Nakshatra Punarvasu

The nakshatra Punarvasu (7th of the 27 nakshatras, 20°00′ of Gemini — 3°20′ of Cancer)

«If the Moon tenants Punarvasu, then the native is good-natured, modest, patient and pious. Their life passes in comfortable surroundings, they are subject to illnesses, often experience thirst, rejoice at trifles and hold mutually exclusive views» (Varahamihira). 

General indications: the symbol of Punarvasu is a quiver of arrows, and its deity is Aditi — a Vedic goddess, often compared with infinity and boundlessness. Aditi represents genuine freedom and abundance, rooted in an amiable, easy, understanding and judicious character, for only one possessing such a character is able to rejoice in everything, whatever may happen. Also all sorts of virtues are ascribed to Aditi and, in a more general sense, a striving to act nobly, which links Punarvasu to philosophy, religion, yoga and other similar things serving the purpose of expanding the inner world and self-knowledge. When the lagna or the Moon are in Punarvasu, it often happens that the native is endowed with a penetrating and inspired imagination, supplemented by a love of poetry. The Moon or Jupiter placed in the fourth quarter of this nakshatra (which falls into the first part of the constellation of Cancer) give a strong longing for the spiritual life, and may also signify archetypally feminine virtues and qualities.

The quiver of Punarvasu symbolises potential energy and resources, and the arrows, ready for use, — correspondingly their expenditure. As a receptacle for arrows the quiver implies something to which one returns to the place of dwelling appointed for one and, thereby, represents someone's home or the return home and, generally speaking, some residence or dwelling. Those in whose horoscopes Punarvasu stands out will perhaps be compelled to take into their own hands the destinies of people close to them who for some reason have become outsiders in life, to live beside family or friends far from the wearisome worldly bustle, to be very strongly attached to home, but, like an arrow in a quiver, always ready to dash off somewhere. This may result at once both in a passion for travel and in a dislike of changing places. Since an arrow can be taken from the quiver, used and then returned back to the quiver, Punarvasu signifies repetition, the renewal of what has been, and the recovery of what has been lost or used. The arrow also signifies flight and the ability to pierce right through its target — no matter whether we are speaking of imaginary or real objects.

Physiology and diseases: the fingers, the nose.

Professions, people and places of habitation: Philosophers, thinkers or figures gifted with a rich imagination, or pioneers in their field. Churches and temples. Those who teach ethics and self-knowledge. Psychologists and gurus. Engineers and businessmen engaged in the construction and operation of buildings. Architects, civil engineers, scholars and so on.

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

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Punarvasu (Skt.: पुनर्वसु) consists of five bright stars in the constellation of Gemini.

Zodiac: 20°00′ of Gemini — 3°20′ of Cancer
Ruling planet: Jupiter
Symbol: a bow, a quiver of arrows
Deity: Aditi (the mother of the demigods)
Varna/caste: vaishyas
Goal: artha
Origin: divine
Temper: temporary, movable (chara)
Guna: sattva
Gender: male
Quality: creation
Ayurvedic constitution: Vata
Element: water
Direction: west, north, north-east
Body parts: the fingers, the nose
Animal: the cat
Sounds: ke, ko, ha, hi
Enemy: Uttara Ashadha

«Punarvasu has the head of a pig. Her colour is white, and she sits upon a cat. She has four arms. With three she holds a rosary, a thunderbolt and an elephant goad, and with the fourth she performs the abhaya-mudra (the gesture of fearlessness)» («Chaturvarga-chintamani» of Hemadri).

The key concept of the nakshatra Punarvasu

The essence of the nature and mode of action of Punarvasu is expressed in two words: «nourishing» and «harmony». It symbolises favourable conditions for life and endows those who are under its strong influence with inner contentment, faith in a simple spiritual life, a striving to get rid of negative energies, feelings and thoughts.

Punarvasu is an asterism in which the intellect and the emotions have equal strength. Their equilibrium generates such a quality as reasonableness. Punarvasu has a relation to all spiritual practices intended to cultivate an understanding of oneself and to lead to enlightenment.

The interaction of intellect and emotions makes the imagination developed, vivid and active. It is not surprising that people having a firm connection with Punarvasu attain outstanding successes in poetry, writing, acting and dramaturgy.

If in Punarvasu personalities a striving manifests to rise up the career ladder and to attain a key position, then they must be ready for intense, persistent work. To attain the goal they will need to apply maximum efforts, all their knowledge and skills. In this they will be helped by an innate ability to plan every step and to work out a strategy of action in advance.

People under the influence of Punarvasu are characterised by moderation, friendliness, good speech, openness, an ability to adapt and nobility. It should be noted that the nobility of Punarvasu acts on the principle of «give and take».

