Nakshatra 23 of 27
Dhanishta nakshatra (धनिष्ठा)
Dhanishta, 'the wealthiest', spans Capricorn and Aquarius. Its drum symbol links to rhythm, music and abundance. Mars gives it drive and the Vasus give it a talent for prosperity.
Dhanishta nakshatra at a glance
- Ruling planet
- Mars (Mangala)
- Zodiac sign
- Capricorn and Aquarius
- Deity
- The eight Vasus
- Symbol
- A drum
- Gana
- Rakshasa
- Animal symbol
- Female lion
- Dasha years
- 7 years (Mars mahadasha)
Dhanishta personality: strengths and challenges
Strengths
Energy, rhythm, ambition and the ability to turn effort into material success.
Challenges
Restlessness, impatience and a tendency to overextend in chasing results.
Career and relationships
Career
Music, sports, real estate, finance, engineering, military and entrepreneurship.
Love and marriage
Lively and generous, though busy. Keeps bonds strong when it makes time for the people it loves.
Dhanishta padas and name letters
Each pada is 3°20'wide and falls in a different navamsa (D9) sign. Traditionally a child's name starts with the syllable of the pada the Moon was in.
| Pada | Name syllable | Navamsa sign |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ga | Leo |
| 2 | Gi | Virgo |
| 3 | Gu | Libra |
| 4 | Ge | Scorpio |
Name syllables differ slightly between regional traditions.
Dhanishta nakshatra remedies
Worship Hanuman on Tuesdays and the Vasus; charity and sharing wealth are the traditional supports.
For the ruling planet Mars, Tuesdayis the traditional day and “Om Angarakaya Namah” the usual beej mantra. Treat these as supportive habits, not guarantees, and avoid anyone who asks for large payments for remedies.
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Dhanishta nakshatra: common questions
Which planet rules Dhanishta nakshatra?
Dhanishta is ruled by Mars (Mangala). In the Vimshottari dasha system, a person born in Dhanishta starts life in the Mars mahadasha, which lasts 7 years in total.
Which zodiac sign is Dhanishta nakshatra in?
Dhanishta lies in Capricorn (23°20' to 30°00') and Aquarius (0°00' to 6°40') in the sidereal zodiac.
What are the name letters for Dhanishta nakshatra?
The traditional starting syllables for the four padas of Dhanishta are Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge. These vary slightly between regional traditions.
What is the deity of Dhanishta nakshatra?
The eight Vasus. The symbol is a drum, and the nakshatra belongs to the Rakshasa gana.
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