Ashlesha Nakshatra – Nakshatra of Mercury

Introduction of Ashlesha Nakshatra as per Vedic Astrology

Ashlesha Nakshatra is the 9^th star in the Zodiac Nakshatra chakra. It starts from 16°40′ in the Cancer sign and lasts till 30°00′ in the Cancer sign. Mercury is the Ruling planet for Ashlesha Nakshatra. So, Ashlesha Nakshatra is governed by the planetary force of Mercury & Moon.

As per Modern astronomy, Ashlesha Nakshatra has 6 stars which are medium bright in shine. Ashlesha belonged to the constellation of Hydra which is known as Vasuki in Indian astronomy. The name of 6 stars is listed below

• Epsilon Hydrae
• Delta Hydrae
• Mu Hydrae
• Rho Hydrae
• Sigma Hydrae
• Zeta Hydrae

The shape of Ashlesha looks circular or chakra shape. Our ancient sage relays Ashlesha with the head of Vasuki (the greatest serpents).   

The word Ashlesha means a coiled Serpent God. Another meaning is Embrace or fear creating the creature. Overall, Ashesha is creating illusions of serpent or snake or naga.

Ashlesha is also known as Ahi, Bhujang, Aal Tarpha or Vasuki Mandal or Hydra.

Symbol of Ashlesha Nakshatra

Ashlesha is represented by the Coiled Serpent. Symbol is a clear cut indication of serpent energy. That’s why Ashesha has natural qualities of a snake. Just like Ashesha has a jealous & poisonous mind just like a snake. They will crocked & shy nature. A coiled serpent is rigid & more dangerous than another serpent. Serpent has secretive & creepy qualities with a clever & fraudulent attitude. Their eyes will attract you and attack you suddenly when you lose your consciousness.

Deity of Ashlesha Nakshatra

Naga Dev or Serpent God is the Deity of Ashlesha Nakshatra. Because Vedic Astronomy considers Ashlesha nakshatra under the Vasuki Taramandal. So, we can consider Vasuki Naag as Deity of Ashlesha. Vasuki Naag is considered as Naag raja of Lord shiva.

Vasuki is the King of all serpents in the universe. So, Ashlesha has the natural qualities of Naag Vasuki. Just like Naga, Ashlesha has the qualities of scales. Means they can modify any matters as per their benefits. Naga has forked tongues which indicates that Ashlesha never stands on their words or potion. They are not trustworthy regarding their commitment.

Vasuki naga is the most powerful poison which is acidic & dangerous like fire. That’s why Ashlesha may prove very dangerous. Their little bit of attack may be able to destroy the life of anyone. They are very intellectual and able to switch their shape & position according to requirements.  

Naga in Vedic culture is considered as the protector of secret wealth. That’s why Ashlesha is best for protecting any sort of secret treasure. They are very strong and hold (or take responsibility) anything better than others. That’s why Ashlesha is known for taking hardest responsibilities without any sort of worries.

Ashlesha Nakshatra Pada

• 1^st pada of Ashlesha goes to the Cancer sign and Sagittarius Navmasa. So, 1^st pada lord is Jupiter and Gana is Rakshasa. The letter of 1^st Pad is “Dhi”.
• 2^nd pada of Ashlesha goes to the Cancer sign and Capricorn Navmasa. So, 2^nd pada lord is Saturn and Gana is Dev. The letter of the 2^nd Pad is “Dhu”.
• 3^rd pada of Ashlesha goes to the Cancer sign and Aquarius Navmasa. So, 3^rd pada lord is Saturn and Gana is Dev. The letter of the 3^rd Pad is “Dhai”.
• 4^th pada of Ashlesha goes to the Cancer sign and Pisces Navmasa. So, 4^th pada lord is Jupiter and Gana is Rakshasa. The letter of 4^th Pad is “Dho”.

Ashlesha Nakshtra has Antya Nadi

Nadi of Ashlesha is Antya Nadi. Antya Nakshatra have Kapha prakriti. They have a Practical approach but an emotional touch on nature. Their bodies’ constitutions have a majority of Kaph elements. They will show some rigid attitudes with flexible ways.

