Shravana Nakshatra
Shravana shows a gift for listening and learning, and respect for knowledge and tradition.
- Ruling planet
- Moon · dasha 10 years
- Deity
- Vishnu
- Symbol
- An ear / three footprints
- Gana
- Deva (divine)
- Yoni
- Monkey
- Nadi
- Antya (Kapha)
- Zodiac span
- Makara (Capricorn) 10° – 23°20′
Nature of people born in Shravana
Those born under it may be skilled in education, teaching and counselling.
The four padas of Shravana
| Pada | Sign | Degrees | Navamsha | Name syllables |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Makara (Capricorn) | 10° – 13°20′ | Mesha (Aries) | Khi |
| 2 | Makara (Capricorn) | 13°20′ – 16°40′ | Vrishabha (Taurus) | Khu |
| 3 | Makara (Capricorn) | 16°40′ – 20° | Mithuna (Gemini) | Khe |
| 4 | Makara (Capricorn) | 20° – 23°20′ | Kataka (Cancer) | Kho |
The dasha sequence
For people born in Shravana the Vimshottari dashas run in this order:
- Moon 10 yrs
- Mars 7 yrs
- Rahu 18 yrs
- Jupiter 16 yrs
- Saturn 19 yrs
- Mercury 17 yrs
- Ketu 7 yrs
- Venus 20 yrs
- Sun 6 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 (Deva (divine)), yoni (Monkey) and nadi (Antya (Kapha)) of Shravana are compared with the partner's nakshatra. A full match needs both birth details.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Shravana nakshatra?
Shravana is ruled by Moon. People born in it start their Vimshottari cycle with the Moon dasha (10 years in full); the balance at birth depends on the Moon's degree.
What are the gana, yoni and nadi of Shravana?
Shravana: Deva (divine) gana, Monkey yoni, Antya (Kapha) nadi. These are used in porondam / kundli matching (the gana, yoni and nadi kootas).
Which naming syllables go with Shravana?
Traditionally, by pada (Avakahada chakra): 1 — Khi · 2 — Khu · 3 — Khe · 4 — Kho.
This page gives general information from traditional Vedic astrology. For important decisions, have your full chart read by a qualified astrologer.