Vishakha Nakshatra
Vishakha shows a strong drive towards goals, ambition and determination.
- Ruling planet
- Jupiter · dasha 16 years
- Deity
- Indra and Agni
- Symbol
- A triumphal arch
- Gana
- Rakshasa (fierce)
- Yoni
- Tiger
- Nadi
- Antya (Kapha)
- Zodiac span
- Tula (Libra) 20° – Vrischika (Scorpio) 3°20′
Nature of people born in Vishakha
When things are approached with patience, long-term success tends to follow.
The four padas of Vishakha
| Pada | Sign | Degrees | Navamsha | Name syllables |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tula (Libra) | 20° – 23°20′ | Mesha (Aries) | Ti |
| 2 | Tula (Libra) | 23°20′ – 26°40′ | Vrishabha (Taurus) | Tu |
| 3 | Tula (Libra) | 26°40′ – 30° | Mithuna (Gemini) | Te |
| 4 | Vrischika (Scorpio) | 0° – 3°20′ | Kataka (Cancer) | To |
The dasha sequence
For people born in Vishakha the Vimshottari dashas run in this order:
- Jupiter 16 yrs
- Saturn 19 yrs
- Mercury 17 yrs
- Ketu 7 yrs
- Venus 20 yrs
- Sun 6 yrs
- Moon 10 yrs
- Mars 7 yrs
- Rahu 18 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 (Rakshasa (fierce)), yoni (Tiger) and nadi (Antya (Kapha)) of Vishakha are compared with the partner's nakshatra. A full match needs both birth details.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Vishakha nakshatra?
Vishakha is ruled by Jupiter. People born in it start their Vimshottari cycle with the Jupiter dasha (16 years in full); the balance at birth depends on the Moon's degree.
What are the gana, yoni and nadi of Vishakha?
Vishakha: Rakshasa (fierce) gana, Tiger yoni, Antya (Kapha) nadi. These are used in porondam / kundli matching (the gana, yoni and nadi kootas).
Which naming syllables go with Vishakha?
Traditionally, by pada (Avakahada chakra): 1 — Ti · 2 — Tu · 3 — Te · 4 — To.
This page gives general information from traditional Vedic astrology. For important decisions, have your full chart read by a qualified astrologer.