Swati Nakshatra

Swati nakshatra (Libra 6°40′–20°) is ruled by Rahu, with Vayu (god of wind) as its presiding deity and young shoot in the wind / coral as its symbol. Swati, 'the independent', is the wind — ruled by Rahu and presided over by Vayu. Its symbol is a young shoot bending freely in the breeze: flexible, self-reliant and ever-moving. Natives prize independence, fairness and freedom of movement, adapting to any situation while quietly pursuing their own path and balance.

Personality & traits

Swati, 'the independent', is the wind — ruled by Rahu and presided over by Vayu. Its symbol is a young shoot bending freely in the breeze: flexible, self-reliant and ever-moving. Natives prize independence, fairness and freedom of movement, adapting to any situation while quietly pursuing their own path and balance.

Career & profession

Business and trade, diplomacy and law, travel and aviation, the stock market, music, and independent or self-made ventures that reward adaptability.

Love, marriage & compatibility

Freedom-loving and balanced, Swati natives need space and equality in love and resist being tied down. Once they choose a partner who respects their independence, they are fair, devoted and harmonious.

Strengths

Independence and adaptability; Sense of justice and balance; Diplomacy and self-reliance.

Challenges

Restlessness and detachment; Indecision (weighing both sides); Aloofness.

Remedies

Worship Vayu and Hanuman; pacify Rahu through steadiness and rooted commitments amid the urge to wander.

Who is the ruling planet (lord) of Swati nakshatra?

Swati nakshatra is ruled by Rahu in the Vimshottari dasha system.

What is the deity and symbol of Swati?

The presiding deity of Swati is Vayu (god of wind) and its symbol is Young shoot in the wind / coral.

Which rashi (zodiac sign) is Swati nakshatra in?

Swati spans Libra 6°40′–20°. Its gana is Deva, nadi Kapha, and yoni Buffalo.

What are the name-starting syllables (akshar) for Swati?

The four padas of Swati begin with the syllables Ru, Re, Ro, Ta.