Mrigashira Nakshatra

The Mrigashira Nakshatra is the fifth among the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic Astrology. ‘Mrigashira’ means ‘Deer Head’, and it is a tender (Saumya) Nakshatra. A deer is regarded as a lunar animal which is swift, freckle, wandering, seeking, and searching, and hence Mrigashira is a searching Nakshatra.

Mrigashira constellation or Nakshatra is partly in the Taurus and partly in Gemini. It resembles abundance in imagination, creativity and is in constant search for ultimate joy. The natural instincts if this Nakshatra is like the characteristics of a deer, which also depicts its romantic and sexual disposition as well as intellectual capabilities. Mrigashira belongs to the serpent yoni. They like to embrace their beloved and are very attached to the act of love-making and romance, and love to surround their partner with their presence. They are also very possessive as the snake, and don’t like to let go easily.

Mrigashira Nakshatra Padas

The first Pada of the Mrigashira Nakshatra is associated with Leo, ruled by Sun. People of this Pada are very artistic and have a very good imagination.

The second Pada of the Mrigashira Nakshatra is associated with Virgo, ruled by Mercury. The people born under this Pada have a stable mental health and strong will and are compassionate as well. They are good communicators and can keep people engaged.

The third Pada of Mrigashira Nakshatra is associated with Libra, ruled by Venus. The people born under this Pada are materialistic and care the most about wealth rather than other things.

The fourth Pada of Mrigashira Nakshatra is associated with Scorpio, ruled by Mars. People of this Pada like to enages in arguments and also enjoy creating difficult situations in other people’s lives.

Compatibility of Mrigashira Nakshatra natives

Mrigashira Nakshatra natives are compatible with those born under the Ardra, Rohini, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Ashwini, Hasta, Shatabhisha, Purva Bhadrapada, ad Revati Nakshatra.

They may face challenges in relationships with those natives who are born under Chitra or Dhanishta Nakshatra.

Characteristics of Mrigashira Nakshatra natives

The natives of the Mrigashira Nakshatra are driven and self-motivated. They do not waste time in thinking whether to do something or not but are innately motivated to work with full gusto. They are action-oriented and not ones who rely on small talks and extensive discussions. They believe in getting the work done. They are capable yet at times timid in their approach.

They possess good public speaking skills which make them reliable and trustworthy and also give them the power to motivate and have the ability to change people’s minds. They are generally spiritually intelligent and seek liberation from their thoughts and materialistic pleasures. They are constantly seeking answers to questions.

Mrigashira traits teach a person to dream and then chase it. It also teaches the native to bring that dream into reality by striving to make it real.  It also teaches the difference between fantasy and action, and what can actually be real. It teaches the natives to chase realistic goals by pushing them to pursue it.

The natives born under Mrigashira are creative, enthusiastic, social, humorous and jovial by nature. They have an innate love for life and are quite playful in their approach. However, they also possess auspicious nature and hence might face troubles in marriage. They do not like to restrict their affection when it comes to showing love for their partner and hence are expressive when it comes to romance. With this, it also means that they are possessive by nature. For a good and healthy relationship, Mrigashira natives should know that it’s important for them to give space to their partners so that they enjoy a [peaceful companionship.  Mrigashira natives are known to have uncommon marriages. They are likely to elope or not have traditional marriages. They might have marriages with people from faraway lands and settle in a distant place.

Some traits of Mrigashira Nakshatra

• Mrigashira Nakshatra is the fourth among the 27 Nakshtaras, and is ruled by the planet Moon with the diety Prajapti, who represents creation.
• Mrigashira Nakshatra is a Mridu/Saumya (gentle/tender) Nakshatra.
• Mrigsira loves Gems, and the sensory indulgences are its forte.
• The alternate symbol of the Mrigasira Nakshatra is a pot full of Soma.
• Mrigsira gas a strong attachment to pleasures, comfort and sexual activities.
• This Nakshatra also believes in self-gratifying itself. It also desires to gain lordship over plants.
• Mrigshira natives generally do not like to be bonded by rules, or be a puppet of the society. The like making their own rules.

Ruling planet of Mrigashira(Graha Devta):

The Mrigashira Nakshatra ruling planet or Graha Devta as per Vedic Astrology is the planet Mars. Mars gives the ability to participate in every kind of work and also gives the energy to do research on specific matters of life. Hence, the natives would be good at debates and win arguments by keeping valid points. Mrigashira also has the quality of Venus and Mercury, and hence the native will be good at arts, music, mathematics, and philosophy.

Career and Professional Inclinations of Mrigashira Natives

Mrigashira Nakshatra natives are likely to make a career in artistic fields and can do well as artists, singers, writers, authors, poets, philosophy experts, painters, and deal with fields of agriculture, farming forestry, land development, survey work, etc. They would also love jobs that allow them to explore and travel, or do business related to machineries and electronics as well.

They would also make good sales representatives, astrologers, pet trainers, teachers, administrators, and do well in the advertising, media, textile, entertainment and broadcast industry, etc.

Gender of Mrigashira: Neuter

The Gender of Mrigashira NAkshtra is neutral and this signifies the natives mental inclination towards materialistic things and how they manipulate the challenges for survival. Being of the neuter gender, a Mrigashira native would be able to balance any kind of trying situation in life that comes their way, irrespective of which gender theya re born into.

Famous personalities born in Mrigashira Nakshatra

B V R Raman Dr Rajendra Prasad, Salman Rushdie. Actor Ashok Kumar, Brooke Shields.

Remedies for Mrigashira Nakshatra

• Chant the Mrigashira mantra ‘Om brahmi Namah’ 108 times to remove malefic effects of the Mrigashira Nakshatra.
• Chant the Gayatri mantra daily.
• Donate milk, rice, food to the needy.
• Observe fast on Mondays and avoid alcohol.
• Worship Lord Shiva and offer water to Shiva Linga.

The Name of the 27 Nakshatras are as follows: