Guest guest Posted August 2, 2003 Report Share Posted August 2, 2003 Dear Guru's and Learned Members, I am interested in learning more about Nakshatras. May I request you to please share your thoughts, articles, your own collections with me please. Thanks for your help in advance. Regards Rao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2003 Report Share Posted August 3, 2003 || Jaya Jagannath || Dear Rao, I am posting here, some information I compiled long back. Probably this can be of some use to you. This shall be a little addition to what Ramadas and Visti have written. Best Wishes Sarajit The following aspects of the Nakshatras shall be discussed: Deity: The mythology associated with the deities tell a lot about these nakshatras for example, it is known that the lord of Ashwini are the two ashwini kumaras, who ride on horses and one of them is well versed in warcraft and another one is good in Jyotish Shatra. Knowing this, we can understand whomto worship if we want to strenthen the planets placed in those nakshatras and also to get the benefit of those things ruled by the Deity such as warcraft and Jyotish. Desires: Each Nakshatra reflects certain wishes or desires that those who born under them are inclined to have. In the Vedas each Nakshatra deity reflects these wishes, that those who worship this deity and its Nakshatra will gain. This material comes from the Taittiriya Brahmana III.1.4. It affords additional insight on the Nakshatras and their meaning. Guna: This indicate the prevelant disposition of the nakshatra, whether, Sattva or Rajasa or Tamasa. Sattva means the state of knowledge and bliss, the state of eternal bliss, or the state of changelessness. Rajas mean activity and growth while Tamas means ignorance, inactivity and death. Nature: The predominant activity of the nakshatra can be understood from the nature of the nakshatra. If the nature is fierce, then the activity shall be war, victory and such things; whereas if it is movable, then the activity could be changing places, relocation etc. Gana: There are three Ganas Deva, Manusya and Rakshasa. The Devagana represent upholding truthfulness and righteousness, the manusya gana represent the ability to live and grow using practical means, while rakshasa gana represents breaking the conventional things and moving against the long cherished beliefs. TriMurthi: All activities can be classified with creation, sustenance and destruction. These three predominant activity of the nature is associated with Brhama, the creator; Vishu, the Sustainer and Shiva, the destroyer. Thus the nakshatra representing Brahma, indicate creation and creative forces, Vishnu's nakshatra represents preserving somethng already whereas Shiva's nakhatras have the forces of dissolution of the material things, so that the creative process can start again. Activity: There are three groups of nakshatras based on the activity, Active, Passive and the Balanced one. The active nakshatra have more initiative and drive to act, the passive ones are more receptive and react to the environment as and when such need arise, whereas the Balanced one, as the name suggest becomes active or passive based on the need. Ayana: There are four major ayanas (Goals) of human life, Dharma - To fulfil the duties and obligations through righteous means, Artha - To earn and live a comfortable life, Kama - To fulfill our desires and Moksha - To become free of the material forces and leave this material world. Body Parts: The body parts are extremely useful in diagnosis of diseases in Medical astrology. The placement of malefics or disease givers in such a nakshatra can cause diseases in those organs of body, ruled by the afflicted nakshatra. Dosha: There are three doshas in Ayurveda, the vata, kapha and pitta. This is also useful in medical astrology. Profession: These can provide insight on the professions one might be inclined to. Miscellaneous Articles: This is used in various places such as for knowing the material possessions one has or one is interested in amassing etc. Mantra (From VRA): The deities of the birth constellation are regularly worshipped. Sometimes, the deities of other constellations are also worshipped for specific results. For example, during an eclipse the deity of the constellation where the eclipse occurs is worshipped. Two mantras are indicated against each constellation. The first is a Gayatri/Mala-mantra and the second is the Beeja Mantra. The overlordship of Nakshatra is given to the Moon, who is the sustainer in this world like the compassionate mother. Thus regular worship of the deities of the birth constellation, keeps protects one from the troubles in this world. Nakshatra 1: ASWINI (Beta Arietis)Symbol: 3 stars resembling a Horse Face Deity: Ashwini Kumaras Rasi: Mesha (Aries): 00d - 13d 20m Vimshottari Ruler: Ketu Meaning: The Horseman Quality: short, light, dynamic Guna: Rajas Caste: Vaishya Ayana: DharmaGana: Deva Gender: Male Syllables: cu ce cae la || cu ce co lä Favoured activities: travelling, taking medicines, starting studies and lessons, art, sports and leisure, love making, selling items, cutting hair, drivingFavoured signs: Monkey, Sheep Miscellaneous Articles: conveyances, horses Desires: ---------------------------- The Ashwins desired, "May we be