Ardra Nakshatra – Rahu Nakshatra

Introduction of Ardra Nakshatra as per Vedic Astrology

Ardra Nakshatra is 6^th star in Zodiac nakshatra chakra. It starts from 6°40′ in Gemini sign and lasts till 20° in Gemini sign. Rahu is the Ruling planet for Ardra Nakshatra. So, Ardra Nakshatra is governed by planetry force of Rahu & Mercury.

In modern astronomy, Ardra nakshatra is the red brightest star in the constellation of Orionis named as Betelgeuse (Alpha Orionis). Ardra nakshatra is the single star constellation.

Ardra is also name as Ardra or Ala Hanah. The Ardra star is considered as Gateway of entry to new life or Giver of life. Apart from this Ardra is consider as seed of Rahu energies. 

Symbol of Ardra Nakshatra

Ardra Nakshatra has symbol of “A Tear Drop”. The word Ardra means wet or moist one. Basically, Ardra means moisture in air. Teardrop is one of the forms of human feelings. We can associate Teardrops with all kind of Sorrows.

So, Ardra is associated with rain drops or atmosphere when all of surrounding will be covered by wet clouds and visibility will be little lows. So, Ardra is related to confusion or worries. But positive side of Ardra is freshness or clearness just like nature cleans after little rains.

Another symbol of Ardra nakshatra is diamond. Because Ardra looks like a red fiery diamond in the sky. So many astrologers symbolized it just like a diamond.

Deity of Ardra Nakshatra

Rudra is the Deity of Ardra Nakshatra. Rudra is one of the forms of Lord Shiva which is related to destruction or transformation. As per Vedic faith Ardra is naturally place for Lord Rudhra. That’s why Ardra has red & fierce looks just like Rudra.

As per Vedic faith, when Lord Brahma creative ambition in frustrated mode than Lord Rudra is born. Lord Rudra brings destruction when there is no space for new creations. So, Rudra represents clearing of all sorts of junk creations.  

That’s why Ardra nakshatra related with frustration during creativity. Overwhelming nature or interested to destruction is another attitude of Ardra. Ardra is related to perception or depth or true spiritual domain.

Ardra Nakshatra Pada

• 1^st pada of Ardra goes to the Gemini sign and Sagittarius Navmasa. So, 1^st pada lord is Jupiter and Gana is Dev. The letter of 1^st Pad is “Ku”.
• 2^nd pada of Ardra goes to the Gemini sign and Capricorn Navmasa. So, 2^nd pada lord is Saturn and Gana is Manushya. The letter of 2^nd Pad is “Gha”.
• 3^rd pada of Ardra goes to Gemini sign and Aquarius Navmasa. So, 3^rd pada lord is Saturn and Gana is Rakshasa. The letter of 3^rd Pad is “Dha”.
• 4^th pada of Ardra goes to Gemini sign and Pisces Navmasa. So, 4^th pada lord is Jupiter and Gana is Dev. The letter of 4^th Pad is “Chha”.

Nadi of Ardra Nakshatra is Adi

Ardra Nakshatra has Adi Nadi. Adi Nakshatra has prakriti of Vata. They will show a fast and fickle attitude. Vata may be a major significant of his body constitutions. Further, we know that excess of any Vata elements will cause Vata dosha in our body.

Ardra Nakshatra is related to Samhara nakshatra

Regarding Trimurti nakshatra concept Ardra is related to Lord Mahesh. Mahadev will be related to Samhara nakshatra. So, Ardra nakshatra will be blessed with lord Shiva. Destruction or dissolution of any work will be considered good in Samhara nakshatra. Samhara nakshatra will be indicating the ending or finishing of any acts.

A planet placed in Ardra nakshatra will have the power of Lord Shiva. So, that planet can use its natural significance for any sort of destructive or dissolving activity. The planet will cause loss, discontinuity or end of any events.

Caste of Ardra nakshatra is Butter

Ardra nakshatra has Butter or Ugra by caste. So as per name Ardra nakshatra has high aggressions and short tempers. They will be easily and quickly reacting to any matter without thinking. We can assume that they are ready to attack mode in any matter. They are highly energetic in nature. Such people may easily harm others without worries.

Native with Ugra Nakshatra can be getting success in aggressive or energetic acts. Such people can be a success in campion managers. Aggressive promotions, frontend fighting, destructive acts, frontend army, legal battles with others, argumentative acts etc.

Nature of Ardra is Balance

Ardra nakshatra has Balance nature. Balance nakshatra has a balanced attitude toward any matters. They will try to balance their output as per situations. Generally, Ardra tries to balance the output of the planet with their natural wisdom.

Any planet placed in Ardra nakshatra will give results in balanced ways. They are not suddenly active their results. But try to make a simple and balanced condition before giving their results.

Ardra Nakshatra is Urdhavmukhi by direction

Direction of Ardra nakshatra is Urdhavmukhi or Upwards. Urdhavmukhi Nakshatra will be blessed with the power of uplifting or growth. So, Ardra nakshatra will be considered good for growth. Blessings of Urdhavmukhi nakshatra can bring continuous success in our life. Ardra nakshatra motivates us toward climbing in our life.

Any planet placed in Ardra nakshatra has a desire to uplift its natural significance. So, natural malefic will become more malefic and natural benefits will be considered more beneficial. Plus, results of the planet placed in Ardra star will stronger day by day (either good or bad depending on their quality.)

Ardra nakshatra has Sharp or Tikshna or Daruna nakshatra

Asper name Ardra has sharp nature and creating worrying situation. So, Ardra can cause the worst situations in life of the native & promote quarrels or disputes. Daruna Nakshatra causes hardship in life.

