, haughty and reckless. Today, when science and technology exert a strong influence on mass consciousness, Ardra personalities spend their potential on materialistic sciences which, in most cases, do not give evolution on the spiritual level. All Ardra personalities receive a chance to change their lives for the better, but in the modern hyper-materialistic epoch, abounding in all types of illusions, this is not a simple task.

In the case of highly developed souls Ardra acts differently. The universal reason tests them by sending down difficult conditions and situations, in order to check their resoluteness and understanding.

One of the symbols of Ardra is a teardrop, showing all kinds of sorrows. This relates to the negative part of Rahu; the second symbol — the freshness of a green leaf after rain — is the positive part, giving the attainment of goals through failures.

The nakshatra shows the destructive nature of Shiva, the storm, the tempest. Rahu is the planet of the future, and it leads a person from the past into the future with the help of a storm. One must accept purification in order to receive new opportunities. One more of its symbols is the diamond, and it is born in very difficult conditions and is under enormous pressure.

The most intellectual combination, Mercury and Rahu, like a diamond, shines with many facets.

A sattvic nakshatra.

Very quick, like the bite of a snake, it gives a sharp mind, intellect, but it may come together with sarcasm. Misfortunes are possible. Even if a good result manifests, it may be expressed in a strange form. People with a vividly manifested nakshatra Ardra have very many inner, hidden emotions. It always leads to growth and development, although often through storms and tempests. The first part of the life of these people is subject to storms and tempests. They have many desires, searchings, and often their desires are wrong and unnecessary. Then comes an understanding that everything they did was «not it», but growth always follows this.

«The Moon in Ardra makes a person insincere, hot-tempered, ungrateful, inclined to violence and bad deeds» (Varahamihira). 

Ardra men

They may be either thin or fat. They are warm-hearted in relations with friends and relatives, and capable of noble deeds. Strong intuition and an excellent sense of humour allow them to move away from stereotyped behaviour. They perform the work entrusted to them responsibly, with enthusiasm and inspiration.

They are inconsistent, they love to gather knowledge, often without applying it in practice. They have an inclination to do several things at once. Calm and cool-headedness in difficult conditions arouse the love and respect of those around them. They often earn money far from their place of birth. For them the period from 32 to 42 years is a favourable one.

If they marry late, then most often the marriage is stable and successful.

Problems with the teeth are possible. In some cases hearing suffers, and pains in the heart appear.

Ardra women

A classical nose, beautiful eyes, often an attractive body — such are Ardra women.

A strong reason gives successes in the field of education, scientific activity, consulting and pedagogy. They have a good grasp of other people's problems, and have an inclination to help those around them.

Marriage is rarely early and successful — there is little love from the spouse, and the loss of the partner for one reason or another is possible. Female diseases, problems with the liver and the circulatory system may manifest.

 

The padas (quarters) of the nakshatra Ardra

The 1st pada of the nakshatra Ardra (6° 40′ — 10° 00′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Sagittarius, ruled by Jupiter. This pada is connected with the investigative, inquisitive side of Ardra. Truthfulness and control over one's feelings are characteristic of it. Planets placed here possess a carefree character, but are inclined to material excesses. This is the beginning of the thunderstorm, so the conditions are not the worst.

The 2nd pada of the nakshatra (10° 00′ — 13° 20′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Capricorn, ruled by Saturn. This pada compels one to chase after material achievements, and then causes disappointment with what has been obtained. The greater part of the negative qualities of the nakshatra manifests precisely here. The storm is gathering strength, and therefore planets placed here become a source of constant problems and troubles.

The 3rd pada of the nakshatra (13° 20′ — 16° 40′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Aquarius, ruled by Saturn. This pada is connected with scientific and research activity, and also with electricity. The storm is at its height, lightning is flashing everywhere, and therefore planets placed here may give short, sudden flashes of inspiration. Mental activity reaches its peak. Good oratorical abilities. An inclination to slander, to rudeness.

The 4th pada of the nakshatra (16° 40′ — 20° 00′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Pisces, ruled by Jupiter. This is a Pushkara-navamsha. It is connected with the sensitive and compassionate aspect of Ardra. The storm is ending: compared with the two previous padas the conditions are mild and peaceful. Planets placed here usually give favourable results. Such qualities as extravagance and ill will may manifest. Family happiness is in question.

