Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)
05
Mrigashira
Mrigashira (मृगशिरा) is the 5th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Soma (Moon God / Divine Nectar) with planetary ruler Mars (Mangala), it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.
Ruling DeitySoma (Moon God / Divine Nectar)
RulerMars (Mangala)
NatureMridu / Maitra (Soft & Harmonious)
ElementEarth / Air
SymbolDeer Head
Favorable
- •Singing and learning music
- •Making and wearing clothes and ornaments
- •Play, and learning the skills of games
- •Making friends
- •Counted among the nakshatras auspicious for a marriage.
- •Counted among the nakshatras auspicious for Griha Pravesh, the first entry into a new home.