Any person born with Ardra birth star has a sharp mentality. They will have cunning nature.  But such natives will be full of high intense energy. They need to utilize their power in the proper directions. Otherwise creating problems for own self and others.  Such a native’s life will be full of challenges and pressures. We need to be careful regarding their behaviors. Because they are easily misguided towards unsocial activity.

Any planet placed in Ardra nakshatra will give a harsh impact during dasha or antardasha. The natural malefic planet in Ardra nakshatra will be considered more malefic regarding results. Even Marak planet in Ardra nakshatra will consider more dangerous.

Some Important Astrological Point of Ardra Nakshatra

• Ardra Nakshatra is considered female nakshatra. So, Ardra nakshatra has female qualities.
• Lochan of Ardra is Madhya Lochan. As per classical references, any stolen objects during Madhya lochan star are not getting back. But he may get news about stolen objects after a long time.  
• In matchmaking Ardra is Manushya or Manav Gana.
• In matchmaking Ardra star has Swan (Dog) yoni.
• Ardra Star has Tamas Guna.
• Regarding five elements, Ardra star has water element.
• Ardra Nakshtra may cause Vata dosha.
• Color of Ardra is Green.
• Ardra is considered as Goddess of fortune.
• Body parts related to Ardra is neck, throat, eyes, neurological parts of brains & ears.
• Ardra nakshatra has silver paya which is the best paya among all others.

Physique of Ardra native

Ardra native has elevated nose with suspicious looks. Their face has expressive attitude. Ardra has tall height & attractive personality.

Nature & character of Ardra Nakshatra

Ardra has some emotional qualities. He shows sensitive attitude towards any matters. His mind may be full with contradictory thoughts. Most of the time they show fickle attitude. They have active nature and same time very reactive towards any activities.

Some time Ardra will show confused nature. Even his nature & character seems suspicious. Mostly they have some mysterious attitude. No one can easily guess their upcoming moves or steps.

Ardra native may be blessed with power of transformations. Their ideas or steps may bring some positive changes in our life. Such people may be research oriented by nature & they can crack any sorts of mystery.

Nature of Ardra is very impulsive. So, they have revenge taking attitude. They never forgot their enemies. Apart from this, Ardra is very aggressive approach towards any matters. Even they don’t trust any body easily.

Ardra native has very good logical abilities. They are natural criticizer. He has knowledge of various subjects & matters. Even he may be interested in gaining knowledge from various sources.

People having Ardra star may be good communicator. They have diplomatic attitude. But don’t ready to tolerate own insults in any how. He is very sensitive towards own self-respect.

Ardra people may be facing various sorts of obstacles & challenges in their life. They are not disclosing their problems with anyone. That’s why they seem introverted by nature. But same time they are optimistic by nature.

People of Ardra have some spiritual or meditation inclinations. They may be devotee of shiva. Such people do meditation for internal peace in his life. They have power to explore inner truth of spiritual world.

Ardra has dedicated nature towards their goal & achievements. They are hardworking attitude. But due to their mission impossible their achievement takes times and cause frustrations.  

Sometimes they will be creating fear and trap for own self. Their helping nature and kind attitude may cause own blaming or allegations. Even their suspicious attitude may cause trap of own imaginations. 

Profession related to Ardra Nakshtra

• Transport department, Railways, Post office
• Sells, Trade & commerce, Trading
• Water related jobs, agriculture jobs, Shipping, Drinks and beverages
• Insurances, financial jobs, call center or communication related jobs
• Atomic research, chemical related jobs, pharma, medicine
• Research works, Data analysis
• Energy departments, electric or electronic jobs
• Computer & cloud based jobs, VFX designer, Media & advertisements
• Weapons or destructive jobs, Radiologist
• Occults, astrologer, psychiatric, neurological experts

Places related to Ardra Nakshatra

High technology places, Scientific laboratories, Medicine laboratories, Buttcher houses, places of high altitude where thunderstorms etc happened, telecommunication or radar or signals related places, temple of lord shiva, weapons or military houses,

Comfortabilities with Ardra Nakshatra as per Navtara concept

As we know the 8th & 9th star is considered as friend & best friend in Navtara Concept. Ardra Nakshatra belongs to Rahu. So, best comfortable with Star with nakshatra of Moon & Mars. Same time also comfortable with other Rahu stars.

3rd, 5th & 7th star is considered as dangerous star. That’s why uncomfortable with Saturn, Ketu, Sun ruling stars. 

2nd, 4th & 6th start is consider neutral for any stars. So, Ardra may be neutral for Jupiter, Mercury & Venus ruling stars.

• Best comfortable Star – Rohani, Mrighshira, Adra, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Sravana, Dhanista, Shatbhisha,
• Neutral Star- Bharani, Punarvasu, Ashlesha, Purva Phalguni, Vishakha, Jyestha, Purva Ashada, Purva Bhadra, Revati
• Uncomfortable Star – Ashwani, Kritika, Pushya, Magha, Uttar Phalguni, Anuradha, Moola, Uttara Ashada, Uttara Bhadra

Others important star for Ardra Nakshatra

• Karma star (10th star) – Swati
• Abhishek star (27th star) – Mrigashira
• Desh or Rajya Star (26th star) – Rohini
• Vainashik Tara or most dangerous star (23th star) – Ashwani
• Sangjhatika Tara or Star for destruction (16th star) – Uttara Ashada   

Health of Ardra native

Ardra native may be frequently suffering from below disease

• Breathing related issues such as sinus related problems
• Neck related issues
• Throat infections
• Ear problems
• Neurological or brain related issues
• Fungal infections

Muhurta astrology for Ardra Nakshatra

Auspicious activities

• Destructive activities such as demolition of old buildings
• Research activities
• Kali or Rudra pujan or ugra devta pujan

Inauspicious activities

• Not consider good for any sort of auspicious activities just like marriage or other rituals
• Travel or all other activities