# Ardra

> The star of transformative storms, intellectual breakthroughs, and purification.

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

Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)

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Ardhra (आर्द्रा) is the 6th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Lord Rudra (Fierce Storm Form of Shiva) with planetary ruler Rahu, it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.

Ruling Deity Lord Rudra (Fierce Form of Shiva)

Ruler Rahu (North Node)

Nature Teekshna / Daruna (Sharp & Focused)

Element Water (Jala)

Symbol Teardrop / Diamond

Significance

The star of transformative storms, intellectual breakthroughs, and purification. Valued in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, spiritual contemplation, and understanding mental tendencies.

Favorable

- Spiritual meditation and learning
- Initiatives aligned with Lord Rudra (Fierce Storm Form of Shiva)
- Skill enhancement and study

Unfavorable

- Unrighteous undertakings
- Actions conflicting with Teekshna / Daruna (Sharp & Dreadful) nature