Safety is one of the peculiarities of Punarvasu. Those who are under its patronage easily avoid major troubles. For example, the Lagnesha in Punarvasu will avert from a person a serious illness, accidents, injuries and so on.

Punarvasu personalities are attached to their homes, but will set off on a journey without hesitation if this is required.

If a Punarvasu personality does not follow Dharma, then the end of their life will be overshadowed by disappointment and confusion. In its lowest manifestation Punarvasu prevents one from setting about the fulfilment of one's personal mission because of procrastination, excessive idealism or simple laziness. One must be attentive and avoid stagnation. In its highest manifestation Punarvasu gives the ability to attain a goal regardless of its difficulty.

Punarvasu personalities are united by a strange feature: as a rule, everything works out for them only at the second attempt. The first time they fail or do not advance far. Thus Punarvasu, in accordance with the meaning of its name «good again», has a relation to any types of repetition and cyclicity. The negative side of all this is an inability to discard anything because of a conviction that it may come in useful in the future. More developed souls, however, know how and are able to let go of what has exhausted its usefulness.

«The Moon in Punarvasu makes a person devout, patient, good-natured, calm, sickly, possessing wrong views, experiencing thirst, content with little and living in comfort». (Varahamihira). 

Punarvasu men

A pleasant, elongated face, an innocent and defenceless expression.

They are believing, pious, restrained, they respect parents, teachers, elders. They are adherents of traditions. For them participation in any criminal activity is impossible. They prefer to lead a simple way of life.

Straightforwardness and an absence of cunning prevent them from attaining great success in business, although they can be successful in any sphere of activity.

A difficult period of life lasts until 32 years. Then, depending on the strength and placement of the planets in the chart, they may receive public recognition and become quite well known.

Two marriages are possible. As wives they take women capable of being good housekeepers.

On the whole they have good health.

Punarvasu—women

Curly hair and a snub nose — this is the peculiarity of the appearance of these women.

They possess oratorical abilities, know how to speak with arguments, to interpret facts correctly and at the same time not to offend their listeners with words. They love to engage in charitable activity.

They have a good grasp of art, are quite good dancers, and love to listen to music.

At work they behave calmly and with restraint, and can be middle managers.

She is happy in the family — a nice husband, excellent children.

Because of an inability to take care of themselves they do not have very robust health.

The padas (quarters) of the nakshatra Punarvasu

The 1st pada of the nakshatra Punarvasu (20°00′ — 23°20′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Aries, ruled by Mars. This is a movable pada, loving adventure and novelty. The main thing for it is friendship, goals and group work. Hot-temperedness, ardour, haughtiness may manifest.

The 2nd pada of the nakshatra Punarvasu (23°20′ — 26°40′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Taurus, ruled by Venus. This pada relates to the materialistic, earthly aspect of Punarvasu. It gives dexterity, irritability, sensuality. It has a relation to hotels, restaurants, tourism, export and import.

The 3rd pada of the nakshatra Punarvasu (26°40′ — 30°00′ of Gemini) falls into the navamsha of Gemini, ruled by Mercury. The main thing for this pada is the manifestation of mental activity and imagination, scientific activity. Since this is a vargottama-pada, planets in it give very strong results, especially in the sphere of the mind and intellect. Mercury here gives politeness, eloquence, a knowledge of languages.

The 4th pada of the nakshatra Punarvasu (00°00′ — 3°20′ of Cancer) falls into the navamsha of Cancer, ruled by the Moon. This is one of the strongest and most favourable parts of the zodiac: planets here are simultaneously in a vargottama- and a pushkara-navamsha. This is the pada of motherhood, nourishing, expansion, revealing most fully the maternal qualities of Punarvasu. Sensuality, sexuality manifest.

The ruling planet of the nakshatra Punarvasu

The chief ruler of Punarvasu is Jupiter. This is the first nakshatra in which ethics develops, and the focus of attention shifts from oneself to the well-being of society. The energy of Jupiter manifests through the ability to adapt and to make compromises, which makes this nakshatra the most reasonable of all. Punarvasu represents that stage in life when a child outgrows the stormy period of disobedience and begins to become aware of the needs of other people.

Since the nakshatra falls into the signs of Mercury and the Moon, both these planets transmit to it a part of their qualities. Mercury has a relation to the sociable and mobile aspect of Punarvasu, and the Moon — to carefulness, to the connection with the Universal maternal principle.

The conjunctions Jupiter-Moon, Jupiter-Mercury and Jupiter-Moon-Mercury carry an energy similar to the energy of Punarvasu.

For all planets a placement in this nakshatra is favourable, especially if Jupiter is well placed in the natal chart.

