Rashi 5 of 12 · Lion
Leo (Simha) Rashi
The royal sign: dignity, leadership, creativity and pride.
Simha is fixed fire ruled by the Sun. Natives are warm, generous and confident, with a natural sense of authority and a love of being seen. They lead best when their pride serves others.
- Lord
- Sun
- Element
- Fire
- Quality
- Sthira
- Sun here
- 17 Aug – 16 Sep
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Vedic astrology reads your Moon sign (rashi) for daily predictions and your Lagna for the birth chart. Both use the sidereal zodiac, so they often differ from your Western Sun sign.
At a glance
Leo (Simha) rashi facts
| Sanskrit name | Simha (meaning: lion) |
|---|---|
| Span | 120° – 150° sidereal |
| Ruling planet | Sun (Surya) |
| Element | Fire |
| Quality | Sthira (fixed) |
| Gender | Masculine (odd sign) |
| Exalted here | None |
| Debilitated here | None |
| Moolatrikona here | Sun (0°–20°) |
| Body (Kalapurusha) | Stomach and upper abdomen |
| Direction | East |
| Sun in this sign | About 17 Aug – 16 Sep (sidereal) |
| Lucky colour | Copper red, saffron |
| Lucky day | Sunday (Ravivar) |
| Gemstone (of the lord) | Ruby (Manikya). Choose only after studying the whole chart. |
Lunar mansions
Nakshatras in Leo (Simha)
Personality
Leo (Simha) traits
Strengths
- Confident and inspiring
- Generous and warm-hearted
- Loyal and protective
- Creative and expressive
Challenges
- Pride and ego
- Needs recognition
- Can be domineering
Leo (Simha) as your Moon sign
A Simha Moon wants respect and appreciation; feelings are proud, warm and generous. Hurt pride is its tender spot.
Leo (Simha) as your Lagna
Simha rising gives a commanding presence and a strong frame. The Sun as Lagna lord ties health and success to self-confidence and purpose.
Careers that suit Leo (Simha)
Relationships
Leo (Simha) in love and compatibility
Romantic and generous, Simha loves grandly and wants to be admired. Loyalty and appreciation keep its heart warm.
Same element
Sagittarius, Aries
Shared fire temperament
6th / 8th (shadashtaka)
Capricorn, Pisces
Traditionally the harder pairing in Bhakoot
Wellbeing
Health
Rules the stomach and upper abdomen, and the heart in many texts: blood pressure and heart health benefit from calm and exercise.
Traditional associations, not medical advice.
Common questions
Leo (Simha) rashi FAQs
Who is the lord of Leo (Simha) rashi?
Sun (Surya) rules Leo (Simha). The condition of Sun in your chart colours how Leo (Simha) qualities express themselves.
Which nakshatras fall in Leo (Simha)?
Magha (padas 1, 2, 3, 4), Purva Phalguni (padas 1, 2, 3, 4), Uttara Phalguni (pada 1). Every rashi holds nine padas, or two and a quarter nakshatras.
Is Leo (Simha) my Sun sign or Moon sign?
In Vedic astrology "rashi" usually means your Moon sign: the sign the Moon occupied at birth. Your Sun is in sidereal Leo roughly 17 Aug – 16 Sep, which differs from Western dates by about 24 days.
Which signs are compatible with Leo (Simha)?
Signs of the same element (Sagittarius and Aries) usually understand Leo (Simha) easily. Capricorn and Pisces sit 6th and 8th from it (shadashtaka), traditionally the harder pairing in Kundli matching. A full match uses both charts.
What is the lucky gemstone for Leo (Simha)?
Ruby (Manikya), the gem of its lord Sun. Gemstones should only be worn after studying the whole chart, not chosen from the sign alone.