 

The ruling planet of the nakshatra Ardra

Notwithstanding that the chief ruler of Ardra is Rahu, it makes sense to speak of the joint influence of Rahu and Mercury. These are two intellectual planets dealing with the duality of life and nature. The Mercurial side of Rahu heightens the mental abilities of the natives of Ardra, strengthens their involvement in those kinds of activity which are bound up with communication, reflection or work with the hands, ensures an abundance of mental and nervous energy, and also conditions such qualities as wit and inconstancy.

The negative aspect of the influence of the nakshatra may cause a person to apply their skills wrongly — for the attainment of egoistic goals or for causing harm to others. In some cases the intellect is distorted to such a degree that the person breaks the law without a second thought. One should be very careful with everything that is done under the influence of Ardra, since the consequences of one's deeds will manifest in this very life. On the whole this is good, since the «baggage» will not have to be dragged into future incarnations, and there is a possibility of atoning for what has been done. The energies of Rahu and Mercury may completely seize a person living in the modern epoch of the information boom, but in their highest manifestation they bestow true knowledge and the ability to see through illusion. They may also connect a person's mind with spiritual realities and as a result give the ability of intuitive, direct comprehension of things.

Ardra is the place where nature consciously applies chaos and dispersal in order to facilitate the process of creation and manifestation of something. Ardra is connected with that enigmatic factor of the Universe which can never be foreseen. In other words, Maya is incomprehensible. However it is revealed at the time of enlightenment — a process in which all 27 nakshatras are involved.

 

Professions of the nakshatra Ardra

Electrical engineers, electrical technicians, workers in the computer and electronics industry, software developers, sound-recording engineers, sound technicians, musicians (especially those who work in the genre of electronic music). Experts in the field of the English language. Weapons experts. Photographers, specialists in special effects in cinema, designers of computer games and fans of science fiction, experts in the field of 3D and virtual reality. Workers of all kinds. Mathematicians and researchers, scholars, deep thinkers and philosophers. Writers (especially in the science-fiction genre). Surgeons, doctors who apply poisons in small quantities as medicines (both homoeopaths and allopaths). Specialists in the eyes and the brain (including surgeons), psychoanalysts and psychotherapists, all who specialise in the treatment of diseases of the brain and head. Biotechnologists, chemotherapists. Those who are involved in such intellectual kinds of sport as chess, Scrabble, bridge and so on. Undertakers. Workers of the pharmaceutical, chemical and fertiliser industries, any professions connected with the use of poisons. Workers of nuclear power stations. Researchers, detectives and solvers of mysteries, analysts of all types. Experts in lightning, specialists in X-ray radiation and the personnel of radar installations. Workers of food-processing enterprises producing tinned goods, frozen products and fast food. Thieves, legal and illegal sellers of drugs, salespeople skilful in deception and ambiguous talk. Snipers and hired killers. Politicians and manipulators.

Places connected with the nakshatra Ardra

Places where thunderstorms, hurricanes and tornadoes often occur. Research laboratories of all types. Communication centres such as radar stations. Studios and shops relating to high technologies. Radio stations and television studios, telegraph offices. Nuclear power stations. Factories dealing with poisonous chemical processes. Escalators. Military bases, weapons depots. Hospitals. All places connected with the professions listed above. Today Ardra is present in all houses because of the presence in them of electrical networks and electrical appliances.

 

Favourable activity under the nakshatra Ardra

That which is connected with the professions and places of the nakshatra. Destructive activity: the demolition of old buildings, getting rid of old things and habits which have outlived their time, and so on. Meeting face to face with hidden, deep problems and difficulties. Research and creativity in the spheres of activity controlled by the nakshatra. The propitiation of wrathful deities, such as Rudra and Kali.

Unfavourable activity under the nakshatra Ardra

The nakshatra is unfavourable for any beginnings. On the whole it is unfavourable for such «positive» kinds of activity as concluding a marriage, travel, giving and receiving gifts, conducting religious ceremonies and so on.

Illnesses connected with the nakshatra Ardra

Disorders of the nervous system, very sensitive skin, allergies, problems with the lungs.

