Vishakha · nakshatra 16 of 27
Vishakha Nakshatra
Vishakha is the sixteenth nakshatra, extending from Libra into Scorpio under Jupiter’s rulership. Indra-Agni presides over it, and a triumphal archway is its symbol. Vishakha is associated with ambition, determination and sustained movement towards a goal. People with the Moon here are often patient, driven and capable of significant achievement.
- Ruling planet
- Jupiter
- Symbol
- Triumphal archway
- Presiding deity
- Indra-Agni
- Zodiac span
- 20°00′ Libra – 3°20′ Scorpio
- Gana
- Rakshasa (intense)
Vishakha personality traits
- Goal-oriented and ambitious
- Determined and patient
- Focused and competitive
- Achievement-driven
Strengths
Vishakha can hold its attention on a goal and work patiently towards it. That persistence often produces hard-won, substantial results.
Growth areas
Single-minded ambition can bring impatience or envy. Remembering to value the process keeps the drive in proportion.
FAQ
Which planet rules Vishakha nakshatra?
Jupiter is the ruling planet (Vimshottari dasha lord) of Vishakha, which spans 20°00′ Libra – 3°20′ Scorpio.
What are the symbol and deity of Vishakha?
The symbol of Vishakha is the triumphal archway, and its presiding deity is Indra-Agni.
How do I know if Vishakha is my nakshatra?
Your nakshatra is the one the Moon occupied at your birth. Open the free Vedic snapshot, enter your birth details, and it shows your Moon nakshatra instantly.