Ashwini Nakshatraअश्विनी
0.00° - 13.33° • Ruled by Ketu • Deity: Ashwini Kumaras
Ashwini is the first nakshatra, ruled by Ketu. Known for speed, healing, and new beginnings, Ashwini natives are pioneers with remarkable healing abilities.
Quick Facts
- Symbol
- Horse's head
- Animal
- Horse
- Ruling Planet
- Ketu
- Deity
- Ashwini Kumaras
- Gender
- Male
- Nature
- Movable
Temperament & Health
Gana (Temperament)
Deva - Divine
Gentle, virtuous, and spiritually inclined
Nadi (Health)
Aadi - Beginning
Vata constitution, creative energy
Naming Letters (Pada)
चू
Pada 1
चे
Pada 2
चो
Pada 3
ला
Pada 4
Personality Traits
Career Paths
- Medicine
- Emergency services
- Sports
- Transportation
- Veterinary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashwini nakshatra personality?▼
Ashwini natives are energetic, quick-thinking, and have natural healing abilities. They are pioneers who love new beginnings and are known for their speed and agility.
Which planet rules Ashwini nakshatra?▼
Ketu rules Ashwini nakshatra. Ketu bestows intuitive healing abilities, spirituality, and a pioneering nature.
What careers suit Ashwini nakshatra?▼
Medicine, emergency services, sports, transportation, and veterinary sciences are ideal careers for Ashwini natives.
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About Our Methodology
My Kundli AI combines classical Vedic astrology principles from Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra with modern astronomical precision from the Swiss Ephemeris library (accurate to 0.001 arc-seconds). All calculations use the Lahiri Ayanamsa, adopted by India's Calendar Reform Committee in 1955, and follow the Whole-Sign house system as prescribed in traditional Jyotish texts.
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