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THE SIXTH STAR — ARDRA 6° 40’ — 20° 00 OF GEMINI

Ardra is a single star of red colour. The Greek name is Betelgeuse. Ardra is an «earthly» (manushya) star, of a very unkind nature. It gives haughtiness, pride, an inclination to betrayal. Its name is translated as «teardrop» and indicates one who causes pain to others. The supreme deity of Ardra is Rudra, the god of storms.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PEOPLE BORN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ARDRA

Ardra men

They are shrewd, possess a good sense of humour, and take a responsible attitude to their work. Such qualities as inconstancy and ingratitude are characteristic of them. They are capable of and inclined to research work. From 32 to 42 years is a period of accomplishments and good fortune.
An early marriage, as a rule, in men born under the influence of Ardra, ends in divorce. A marriage concluded after 30 years is firm and happy. Incurable illnesses are possible.

Ardra women

They are beautiful, calm, sometimes extravagant. They have expressive eyes and good manners. They are reasonable, ready to help, shrewd, and see the shortcomings of others. Sometimes they have two mothers or fathers, especially if the lagna falls in Ashwini. They can attain great successes in science or education. They enter into marriage late, and experience problems in family life. Divorce or the death of the husband is possible. There may be blood diseases, asthma.

Well-known personalities with the Moon in Ardra: V. Dahl, N. Nekrasov, Catherine the Second.
Well-known personalities with the Sun in Ardra: V. Mukhina, A. Saint-Exupéry.

The Moon in Ardra

If the Moon is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• • the Sun — knowledge of the metaphysical sciences, poverty;

• • Mars — a broad outlook;

• • Mercury — the support of the government;

• • Jupiter — a good education. The owner of the horoscope may become a teacher or lecturer;

• • Venus — well-being;
  • Saturn — poverty.

The Moon in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

Truthfulness, intelligence, control over one's feelings. Rheumatism of the arms and shoulders is possible. If the lagna falls in Revati, and Jupiter is conjoined with the Moon — the owner of the horoscope will attain a high position in life.

The Moon in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

Coarseness, pride, straightforwardness, sickliness. Bronchitis or asthma are possible. If Venus aspects the Moon in this quarter — the owner of the horoscope will have musical abilities or will become a maker of musical instruments.

The Moon in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’- 16° 40’ of Gemini

Coarseness, an inclination to slander and malicious gossip, oratorical abilities. If the lagna falls in Rohini — wealth awaits the owner of the horoscope.

The Moon in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’- 20° 00’ of Gemini

Extravagance, a bad character, malice, ill will, an absence of family happiness.

The Sun in Ardra

If the Sun is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• • the Moon — problems from relatives, life far from home;

• • Mars — many enemies;

• • Mercury — happy and prosperous children;

• • Jupiter — an interest in tantric practices. The owner of the horoscope is inclined to wandering, and is not suited to family life;

• • Venus — successful emigration;
  • Saturn — misfortunes from women.

The Sun in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini (birth from 21 June to 25 June)

A good education, mathematical abilities, wealth is possible. The owner of the horoscope may become a good astrologer.

The Sun in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini (birth from 25 to 28 June)

Eloquence. The owner of the horoscope is the favourite of the family. If Jupiter is placed here too, then a high position in the government is to be expected. If the Sun is conjoined with Saturn — danger for the wife and children.

The Sun in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini (birth from 28 June to 1 July)

A versatile education. Diseases of the lungs, bronchitis are possible.

The Sun in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00 of Gemini (birth from 2 to 4 July)

Nobility, a good upbringing, attractiveness, wealth. The owner of the horoscope may become a good astrologer. Men, as a rule, marry after 25 years, women — at 23 years. After 39 years the owner of the horoscope may become famous.

Mars in Ardra 

If Mars is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• the Sun — bravery, wealth. A profession connected with the timber or defence industry;
• the Moon — the owner of the horoscope will love the company of women of easy virtue and will suffer from venereal diseases. Work in law-enforcement bodies is possible;
• Mercury — family happiness, good children. The owner of the horoscope will become a skilful astrologer;
• Jupiter — happiness in the family, writing or publishing activity;
• Venus — the wife of the owner of the horoscope will be able to earn more than they do themselves;
• Saturn — a good marriage partner, but the owner of the horoscope themselves is dishonest and engages in menial work.

Mars in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’— 10° 00’ of Gemini

A good education, a love of poetry, a striving to live abroad. If at the same time the lagna falls in Krittika or in Rohini, then the owner of the horoscope will endure various privations, and their brothers or sisters, and also their wife, are threatened with danger.

Mars in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will be educated, rich and brave. They will greatly love forests, trees and will try to connect their profession with nature.

Mars in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

Abilities in mathematics and poetry, business trips abroad, an unhappy old age. Diseases of the intestines or lungs are possible.

