Bharani Nakshatra

Bharani Nakshatra, the second one in the zodiac of Vedic Astrology, is one of the most significant Nakshatras. This Nakshatra is ruled by the planet Venus. The Bharani Nakshatra is involved with the beginning of a new life cycle and it represents birth, creation and fertility. It is symbolised by the Yoni or the female sexual organ which naturally represents sexuality as well as reproduction. It also represents conceiving ideas and revolutionizing changes which be introduced into the world and once it is started, it can grow and take a mature form in becoming an independent though form.

This constellation is also symbolic of the Yoni of Parvati or the divine Yoni which fell off in Kamakhya and thus became one of the 18 Shakti Peeths in India. She later blessed it with the gift of creativity, reproduction and procreation.

Bharani Nakshatra represents hard work and goes through immense pain in life for the good rewards to be followed. This process is same as childbirth which signifies through the immense pain and later the letting go off the umbilical cord, after which a life is born and brings ultimate joy. This Nakshatra also teaches us that there is no short cut to success and absolutely no win in running away from pain but only in facing it head on.

Bharani Nakshatra Padas

The first Pada of Bharani Nakshatra is ruled by Mars and is associated with passion and enthusiasm. Individuals born under this Pada are known for their intense energy and are driven to achieve their goals. They have a natural leadership quality and are not afraid to take risks.

The second Pada of Bharani Nakshatra is ruled by Venus and is associated with creativity and sensuality. Those born under this Pada are known for their artistic talents and appreciate beauty deeply. They are born romantics and have a strong desire for physical intimacy.

The third Pada of Bharani is ruled by Mercury and has an association with intelligence and communication. The natives are sharp and good in communication as they are adept in being able to articulate their thoughts. They are also natural story tellers.

The fourth Pada of Bharani is ruled by the Moon, and associated with emotion and intuition. Those born under this Pada have a deep understanding of their emotions and are also highly intuitive. They are caring and loving by nature, and are very good at nurturing relationships.

Compatibility of Bharani Nakshatra natives

People born under the Bharani Nakshatra are generally compatible with those individuals born under the Rohini, Ardra, and Swati Nakshatras.

However, people born under the Krittika and Mrigashira Nakshatra might face some challenges if they marry natives from the Bharani Nakshatra.

Characteristics of Bharani Nakshatra natives

People born under the Bharani Nakshatra are believed to be very creative, ambitious, and independent. The moon in the Bharani Nakshatra represents a strong and determined personality with a passionate and fiery nature. The Bharani natives are considered to be natural leaders with a strong willpower and a desire to succeed. They are known for their ability to take on challenges and overcome obstacles in their lives. They are also believed to have a strong connection with the arts and have an innate potential to excel in the creative fields. Bharani natives have the ability to make things alive and working again after a hiatus or issues. The natives born under Bharani will bear pain in life but will also have the ability to transform that pain into a boon in their life, and teach others to do the same. They also know how to mold pain in a way that is helpful to them. The creative ability of Venus in Bharani will also give the power to rejuvenate any work or project that might have halted due to issues. This creative ability also gives an abundance of success and wealth gains to the native.

Some traits of Bharani Nakshatra

• The individuals under Bharani Nakshatra are very independent and self-reliant. They do not like to depend on someone else for anything.
• Bharani means ‘bearing’ or ‘supporting’ and is associated with female energy and thereby very strongly influences childbirth and fertility.
• They are freedom loving individuals and they hate when their personal space is compromised.
• Bharani is a fierce constellation as well as symbolic of divine feminine, if triggered, she displays her ferociousness. The individuals might have anger issues hence forth.
• The natives are very creative, as they are Venus ruled.
• They are very devoted to family and are loyal to their friends as well.

Ruling planet of Bharani(Graha Devta): Venus

The Lord or Graha Devta of Bharani Nakshatra is Venus. Venus is associated with love, beauty, and passion. The Graha Devta gives the ability to understand the nature of the ruling planet and their placements in your chart. Venus has the ownership on the Bharani constellation.

Career and Professional Inclinations of Bharani Natives

Individuals born under the Bharani Nakshatra are known for their strong willpower, passion and ambitious nature, which are very important in excelling at a chosen career path. The natives would do very good as entrepreneurs as they have a natural inclination towards starting new things and taking risks. They can use their creative skills and passion to grow their business. They would also be very good in taking up leadership roles and management across various fields of work. They can take charge and have the ability to take decisions even under stress so are well-suited for management roles.

They are also good at creative roles and passion projects which require creative skills across fields of music, arts, painting, writing and communication, which also have an impact on the society. They would do very good in politics as they have a strong desire for power and authority making them well-suited for a career in politics. Their excellent communication skills and leadership quality helps too. Lastly, they would do good in sports as well, as they have good physical strength and are high in endurance. Their competitive spirit can help them win and excel in sports.

Gender of Bharani: Female

The people born in the Bharani Nakshatra will have the characteristics of a female, regardless of their birth gender. Theis means that they would possess an empathetic nature, will be motherly, and show care to their near and dear ones. Even a male would possess these characters and hence they would be more loving, caring, gentle and empathetic than others.

Famous personalities born in Bharani Nakshatra

David Beckham, J.R.D. Tata, Rabindranath Tagore, and B.R. Ambedkar

Remedies for Bharani Nakshatra

• Offer prayers to Lord Shiva to remove obstacles, ask for forgiveness and show gratitude and remove obstacles.
• Perform charity: Donate food, clothes and food to the needy.
• Chanting the mantra “Om Shukraya Namaha” can help to strengthen the positive influence of the planet in your life.

The Name of the 27 Nakshatras are as follows: