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Nakshatra #18

Jyeshtha Nakshatraज्येष्ठा

226.67° - 240.00° • Ruled by Mercury • Deity: Indra

Jyeshtha is ruled by Mercury and represents the chief or eldest. Natives are protective leaders with authority and the power to overcome adversaries.

Quick Facts

Symbol
Umbrella/Earring
Animal
Deer
Ruling Planet
Mercury
Deity
Indra
Gender
Female
Nature
Mixed

Temperament & Health

Gana (Temperament)

Rakshasa - Demonic

Intense, powerful, and transformative

Nadi (Health)

Aadi - Beginning

Vata constitution, creative energy

Naming Letters (Pada)

नो

Pada 1

या

Pada 2

यी

Pada 3

यू

Pada 4

Personality Traits

ProtectiveSeniorLeadership-orientedPowerfulSecretive
SeniorityProtectionLeadershipChief

Career Paths

  • Leadership roles
  • Protection services
  • Administration
  • Military
  • Occult

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jyeshtha nakshatra personality?

Jyeshtha natives are protective, powerful, and naturally assume leadership positions. They often feel like the eldest or most responsible.

Which planet rules Jyeshtha nakshatra?

Mercury rules Jyeshtha, combining intellect with the power of Indra's leadership and protection.

What careers suit Jyeshtha nakshatra?

Leadership roles, protection services, administration, and military are ideal for these protective natives.

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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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