Professions of the nakshatra Punarvasu

Traders of all types, importers, exporters. Figures of the arts, storytellers, historians, antiquarians. Authors of books on astrology and other esoteric sciences. Professions connected with travel and tourism. Professions connected with all kinds of transport, aviators and cosmonauts. Workers of the hotel and restaurant business. Builders, architects. Scientific figures, school teachers, lecturers, psychologists, philosophers. Priests, monks, gurus, preachers, teachers of self-development techniques. Landowners, farmers and livestock breeders. All professions requiring an innovative, pioneering approach. Engineers. Professions connected with communications, telephones, radio. Couriers, postal employees. Keepers of temples, churches and other religious buildings.

Places connected with the nakshatra Punarvasu

Places near reservoirs, ponds, lakes, rivers. Farms, villages and small towns. The post office. Places of pilgrimage. Railway stations, bus stations, airports, cosmodromes. Restored buildings, public parks. Houses, hostels, hotels, boarding houses and so on. Restaurants and markets. Temples, treasuries, rehabilitation centres, missions, educational institutions. Places of public (civil) and political assemblies, public halls. Science museums. Antique shops. Roads.

Favourable activity under the nakshatra Punarvasu

Travel, pilgrimages. Research activity. The taking of medicines and any activity connected with treatment. This nakshatra is good for «starting all over again» in projects, relationships and so on. Any activity connected with agriculture, gardening. Any activity requiring imagination, a pioneering approach. The purchase of cars, houses. The beginning of construction. The beginning of study. The conclusion of marriage. Association with children. Philanthropic activity (donations and so on). Spiritual practices — fasting, the erection of an altar, meditation and self-contemplation. The enjoyment of the simple joys of life. Worship of the Divine mother.

Unfavourable activity under the nakshatra Punarvasu

Giving or taking money on loan. Activity connected with the law, with pressure and conflicts.

Illnesses connected with the nakshatra Punarvasu

Heightened sensitivity of the nervous system, earache, a weak liver and lungs.

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THE SEVENTH STAR — PUNARVASU 20°00’ OF GEMINI — 3° 20’ OF CANCER

The Greek name of this star is Geminorum. The nakshatra consists of five stars. Punarvasu is a «deva», a divine star, ruled by Aditi, the mother of the demigods. «Puna» means «repetition», «vasu» — «diamond». Birth under the influence of this star speaks of a person who often changes their place of residence or
the qualities of their personality.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PEOPLE BORN UNDER THE NAKSHATRA PUNARVASU

Punarvasu men

They are handsome, temperamental, inclined to religion, committed to ancient traditions. They have a mark or mole on the face or head. People born under Punarvasu are secretive — their thoughts are very hard to discern. They strive to help the needy, and avoid causing suffering to others. They may attain fame as excellent actors, writers, poets, talented doctors or teachers. Until 32 years there are many problems in life. More than one marriage is possible. Health, as a rule, is good.

Punarvasu—women

They lead a calm, comfortable life. They love music and perfect themselves in dancing. Conflicts with relatives are possible because of an «evil» tongue. The ancient texts note that the husband of a woman born under the influence of Punarvasu will be handsome. If the husband was born under the influence of Hasta, the marriage will be very happy. Poor health, since they do not take care of themselves. Tuberculosis, pneumonia, diseases of the stomach, problems with the ears are possible.

Well-known personalities with the Moon in Punarvasu: A. Pushkin, A. Pavlova, I. Stravinsky, I. Krusenstern, N. Lobachevsky, Alexandra Feodorovna and Anastasia Romanov, A. Denikin, A. Kerensky, B. Okudzhava.
Well-known personalities with the Sun in Punarvasu: M. Chagall, M. Yermolova, M. Maklai, P. Kapitsa, P. Pestel.

The Moon in Punarvasu

If the Moon is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• • the Sun — education, good manners, poverty;

• • Mars — the owner of the horoscope is reasonable, kind to everyone;

• • Mercury — help from those around them always comes to such a person;
  • Jupiter — a good education, fame, authority;

• • Venus — well-being;
  • Saturn — poverty, separation from the marriage partner.

The Moon in the 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

Hot-temperedness, ardour, prudence, but together with this also haughtiness. The owner of the horoscope may have two mothers.

If the lagna falls in Uttara Bhadrapada, then the person attains a high position and receives unheard-of income. They take on several things at once, and everything works out for them. They enjoy respect among educated people.

The Moon in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40 ’ of Gemini

Dexterity, irritability, an inclination to religion. If the owner of the horoscope is a man, then the Moon in this quarter speaks of great sensuality, an attachment to women and several marriages.

The Moon in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° 00’ of Gemini

Intelligence, hypocrisy, greed, a love of women and entertainments. A long length of life is noted. If there is an aspect from Mercury — politeness, eloquence, renown, a knowledge of languages. The placement of Saturn in this quarter is an indicator of being born from the mother's second marriage.

