Aquarius (Kumbha)

AirFixedMasculine

The Water Bearer symbolizes the pouring of knowledge, humanitarian service, collective consciousness, and the bridge to future evolution.

Overview

ElementAir
QualityFixed
PolarityMasculine
Ruling PlanetSaturn (Shani)
Date RangeJan 20 - Feb 18
NatureFixed (Sthira)
GunaTamas
CasteShudra
DirectionWest

Traits & Nature

Positive Traits

ProgressiveHumanitarianOriginalIndependentIntellectualInventiveAltruisticUnconventionalIdealistic

Challenging Traits

DetachedRebelliousUnpredictableAloofStubbornImpracticalEmotionally distant

Physical Attributes

Body TypeTall, well-formed
ComplexionFair
StatureTall
Body PartsCalves, Ankles, Circulatory system

Nakshatras in this Sign

Medical Astrology

Body PartsCalves, Ankles, Shins, Circulatory system, Electricity in body
Common AilmentsVaricose veins, Ankle injuries, Circulation problems, Nervous disorders, Electrical imbalances
Ayurvedic DoshaVata
Healing ApproachesCirculation support, Ankle care, Electrical balance, Community healing, Innovation in health

Compatibility

Gemstone & Remedies

GemstoneBlue Sapphire (Neelam)
Alternative GemstonesAmethyst, Aquamarine
Wearing DaySaturday
Wearing FingerMiddle finger
ColorElectric blue
Alternative ColorsTurquoise, Neon colors, Unique shades

Mythology & Deity

DeityShani (Saturn)
Associated DeitiesVaruna, Indra, Universal consciousness

Mantras & Sounds

Beeja MantraOm Pram Preem Proum Sah Shanaischaraya Namah
Gayatri MantraOm Kakadwajaaya Vidmahe Khadga Hastaaya Dheemahi Tanno Mandah Prachodayat
Simple MantraOm Shanaischaraya Namaha

Mythology

Story

Aquarius represents Varuna pouring cosmic waters of knowledge upon humanity. It embodies the Aquarian Age of collective awakening and humanitarian progress.

Symbolism

The Water Bearer symbolizes the pouring of knowledge, humanitarian service, collective consciousness, and the bridge to future evolution.

Life Lesson

To serve humanity without losing individuality, innovate with wisdom, and balance detachment with compassion.

Muhurta (Auspicious Timing)

Favorable

Group activitiesHumanitarian workTechnologyInnovationNetworkingSocial reform

Unfavorable

Traditional ceremoniesEmotional intimacyConvention-based activities

Suitable Vocations

ScienceTechnologyAstrologySocial workAviationElectronicsInnovationHumanitarian work