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Jyeshtha Nakshatra

Jyeshtha Nakshatra spans Scorpio 16°40 to 30°. Its ruling (dasha) lord is Mercury and its presiding deity is Indra. People born under it are protective, responsible, senior minded and brave.

NakshatraJyeshtha

Ruling lordMercury

DeityIndra

SymbolEarring or umbrella

Zodiac spanScorpio 16°40 to 30°

GanaRakshasa

Personality and traits of Jyeshtha

People born in Jyeshtha Nakshatra are protective, responsible, senior minded and brave. The energy of Mercury and the blessing of Indra shape how they think, act and relate to others. The symbol, earring or umbrella, reflects the deeper meaning of this nakshatra.

Career and strengths

Jyeshtha natives often do well in administration, military, management and protective roles. Their Rakshasa (temperament) nature influences how they work with others and handle challenges.

Your janma nakshatra is decided by the exact position of the Moon at your birth, which needs your precise birth time. The same nakshatra can express very differently depending on its pada (quarter) and the rest of your chart.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the lord of Jyeshtha Nakshatra?

The ruling lord of Jyeshtha Nakshatra is Mercury, and its presiding deity is Indra.

What is the symbol of Jyeshtha Nakshatra?

The symbol of Jyeshtha is Earring or umbrella, and it spans Scorpio 16°40 to 30°.

What careers suit Jyeshtha natives?

Jyeshtha natives often do well in administration, military, management and protective roles.

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