# Anuradha

> The star of devotion, fellowship, organizational leadership, and blooming amidst adversity.

Source: https://www.hinducalendar.today/panchang/nakshatra/anuradha

Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)

17

Anuradha (अनुराधा) is the 17th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Mitra (God of Divine Friendship & Light) with planetary ruler Saturn (Shani), it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.

Ruling Deity Mitra (God of Divine Friendship & Light)

Ruler Saturn (Shani)

Nature Mridu / Maitra (Gentle & Devoted)

Element Water (Jala)

Symbol Row of Lotuses / Staff

Significance

The star of devotion, fellowship, organizational leadership, and blooming amidst adversity. Valued in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, spiritual contemplation, and understanding mental tendencies.

Favorable

- Spiritual meditation and learning
- Initiatives aligned with Mitra (God of Divine Friendship & Light)
- Skill enhancement and study

Unfavorable

- Unrighteous undertakings
- Actions conflicting with Mridu / Maitra (Gentle & Devoted) nature