Mars in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will attain a high level of education if they prefer jurisprudence or chemistry. They will also be able to achieve sufficient perfection in astrology, if they take it up. It is recommended to be careful with fire or firearms. The development of a tumour of the throat is possible.

Mercury in Ardra 

If Mercury is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• the Sun — many blessings from superiors and work in a government institution;
• the Moon — good organisational abilities, work in the city administration, the respect of many people;
• Jupiter — the owner of the horoscope is rich, reasonable, and earns as an accountant or financier;
• Venus — abilities in the field of chemistry; the marriage partner will bring many problems and sufferings;
• Saturn — honour and dignity, esteem and respect.

Mercury in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

Erudition, knowledge of the sacred scriptures, an interest and competence in astrology, extramarital relations. The owner of the horoscope may confidently be called a «jack of all trades». Problems with hearing are possible.

Mercury in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20′ of Gemini

A good position for Mercury, which gives wealth, eloquence, mastery and virtuosity in any kind of manual work. If the owner of the horoscope takes up astrology, then they may attain a very high level. They will have more sons than daughters. Diseases of the blood or lungs are possible.

Mercury in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

A high intellect. If the lagna also falls in this quarter, then one may expect wealth, family happiness, various blessings from brothers or sisters.

Mercury in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

In this quarter Mercury manifests the same results as in the 1st quarter. Besides, diseases of the lungs and neuralgia are possible.

Jupiter in Ardra 

If Jupiter is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• the Sun — wealth, respect and family happiness;
• the Moon — a high administrative post;
• Mars — a profession connected with cars or aeroplanes;
• Mercury — abilities in mathematics and astrology;
• Venus — the owner of the horoscope has much money, but does not use it to live in comfort;
• Saturn — fame, extraordinary wealth, an excellent wife and children.

Jupiter in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope has a developed sense of responsibility and justice, and is also endowed with pedagogical talent. They may teach in a higher educational institution, become a lawyer or attain perfection in various branches of art. Diseases of the liver or lungs are possible.

Jupiter in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

A very high social position, happiness in children.

Jupiter in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

If the dasha of Jupiter, which is placed in this quarter, passes before 15 years, then the owner of the horoscope will have to endure hardships and privations in the period of youth. A certain stability of views and of material position will come only after marriage.

Jupiter in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

If the lagna also falls in this quarter, the owner of the horoscope is an exceptionally outstanding person. They will also have a very firm and harmonious marriage. Diseases of the lungs are possible.

Venus in Ardra 

If Venus is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• the Sun — the owner of the horoscope will become a doctor. Two marriages are possible;
• the Moon — success with the opposite sex despite indecisiveness and timidity;
• Mars — good fortune;
• Jupiter — a developed intellect, a good education, a high social position;
• Saturn — a rupture with the family, an inclination to indulge sexual desires and the possibility of venereal diseases.

Venus in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

Venus in this quarter in a woman's horoscope may give a licentious temper, and if Venus is not aspected by a favourable planet or is not conjoined with one, then the owner of the horoscope will earn her living by prostitution. In the horoscope of a man Venus in this quarter speaks of an inclination to science, a high education, abilities in music and art.

Venus in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

A long life, attractiveness, reasonableness, abilities in the sciences, especially in the field of chemistry. If Jupiter does not aspect Venus, then the family life of the owner of the horoscope will be full of problems and friction. Blood diseases are possible.

Venus in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

Wealth, a high intellect, blessings from the government. The owner of the horoscope may lose considerable money through women. Their religious views will be quite orthodox. Blood diseases are possible.

Venus in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

This is the best position for Venus, which speaks of an outstanding talent as an actor or musician. The owner of the horoscope will be recognised and very rich through their talent. The peak of their career will be at 40 — 49 years. A tumour in the area of the throat and diseases of the left eye are possible.

Saturn in Ardra 

If Saturn is placed in Ardra and aspected by:

• the Sun — bad relations with the father;
• the Moon — the younger sister of the owner of the horoscope will become a widow and will be materially dependent on them;
• Mars — a threat is to be expected to the father's property, and also to the brothers or sisters from the owner of the horoscope;
• Mercury — a high education, research in the field of science, an unhappy married life;
• Jupiter — honour and respect;
• Venus — two marriages. The owner of the horoscope may become a jeweller or engage in the buying and selling of various metals.

