In the series of Nakshatras, the seventeenth nakshatra is Anuradha. Detailed information on the Nakshatra, its characteristics, gender, gana, and all the details is given below:
Anuradha Nakshatra ranges from 3 degrees and 20 minutes to 16 degrees and 40 minutes in Vrischika rasi. The presiding deity for Anuradha nakshatra is God Mitra. Anuradha nakshatra symbol is a Gateway or a Lotus. The planetary ruler is Saturn
Anuradha Nakshatra:
Anuradha comes from the Sanskrit word Anu means "Another", or “After/following” and Radha means “Goddess of prosperity”. Anuradha means the one after prosperity or good fortune. This indicates success in life, happy along with good qualities.
The symbol is Gateway or Lotus. This indicates a new life, at some point in life every person would like to change and wait for some such opportunity. This Gateway/archway indicates that the natives will work hard to steer a new path in their lives when required. The Lotus represents beauty and the ability to rise up during bad circumstances.
The presiding deity is Mitra. Mitra is one of the 12 Adityas (Vedic Solar deities) is the God of friendship and partnerships. Mitra is associated with honesty, integrity, justice, harmony, and forging relationships.
The planetary ruler is Saturn. Saturn is associated with hard work, discipline, philosophy, and karmic nature.
Characteristics:
Anuradha nakshatra natives are wise and philosophical. They are very adjustable and can adjust to any circumstance. They give importance to strong relationships and are very loyal and honest. Anuradha nakshatra natives will have a strong desire to acquire knowledge, spiritual growth, and mysticism. They are very dedicated and determined in pursuing their goals, and will try to overcome any challenges or setbacks. They will have an interest in occult sciences and will be very intuitive. They will like to acquire knowledge on various topics and will be avid collectors of books. They love food and would like to enjoy it with intimate gatherings/family rather than throwing lavish parties.
Anuradha nakshatra natives will have a strong sense of power and will have difficulty in containing their jealousy. Because of the desire for power, they try to be overbearing, possessive, and controlling. They have a strong sense of financial security and if the balance is gone they will have difficulty handling the situation. They are secretive and isolate themselves many a time. They are very emotional, needy, and rigid
Physical characteristics:
Anuradha nakshatra natives will be very pleasing along with charming personality. They have expressive eyes. Male will usually be tall and mostly stand out in the crowd. Both male and female will have well-proportioned body. They will have slender neck.
Padas of Anuradha Nakshatra:
1st pada or Simha navamsa: When the native is born in Anuradha nakshatra, between 3 degrees 20 minutes to 6 degrees and 40 minutes in Vrischika rasi, they are in the first pada of Anuradha Nakshatra. The first pada is ruled by Sun(Ravi). Those born in the first pada will be assertive, with energy and passion. They will be determined, and ambitious and will put in all the effort to accomplish things. They will have good leadership qualities and, hence will take the initiative to handle things head on. This also gives a sense of the need of power and may result in jealousy and restlessness as well.
2nd pada or Kanya navamsa - When the native is born in Anuradha nakshatra, between 6 degrees 40 minutes to 10 degrees in Vrischika Rasi, they are in the second pada of Anuradha nakshatra. The second pada is ruled by Mercury(Budha). Those born in the second pada of Anuradha nakshatra will be very people person. They will be good at networking. These people will give importance to family relationships. They will be good businessmen. On the flip side, they will be manipulative or selfish at times.
3rd pada or Tula Navamsa - When the native is born in Anuradha nakshatra, between 10 degrees to 13 degrees and 20 minutes of Vrischika Rasi they are in the third pada of Anuradha nakshatra. The third pada is ruled by Venus(Shukra). Those born in the third pada will be very artistic in nature with a great sense of aesthetics. They will be very pleasant, charming, and approachable in nature. They will do well in the areas of creative jobs. They prefer beautiful surroundings and good food. They give importance to marriage and family relationships.
4th pada or Vrischika Navamsa - When the native is born in Anuradha nakshatra between 13 degrees 20 minutes to 16 degrees to 40 minutes in Vrischika Navamsa, they are in the fourth pada of Anuradha nakshatra. The fourth pada is ruled by Mars(Kuja). Those born in the fourth pada will be mysterious and intuitive people. They will have a strong drive to accomplish things. This pada natives also will give great importance to family, siblings as well as the community. One can find the best researchers, healers, counselors and astrologers from this pada. They will not like others suggestions or interference in their work.
Auspicious activities:
The below are auspicious events that can be performed in Anuradha nakshatra.
- New business,
- Performing spiritual activities
- Initiating Legal matters
- Travel
- Laying foundation stones
- Construction of temples and sacred places
- Starting any secret activities
- Starting studies
- Financial tasks
Professions suitable:
Professions suitable for Anuradha nakshatra natives are
- Management positions
- Politics
- Law
- Business
- Astrologers
- Healer
- Counselor
- Artists/musicians
- Diplomats/foreign embassy
Health:
Primary body parts represented by Anuradha nakshatra are breast, womb, stomach, & bowels.
Ailments related to Anuradha nakshatra are:
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Renal
- Hemorrhoids
- Indigestion
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Urinary tract infections
- Breast ailments
- Weak lungs
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Spectrum disorders
- Waste product movement in the body
Other information:
Gana Deva
Colour Reddish Brown
Planet Lord Saturn
Guna Tamasic
Nadi Pitta
Gender Male
Nature Mrudu
Element Fire
Direction South
Varna Shudra
Animal Female deer
Bird Nightingale
Tree Vakula, Bakula, Naga kesar
Syllables Naa, Nee, Nuu, Nay
Mythology #1
Anuradha Nakshatra is all about “Devotion” or “Bhakti”. Usually, the unconditional love of Radha for Sri Krishna is related to this nakshatra.
Another saint Meera who is a poet and singer had a deep love for Krishna. This tells how love transforms into devotion, which leads to self-realization. Meera’s love grew so deep that Krishna became so significant she started calling him God. The feeling that Krishna is there, the total feeling of love, total surrender, this losing oneself into one who may or may not be, is the total transformation. This makes one purified.
Mythology #2
Radha is the beloved of Lord Krishna. Due to circumstances more than lovers, they were friends and were deeply attached. Again this also indicates surrender and pure love leads to great devotion and self-realization. In this case, both the symbol Lotus and deity Mitra indicate the pure love and friendship in their relationship.
