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Pushya Nakshatra

Pushya Nakshatra spans Cancer 3°20 to 16°40. Its ruling (dasha) lord is Saturn and its presiding deity is Brihaspati. People born under it are caring, dependable and spiritually inclined.

NakshatraPushya

Ruling lordSaturn

DeityBrihaspati

SymbolCow's udder or flower

Zodiac spanCancer 3°20 to 16°40

GanaDeva

Personality and traits of Pushya

People born in Pushya Nakshatra are caring, dependable and spiritually inclined. The energy of Saturn and the blessing of Brihaspati shape how they think, act and relate to others. The symbol, cow's udder or flower, reflects the deeper meaning of this nakshatra.

Career and strengths

Pushya natives often do well in service, food, care work, public roles and spirituality. Their Deva (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 Pushya Nakshatra?

The ruling lord of Pushya Nakshatra is Saturn, and its presiding deity is Brihaspati.

What is the symbol of Pushya Nakshatra?

The symbol of Pushya is Cow's udder or flower, and it spans Cancer 3°20 to 16°40.

What careers suit Pushya natives?

Pushya natives often do well in service, food, care work, public roles and spirituality.

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