# Pushya

> The king of constellations, radiating nourishment, wisdom, prosperity, and divine blessings.

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Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)

08

Pushya (पुष्य) is the 8th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Brihaspati (Guru of the Devas) with planetary ruler Saturn (Shani), it guides the rhythm of thought, action, and timing.

Ruling Deity Brihaspati (Guru of the Devas)

Ruler Saturn (Shani)

Nature Kshipra / Laghu (Nourishing & Auspicious)

Element Water (Jala)

Symbol Cow Udder / Lotus

Significance

The king of constellations, radiating nourishment, wisdom, prosperity, and divine blessings. Valued in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, spiritual contemplation, and understanding mental tendencies.

Favorable

- Spiritual meditation and learning
- Initiatives aligned with Brihaspati (Guru of the Devas)
- Skill enhancement and study

Unfavorable

- Unrighteous undertakings
- Actions conflicting with Kshipra / Laghu (Nourishing & Auspicious) nature