Nakshatra 5 of 27
Mrigashira Nakshatra
Mrigashira is ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma, the Moon god. Its symbol is a deer's head: gentle, alert, endlessly searching for the next beautiful or interesting thing.
| Meaning | the deer's head; the searching star |
|---|---|
| Ruling planet | Mars |
| Deity | Soma |
| Symbol | Deer head |
| Degree range | 23°20′ Taurus – 6°40′ Gemini |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus / Gemini (sidereal) |
| Gana | Deva |
Mrigashira personality
Mrigashira natives are perpetual seekers — of knowledge, experiences, places, and people. They are curious conversationalists with light, quick minds, and they rarely stay bored or boring. The restlessness that makes them delightful can also make commitment difficult; the deer is always scanning the next meadow.
Strengths
- Curiosity
- Gentleness
- Communication
- Perceptiveness
- Adaptability
Challenges
- Restlessness
- Fickleness
- Overthinking
- Difficulty settling
The four padas of Mrigashira
Each nakshatra divides into four padas of 3°20′, each mapping to a navamsa (D9) sign that colors how the nakshatra expresses itself. The traditional name syllables for each pada are shown alongside.
| Pada | Degrees | Navamsa sign | Name syllable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23°20′ Taurus – 26°40′ Taurus | Leo | Ve |
| 2 | 26°40′ Taurus – 0°00′ Gemini | Virgo | Vo |
| 3 | 0°00′ Gemini – 3°20′ Gemini | Libra | Ka |
| 4 | 3°20′ Gemini – 6°40′ Gemini | Scorpio | Ki |
Moon in Mrigashira
With the Moon in Mrigashira, emotional satisfaction comes through discovery. You need mental stimulation the way others need reassurance, and a good question can lift your mood faster than comfort can.
Career paths
- Research
- Writing and journalism
- Travel
- Sales
- Teaching
Mrigashira compatibility
Traditionally harmonious matches for Mrigashira:
Pairings that usually take more work:
Is Mrigashira your birth star? Your janma nakshatra is where your Moon was at the moment of birth. Calculate your Vedic chart to find your nakshatra, pada, and current dasha period.