The Moon in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

Sensuality, a love of the opposite sex, sexuality, eloquence, excellent oratorical abilities. If Mars is also here — then the owner of the horoscope is ready to go to any lengths for money. If the Moon is conjoined with Jupiter, then the person will be rich and may become the head of a clan, of a group.

The Sun in Punarvasu

If the Sun is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• • the Moon — anxiety from relatives, life far from the homeland. The owner of the horoscope will not be rich;
  • Mars — laziness, many enemies;
  • Mercury — the children of the owner of the horoscope will receive help from the government;
  • Jupiter — a restless family life, occult knowledge;

• • Venus — earnings abroad;

• • Saturn — devotion, responsibility.

The Sun in the 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini (birth from 5 to 8 July)

A high education and wealth. The owner of the horoscope may become a good astrologer. If the Sun is conjoined with Mercury, then the owner of the horoscope will be an atheist until 28 years, and after an important event which will occur at this time, will be compelled to believe in God.

The Sun in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini (birth from 8 to 12 July)

A mathematical cast of mind, excellent organisational abilities, strong intuition, a high social position.

The Sun in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° 00’ of Gemini (birth from 12 to 15 July)

Respect, honour. If Jupiter is also placed here, then the owner
of the horoscope will occupy a high post in the government.

The Sun in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer (birth from 16 to 19 July)

Poverty, debts, incurable illnesses are possible, weak eyesight, diseases of the stomach.

Mars in Punarvasu

If Mars is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• • the Sun — wealth, a high intellect, bravery, a love of travel;
  • the Moon — work in law-enforcement bodies;
  • Mercury — abilities in mathematics, a talent in poetry, but mendacity;
  • Jupiter — problems abroad await the owner of the horoscope, and after 40 years they attain a good position in society and become happy;
  • Venus — wealth, the company of beautiful women;

• • Saturn — cunning, laziness.

Mars in the 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

If Mars is placed in this quarter in a woman's horoscope, she will be extravagant, hot-tempered, coarse and cruel. In the case of Mercury also being present in this quarter, the owner of the horoscope will professionally engage in the making of oils and medicines.

Mars in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will envy the success of others. They may have a large income if they take up business connected with real estate.

Mars in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’  of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

This is a good placement of Mars, which will bring many blessings to the owner of the horoscope. They will be rich, but will donate their money for the benefit of the poor, and will devote their life to the service of humanity.

Mars in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

In a female horoscope, if Mars placed in this position aspects Saturn, then the woman will have many abortions. In the case of a male horoscope Mars will manifest only positive characteristics, and the owner of the horoscope will experience all the delights of life. However, they are recommended to be careful when travelling. Blood diseases are possible.

Mercury in Punarvasu

If Mercury is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• the Sun — a high social position, honesty and truthfulness;
• the Moon — talkativeness, pleasant manners, but hot-temperedness;
• Mars — the owner of the horoscope will be devoted, honest, will possess a strong and attractive personality, and will attain a high level in various fields of art;
• Jupiter — wealth, association with highly placed people;
• Venus — victory over enemies, a love of disputes;
• Saturn — a moderate income.

Mercury in the 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will attain a high professional level, will be rich, happy, competent in the sphere of finance, and versed in various arts.

Mercury in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

Responsibility, faithfulness to duty, incorruptibility, respect on the part of superiors and subordinates for professional merits. The owner of the horoscope may become a very qualified accountant, but besides this, they will perform several other duties simultaneously. An inclination to and success in astrology is also noted.

Mercury in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

A person whose Mercury is in this quarter of Punarvasu will perform a great deal of public work for a very small salary. Their income will be lower than their expenses.

Mercury in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

The attainment of fame and wealth is possible.

Jupiter in Punarvasu

If Jupiter is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• • the Sun — respect and honour, family happiness, a good material position;
  • the Moon — good manners, renown, a high administrative post;
  • Mars — a career in the army;
  • Mercury — eloquence, family happiness, abilities in astrology;
  • Venus — poverty, suffering from women, but if there is also an aspect of Mercury, then wealth and respect may be expected;
  • Saturn — the owner of the horoscope will become a politician and will receive various blessings from the ruling class.

Jupiter in the 1st quarter, 20° 00 — 23° 20’ of Gemini

Great honour and respect await the owner of the horoscope, and also a comfortable, convenient life. But great problems will arise in their family, since they will devote all their time to work.

Jupiter in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

Mercy and compassion, wealth and fame. A lack of understanding from the marriage partner awaits the owner of the horoscope, but in return their children will bring them happiness and will attain a high position in society.

Jupiter in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

Wealth comes through friends. If the Sun is placed in this same
quarter — the owner of the horoscope may become a minister or a well-known politician.

Jupiter in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

This position of Jupiter will bring great fame (some people will come to revere the owner of the horoscope as God), but they will be poor and unhappy. Friends and relatives will cause them many troubles. If Mercury aspects Jupiter placed in this quarter, then the owner of the horoscope will have an almost royal position — they will have several houses of their own and will be in the company of beautiful women.

