Hasta Nakshatra (हस्त)
Sanskrit: Hasta
Hasta Nakshatra Quick Facts
Sanskrit
Hasta
Number
13 of 27
Ruling Planet
Moon (चंद्र)
Deity
Savitar (Sun)
Symbol
Hand / Palm
Animal
Female Buffalo
Gana
Deva
Nadi
Vata
Yoni
Buffalo
Varna
Vaishya
Rashi
Kanya (Virgo)
Degrees
10°00' – 23°20' Virgo
Lucky Color
Deep Green
Lucky Number
2
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Gem
Pearl
Hasta Nakshatra Personality
Skillful, crafty, and dexterous. Hasta natives are blessed with the gift of the hands — they can make, fix, heal, and create with uncanny skill. Witty and charming, they know how to work the room and solve problems others can't.
Gana
Deva
divine temperament — refined, ethereal, spiritually inclined, drawn to harmony, light, and higher ideals.
Nadi
Vata
Vata dosha (air + ether) — fast-moving, creative, imaginative, with a tendency toward restlessness and dryness when imbalanced.
Presiding Deity
Savitar (Sun)
the solar deity of inspiration — the Sun in his creative aspect, the force behind the Gayatri Mantra.
Hasta Nakshatra Strengths
- Exceptional craftsmanship and skill
- Sharp wit and humor
- Cleverness and practical intelligence
- Ability to help others directly
Hasta Nakshatra Challenges
- Can be cunning or manipulative
- Restlessness and nervous energy
- Perfectionism with their work
- Difficulty relaxing
Challenges are not flaws — they are the edges where Hasta natives grow. Awareness turns them into strengths.
Hasta in Career & Work
Excel as artisans, surgeons, massage therapists, healers, writers, comedians, jewelers, craftsmen, palmists, astrologers, and anyone working with hands.
Careers that suit Hasta natives
Dharmic tip: Moon-ruled natives do best when their work honors their gana (Deva) — a Deva nature thrives when their livelihood has meaning beyond mere income.
Hasta in Love & Relationships
Playful and clever in love. They express affection through acts of service — cooking, fixing, building. Need a partner who appreciates their skill and humor.
Compatibility note: Nakshatras with complementary gana and nadi are classically favored in Ashtakoot matching. Hasta (Deva, Vata) often pairs harmoniously with nakshatras that balance rather than amplify its vata tendencies — but a full kundli comparison matters more than any single factor. Always consult your birth chart for specifics.
Famous People in Hasta Nakshatra
- Many notable surgeons and artisans
- Several renowned comedians
- Celebrated craftspeople
Public figures reportedly born under Hasta nakshatra. Birth-chart attributions vary by source and exact birth time.
Krishna's Guidance for Hasta Natives
Krishna blesses the hands of Hasta natives: what you make with your hands, you make with your soul. BG 3.8 teaches that action is better than inaction. Use your gift to build dharma in the world — your skills are sacred tools.
BG 3.8
“Perform your obligatory duty, because action is indeed better than inaction.”
Hasta Nakshatra — Common Questions
What makes Hasta nakshatra unique?
Hasta (हस्त) is the 13th of the 27 nakshatras, spanning 10°00' – 23°20' Virgo. Its presiding deity is Savitar (Sun) and its ruling planet is Moon. Skillful, crafty, and dexterous. Hasta natives are blessed with the gift of the hands — they can make, fix, heal, and create with uncanny skill. Witty and charming, they know how to work the room and solve problems others can't.
What is the ruling planet of Hasta nakshatra?
Hasta nakshatra is ruled by Moon (चंद्र) in the Vimshottari Dasha system — the Moon rules emotion, memory, nurture, and inner tides. This colors the major life periods of natives born under this star.
Who is the deity of Hasta nakshatra?
Savitar (Sun) presides over Hasta nakshatra — the solar deity of inspiration — the Sun in his creative aspect, the force behind the Gayatri Mantra. Worshipping or meditating on this deity is considered especially beneficial for Hasta natives.
What is the best career for Hasta nakshatra natives?
Excel as artisans, surgeons, massage therapists, healers, writers, comedians, jewelers, craftsmen, palmists, astrologers, and anyone working with hands. A Moon-ruled Deva nakshatra tends to flourish where its core traits (exceptional craftsmanship and skill, sharp wit and humor) find honest expression.
Is Hasta nakshatra auspicious?
Every nakshatra carries divine purpose — none is inherently "bad." Hasta, ruled by Moon under the deity Savitar (Sun), brings distinct gifts (exceptional craftsmanship and skill) and distinct lessons (can be cunning or manipulative). Krishna teaches in BG 18.47 that one's own dharma, even imperfectly lived, is better than another's — honor your nakshatra rather than compare it.
Explore Other Nakshatras
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उत्तर फाल्गुनी
Reliable, generous, and partnership-oriented. Uttara Phalguni natives balance leadership with service — they are the trusted friend, the dependable partner, the one people come to for help. Ruled by Aryaman, the god of contracts and kindness.
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चित्रा
Glamorous, artistic, and magnetically beautiful. Chitra natives are the master designers and artists — ruled by Vishwakarma, the divine architect, they create beauty and illusion with ease. They shine brightly and attract attention wherever they go.
Read guidePurva Phalguni
पूर्व फाल्गुनी
Playful, romantic, and luxury-loving. Purva Phalguni natives are the entertainers and lovers of the zodiac — they know how to enjoy life's pleasures and help others relax. Ruled by Bhaga, the god of enjoyment, they bring joy, beauty, and celebration.
Read guideSwati
स्वाती
Independent, diplomatic, and self-reliant. Swati natives are like a young plant bending in the wind — flexible, resilient, and free. Ruled by Vayu (the wind), they value independence above all and adapt to any environment with grace.
Read guideMagha
मघा
Regal, ancestral, and commanding. Magha natives carry the authority of kings and queens — they walk into rooms with presence, honor lineage and tradition, and feel deeply connected to their ancestors. Pride and dignity run in their blood.
Read guideVishakha
विशाखा
Ambitious, goal-focused, and triumphant. Vishakha natives are the achievers — they set their eyes on a target and move relentlessly toward it. Ruled by Indra (king of gods) and Agni (fire), they carry both authority and intensity in pursuit of success.
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Lucky gem for Hasta: Pearl