Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)
09
Ashlesha
Ashlesha (आश्लेषा) is the 9th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Nagas (Serpent Deities of Wisdom) with planetary ruler Mercury (Budha), it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.
Ruling DeityNagas (Serpent Deities of Wisdom)
RulerMercury (Budha)
NatureTeekshna / Daruna (Sharp & Mystical)
ElementWater (Jala)
SymbolCoiled Serpent
Favorable
- •Starting tantric acts and black magic
- •Training and taming animals
- •Sadhana and Hatha Yoga
Unfavorable
- •Not among the nakshatras counted auspicious for a marriage.
- •Not among the nakshatras counted auspicious for Griha Pravesh.