Venus in Punarvasu

If Venus is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• the Sun — a high position in the army or the military industry;
• the Moon — an attractive appearance, a comfortable domestic life;
• Mars — happiness, good fortune;
• Mercury — a high education, conflicts in family life;
• Jupiter — an excellent education, wealth;
• Saturn — deceptions and humiliations.

Venus in the 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

Good relations and help from relatives, a comfortable domestic life.

Venus in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

Laziness, infantilism.

Venus in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

Education, a good material position, frequent changes of job. If Venus in this quarter is aspected by Mercury — good administrative work; if by Jupiter — teaching activity in a higher educational institution.

Jupiter in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

All material blessings, happiness in marriage and children.

Saturn in Punarvasu

If Saturn is placed in Punarvasu and aspected by:

• • the Sun — bad company;

• • the Moon — a good character; several women are in the care of the owner of the horoscope;

• • Mars — a high intellect, knowledge of various disciplines;
  • Mercury — wealth, knowledge of military affairs;
  • Jupiter — attractive qualities of character, wealth, but dependence on another person;

• • Venus — the owner of the horoscope may become a skilful jeweller or engage in the buying and selling of gold and other noble metals.

Saturn in the 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

This position is not good for Saturn and may bring great debts, a miserable existence, enormous expenditures and involve the owner of the horoscope in criminal actions.

Saturn in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope will attain a good position in society. They will work in industry connected with iron and steel or engage in real estate.

Saturn in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40 ’ of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

Industriousness, activity, a high position, organisational abilities.

Saturn in the 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

The owner of the horoscope will easily fly into anger and will commit a number of
irreparable mistakes in their life. In childhood they will be ill a great deal. Their appearance is very attractive.

Rahu in Punarvasu

The 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

A person whose Rahu occupies this position is endowed with extraordinary intuition, an ability to assess a situation correctly and a skill in adapting to those around them. They may earn money as a writer or publisher. Mercury in conjunction with Rahu in this same quarter will give abilities in the financial field. Tumours or diseases of the lungs are possible.

The 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

An attractive appearance, many good opportunities in life. The owner of the horoscope may attain renown in the field of some research. Diseases of the thyroid gland are possible.

The 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

A good memory, a high intellect, an inclination to competition and disputes, conflicts in family life, problems with hearing, diseases of the throat or lungs.

The 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

Successes in the field of journalism or in publishing
activity may be expected, abilities for writing work. If Mercury is in conjunction with Rahu in this quarter, the owner of the horoscope will become an outstanding astrologer or mathematician.

Ketu in Punarvasu

The 1st quarter, 20° 00’ — 23° 20’ of Gemini

The position of Ketu in this quarter speaks of the ruin of the brothers or sisters of the owner of the horoscope. They will have a large mark on the face. If Mercury is placed here too, wealth is to be expected.

The 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Gemini

The owner of the horoscope is born in a rich family, but has weak health or a physical defect. Their father is respected and pious. If in the horoscope a benefic planet does not aspect or is not conjoined with Ketu, the person becomes the cause of grief in their family.

The 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ of Gemini — 0° 00’ of Cancer

A large number of debts, three marriages and several children. The first two marriage partners will bring very many troubles to the owner of the horoscope. Death from a heart attack is possible. If two or more malefic planets aspect or are conjoined with Ketu, the person may commit suicide.

The 4th quarter, 0° 00’ — 3° 20’ of Cancer

Ketu in this quarter is had by workers of low qualification and people performing heavy work. They will work persistently, receiving a small salary. However, the children will become a support and prop in old age, will receive a good education and will acquire wealth.

General remarks concerning the nakshatra

Punarvasu

People born in this nakshatra will have difficult
relations with those who were born in Pushya, Ashlesha, Shatabhisha and Krittika.

The lord of the dasha is Jupiter, then comes the period of Saturn, Mercury, Ketu, Venus, the Sun, the Moon and so on.

Destructive degrees

Mars — the 25th degree of Gemini
Ketu — the 20th degree of Gemini
The Moon — the 22nd degree of Gemini

If in the horoscope the corresponding planets are present in the fateful degrees and there is no aspect from Jupiter or Mercury, a short length of life is possible.

One should not begin important affairs if these planets are passing through the destructive degrees in transit.

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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Energy/ Shakti — the ability to accumulate wealth or the essence of something. That is, to fill a form with content.

The ruling planet of this nakshatra is Jupiter. Although a strong influence of Mercury is also felt in the first three padas of this nakshatra, since it is located in the sign of Gemini. We have already managed to study this technique with you. The technique of synthesising the influence of the planet which rules the nakshatra and the planet which rules the constellation in which, correspondingly, this nakshatra is placed.