possessed of good hearing and not be deaf. " One who makes the appropriate offering to the Ashwins and to Ashwini becomes possessed of good hearing and will not become deaf. Ashwini Nakshatra grants the power of hearing on both outer and inner levels. That is why this Nakshatra relates to secret knowledge and to miraculous powers. Mythology: ------------------------------- Samgna, the daughter of divine architect Visvakarma married Surya, before which she did severe penance to withshand the effulgence of brilliant Sun. She bore three children from this marriage named Vaivaswata Manu, Yama and Yamuna. Years passed with this relationship and when her power was withering away, if found it difficult to withstand the Sun anymore and she thought of going back to her father's place to do her penance again. However, before she left, she left her shadow behind to look after her child. However, without the knowledge of Surya, Chaya bore three children namely Savarni Manu, Mahakala and Tapati. One day in a fit of anger, Chaya cursed Yama, the son of Samgna. The curse took effect and Surya was stunned. He knew that no mother’s curse could ever effect her offspring. He questioned ‘Chaya’ who blurted out the truth. He searched for his beloved every-where. At last he spotted her frolicking in the forest in the form of a mare. In order to win her back he changes himself into a horse a horse approached her gently and befriended her. In this form she bore Surya the Aswini-Kumaras. Who later became celestial physician and surgeons. Surya and Samgna turned back into their original forms. In order to keep her by his side, Surya allowed his father-in-law to put him lathe and to share away an eighth of his brightness. Profession: ----------- Army General/ Commandant Physician Trader Hunter Dealer of Horses/ Stable keeper/ Jockey Astrologer Poet Minister Mantra: ---------- 1.Om Aswinaa Tejasa Chakshyuh Pranena Saraswati Veeryam Vachendro BalendrayaDadhurindriyam 2. Om Aswinikumarabhyam Namah Jyotish Interpretation: ------------ MALE NATIVES: 1. Physical features : Male born in Ashwini Nakshatra will have a beautiful countenance. His eyes will be bright and large. Forehead broad and nose a little bigger. 2. Character and general events : The native may appear to be very calm and quite, but capable of getting his work done un-noticed and is more predominant in the case of native born during the period from April 14th to April 28th, when the sun will be transiting his exaltation place in Ashwini and from October 14th to October 28th, when the sun will be transiting his debilitation place in Svati. There is a saying that even Yama, the God of Death ,cannot change his adamant attitude. Those born in the Ashwini of other months will have stubbornness in a lesser degree. He will remain faithful to those who love him and will not hesitate to sacrifice anything for such persons. Ashwini born is the best friend in need provided others understand him. He keeps his patience even at the time of greatest perils. But it will be a hurricane task to console the native when he goes berserk. He is the best advisor to the persons in agony. But he deeply resents and fears criticism, see suggestions from others, as a frightening attempt at manipulation. He takes his own time to do any work. Even so, his actions may be slow but well thought. He will not jump upon any matter without examining prose and corns of each item of work. He cannot be easily influenced. Once he carries out an action or work, whether it is good or bad, right or wrong, he will stick to what he has done, come what may. He is a firm believer of God. But there is no room for religious or other sentiments. He is orthodox but in new style i.e., he believes in modernization of orthodox method and belief. Even though he is quite intelligent, at times he makes mountain of even small matters. This leads him in a state of lack of mental peace and will always be in desperate mood. He is always interested in keeping the entire surroundings neat and clean. 3. Education and sources of earnings / profession : He is jack of all arts. He is generally fond of music and interested in literary pursuits. Period up to his 30th years of age will be full of struggle. He has to face obstacles even for small matters. From the 30th year of age, there will be steady and continuous progress which will continue up to 55 years of age. One of the predominant features noticed is that he is very stingy, but his expenditure will be more than his income due mainly to his pomp and show. He is inclined to meet his desires and needs at any cost. 4. Family life : He loves his family in entire sincerity. However, he is subjected to hatred by his own family members due to his adamant behavior. Affection that was expected and the care that was required, cannot be derived from the father of the native. In other words, the natives as also his co-borns will be neglected by their father. Whatever help he may derive is only from the side of his maternal uncle. Maximum possible help will come from those who are outside the family circle. Normally marriage takes place between 26 to 30 years of age. There will be more sons than daughters. FEMALE NATIVES: Females born in this Nakshatra will have more or less the same general results as mentioned in the case of male natives. In addition, she will have the following results : 1.Physical features : Eyes will be bright and small resembling to that of a fish. She has a magnetic look. 2. Character and general events: She has the technique of bringing anybody near to her with her sweet speech. She maintains utmost patience. She indulges in too much sexual operations. She is pure hearted. Even while living in the modern society she maintains the age old tradition of respecting elders. 