NAKSHATRA 6 OF 27 · MITHUNA RASHI

Ardra Nakshatra

The sixth star of the zodiac. The star of storms, effort and a sharp mind.

RULING PLANET

Rahu

PRESIDING DEITY

Rudra

SYMBOL

Teardrop

ZODIAC SPAN

6°40′ – 20°00′ Gemini

ABOUT ARDRA

Ardra is the sixth of the 27 Nakshatras and falls in Gemini (Mithuna), from 6°40′ to 20°00′. It is an excellent star that reflects brilliant mental abilities. Its presiding deity is Rudra, the Lord of Storms, and its ruling planet is Rahu, which gives the nakshatra its sharp, fierce activity.

Ardra shines like a diamond in the sky and appears as a teardrop. The teardrop is also its symbol and stands for overcoming suffering. Its power is Yatna Shakti, the power to make gains in life through greater effort.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Those born under Ardra take up any work in a responsible manner. In public gatherings they create a light, humorous atmosphere and draw everyone towards them. They are determined, with a strong sense of intuitive perception, and their friendly nature brings them many friends and admirers.

They are sharp, systematic and scientific, which makes them very rational. They can acquire knowledge of almost any subject and are likely to do very well in business.

STRENGTHS

They are highly sincere in their work. In times of hardship, mental or financial, they stay cool and hold their head high, and they behave in a respectable and attractive manner. They have an excellent memory, speak eloquently, and are shrewd, clever and masters of calculated risks.

CHALLENGES

The influence of Rahu can make Ardra natives confusing personalities who believe they are always right, and it can make them aggressive and short tempered. They can be argumentative, blunt and sarcastic, and may nurture negative thoughts. They are excitable, unstable and proud, and often meet difficulties in life.

They tend to find fault with others, and family life is not always harmonious, especially when they differ with their partners. Varahamihira also speaks of pride and ingratitude in the natives of this star.

CAREER

Electricians, electrical and sound engineers, software developers, technicians, musicians and electronic music experts, weapon experts, linguists, photographers, computer game designers, virtual reality and 3D experts, mathematicians, researchers, physicists, sci-fi writers, surgeons, homeopaths and doctors, sportspeople, psychotherapists and psychoanalysts, chemical and fertilizer experts, analysts and X-ray specialists.

HEALTH

Those with the Moon in Ardra may be prone to paralysis, heart and dental problems, asthma, a dry cough and hearing problems, so they should look after their health with care.

REMEDY FOR ARDRA NATIVES

Regular prayers to Lord Shiva, along with mantra chanting and meditation, bring beneficial results to those born under Ardra.

Chant the root mantra “Om Aeem” 108 times when the Moon transits Ardra. This is believed to ease afflictions.