Bharani Nakshatra
Bharani shows strong determination, a readiness to take on responsibility and the strength to face life's changes.
- Ruling planet
- Venus · dasha 20 years
- Deity
- Yama
- Symbol
- The yoni (womb)
- Gana
- Manushya (human)
- Yoni
- Elephant
- Nadi
- Madhya (Pitta)
- Zodiac span
- Mesha (Aries) 13°20′ – 26°40′
Nature of people born in Bharani
Artistic taste and powerful emotions are also qualities linked to this star.
The four padas of Bharani
| Pada | Sign | Degrees | Navamsha | Name syllables |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mesha (Aries) | 13°20′ – 16°40′ | Simha (Leo) | Li |
| 2 | Mesha (Aries) | 16°40′ – 20° | Kanya (Virgo) | Lu |
| 3 | Mesha (Aries) | 20° – 23°20′ | Tula (Libra) | Le |
| 4 | Mesha (Aries) | 23°20′ – 26°40′ | Vrischika (Scorpio) | Lo |
The dasha sequence
For people born in Bharani the Vimshottari dashas run in this order:
- Venus 20 yrs
- Sun 6 yrs
- Moon 10 yrs
- Mars 7 yrs
- Rahu 18 yrs
- Jupiter 16 yrs
- Saturn 19 yrs
- Mercury 17 yrs
- Ketu 7 yrs
The balance of the first dasha depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the nakshatra at birth — use the tool for exact dates.
In porondam matching
In porondam / kundli matching the gana (Manushya (human)), yoni (Elephant) and nadi (Madhya (Pitta)) of Bharani are compared with the partner's nakshatra. A full match needs both birth details.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Bharani nakshatra?
Bharani is ruled by Venus. People born in it start their Vimshottari cycle with the Venus dasha (20 years in full); the balance at birth depends on the Moon's degree.
What are the gana, yoni and nadi of Bharani?
Bharani: Manushya (human) gana, Elephant yoni, Madhya (Pitta) nadi. These are used in porondam / kundli matching (the gana, yoni and nadi kootas).
Which naming syllables go with Bharani?
Traditionally, by pada (Avakahada chakra): 1 — Li · 2 — Lu · 3 — Le · 4 — Lo.
This page gives general information from traditional Vedic astrology. For important decisions, have your full chart read by a qualified astrologer.