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Nakshatra #8

Pushya Nakshatraपुष्य

93.33° - 106.67° • Ruled by Saturn • Deity: Brihaspati

Pushya is the most auspicious nakshatra, ruled by Saturn. Natives are deeply nurturing, wise, and bring growth to everything they touch.

Quick Facts

Symbol
Cow's udder/Lotus
Animal
Goat
Ruling Planet
Saturn
Deity
Brihaspati
Gender
Male
Nature
Movable

Temperament & Health

Gana (Temperament)

Deva - Divine

Gentle, virtuous, and spiritually inclined

Nadi (Health)

Madhya - Middle

Pitta constitution, transformative energy

Naming Letters (Pada)

हू

Pada 1

हे

Pada 2

हो

Pada 3

डा

Pada 4

Personality Traits

NurturingAuspiciousWiseProtectiveReligious
NourishmentAuspiciousnessGrowthTeaching

Career Paths

  • Education
  • Counseling
  • Dairy industry
  • Religious work
  • Childcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pushya nakshatra personality?

Pushya natives are nurturing, wise, and auspicious. They have natural abilities to nourish and help others grow.

Which planet rules Pushya nakshatra?

Saturn rules Pushya, the most auspicious nakshatra, bringing discipline, wisdom, and nurturing abilities.

What careers suit Pushya nakshatra?

Education, counseling, dairy industry, religious work, and childcare are ideal for Pushya 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.

Content reviewed by the My Kundli AI editorial team. Last updated: February 2026. Learn more about our approach.