Vedic Astrology Tool

Nakshatra Calculator

Your free reference to all 27 birth stars—ruling deities, planets, symbols, and gana—plus how Krishna weaves janma nakshatra into compassionate, Gita-rooted guidance.

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What is Nakshatra?

In Vedic astrology (Jyotish), the Moon’s path is divided into 27 nakshatras, each occupying 13°20′ of the 360° zodiac. Together they form a precise lunar zodiac used for janma nakshatra (birth star), naming syllables, muhurta (auspicious timing), and the Vimshottari Dasha system that sequences planetary periods over a lifetime.

Every nakshatra has a presiding deity, a ruling planet (used in Dasha), a symbol, and a gana temperament—often classed as Deva (divine), Manushya (human), or Rakshasa (intense). These layers describe emotional style, relationship patterns, vocation, and spiritual leanings far beyond a generic horoscope blurb.

Serious seekers pair nakshatra study with the whole chart—lagna, divisional charts, and transits. At talkKrishna, Krishna uses your birth context to speak to your star-backed nature while anchoring counsel in the Bhagavad Gita and practical dharma—not fear-based prediction.

Why Your Nakshatra Matters

Personality & emotional blueprint

Janma nakshatra colors how you process feelings, relate, and express gifts—often more intimately than Sun sign stereotypes.

Timing & life chapters

Your nakshatra sets the starting point of Vimshottari Dasha, shaping which planetary periods dominate years of career, relationships, and growth.

Compatibility & naming

Classical matching (e.g. Ashtakoot) and syllable-based names draw heavily on nakshatra and pada—linking identity, harmony, and tradition.

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All 27 Nakshatras

Complete reference: deity, Vimshottari lord, symbol, and gana (Deva / Manushya / Rakshasa)

#1

Ashwini (अश्विनी)

Deva

Deity: Ashwini Kumaras

Planet: Ketu

Symbol: Horse Head

#2

Bharani (भरणी)

Manushya

Deity: Yama

Planet: Venus

Symbol: Yoni

#3

Krittika (कृत्तिका)

Rakshasa

Deity: Agni

Planet: Sun

Symbol: Razor

#4

Rohini (रोहिणी)

Manushya

Deity: Brahma

Planet: Moon

Symbol: Chariot

#5

Mrigashira (मृगशिरा)

Deva

Deity: Soma

Planet: Mars

Symbol: Deer Head

#6

Ardra (आर्द्रा)

Manushya

Deity: Rudra

Planet: Rahu

Symbol: Teardrop

#7

Punarvasu (पुनर्वसु)

Deva

Deity: Aditi

Planet: Jupiter

Symbol: Bow

#8

Pushya (पुष्य)

Deva

Deity: Brihaspati

Planet: Saturn

Symbol: Flower

#9

Ashlesha (आश्लेषा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Nagas

Planet: Mercury

Symbol: Serpent

#10

Magha (मघा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Pitrs

Planet: Ketu

Symbol: Throne

#11

Purva Phalguni (पूर्व फाल्गुनी)

Manushya

Deity: Bhaga

Planet: Venus

Symbol: Hammock

#12

Uttara Phalguni (उत्तर फाल्गुनी)

Manushya

Deity: Aryaman

Planet: Sun

Symbol: Bed

#13

Hasta (हस्त)

Deva

Deity: Savitar

Planet: Moon

Symbol: Hand

#14

Chitra (चित्रा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Vishwakarma

Planet: Mars

Symbol: Pearl

#15

Swati (स्वाती)

Deva

Deity: Vayu

Planet: Rahu

Symbol: Coral

#16

Vishakha (विशाखा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Indra-Agni

Planet: Jupiter

Symbol: Arch

#17

Anuradha (अनुराधा)

Deva

Deity: Mitra

Planet: Saturn

Symbol: Lotus

#18

Jyeshtha (ज्येष्ठा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Indra

Planet: Mercury

Symbol: Earring

#19

Moola (मूल)

Rakshasa

Deity: Nirriti

Planet: Ketu

Symbol: Roots

#20

Purva Ashadha (पूर्वाषाढ़ा)

Manushya

Deity: Apas

Planet: Venus

Symbol: Fan

#21

Uttara Ashadha (उत्तराषाढ़ा)

Manushya

Deity: Vishve Devas

Planet: Sun

Symbol: Tusk

#22

Shravana (श्रवण)

Deva

Deity: Vishnu

Planet: Moon

Symbol: Ear

#23

Dhanishta (धनिष्ठा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Vasus

Planet: Mars

Symbol: Drum

#24

Shatabhisha (शतभिषा)

Rakshasa

Deity: Varuna

Planet: Rahu

Symbol: Circle

#25

Purva Bhadrapada (पूर्व भाद्रपद)

Manushya

Deity: Aja Ekapada

Planet: Jupiter

Symbol: Sword

#26

Uttara Bhadrapada (उत्तर भाद्रपद)

Manushya

Deity: Ahir Budhnya

Planet: Saturn

Symbol: Twins

#27

Revati (रेवती)

Deva

Deity: Pushan

Planet: Mercury

Symbol: Fish

How to Find Your Nakshatra

A true "nakshatra calculator" computes the sidereal longitude of the Moon at birth using your date, time, and place. The time zone and coordinates fix local sidereal time; even thirty minutes can shift the Moon into another nakshatra or pada near boundaries—so precision matters.

Steps: (1) Gather a reliable birth certificate or hospital record time; (2) use an ephemeris or trusted Jyotish app with Lahiri or your preferred ayanamsa; (3) read Moon’s nakshatra and optionally pada (each nakshatra has four padas). If time is unknown, rectification or a range of possibilities may be needed—Krishna can still discuss principles and Gita wisdom while you clarify data.

This page does not run astronomical calculations; it is a SEO-friendly reference guide for seekers and Krishna devotees. For interactive birth-star discovery paired with spiritual dialogue, continue on talkKrishna after sign-up.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a nakshatra in Vedic astrology?

A nakshatra is one of 27 lunar mansions along the ecliptic, each spanning 13°20′. Your janma nakshatra is determined by the Moon’s position at birth. It is used for naming, compatibility, timing (Dasha), and understanding temperament—often considered more personal than the Sun sign alone.

How is a nakshatra different from a rashi (zodiac sign)?

Rashi divides the zodiac into 12 signs of 30° (mainly tied to the Sun’s cycle in popular usage). Nakshatra divides the same circle into 27 segments based on the Moon’s position. Nakshatra gives finer detail for personality, marriage matching, and muhurta; rashi gives broader archetypal themes.

Why do I need date, time, and place of birth to find my nakshatra?

The Moon moves quickly—roughly one nakshatra in about a day—so your birth time and location fix the local sidereal chart. Without accurate time and place, your Moon longitude (and thus your nakshatra and pada) can be wrong. Always use a reliable ephemeris or Jyotish software, or share details on talkKrishna for guidance.

What do Deva, Manushya, and Rakshasa mean for nakshatras?

These are the three gana (temperament) categories in classical lists. Deva nakshatras are often associated with refinement and harmony; Manushya with balance and worldly engagement; Rakshasa with intensity, independence, and drive. They appear in compatibility analysis alongside other factors—never in isolation.

Does talkKrishna replace a professional Jyotish reading?

No. This page is an educational reference and Krishna’s guidance is spiritual and supportive—not a substitute for medical, legal, or financial advice, or for a full chart reading from a qualified astrologer. Use it to learn, reflect, and explore dharma alongside your own judgment.

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