The 27 Nakshatras in Vedic Astrology

There are 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. A person’s birth nakshatra is the main indicator of personality along with their Moon sign. Understanding the strengths, weaknesses, ruling planets and deities associated with each Nakshatra can provide valuable insights into an individual's personality and behavior patterns. 

Here is a brief summary of 27 Nakshatras:

1. Ashwini:
Strengths: Energetic, enthusiastic, adventurous, and quick learners.
Weaknesses: Impatient, impulsive, and sometimes prone to accidents.
Ruling Planet: Ketu
Deity: Ashwini Kumaras (Divine Horse-headed Twins)

2. Bharani:
Strengths: Determined, creative, responsible, and good leaders.
Weaknesses: Possessive, stubborn, and may struggle with letting go of the past.
Ruling Planet: Shukra
Deity: Yama (God of Death)

3. Krittika:
Strengths: Ambitious, courageous, focused, and have a strong sense of justice.
Weaknesses: Can be critical, stubborn, and aggressive at times.

Ruling Planet: Surya
Deity: Agni (God of Fire)

4. Rohini:
Strengths: Artistic, caring, nurturing, and possess a strong willpower.
Weaknesses: Possessive, materialistic, and may find it hard to handle criticism.

Ruling Planet: Chandra
Deity: Brahma (The Creator)

5. Mrigashira:
Strengths: Intelligent, curious, adaptable, and good communicators.
Weaknesses: Moody, indecisive, and may struggle with commitment.

Ruling Planet: Mangal
Deity: Soma (Moon God)

6. Ardra:
Strengths: Analytical, expressive, philosophical, and have a strong sense of purpose.
Weaknesses: Tendency to be restless, argumentative, and prone to mood swings.

Ruling Planet: Rahu
Deity: Rudra

7. Punarvasu:
Strengths: Compassionate, adaptable, spiritual, and possess good communication skills.
Weaknesses: Moody, indecisive, and may have a fear of change.

Ruling Planet: Guru
Deity: Aditi (The Cosmic Mother)

8. Pushya:
Strengths: Nurturing, protective, disciplined, and have strong family values.
Weaknesses: Over-sensitive, possessive, and may struggle with making decisions.

Ruling Planet: Shani
Deity: Brihaspati (Guru)

9. Ashlesha:
Strengths: Intuitive, resourceful, determined, and have strong leadership qualities.
Weaknesses: Manipulative, secretive, and may struggle with trust issues.

Ruling Planet: Budh
Deity: Sarpa (Serpent God)

10. Magha:
Strengths: Proud, confident, authoritative, and have a strong sense of tradition.
Weaknesses: Dominating, egotistical, and may struggle with arrogance.

Ruling Planet: Ketu
Deity: Daksha or Pitris (Ancestral Spirits)

11. Purvaphalguni:

Strengths: Charismatic, artistic, generous, and have a caring nature.

Weaknesses: Self-centered, lazy, and may have a tendency to indulge in excesses.

Ruling Planet: Shukra

Deity: Bhaga (God of Happiness and Prosperity)

12. Uttaraphalguni:
Strengths: Responsible, practical, loyal, and have strong organizational skills.
Weaknesses: Critical, perfectionist, and may have difficulties expressing emotions.

Ruling Planet: Surya
Deity: Aryaman (God of Contracts and Unions)

13. Hasta:
Strengths: Skilled, detail-oriented, adaptable, and possess good communication abilities.
Weaknesses: Anxious, indecisive, and may struggle with trust issues.

Ruling Planet: Chandra
Deity: Surya

14. Chitra:
Strengths: Creative, diplomatic, ambitious, and have a strong sense of aesthetics.
Weaknesses: Self-centered, indecisive, and may have difficulties maintaining relationships.

Ruling Planet: Mangal
Deity: Lord Vishvakarma

15. Swati:
Strengths: Balanced, intelligent, independent, and have good decision-making skills.
Weaknesses: Moody, restless, and may have a fear of commitment.

Ruling Planet: Rahu
Deity: Vayu (Wind God)

16. Vishakha:
Strengths: Energetic, persuasive, determined, and possess good leadership qualities.
Weaknesses: Impatient, controlling, and may struggle with authority issues.

Ruling Planet: Guru
Deity: Lord Indra

17. Anuradha:
Strengths: Focused, disciplined, caring, and possess strong analytical abilities.
Weaknesses: Stubborn, possessive, and may have difficulties letting go of the past.

Ruling Planet: Shani
Deity: Mitra (Surya)

18. Jyeshtha:
Strengths: Courageous, intuitive, ambitious, and have strong problem-solving skills.
Weaknesses: Dominating, jealous, and may struggle with anger management.

Ruling Planet: Budh
Deity: Lord Indra

19. Mula:
Strengths: Independent, resourceful, philosophical, and possess good organizational skills.
Weaknesses: Impatient, arrogant, and may have a tendency to blame others.

Ruling Planet: Ketu
Deity: Nirriti

20. Purvashadha:
Strengths: Optimistic, determined, adventurous, and possess good leadership qualities.
Weaknesses: Impulsive, argumentative, and may struggle with authority issues.

Ruling Planet: Shukra
Deity: Apah (God of Water)

21. Uttarashadha:
Strengths: Focused, disciplined, responsible, and have strong decision-making skills.
Weaknesses: Overcritical, reserved, and may struggle with emotional expression.

Ruling Planet: Surya
Deity: Vishvadevas

22. Shravan:
Strengths: Intelligent, wise, patient, and have good communication abilities.
Weaknesses: Pessimistic, secretive, and may have difficulties in relationships.

Ruling Planet: Chandra
Deity: Lord Vishnu

23. Dhanishta:
Strengths: Confident, ambitious, skilled, and possess good organizational abilities.
Weaknesses: Stubborn, detached, and may have difficulties expressing emotions.

Ruling Planet: Mangal
Deity: Vasus (Eight Elemental Gods)

24. Shatabhisha:
Strengths: Analytical, intuitive, independent, and possess good problem-solving skills.
Weaknesses: Aloof, unpredictable, and may have a fear of commitment.

Ruling Planet: Rahu
Deity: Varun (God of Cosmic Waters)

25. Purva Bhadrapada:
Strengths: Spiritual, compassionate, creative, and have a strong sense of justice.
Weaknesses: Over-emotional, moody, and may struggle with pessimism.

Ruling Planet: Guru
Deity: Lord Shiva

26. Uttara Bhadrapada:
Strengths: Intuitive, caring, disciplined, and possess good leadership qualities.
Weaknesses: Over-sensitive, indecisive, and may have difficulties with self-expression.

Ruling Planet: Shani
Deity: Ananta

27. Revati:
Strengths: Empathetic, imaginative, adaptable, and have a strong sense of purpose.
Weaknesses: Overly trusting, escapist, and may struggle with setting boundaries.

Ruling Planet: Budh
Deity: Surya