Mrigashira

Mrigashira is the fifth Nakshatra. It holds a span of 23°20′ Taurus to 6°40′ Gemini. Hence, it bridges between the signs Taurus and Gemini. In Vedic astrology, the symbol for Mrigashira is the head or face of a deer, which is also the shape formed by the four stars in Orion that form this Nakshatra.

Natives of Mrigashira Nakshatra or the people born under this star are knowledge seekers. Their capabilities of acquiring and grasping learning are unique and skillful. Curiosity rules their mind, making them one the most eager stars in terms of finding ways to learn. They also possess an active sense of humor, which makes them lovable company. Mrigashira represents diversity. Its natives go through a variety of life experiences that help them shape into truly intellectual individuals.

The presiding deity for Mrigashira Nakshatra is Soma, the Moon God, and the controlling planet is Mars. The basic nature of Mrigashira natives is charming and skillful. Their diplomatic approach and controlled speech often makes them talented public speakers.

According to Vedic Jyotish, natives under the strong influence of Mrigashira are beautiful and they have good sense of humor. Such natives are usually good at social skills and they like to make new friends and extend their social circle due to the influence of Venus on this nakshatra as Venus is a planet known for its social nature and interaction with people. Mrigashira natives have good communication skills and they do well in conveying their point across to the other person as well as debating in a discussion due to the combined effect of Venus and Mercury on this nakshatra though such natives can sometimes be argumentative if the effect of Mars is strong on Mrigashira in their horoscopes. Mrigashira natives are usually shy in nature and take some time to open up to new people or relations but once they start opening up, they are usually very good at holding interesting and long conversations and keeping their company interesting. Natives under the strong influence of Mrigashira love life and beauty in all its forms and many of them are fond of music, singing, poetry and other such things.

Interests and Careers:

When it comes to professional spheres, natives under the strong influence of Mrigashira can be seen practicing as, people dealing in all kinds of professions related to travel and exploration, poets, romantic novelists, theatre artists, singers, musicians, models, actors, fashion designers and other such fields which require beauty or creative skills, professions dealing with leisure and luxury and many other professions. Natives under the strong influence of Mrigashira usually witness good professional gains whereas they are likely to face some kind of problem in their personal life.

Health Issues:

Mrigashira rules the face, chin, cheeks, larynx, palate, throat, vocal chord, arms, shoulders, thymus gland, and upper ribs.

Location – 23.20 Taurus to 6.40 Gemini

Ruler – Mars

Symbol – Deer’s head

Deity – Chandra

Varna – Servant

Alphabets – Ve, Vo, Ka, Kee