When we split
Nakshatra into two syllables i.e, "Naksha"(map) and "tara”(star) is known as Nakshatra (Star Map). According to the Indian ancient Vedic seers, the
27 Nakshatras (constellations) map the sky. 'Nakshatras' is the name of the constellations or as the Moon remains in each of these constellations for one day.
At the time of birth the Predictive technique Based on a person's moon Nakshatra, is most truthful in comparison to other forms of astrology.
Nakshatras are classified in various ways, according to the primary motivation and basic attribute (Kama - sensual desires; Artha - material desires; Dharma - living life based on spiritual principles; Moksha - liberation from birth and death), sex, religion, species, etc.The Nakshatras are specifically disclosed by their presiding goddess, ruling planets, and their symbolic form.
In Vedic astrology, the birth star (Nakshatra of the Moon) is taken under consideration primarily for exploring personality traits. The positions of planets are inspected in the birth chart as well. Nakshatra’s use in Vedic astrology is very significant.
According to Indian seers, the Nakshatras symbolize the room into which the result of our Karma is stored. The Nakshatras distribute the results of Karma, the highest of which is the fruit of our devotion and meditation, our holy work of life.
As the nakshatra where the moon finds its existence is called the Janma Nakshatra and the nakshatra of the moon casts its stubborn influence on the moon as the moon impacts the mental aspects of the native. The position of the planetary lord determines the primary dasa or stage in the horoscope of a native.
With each nakshatra having a planetary lord, Nakshatra lords play an essential role in determining the essential qualities of a person.Contact our astrologers to know more
According to the Atharvaveda, there are
27 stars or asterisms given, many of them corresponding to the later nakshatras: