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
Career Paths
- Leadership roles
- Protection services
- Administration
- Military
- Occult
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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