Saturn in the 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

This is not a good position for Saturn, which will bring a large number of debts, the performance of menial work or an inclination to theft and illegal activity. The owner of the horoscope will be devoid of moral principles.

Saturn in the 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will not receive support from their father, and will make their fortune at the cost of ruining others. And only an aspect of the Moon to Saturn can bring respect, wealth, fame and renown. Saturn in Ardra gives very negative results, but being placed in the 2nd quarter and under the influence of the Moon, the favourable characteristics described above are possible.

Saturn in the 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

From an early age the owner of the horoscope may fall into bad company. They will drag out a miserable existence, have bad relations with their wife and may become the leader of a criminal gang.

Saturn in the 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

An addiction to alcohol, material dependence on a marriage partner conducting illegal activity, being taken to court and, if there are no mitigating aspects — imprisonment

Rahu in Ardra 

The 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

Atheism, great arrogance, a multitude of extramarital relations. The owner of the horoscope has a dark complexion. They will make great wealth, but will squander it in games of chance and on the opposite sex.

The 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

Garrulousness, licentiousness, extraordinary haughtiness. Several accidents in childhood are possible.

The 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

A high administrative post. The owner of the horoscope is dissatisfied with their marriage and seeks pleasures on the side. Diseases of the lungs are possible.

The 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will be compelled to interrupt their education, but later will make up for lost time. They will engage in science, and their achievements in this field will receive the recognition of the government. They will have honour, wealth, fame and possibly two marriages.

Ketu in Ardra

The 1st quarter, 6° 40’ — 10° 00’ of Gemini

Cunning, ingratitude and cruelty. The owner of the horoscope has a sickly marriage partner, and if there are other negative indications in the horoscope — they will be widowed before 35 years. The length of their life is average.
Asthma or tuberculosis of the lungs are possible.

The 2nd quarter, 10° 00’ — 13° 20’ of Gemini

Hot-temperedness, a rupture of relations with their family, bad relations with the mother, diseases of the oral cavity.

The 3rd quarter, 13° 20’ — 16° 40’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope lives off the products of agriculture or off the leasing of land. They have landed property, but may lose it in a dispute. Problems await them in married life and the loss of children. Tuberculosis or cancer are possible.

The 4th quarter, 16° 40’ — 20° 00’ of Gemini

The loss of inherited property, an absence of support from the father. The owner of the horoscope is threatened with poisoning and some physical defect.

 

General remarks concerning the nakshatra Ardra

Those who are born in this nakshatra will have difficult relations with those who are born in Pushya, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Abhijit and Shravana. The lord of the nakshatra is Rahu, then follow the periods of Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury, Ketu, Venus, the Sun and so on.

Destructive degrees

The Sun — 12° of Gemini
Mercury — 13° of Gemini
Jupiter — 12° of Gemini
Venus — 11° of Gemini
Saturn — 7° of Gemini
Rahu — 12° of Gemini
The negative factors of the placement of Mercury are neutralised if it is conjoined with the Moon. The influence of a strong Mars or a conjunction with it also somewhat softens the negative indications. It is recommended to be careful every time these planets pass through their destructive degrees.

based on the material of the books «Vedic Astrology of Matrimony» (Indubala)

and «Nakshatras. Life under a Lucky Star» (R. Blekt)

 

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This is the sixth nakshatra, and it is located entirely in the constellation of Gemini. Ardra is a bright star, which in modern astronomy is known as the star Betelgeuse, located in the constellation of Orion; it is also correlated with the static, fixed star Sirius.

The symbol of this star is a human head, which places a certain emphasis on the fact that thinking, a person's reason, is connected with this star. Mercury is the ruling planet in the constellation of Gemini, whereas the ruling planet of the nakshatra Ardra is Rahu, and therefore the ability to feel deeply, combined with a passionate nature of analysis, a nature of reflection, a combination of deep emotional perception and intellectual analysis, is inherent in this star, and in those people who were born under its patronage. 

The ruling deity of this star is Rudra. Ardra and Rudra are consonant or even, one might say, cognate names. Rudra in the Vedic pantheon of divine beings is the name given to the deity of destruction. Rudra is a particularly wrathful form of Shiva, which represents thunder and lightning, and therefore the questions of death, sufferings, pain, are very relevant to the mood, the nature of this star. 