So, Ashlesha can frequently suffer from Kapha dosha. They need to be careful regarding the excess consumption of foods related to Kapha Prakriti. Any planet placed in Ashlesha nakshatra will be under the influence of Kapha dosha.

Ashlesha is related to Lord Shiva and having Samhara Prakriti

Regarding Trimurti concept Ashlesha is related to Lord Mahesh. That’s why Ashlesha will be related to Samhara nakshatra. Destruction or dissolution of any work will be considered good in Samhara nakshatra. That’s why Ashlesha nakshatra will be related to ending or finishing of any acts.

A planet placed in Ashesha nakshatra will have the power of Lord Shankara. 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.   

Vedic Caste of Ashlesha is Mleccha

Mleccha or Chandal is related to outcast people, who don’t believe in traditional rituals & promoting non-traditional activity. They are opposing well-established beliefs and faith. Chandal doesn’t have any sort of morality and conduct.

Natives with Ashlesha birth moon can be getting success in the non-traditional activities. They will be a success in import & exports. The computer or modern technology, inventions, and foreign-related activity. Such people may have also been interested in illegal activities.

Nature of Ashlesha is Active

Ashlesha Nakshatra has active nature. That’s why Ashlesha has energetic behaviours. Always in working modes with the advantage of quick response. They will accelerate the significance of the planet.

Any planet placed in Ashlesha nakshatra will increase its natural significance. Particular planets will get some extra willpower to give their results.

Lochan of Ashlesha is Manda Lochan

Ashlesha has Manda Lochan. So, if any article lost with Ashlesha, then it will be got back after few days but You have to try harder to find that article.

Direction of Ashlesha is Downwards

Ashlesha has Downwards glance of Adhomukhi Dristi. Adhomukhi Nakshatra has the power to downwards energy. So, when you need to downgrade any matters then we can use Ashlesha nakshatra. You might think why we downgrade any things. But if you need the power to downgrade any matters for your own profits then we can use the secret capacity of Adhomukhi nakshatra. Such as you need to do a borewell for water then you can use Adhomukhi nakshatra. You can demotivate your enemies by using Ashlesha nakshatra.

Ashlesha has Tikshna nature

Ashlesha has Tikshna or sharp nature. Also, Tikshana nakshatra is known as Daruna or worrying nakshatra. So, they can cause the worst situations in life of the native. Ashlesha will promote quarrels or disputes.

Any person born with Ashlesha birth star has a sharp mentality. They will have cunning nature.  But such natives will be full of highly 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 behaviours. Because they are easily misguided towards unsocial activity.

Ashlesha is Gandanta Nakshatra

Any planet or astrological calculative point (such as Lagna, Mandi, Gulika etc) placed in the Gandanta zone will be giving crazy results. That’s why Ashlesha can give unexpected results. But the intensity of the results will be very fast. Gandanta zone will be an active zone for Viruses. So, Ashlesha can give virus related diseases as per their significance.

Ashlesha Moon in birth chart cause Gandmool dosha in the birth chart. So, birth during Gandanta Moon is not considered auspicious for kids & their families. In similar ways, any planet in Ashlesha will give struggles throughout life.

Some important Point about Ashlesha Nakshtra

• Gender of Ashlesha Nakshtra is Female.
• Ashlesha nakshatra is consider Brahman by caste & Rakshasa by Gana in matchmaking.
• Yoni of Ashlesha is Marjar or Cat.
• Ashlesha is considered as Sattvic by gun.
• Regarding Five elements, Ashlesha has water element.
• Ashlesha nakshatra may cause Kapha dosha.
• Colour of Ashlesha is reddish black.
• Body part related to Ashlesha nakshatra is Lungs, liver, stomach, food pipe line or gold bladder in body.
• Paya of Ashlesha is Silver or Rajat Paya. Silver Paya is considered best among all paya. Native may consider fortunate when born in Silver Paya.

