Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)
23
Dhanishtha
Dhanishta (धनिष्ठा) is the 23th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Ashta Vasus (Eight Gods of Abundance) with planetary ruler Mars (Mangala), it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.
Ruling DeityAshta Vasus (Eight Gods of Abundance)
RulerMars (Mangala)
NatureChara / Chala (Rhythmic & Wealthy)
ElementEarth / Air
SymbolMusical Drum (Mridanga / Damaru)
Favorable
- •Journeys
- •Riding in vehicles and on horses and elephants
- •Any work that needs motion
Unfavorable
- •Not among the nakshatras counted auspicious for a marriage.
- •Not among the nakshatras counted auspicious for Griha Pravesh.