Nakshatra 17 of 27
Anuradha nakshatra (अनुराधा)
Anuradha, 'following Radha', is the nakshatra of devotion and friendship. It lies in Scorpio, where Saturn's discipline supports Mitra's gift for lasting, loyal bonds.
Anuradha nakshatra at a glance
- Ruling planet
- Saturn (Shani)
- Zodiac sign
- Scorpio
- Deity
- Mitra, god of friendship
- Symbol
- Lotus
- Gana
- Deva
- Animal symbol
- Female deer
- Dasha years
- 19 years (Saturn mahadasha)
Anuradha personality: strengths and challenges
Strengths
Loyalty, organization, a wide circle of friends and the ability to work with diverse people.
Challenges
Over-work, homesickness and a habit of suppressing feelings. It may struggle to rest.
Career and relationships
Career
Management, diplomacy, international business, healing, teaching, spirituality and team-based work.
Love and marriage
A faithful friend and partner who builds bonds across distance and difference.
Anuradha 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 | Na | Leo |
| 2 | Ni | Virgo |
| 3 | Nu | Libra |
| 4 | Ne | Scorpio |
Name syllables differ slightly between regional traditions.
Anuradha nakshatra remedies
Worship Mitra and Saturn on Saturdays; sincere friendship and community service are supportive.
For the ruling planet Saturn, Saturdayis the traditional day and “Om Shanaishcharaya 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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Anuradha nakshatra: common questions
Which planet rules Anuradha nakshatra?
Anuradha is ruled by Saturn (Shani). In the Vimshottari dasha system, a person born in Anuradha starts life in the Saturn mahadasha, which lasts 19 years in total.
Which zodiac sign is Anuradha nakshatra in?
Anuradha lies in Scorpio (3°20' to 16°40') in the sidereal zodiac.
What are the name letters for Anuradha nakshatra?
The traditional starting syllables for the four padas of Anuradha are Na, Ni, Nu, Ne. These vary slightly between regional traditions.
What is the deity of Anuradha nakshatra?
Mitra, god of friendship. The symbol is lotus, and the nakshatra belongs to the Deva gana.
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