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
Significance
The star of intuition, esoteric wisdom, kundalini energy, and psychological depth. Valued in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, spiritual contemplation, and understanding mental tendencies.
Favorable
- •Spiritual meditation and learning
- •Initiatives aligned with Nagas (Serpent Deities of Wisdom)
- •Skill enhancement and study
Unfavorable
- •Unrighteous undertakings
- •Actions conflicting with Teekshna / Daruna (Sharp & Mystical) nature