Purva Ashadha (पूर्वाषाढ़ा / पूर्वाषाढ़ा)
Deity: Apas • Water
Overview
| Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Gana | Manushya |
| Element | Air |
| Guna | Rajas |
| Gender | Feminine |
| Caste | Brahmin |
| Purushartha | Moksha |
| Animal Symbol | Monkey |
| Quality | Invincibility, victory |
Astronomical Span
| Degree Range | 13.333333° — 26.666666° |
| Rashi | Sagittarius |
Four Padas (Quarters)
| Pada | Degree Range | Rashi | Ruling Planet | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13.333333° — 16.666666° | Sagittarius | Jupiter | Bhu |
| 2 | 16.666666° — 20° | Sagittarius | Jupiter | Dha |
| 3 | 20° — 23.333333° | Sagittarius | Jupiter | Pha |
| 4 | 23.333333° — 26.666666° | Sagittarius | Jupiter | Dha |
Traits & Nature
Positive Traits
Challenging Traits
Mythology & Deity
| Deity | Apas |
| Associated | Water |
Story
Represents invincibility and victory, purifying waters
Symbolism
Victory, invincibility, purification
Spiritual Lesson
Achieve victory through purity
Domain Effects
Invincibility, purification, victory. Can't be conquered. Excellent for battles and purification but fierce.
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Classical Reference
Purva Ashadha is invincible and unconquerable. Apas grants purification and victory. Excellent for battles and cleansing. - Brihat Samhita
Modern Application
Perfect for competitive situations, negotiations, purification ceremonies, taking unconquerable positions, fierce battles.
Muhurta (Auspicious Timing)
Favorable Activities
Unfavorable Activities
Excellent for victory
Mantras & Sounds
| Beeja Mantra | Om Adbhyah Namah |
| Simple Mantra | Om Purva Ashadhaya Namaha |
| Mantra Count | 108 |
Syllables
Body & Health
| Body Parts | Thighs, Hips |
| Common Ailments | Thigh, Hip |
Compatibility
Colors
Black
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Alternatives: Dark
Suitable Vocations
Special Notes
- Victory nakshatra
- Invincible