Vishakha nakshatra (Libra 20° – Scorpio 3°20′) is ruled by Jupiter, with Indra-Agni (power & fire) as its presiding deity and triumphal archway / potter's wheel as its symbol. Vishakha, 'the forked' or star of purpose, is ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Indra-Agni — power joined with fire. It is the nakshatra of determined, goal-driven ambition. Natives are focused, persistent and competitive, willing to wait and work single-mindedly for a cherished aim; they cross the finishing line through sheer resolve.
Vishakha, 'the forked' or star of purpose, is ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Indra-Agni — power joined with fire. It is the nakshatra of determined, goal-driven ambition. Natives are focused, persistent and competitive, willing to wait and work single-mindedly for a cherished aim; they cross the finishing line through sheer resolve.
Leadership, research and academia, politics, religion, sales and competitive business, sport — any arena that rewards relentless, goal-directed ambition.
Ardent and devoted, Vishakha natives pursue love with the same determination they bring to goals, and can be possessive or impatient. With a shared purpose and patience, they form powerful, committed unions.
Determination and focus; Ambition and persistence; Faith and willpower.
Impatience and frustration; Jealousy and possessiveness; Over-ambition.
Worship Indra and Agni and strengthen Jupiter; pair ambition with patience and devotion to a higher purpose.
Vishakha nakshatra is ruled by Jupiter in the Vimshottari dasha system.
The presiding deity of Vishakha is Indra-Agni (power & fire) and its symbol is Triumphal archway / potter's wheel.
Vishakha spans Libra 20° – Scorpio 3°20′. Its gana is Rakshasa, nadi Pitta, and yoni Tiger.
The four padas of Vishakha begin with the syllables Ti, Tu, Te, To.