Nakshatra List (27 Nakshatras)
08
Pushya
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 DeityBrihaspati (Guru of the Devas)
RulerSaturn (Shani)
NatureKshipra / Laghu (Nourishing & Auspicious)
ElementWater (Jala)
SymbolCow 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