Hasta nakshatra
हस्त · 10°00′ – 23°20′ Virgo · ruled by Moon, presided over by Savitar.
Quick facts
Skilful · clever · resourceful. Values follow the classical mappings used across Kerala jyotish practice.
The four padas
Each pada is 3°20′ and corresponds to one navamsa sign. The syllable beside the pada is the traditional starting sound for a name given to a child born in that portion.
| Pada | Span | Navamsa sign | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 160°00′ – 163°20′ | Aries | Pu |
| Pada 2 | 163°20′ – 166°40′ | Aries | Sha |
| Pada 3 | 166°40′ – 170°00′ | Taurus | Na |
| Pada 4 | 170°00′ – 173°20′ | Gemini | Tha |
A Moon beyond four padas of this mansion sits in Chitra; before it, in Uttara Phalguni.
The open palm gives Hasta dexterity, wit and a natural ability to make things work. Natives are practical, humorous and quick with their hands.
Crafts, surgery, cooking, engineering, art, trade and therapy.
Nerves, hands and digestion; the mind needs regular rest.
Playful and caring, but can over-give and then feel unappreciated.
Remedies & practice
Make or repair something useful each week and donate food on Wednesdays.
Nakshatra remedies are cultural and devotional practices. They are not a substitute for medical, financial or legal advice.
Neighbouring nakshatras
