Astrology Lexicon / nakshatra
Ardra
Overview
Ardra is nakshatra number 6 of the 27 lunar mansions, ruled by Rahu.
- • Ruling planet: Rahu, which sets the starting dasha for people born with the Moon here.
- • Presiding deity: Rudra, the storm form of Shiva.
- • Symbol: a teardrop.
Traditional practices
- • Worship of Rudra is traditionally associated with this nakshatra.
These are traditional religious practices, not guaranteed outcomes. Astrological interpretation varies between traditions.
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