Astrology Lexicon / nakshatra

Dhanishta

Overview

Dhanishta is nakshatra number 23 of the 27 lunar mansions, ruled by Mars.

  • • Ruling planet: Mars, which sets the starting dasha for people born with the Moon here.
  • • Presiding deity: the Vasus.
  • • Symbol: a drum.

Traditional practices

  • • Worship of the Vasus is traditionally associated with this nakshatra.

These are traditional religious practices, not guaranteed outcomes. Astrological interpretation varies between traditions.

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