I hope that our listeners are sufficiently non-paranoid, especially those who have already discovered that their star is Ardra, and do not take this as a forecast. I am not making a forecast now. This is spoken about the energy of the star, about the nature of the person, about the fact that these themes interest them, and that they encounter them in one way or another in life. A well-known scholar, extremely well known in the West, I don't know how in Russia, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, a kind of pioneer, a researcher in the sphere of questions of death, had her moon in her chart of birth precisely in this star. She is now, today, considered one of the leading authorities in questions of the esotericism and philosophy of death.

Besides, a peculiarity of people born under this star, a peculiarity of their destiny, is that this star is ruled by the planet Rahu. This means that the first planetary period — you remember, I hope, this arithmetic, that the planet which rules the constellation under which you were born begins your life. With this planet, with the period of this planet, a person's life begins. And depending on the length of the period, and on how much the moon had already managed to pass over the territory of this star, will depend how long this period of the ruling planet of the nakshatra will last. Since the nakshatra Ardra is ruled by Rahu, these children usually are not lucky with a calm childhood, because Rahu in itself represents quite chaotic, sometimes even destructive energies. 

Therefore children born under this star have to pass, together with their family, with their parents, through some certain stage of instability, sometimes of divorces. Divorces are, let us say, not only the prerogative of children born under the star Ardra, unfortunately, nowadays. But nevertheless, these children have to live through some stages of turbulence in the life of their family together with their parents in the first part of their life.

Ardra means —  the imperious one. The symbol of this star is a teardrop, that is, she who makes one weep. This is one of the meanings of this star. If at the end of the broadcast I burst into tears, do not be surprised. Besides, it is also described as green, fresh, juicy, moist or shining and as a pearl; these are a few more meanings or names of this star, and therefore Ardra reflects the perception of things. 

And as Ardra reflects the perception of things with very great clarity, exactly like the clarity which sets in in the sky, that is, the sky clears and becomes pure after a storm has passed. Or as when a person has grieved over something for a long time, and, in the end, their consciousness has come to a certain clarity — it is such a power of sensation that this star represents. 

Its basic energy, its basic nakshatra shakti, that is, the energy of this star, is [yatna] shakti — this is will-power in essence, if one translates it correctly from Sanskrit, will-power, the power of achievements, the power of applying some efforts, the potential for applying efforts. 

The story of this star is connected with the story of the demon Taraka, who performed very severe penances in order to receive from the creator of the universe, from Brahma, the gift of invincible might, so that he might possess such might as no one could ever surpass. And as soon as he received such might, as usually happens with characters of this type, with demons, he immediately began to oppress the celestials, that is, the demigods, immediately began to cause them very great anxiety. And the lesson which must be drawn from this story, and the nature of this might which the star Ardra bestows, consists in the fact that reason combined with power or might is like a sword which is sharpened on both sides, very sharp on both sides, and it may lead to the destruction of the very person who uses this weapon; therefore the star Ardra belongs to the category Tikshna.

Tikshna in Sanskrit means sharp. And this energy, this mood of sharpness, contributes to the person being able, under the influence of this star, to engage in activity which requires a certain audacity, boldness and striving for mighty influence. The struggle which this star represents may lead a person to very great results, not without very great efforts on the person's part preceding this, not without a certain share of good fortune — this is how the astrological works characterise this star.

The shadow side of this star — you may be surprised, and say: «Oh, it has a shadow side too?» — is the abuse of power and a lustful striving, a greedy striving for material achievements. This energy of the manifestation of will may in its lower phases be expressed in such an aggressive, greedy tendency towards attaining success without any restrictions, without any rationality in actions. Therefore the actions of Ardra, especially in this phase of its energy of activity, may lead to great sufferings, distress, and pain for other people.

Besides, Ardra natives may act very well in professions which are connected with people's suffering, using this ability to act in the sphere of suffering, they help people to get rid of pain and of sufferings. Ultimately, in its worst manifestations, Ardra may give a person a manifestation of arrogance, egoism, violence towards others for the attainment of their goals. A critical mood, and such a mood of complaints and dissatisfaction may be present in the consciousness of a person under the influence of this star. And, not infrequently, the nature of this star makes a person inclined to be ungrateful and even insolent. 

And therefore the sages of the past very insistently recommend Ardra natives to cultivate gratitude and the ability to appreciate what others do for them. And these two skills, two qualities: the ability to thank people and to value what others do for them, can help to heal many of Ardra's scars. In fact, do not take any characteristic, even a negative one, with such an unhealthy feeling of guilt. Even if you instantly recognised it, and said: oh yes, this is my problem, and since childhood I have always been told, and at school half the class was in tears because of me, and the class teacher cried after lessons, and mother said that you have no shame. Whatever the experience has been, try to understand that the influence of this star is the result of the experience of a past life, that is, a certain reflex. 