3. Education, sources of earning / profession : If employed she may either be not interested in the work after 50 years of age and may quit the job or seek voluntary retirement. It is not a negative point. She may do so, as her financial or other conditions would have improved by her 50th years of age, and she no longer requires any work for her livelihood. She will thereafter devote herself to the welfare of the family and to some extent do social work, provided other planetary positions are not adverse. Administrative type of job (including possibility of Indian Administrative Service for an Indian) is earmarked for her. 4.Family life : Normally marriage takes place between the period of 23 years to 26 years of age. It has been noticed that in case marriage takes place at a young age i.e., before the age of 23 years, such marriage ends either at divorce, separation from the husband for long time or even death of the husband. There will be more female children than male children. She is quick to respond to the needs and desires of her children to pursue the interest of the children. Whenever time permits, these females do cleaning of the house and household articles and they force others to do the same. 5. Health : Her health will generally be good. Main cause of her ailments is unnecessary mental worry and anxiety. In some cases, when such worry or anxiety goes beyond control, it has been noticed that brain disorder of mild type takes place at a later stage. She should always be careful while cooking or while handling fire. In the modern society, motor vehicle accidents have also been noticed. ______________ ______________ Nakshatra 2: BHARANI------------------ Synbol: 3 starts resembling a female sexual organ Meaning: The bearers Deity : Yama, the god of Dharma and Death Rasi : Mesha (Aries): 13d 20m 26d 40m Vimshottari Ruler: Venus Quality : Aggressive and cruel Guna: Tamas Caste: Mlechha Ayana: Artha Gana: Manusya Gender: Female Dosha: Pitta Syllables: il lu le lae li lu le lo Stars: A binary star in the left foot of Andromenda, Almach gives honor and artistic ability. Menkar, placed in the jaw of the whale indicates disgrace, trouble with legacies, and dishonor. Favoured activities: agriculture, aggressive competitions, actions dealing with fire Miscellaneous Articles: Wells, Husky grains, Cereals. Miscellaneous Information: Birth star of Rahu Desires: ---------------------------- Yama desired, "May I win the lordship of the ancestors." One who makes the appropriate offering to Yama and to Bharani wins the lordship of the ancestors and wins the lordship of his peers. This is why those born under Bharani want to be respected by their elders and by their peers. Mythology: ------------------------------- Yama is the god of death and also the keeper of the dharma. He represents purity, cleanliness, justice and integrity. The sense of restraint and self denial is also Yamas gift. Being the lord of Dharma he represent a stern disciplinarian, a ruthless executor of truth and the ultimate who punishes for all unrighteous activites. The story of Yama-Nachiketa (in Katha Upanishad) is a particularly exposition of the hospitality of Yama, his sense of dharma and knowledge of it, his superb honesty and great integrity and other divine virtues. Thus this Nakshatra of which he is the devata (God) is also in consequence the giver of whatever is good, pure, truthful and honest. Profession: ----------- Butchers Mercineries Bandits and Dacoits Executioner Burial related jobs Menial jobs Dancers Actors Musicians Singers Hunters Mantra: ------------ 1. Om Yamaya Twa Makhaya Twa Suryasya Twa Tapase Devastwa Savita Madhwa Navatu (.) Prithivya Samsprisspahi Archirasi Souchirasi Taposi 2. Om Yamaya Namah Jyotish Interpretation: ( Source: http://www.indastro.com/astrology-clues/bharani.php) ------------ Male Natives: 1. Physical features : He is of medium size, with less hair, large forehead, bright eyes, beautiful teeth. His complexion will be ruddy and fairly long neck and face. It has been found that if birth takes place during mid-day, the native is very tall. His head will be broad at the temples and narrow at the chin. Bushy eye brows. 