Mrigashira nakshatra (Taurus 23°20′ – Gemini 6°40′) is ruled by Mars, with Soma (the Moon god) as its presiding deity and deer's head as its symbol. Mrigashira, 'the deer's head', is the seeker of the zodiac — ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma. Natives are curious, gentle and ever-searching, sniffing out knowledge, experiences and the perfect ideal. Like a deer they are restless and easily startled, but graceful, inquisitive and endearingly perceptive.
Mrigashira, 'the deer's head', is the seeker of the zodiac — ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma. Natives are curious, gentle and ever-searching, sniffing out knowledge, experiences and the perfect ideal. Like a deer they are restless and easily startled, but graceful, inquisitive and endearingly perceptive.
Research, writing and journalism, exploration and travel, sales, real estate, music, and any quest-driven work that rewards curiosity and constant searching.
Flirtatious and tender, Mrigashira natives are perpetual seekers in love too, idealising partners and chasing the spark. They need mental stimulation and gentleness; restlessness can unsettle a relationship if unchecked.
Insatiable curiosity and intelligence; Gentle, charming nature; Adaptability and perceptiveness.
Restlessness and indecision; Nervous, suspicious tendencies; Never feeling satisfied.
Worship Soma (the Moon) and Lord Shiva; steady Mars through grounding routine and contentment practices.
Mrigashira nakshatra is ruled by Mars in the Vimshottari dasha system.
The presiding deity of Mrigashira is Soma (the Moon god) and its symbol is Deer's head.
Mrigashira spans Taurus 23°20′ – Gemini 6°40′. Its gana is Deva, nadi Pitta, and yoni Serpent.
The four padas of Mrigashira begin with the syllables Ve/Be, Vo/Bo, Ka, Ki.