And since this star is on top of everything else connected with hunting and the killing of animals, then for people born under this star a vegetarian diet and the practice of [ahimsa] — non-violence in all its possible forms — is extremely recommended. Since although this star does possess such an irritant, such a, let us say, wrathful character, nevertheless it is itself under the patronage of the protector of all animals — Rudra. 

Now this animal force, this enormous animal force — they say there is the force of reason, there is spiritual force and, they say, there is animal force, in its pure form the force of nature, the force of the storm, the force of the thunderstorm, the force of an animal which is defending its life. It is precisely all these forces that are under the patronage of that same lord Rudra – the master of all animals. Therefore, in order not to quarrel with him, I very much recommend Ardra natives to direct their efforts towards gradually adjusting their diet and becoming vegetarians in the course of time. It is not fatal, believe me, those who doubt this. I have experience of associating with people born under this star who throughout their whole life followed the practice of vegetarianism; their character may be called simply impeccable, despite all the manifestations and influences of this star.

Now about what qualities this star gives. First of all, it gives a person an enormous thirst for knowledge, so do not be surprised, mothers and fathers, if your Ardra daughters want to study and want to study well. They study all the time, and even if the parents ask them not to study, the children study all the same, even if they are ill or have no strength, or if they have many other occupations. Therefore, a thirst for knowledge is an absolutely normal manifestation of this star, and besides curiosity, simply a curious mind.

Besides, one should not — and here I am addressing the Ardra natives themselves, the young Ardra natives, those who have now reached the bloom of their youth, that is, sixteen, eighteen and more years. Please, do not force the theme of marriage. This is especially important for girls, but for young men too, since it is said that an early marriage, meaning at the first opportunity, usually for these people ends in divorce; therefore do not hurry.

They can be very good orators, lecturers, and there is a good effect if the moon is in the first phase, in the first quarter, that is, from six forty to ten degrees of the sign of Gemini the moon is strongly placed, and the quality of truthfulness especially in this case distinguishes the person. It not infrequently happens that, as I have already said, these people may be ungrateful, may not follow generally accepted frameworks, may be rebels of a kind and even be antisocial, that is, they may challenge society.

What interests in career, in social activity are most inherent in the star Ardra and in the people who were born under its patronage. Writing abilities. Abilities to teach — teachers. Besides, public services and public organisations, sales, everything connected with commerce. People born under this star are successful as individual salespeople, as freelance salespeople, and therefore people of the Ardra type are often attracted to various pyramid systems of the MLM type – so-called multi-level marketing.

Besides, they are often successful in politics, very successful in various humanitarian projects. Among the people born under this star there are many well-known athletes, but, unfortunately, there are also people who choose professions that are not so favourable. It must be borne in mind that success in people born under the star Ardra may be, for example, in the distribution of drugs, which I would very much not wish you ever to make use of as a kind of success. And likewise in the sphere of the meat industry, since the vedas unequivocally warn about the threat which may arise for a person's destiny if they are engaged in these spheres — unequivocally — so be aware of such an astrological inclination in the depths of your nature, and try to be as far as possible from these spheres.

The star Ardra represents the fulfilment of desires, that is, a person who strives to attain certain goals, to realise their desires. It is precisely these people who best know how to fulfil the desires of others, so there you are — people born under this star have some small talent of a magician.

Ruslan Narushevich

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In the night sky, Arudra is Betelguese (Alpha-Orion), the brightest star in the constellation Orion. In the astrology chart, Arudra is located entirely within the sign of Gemini. This nakshatra is represented by a teardrop, which can symbolize both sorrow and renewal. Those born under Arudra usually go through intense lessons to clear old patterns and gain new understanding. The ruling deity is Rudra, the God of Storms. He is a destructive aspect of Shiva who brings chaos and confusion. Rahu, the ruling planet of Arudra, also brings disorder and a thirst for knowledge. Those born under this nakshatra have an investigative mind and are oriented toward research. They are not afraid to voice opinions or use intimidation. The highest level of Arudra is transformation through cleansing. This is an extremely sensitive star that links mental ability to emotion.