Physique of Ashlesha Nakshatra

Ashlesha native has natural attractive & magnetic attraction in their physique. He may have small eyes but eyes have a natural magnetic attraction which can control anybody. His physiques have natural sex appeals for the oppositive gender and his walks zing zag just like a snake. Native has thin lips but their face is rectangular or square.

Nature & Character of Ashlesha native as per Vedic Astrology

Ashlesha is considered as one of the suspicious nakshatras regarding behaviours & characters. He may be an opportunist by nature. Such native always tries to impress you or follow you for their own profit but once their work is done then their nature may be changed. This means they are ungrateful towards other’s help.

Ashlesha has very good observing qualities. Even they have good six senses. So, they have an intuition for upcoming danger. They never trust anybody and very protective nature. Such a native believes in hiding his secret with him.

Ashlesha has an independent nature. They are aggressive and do not tolerate a little bit towards his independence or attack on his dear or near one. Such native reacts quickly in critical situations. They are shameless in their behaviors & change according to the situation.

Native having the impact of Ashlesha have a tendency to take mental stress for various regions. He has doubts on every matter and his intuitions may create cumbersome situations in his life. He has many sorts of enemies who always try to make his life harder & harder. He always feels own self insecure.

Ashlesha native seems soft outer show off but very dangerous from inner self. He may be full of jealousy. He may be shy for an unknown person. But a very good communicator and attractive personality. Even doesn’t take a minute to show your faults.

Native having an impact on Ashlesha has an Ambitious nature. He may be clever & crocked. He can know the hidden facts of any matter. That’s why they may be the best analytics. They may be the best future planer which includes all sorts of risk analysis. But on a personal level, they are not good at their own financial transactions. They may be facing fraud or cheating.

Ashlesha native has an emotional or sentimental nature. They have the psychological ability to humiliate others. His marriage life may be not smooth. His ego may be creating multiple problems in their life.

Native with Ashlesha has a habit of drinking.  Most of the time it is suggested that they need to away from any sort of drinking or drugs taking nature. Because these habits may cause serious health issues in their life.

Ashlesha has direct connected with past life karma. That’s why they are easily come under influence of negative energies. They have a natural inclination towards occults or tantra. They can easily progress in spirituality or Kundalini Jagran.  

Profession related to Ashlesha Nakshatra

• All professions related to snakes or poisons or drugs
• Petroleum industry or Chemical industry
• Psychologist, Occults, Healer, Astrology, Yoga
• Medicine or Medical fields
• Lawyer or legal sector
• Politics, Power broker
• Secret services
• Acting or Drama

Ashlesha related places

• Places related to snakes
• Secret services
• Hospitals
• Law firms or Court
• Chemical or drug dealing places
• Occults related places

Comfortabilities with Ashlesha Nakshatra as per Navtara concept

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

3rd, 5th & 7th star is considered as dangerous star. That’s why uncomfortable with Venus, Moon, Rahu ruling stars. 

2nd, 4th & 6th start is consider neutral for any stars. So, Ashlesha may be neutral for Ketu, Sun & Mars ruling stars.

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

Others important star for Ashlesha Nakshatra

• Karma star (10th star) – Jyeshtha
• Abhishek star (27th star) – Pushya
• Desh or Rajya Star (26th star) – Punarvasu
• Vainashik Tara or most dangerous star (23th star) – Rohini
• Sangjhatika Tara or Star for destruction (16th star) – Shatbhisha

Health of Ashlesha native

Ashlesha may cause below disease

• Digestion issues such as food poisoning
• Vata dosha or gastric related issues
• Breathing disorders or lungs related issues
• Insomnia or mental issues or nerves issues
• Piles type problems
• Jaundice

Muhurta in Vedic astrology for Ashlesha

Auspicious acts

• Strating any legal acts
• Planning war tactics
• Sexual activity
• Low risk jobs
• Occults or Spiritual practice

Inauspicious acts

• Any sort of auspicious rituals
• Starting new venture or jobs
• Borrow money or lending money means bad for financial transactions
• Doing business deals