2. Character and general events : Bharani born is not generally liked by all, in spite of the fact that he is pure hearted and does not like to harm anybody. When he wants to express his opinion in any matter he is just not bothered about the sentiments of others. He will not like to get anything for himself by buttering. Come what may, he is not ready to work against his consciousness whether he is according to others, right or wrong. Due to this attitude he has to face a lot of resistance and failures. He won't hesitate to spoil the relationship even with near and dear ones on small matters. But when he is convinced of his fault, when the opponent comes forward with folded hands, he will completely forget their enmity and start reciprocating sincerely. Tactful behavior is alien to him. He is far away from the state of obedience. Arrogance quite often leads him to miseries. Subordination is equal to death for him. When he was to bow to others, he becomes pensive. Advice and encouragement have no room in his mind. He will generally be having a good all-round knowledge. He has the capacity to go deep into any matter. Even though Bharani born will shine well in public life, he tends to face criticism and loss of wealth. He likes to command others and will always be eager to establish supremacy. He cannot march forward without hurdles and will have to face stiff competition, and in the run he quite often faces failures. For others, he may appear to be arrogant, but the truth is that he is pure hearted. His life is full of ups and downs.It is advisable that Bharani born should not involve in unnecessary arguments or competition. He will fight for certain principles which will ultimately lead him into trouble. He is fond of spreading rumors and wasting time by humors. As already mentioned above his life is full of ups and downs, there will not be any good or bad periods for long time. In short, ha has to face a life of mixture of good and bad always. He is quite capable of looking after others but he needs some one to look after him. Ultimately his beneficiary and friends turn against him. He cannot establish permanent relationship with anyone. 3. Education, sources of earnings / profession : There is never a permanent good or bad time. After his 33 years of age there will be a positive change in his surroundings, in his life, and in his livelihood. He is fit for any type of work, particularly in administrative job, business, sports, music, art advertisement, automobile or restaurants. He can also be a good surgeon or a judge. He can be successful in the business of tobacco items or cultivation of tobacco. He will attain success in all undertakings provided he establishes or starts any activity by proceeding to the Eastern direction first and also if possible the place of activity or business may also be in the eastern side or eastern direction from his house. 4. Family life : Marriage comes around 27 years of age. They are fortunate in conjugal bliss. His companion will be expert in household administration and well behaved. He will cause the death of his father if birth is in the 1st or 2nd quarter of Bharani Nakshatra. His wife must save money for a rainy day, as he make some impulsive purchases, whether there is money left for other purposes or not. He loves his family. He dislikes to be away from his family members even for a day. 5. Health : While he does not take care of his health, there won't be any serious health problems. Main possible diseases are dental problem, diabetes and severe body pain, affections of brain, high fever, apoplexy, ring worms and malaria. Normally he is a very poor eater. He believes in the principle of 'eating to live and living to eat'. He is afraid of water and as is the thought, he should be careful while traveling through water, taking bath in rivers, oceans and ponds. Injury in the forehead and just around the eyes. Since he is a chain smoker he has to be careful about his lung.Female Natives 1.Physical features: She will have a very beautiful figure. White teeth but not in proper arrangement. 2. Character and general events: She will possess a clean, admirable and modest character. She respects her parents and elderly persons, but she does not relish suggestions from others and acts according to her own sweet will. She is bold and impulsive and over optimistic. 3.Education, sources of earning/ profession: She earns her own livelihood. She will be successful as a receptionist, guide or sales woman. She will not wait for opportunities to come but will go out and create opportunity to fulfill her desires. She may earn through sports activities. 4. Family Life: Marriage comes around her 23rd years of age. She will have an upper hand in all matters and she will behave like a commander. While she will enjoy full confidence, love and satisfaction from her husband, she is quite often troubled by her in-laws. She always speaks high of her own family. She will obey only such a man whom she can admire. In case she marries a simple man, who is lowly placed in life, she will over power her husband in all walks of life. As Bharani born females are a little aggressive, married partner should have patience and deal with them tactfully for avoiding daily friction in life. 5. Health: Her health will be mostly good. However, she will have frequent menstrual problems, uterus disorders, anemia and in some cases tuberculosis has also been noticed. Key Words: ----------------------------- Incur displeasure from others; Enjoyers of material pleasures; Obedient, Truthful, Intelligent, Rational thinker, Level headed, Determined, Proud, Jealous; Victorious in debates, arguements, quarrels etc; Learned in scriptures, Orator; Fear water; Bear scars on their body due to injuries; Suffer from heart diseases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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