General Characteristics: Motivated by desire; passionate researcher; exploratory mind and abstract thinker
Translation: «The Moist One», «Fresh», «Green»
Symbol: Teardrop Diamond
Animal Symbol: Female Dog
Presiding Deity: Rudra, the God of Storms and Destruction.
Controlling Planet: Rahu 
Ruling Deity of Rahu: Durga
Nature: Munushya (Human)
Mode: Balanced
Number: 6
Gender: Female
Dosha: Vata
Guna: Tamasic
Element: Water
Disposition: Sharp and Forceful (Tikshna)
Bird: Andril
Tree:
Common Name: Long Pepper
Botanical Name: Piper longum
Seed Sounds: Ku, Kha, Nga, Chha
Also related to Planets: Mercury, as the ruler of Gemini.

Each Nakshatra is divided into four quarters called padas that contain more specific characteristics of a person born during the pada of Arudra:

Padas

First Pada	06° 40′ to 10° 00’Gemini Ruled by: Jupiter Soul Sound: Ku Keyword: Curiosity
Second Pada	10° 00′ to 13° 20′ Gemini  Ruled by: Saturn Soul Sound: Kha Keyword: Material
Third Pada	13° 20′ to 16° 40′ Gemini Ruled by: Saturn Soul Sound: Nga Keyword: Research
Fourth Pada	16° 40′ to 20° 00′ Gemini Ruled by: Jupiter Soul Sound: Chha Keyword: Compassionate

Strengths: Acts quickly, curious mind and craves knowledge; good memory; strong communication skills; truthful; compassionate toward those in pain; physical work is preferred over mental work; easily gains support from government; overcomes bad habits.

Weakness: Arrogant, ungrateful, mischievous, reckless, anti-social, causes trouble, self-serving, stubborn, critical, impolite, untruthful, poor financial planning , lust for material attainments, excessive indulgences, creates pain or agony for others, inconsiderate; reckless, abuses power.

Professions: Physical labor, electronics, computers, software engineers, electrical engineer, sound technicians, electronic music, , video game developer, special effects and 3-D technology, science fiction writers, linguist, photographers, philosopher, physicist, researcher, surgeon, pharmacist, works with poisonous substances, nuclear power industry , psychotherapist, neurologist; detective, sales specialist, analyst, politician, thieves, chess players.

Famous Arudras: Babe Ruth, F.D. Roosevelt, Humphrey Bogart, Jacques Cousteau, Venus Williams, Judy Garland, Frank Lloyd Wright

Favorable Activities: Destruction, confrontation, tearing down structures, managing difficult situations, research, getting rid of old things, breaking bad habits, addressing problems, and dissolving negativity.

Unfavorable Activities: Beginning a project or event; weddings and religious ceremonies; honoring someone; travel.

Sacred Energy Vortex: Tiruvadhirai Adhirampattinam SriAbhayavaratheeswarar

The sacred energy vortex which resonates with Arudra star is located near Pattukkottai in Tamil Nadu, India. People born under Arudra (Tiruvadhirai) star should worship at this temple at least once during their lifetime.

Adhiveeraraman, an emperor who was born under Arudra star, worshipped at this sacred energy vortex. He made offerings to the deities and repaired the temple structure of this shrine, thus the name of the temple became Adhirampattinam. This is a rare shrine for those born under Arudra star. The radiant light emitted from Lord Shiva’s third eye is known as Raivatha energy. Once a year, this light reaches the world. This occurs in the month of Markazhi on Arudra star day. It is referred to as Arudra Darshana day. In addition, the land receiving this light is known as Adhirampattinam.

Arudra, also known as Tiruvadhirai, is the star of Lord Shiva, while Shravana, known as Tiruvonam, is the star of Lord Vishnu. The prefix – thiru means «Sri» or «wealthy.» Lord Shiva has great compassion for people in need and he provides them with sanctuary in the universe during Pradosham and Arudra star days. The Arudra region of the universe is one such place where Shiva offers a safe haven during these days. In the sacred space of Arudra, if anyone commits an unethical deed, they must learn devotion as a means to rectify their deed with the grace of Lord Sri Abhayavaradhesswarar.

Those born under this star can visit Adhirampattinam on Arudra star days and Mondays to offer food, almonds, pumpkin, cumin, and jackfruit to the poor at this temple. This offering will relieve problems caused by the movement of malefic planets.

Arudra natives, your incense is made with the herb Thippili as prescribed by the Vedas.