Magha

Magha Nakshatra is the tenth Nakshatra in Vedic astrology. It lies in the constellation of Leo and is represented by the star Regulus (Alpha-Leonis). It has a span of 0°00 to 13°20′ Leo. The name Magha translates to “the Magnanimous” or “the Mighty One” and has the symbol of a royal throne.

The controlling planet of Magha Nakshatra is Ketu. Ketu is often considered as the most spiritual planet in Hindu Astrology. This bestows upon the natives of Magha, a traditional and ritual appreciation. They highly value their cultural inheritance and have a strong bonding with their ancestry. People born under Magha take pride in their heritage and always focus on carrying their ancestral legacy forward, passing it on to the future generations

The ruling deity of Magha Nakshatra is Lord Ganesha and grants the natives essential power and generosity. People born under Magha have high spiritual inclination and are respectful individuals. This Nakshatra greatly lays emphasis on the attributes of honesty and winning. This star demands the following of strong moral values, and equally respects, honors and recognizes the hard working and the truthful. Natives of Magha are excellent managers and often show leadership qualities. Those born under Magha have a majestic and royal demeanor. They are proud creatures and can turn aggressive if provoked.

According to Vedic Astrology, natives under the influence of Magha nakshatra are usually found practicing in professions which have something to do with authority, position, power and status. Magha natives can be found in many professional fields practicing as heads of the governments and the kings, administrators, bureaucrats, judges, magistrates, aristocrats and many other kind of people holding important positions with governments, politicians and diplomats possessing great power, authority and status, top class lawyers commanding authority and many other kinds of people practicing in many other kinds of professions dealing with power, authority and status. Some Vedic astrologers believe that the strong influence of this nakshatra in a horoscope definitely gives a position of authority and power and this fact is very well supported by the kind of professions associated with this nakshatra. The influence of Ketu on this nakshatra can also make the natives under the influence of Magha practice as black magicians, tantrics, exorcists, astrologers, psychics and in other such kind of professions.

Interests and Careers:

People with a strong Magha influence may be involved with large-scale companies or efforts, whether government, private, or philanthropic in nature. As established law and respect for tradition is important to such a person, they may be involved with law or court system. Because of that same respect for tradition, a person may be attracted to the study of lineages, genealogy, history, archaeology, anthropology, and even evolution. They may be drawn to well-established, traditional schools, universities, organizations, or philosophical lineages which allow for the passing down of knowledge or culture that has been held and maintained for a long period of time.

Politics, law, heads of corporations, acting, music, archaeology, history, self-employment, management.

Health Issues:

Magha is indicative of the nose, lips, and chin.

Hypertension, heart problems, stomach problems, ulcers, and skin problems around the mouth occur as a result of a complicated Magha.

Location 0.00 Leo to 13.20 Leo

Ruler – Ketu

Symbol – Throne

Deity – Pitras

Varna – Labourer

Alphabets – Ma, Mi, Mu, Me