Mrigashira Nakshatra मृगशीर्ष
Mrigashira, the fifth nakshatra, spans Taurus into Gemini. Ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma, its symbol is a deer's head - evoking curiosity, gentleness and the eternal search.
- Ruling Graha
- Mars
- Deity
- Soma (Chandra)
- Symbol
- Deer's head
- Gana
- Deva
- Zodiac
- 23°20' Taurus - 6°40' Gemini
- Nature
- Soft & gentle (Mridu)
Mars - the planet of energy, courage, drive and decisive action.
Soma (Chandra) - the Moon god of nectar and fertility, source of the nurturing mind.
Personality & traits
Mrigashira natives are curious, gentle and communicative seekers, perpetual explorers of ideas and places. Their restlessness can make them fickle, nervous or hard to pin down.
Career & profession
Research, travel and exploration, writing and media, sales, real estate and music - work that involves searching, movement and communication.
Favorable activities
Its soft (Mridu) nature favours pleasant, sociable activities: travel, learning, shopping, artistic pursuits and gentle celebrations.