Nakshatra 16 of 27

Vishakha Nakshatra

The star of purpose: ambition, focus and achievement.

Vishakha is the forked branch, the point of decision and single-minded pursuit of a goal. Natives are ambitious, determined and capable of great achievement once committed. Jupiter as lord gives purpose and faith; the star spans Libra and Scorpio.

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Span: Libra 20°00′ – Scorpio 3°20′
Ruling planet: Jupiter
Deity: Indra and Agni
Symbol: Triumphal arch
Gana: Rakshasa
Yoni: Tiger (male)

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Your birth star is the nakshatra the Moon occupied when you were born. It sets your first Dasha, your naming syllable and much of Kundli matching.

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At a glance

Vishakha nakshatra facts

Meaning of the name	The forked branch
Zodiac span	Libra 20°00′ to Scorpio 3°20′ (sidereal)
Sign	Libra and Scorpio
Ruling planet (Vimshottari lord)	Jupiter · Mahadasha of 16 years
Presiding deity	Indra and Agni
Symbol	Triumphal arch
Gana (temperament)	Rakshasa
Yoni (animal)	Tiger, male
Nadi	Antya (Kapha)
Nature (for muhurta)	Mishra (mixed): good for everyday work and routine matters
Naming syllables	Ti, Tu, Te, To

Indra and Agni together preside here; the symbol is a triumphal arch decorated with leaves, the gateway of victory reached after effort.

Personality

Vishakha traits

Strengths

Goal-oriented and persistent
Energetic and inspiring
Able to lead teams
Courageous under pressure

Challenges

Jealousy or competitiveness
The end justifying the means
Frustration when goals stall

Careers that suit Vishakha

Politics and leadershipResearch and scienceSales and businessMilitaryAdvocacy and lawReligious or spiritual teaching

Four quarters

The four padas of Vishakha

Pada 1

Syllable “Ti”

Libra 20°00′ – Libra 23°20′ · Navamsa Aries (lord Mars)

Aries navamsa (Mars), in Libra: energetic and bold; fast pursuit of goals.

Pada 2

Syllable “Tu”

Libra 23°20′ – Libra 26°40′ · Navamsa Taurus (lord Venus)

Taurus navamsa (Venus), in Libra: steady and wealth-oriented; artistic ambition.

Pada 3

Syllable “Te”

Libra 26°40′ – Scorpio 0°00′ · Navamsa Gemini (lord Mercury)

Gemini navamsa (Mercury), in Libra: intellectual and communicative; debate and law.

Pada 4

Syllable “To”

Scorpio 0°00′ – Scorpio 3°20′ · Navamsa Cancer (lord Moon)

Cancer navamsa (Moon), in Scorpio: emotional and intense; deep transformation.

Love and marriage

Vishakha in relationships

Passionate and loyal once committed, but ambition can crowd out the relationship. Shared goals help.

Gana

Rakshasa

Temperament match (6 points)

Yoni

Tiger

Same yoni: Chitra

Nadi

Antya (Kapha)

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Wellbeing and practice

Health and spiritual practice

Health

Lower abdomen, kidneys and reproductive health; tension builds with frustration.

Traditional practice

Worship of Indra and Agni, and of Lord Murugan, is traditional for Vishakha.

Traditional associations, not medical advice.

Common questions

Vishakha FAQs

Which planet rules Vishakha nakshatra?

Jupiter. People born with the Moon in Vishakha begin life in Jupiter Mahadasha, which lasts 16 years in full; the balance at birth depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the star.

What are the naming syllables for Vishakha?

Ti (pada 1), Tu (pada 2), Te (pada 3), To (pada 4). Traditionally a child's name begins with the syllable of the Moon's pada at birth.

Which zodiac sign is Vishakha in?

Vishakha spans Libra 20°00′ to Scorpio 3°20′, so it falls in both Libra and Scorpio. Your Moon sign depends on the pada.

What is the gana, yoni and nadi of Vishakha?

Gana: Rakshasa. Yoni: male tiger. Nadi: Antya (Kapha). These are three of the eight factors (kootas) in Ashtakoota Kundli matching.

Is Vishakha a good nakshatra?

Every nakshatra has strengths and challenges. Vishakha is a Mishra nakshatra, traditionally suited to everyday work and routine matters. A person's results depend on the whole birth chart, not the birth star alone.