The ruling deity of this constellation is the mother of all the demigods, Aditi. And therefore in Vedic literature we often find such mentions of the celestials as Aditya. That is, this is as it were their surname. Aditievichi one might say in Russian. That is, those who were born of the Goddess Aditi.

And the energy, the shakti which is inherent in this planet, in this nakshatra is first of all called vasutva-prapana-shakti. This is the ability or energy which gives a person the power to accumulate wealth or the essence of something. That is, to fill a form with content. Now this ability of this nakshatra is precisely such. The ability to fill any form with content, to give significance to something, weight, and also to make a person rich.

Aditi is an earthly Goddess, as she is called, who bestows abundance on a person, and besides, since she is the mother of all the demigods, of all the celestials, chiefly and mainly of the ruling demigods, those who are a kind of managers in this Universe. And on them in turn depend abundance and our well-being. Consequently, this is a very serious star, a very significant one.

Because of the influence, as I have already said, of Jupiter and Mercury, an enormous potential to communicate is revealed precisely under the influence of the nakshatra Punarvasu. Its basic symbol is a quiver filled with arrows, which symbolises a person's ability to begin or, as it is also customary to say, to launch successful projects.

This nakshatra is considered movable and belongs to the category of movable ones. And it has a favourable influence on situations in which we need to make some serious changes in our life. For example, a change in career or moving to new accommodation.

The animal symbol of this star is the cat, which reflects two qualities. One of them you certainly know because you remember the famous stories, you remember from childhood the story about the cat, I think, or the cat that walked by itself.

Because the other animals, as you also remember from your childhood, mostly walk along the python's grandmother, if you remember… Elephants, monkeys, parrots — they walk along the python's grandmother. But cats, they walk by themselves, and hence this quality of independence and such sensuality. Sensuality and independence are inherent in this nakshatra, although these qualities manifest to a greater degree only in the representatives of the fair sex, to a greater degree of course.

The name of this nakshatra consists of two words: «punar» — which means «repetition» or «again and again», and «vasu» means «a ray of light» or «a precious stone». «Vasu» is also translated as «prosperous» or «beneficent». And «vasu» in Vedic literature is the word used to name eight Deities, eight celestials, who provide the basis for all cosmic and earthly manifestation.

And since Punarvasu is connected with Gemini, the sign of Gemini, then the full meaning of the name of this star, of this nakshatra, will be approximately as follows: the two who reward a person for good deeds.

And the basic motivation, of the four main motivations of kinds of activity — you remember, yes, dharma, artha, kama and moksha — inherent in this star is the motivation of material prosperity. But this was to be expected, judging by the characteristics of the nakshatra itself.

This star is also called the star of renewal or rejuvenation. And it represents the potential of self-purification, of change of personality and of a return to the light, that is, or a person's turning to the light anew.

The shadow side of this star is a tendency to intellectualise life experience excessively, that is, these people most often love to reason over a problem and in their reasoning do not pay particular attention to whether it is being solved or not. That is, as it were an intellectual view of the problem is more essential for them than its solution.

Therefore people are inclined to philosophise in a good, sometimes in a not very good way, that is, they get carried away with this. In the sense that intellectuals, regardless of the environment in which they were born and the family in which they grew up, are born precisely under this star.

And now this inclination to intellectualise too much, to over-intellectualise life experience may lead to a person developing an inclination to criticise. That is, such an intellectual inclination to analyse and to find shortcomings in others may be a manifestation of the shadow side of this nakshatra.

This is especially characteristic of the first three padas, quarters of this star, which fall in the sign of Gemini. The last quarter is in the sign of Cancer and its influence of this sign may be somewhat weakened, because only a small sector of the constellation of Cancer is occupied by this star.

What qualities are inherent in people born under this star? First of all charity, a happy disposition of mind. Although outwardly these people are usually very concentrated, and astrologers speak of such outward distinguishing features besides the physiognomic ones (this is, for example, a mark, some mark may be on the face, a peculiarity on the face, a mark, a mole on the face and on the back of the head in people born under this star), but in their appearance, in such, let us say, an emotional portrait, a characteristic feature is innocence and a certain disappointment. That is, the person as it were carries upon themselves a little image, as it were, of an offended child.

That is, the person has a certain disappointment precisely by virtue of an intellectual understanding or an intellectual view of what is happening. And at the same time a certain openness of the person and inclinations to analysis, an inclination to learn something new.

One has the impression that these people are constantly disappointed by the new things they learn, and in general this is not strange, considering how the Vedic scriptures look at this material world. That is, in principle it is said that here only two types of people can remain undisappointed – these are complete idiots and secondly — people who have risen above merely material, intellectual understanding of things.

