Mystical, intuitive, and penetrating. Ruled by Nagas (serpents). Deep psychology, hidden wisdom, and powerful intuition.
Nakshatra Lord
Mercury
Lucky Stone
Emerald
Lucky Color
Black Red
Dasha Years
17 years
deity
Nagas (Serpents)
symbol
Coiled Serpent
gana
Rakshasa
yoni
Cat (Female)
body part
Ears, Chin
nature
Tikshna (Sharp)
dosha
Kapha
goal
Dharma
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