Nakshatra

Jyeshtha Nakshatra

Jyeshtha Nakshatra

ज्येष्ठा

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Earring/Umbrella | 16°40' - 30°00' Scorpio

Quick Facts

Position

18th Nakshatra

Ruling Planet

Mercury

Deity

Indra

Symbol

Earring/Umbrella

Element

Water

Gana (Temperament)

Rakshasa

Animal Symbol

Male Hare

Sacred Tree

Pine

Key Characteristics

Jyeshtha nakshatra natives are blessed with unique qualities that shape their personality and life path:

Authority Protection Seniority Occult power

Personality Traits

Those born under Jyeshtha nakshatra (ज्येष्ठा) are influenced by Mercury as the ruling planet and Indra as the presiding deity. This combination gives them authority and protection.

The symbol of Jyeshtha is the Earring/Umbrella, which represents protection and senior authority. People with Moon in this nakshatra often display these symbolic qualities in their life approach.

What Makes Jyeshtha Special

Career Paths

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Jyeshtha nakshatra natives excel in careers that align with their natural abilities:

Administration Police Military Occult Management

The influence of Mercury gives Jyeshtha natives special aptitude for administration and police.

Compatibility

Jyeshtha nakshatra has favorable compatibility with:

Nakshatra compatibility is determined by factors including Yoni (animal symbol), Gana (temperament), and Nadi (energy channel). Jyeshtha belongs to Rakshasa Gana and has Male Hare as its Yoni.

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Remedies for Jyeshtha Nakshatra

To strengthen the positive effects of Jyeshtha nakshatra and mitigate challenges:

  • Worship Indra
  • Protect the weak
  • Wear Emerald

Padas of Jyeshtha

Each nakshatra is divided into 4 padas (quarters) of 3°20′ each:

These are sidereal zodiac ranges. Finding your birth star also requires the Moon’s position and the chosen ayanamsa.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Jyeshtha Nakshatra?

Jyeshtha (ज्येष्ठा) is the 18th nakshatra in Vedic astrology, spanning 16°40' - 30°00' Scorpio. Its ruling planet is Mercury and deity is Indra. The symbol is Earring/Umbrella.

What are the best careers for Jyeshtha Nakshatra?

People born under Jyeshtha Nakshatra excel in: Administration, Police, Military, Occult, Management. Their natural qualities of Authority, Protection, Seniority make them successful in these fields.

Which nakshatras are compatible with Jyeshtha?

Jyeshtha Nakshatra has good compatibility with: Anuradha, Mula, Vishakha. Compatibility depends on Yoni, Gana, and Nadi factors.

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