All other people are doomed to sufferings — to disappointments at the least. So quite harshly say the vedas, and, being people very developed both on the intellectual and on the spiritual plane, the charges of the nakshatra Punarvasu inwardly sense this, are aware of it, live through it, and outwardly this looks like just such a portrait of a disappointed child.

Some of the astrologers say that a peculiarity of these people is also difficulties in married life, but I will not go deeper into this question since it is, on the one hand, one of the opinions, and on the other hand — I am not very sure of the stability of all our listeners right now.

But nevertheless, for every astrologer there is always such a serious problem. We spoke of this with you in the broadcasts connected with, or the lessons connected with, the etiquette of the astrologer. That is, for an astrologer to speak is not the greatest talent; the greatest talent for an astrologer is to keep silent at the right time.

One way or another, it really is said that men with the star Punarvasu encounter certain problems in marriage. This factor is mentioned and it is said that until 35 years life is usually a kind of search. That is, such an intense search for those goals, those values which the person would like to attain in life.

And besides that, speaking further of the shadow sides of the influence of this star, mental exhaustion is a certain risk for the charges of the star Punarvasu. Since, like all the Mercurial signs, for example Virgo, people who have the Moon in the constellation of Virgo, also 3 stars, which we shall examine with you in the near future, these people have an inclination to reflect on life for so long that in the end no strength remains to live this life. That is, they exhaust themselves already on the psychic level.

Exactly the same situation, the same trouble, the same problem may exist in the life of the Punarvasu type. Well, as I have already said, ultimately, since this star is, let us say, in the hit parade of the best stars of the 27 nakshatras. That is, it unquestionably brings blessings to its charges, but a blessing is not always what we imagine. The process of receiving a blessing is not always easy.

Therefore to be a thinking person in this world is in itself already a very difficult task. Qualities besides such a childlike disappointed spontaneity and childlike curiosity. Besides this, qualities of happiness are also inherent. All the same these people very often are happy and open, and by this they attract the attention of those around them, they attract people.

They are friendly, and they are quite easy to satisfy. That is, for such a person visiting, for example, a good conversation is enough, a good intellectual conversation is enough, and they will not remember that apart from tea and sweets nothing was offered to them.

And in fact they may inadvertently also not remember, when people come to visit them, that they offered their guests only a good conversation. But this is not a shortcoming, you must agree.

Good speech is undoubtedly also an attribute accompanying the influence of the star Punarvasu. Self-possession, that is, such a person may display considerable asceticism. And moreover this asceticism is based on some serious life philosophy, some serious choice in life, made on the basis of knowledge or on the basis of association with people possessing knowledge.

They have spiritual inclinations, that is, they strive for spiritual searchings. And most often they lead quite a simple life. With regard to marriage this star is more favourably disposed towards women, that is, the married life of women born under the influence of this nakshatra is always more prosperous.

Besides, these people possess writing abilities and they can publish their works themselves. That is, they as it were can create a product, and moreover convey it, popularise it, convey it to the public, to their readers.

What interests in career or inclinations in activity in society are inherent in people born under this nakshatra?The dramatic art, the actor's art, an ability to act in the sphere of entertainment. Also, politics. That is, I am not hinting that politics is a sphere of entertainment, but simply these abilities for people born in Punarvasu are listed in precisely such a sequence. And there is probably something in this; I think that, being deeply intellectual people, they, often finding themselves in the spheres of politics, easily begin to understand what is happening there and then they are left with a choice simply either to go quietly mad, or to develop a very great sense of humour. That is, to switch on their sense of humour at full blast, which in fact is mostly what they do.

Writers, publicists, publishers, as I have already said — these are very often people.. among the people of these professions are found those who were born under the nakshatra Punarvasu. Besides, spiritual preceptors and mystics, people interested in the deep, subtle nature of things.

I must also say that for women very characteristic professional spheres of activity applying their abilities and talents are dance and choreography. This is without any doubt; indeed many authors confirm this and from my own consulting experience I have also been convinced of it.

Ruslan Narushevich

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Krittika (26°40′ Aries to 10° Taurus)

In the night sky, Krittika is visible as a cluster of seven stars known as the Pleiades. In Vedic astrology, Krittika resides in the sign of Aries as well as Taurus. The name Krittika translates as, «one who cuts» and the symbol is a razor or sharp object. Thus, a critical nature with both creative and destructive tendencies is displayed by this star. Krittika is also represented by the element of fire as the presiding deity is Agni, the god of fire. Those born under this star are combative with a fiery disposition. The Sun is the ruling planet, which also signifies fire and at the highest level, purification. Krittika natives have an adventurous spirit and are constantly looking to fuel their fire with new information and experiences.Physical activity and an energetic demeanor are characteristic of those born under this nakshatra. Kartikeya (Muruga), who was raised by the seven wives (the stars of Pleiades) of the seven sages, is also associated with Krittika. There is a nurturing quality to this star, which is often hidden behind a tough exterior.Those born under this nakshatra are commonly involved with teaching or universities. They may have a sharp tongue and dislike imperfection, yet they have amazing will power, independence and the capacity to support others. This is a star of courage, awareness and purification.

General Characteristics: Determined to achieve greatness; tenacious will; sharp, cutting and penetrating by nature.
Translation: «The Cutter»
Symbol: Razor, Axe, or Flame
Animal Symbol: Female Sheep
Presiding deities: Agni, the God of Fire and Lord Muruga (Kartikeya)
Controlling Planet: Sun
Ruling Deity of Sun: Shiva
Nature: Rakshasa (Demon)
Mode: Active
Number: 3
Gender: Female
Dosha: Kapha
Guna: Rajas
Element: Earth
Disposition: Mixed (both sharp and soft)
Bird: Peacock
Tree:
Common Name: Fig
Botanical Name: Ficusracemosa
Seed Sounds: Ah, Ee, Oo, Ay (see Padas of Kriitika)
Also related to Planets: Mars, as ruler of the Aries; Venus, as the ruler of Taurus

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

Padas:

First Pada	26°40′ – 30°00′ of Aries Ruled by Jupiter Soul Sound: Ah Keyword: Exploratory
Second Pada	00°00′ – 03°19′ of Taurus Ruled by Saturn Soul Sound: Ee Keyword: Material
Third Pada	03°20′ – 06°39′ of Taurus Ruled by Saturn Soul Sound: Oo Keyword: Humanitarian
Fourth Pada	06°40′ – 09°59′ of Taurus Ruled by Jupiter Soul Sound: Ay Keyword: Creative Manifestation

Favorable: Famous within their group;respectable leader; attractive appearance;dignified; self-motivated; ambitious; confident; courageous;unshakable determination; goal oriented; materialistic; ability to acquire possessions; great pride in what they do; honors commitment; straight forward; peaceful nature; bright; strong appetite.

Unfavorable: Unstable mind; changeable; vacillating; stubborn; dissatisfied; impatient; responds too strongly to challenges; sets goals or expectations too high; overextends their health with constant activity; nervous; excitable; aggressive; passive-aggressive; difficulties with food and eating; gluttonous; motivated by desire; child-like nature.

Professions: Positions of authority or management, generals, critics, teachers, university occupations, lawyers, judges, technical professions, any field related to sharp objects such as knives or swords, fencing, archer, blacksmith, jeweler, surgeon, professions involving explosives or fire, fire fighter, police, military, miners, cooks, rehabilitation specialist, motivational trainer, ceramics, spiritual teacher, hair stylist, tailor, work in orphanages.

Famous Krittikas: Bill Clinton, Ronald Regan, Mick Jagger, Gregory Peck, Bob Dylan, Frida Kahlo

Favorable Activities: Starting new projects, activities requiring courage, initiative or honesty, military tactics, sudden changes, breaking old habits, activities requiring fire or heat, beginning education, debating, cooking, sewing, and favorable for many activities.

Unfavorable Activities: Diplomacy, social activities, relaxation, or activities involving water.

Sacred Energy Vortex: Kanjhanaaharam Sri GhatraSundareswarar

The temple which is most significant for Krittika star is located in the village of Kanjhanaaharam, near Mayiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu, India. This shrine is the most auspicious temple for those born under Krittika and they should visit this shrine to make offerings to Lord Shiva.

At this sacred vortex, Lord Shiva appears in the form of Sri Kathra Sundareswarar. The word Kathra translates as «to endure with eminent capability.» Lord Shiva was in a state of stillness while performing Kathra Jyoti Yoga. Goddess Parvati offered a golden tender coconut while performing penance which allowed Shiva to attain deep serenity. It was in this deep state of Kathra Jyoti Yoga that Shiva emerged as Sri Kathra Jyoti Peruman and Goddess Parvati arose from the gold tender coconut as Sri Tungabala Sthanambighai. Karthika Sundareswarar has the ability to produce six brilliant lights known as Karthigam light, through which Lord Muruga originated.

The Goddess, Sri Tungabla Sthanambighai, is personified at this sacred temple with the Keera Sathra parrot on her left should. This parrot chants the Vedas and the gives darshan known as Vedmirtha Keeran. It is auspicious for girls of a mature age to receive this darshan before entering marriage. In addition, water from the sacred river Tungabhatra should be used to perform an abhishekam for the Goddess. Those who visit this temple and make offerings can release the negative effects of evil eyes cast upon them as well as appease challenging eighth house planetary transits.

Those born under Krittika star should offer ghee lamps in earthen pots and silk clothes to the poor people at the temple. As the star Krittika gained its brightness at this shrine, offering prayers on the Krittika star day brings prosperity.

Krittika natives, your incense is made with the herb Fig as prescribed by the Vedas.