In the series of Nakshatras, the eighteenth nakshatra is Jyeshta. Detailed information on the Nakshatra, its characteristics, gender, gana, and all the details is given below:
Jyeshta Nakshatra ranges from 16 degrees and 40 minutes to 30 degrees in Vrischika rasi. The presiding deity for Jyeshta Nakshatra is Lord Indra. Jyeshta nakshatra symbol is an umbrella. The planetary ruler is Mercury.
Jyeshta Nakshatra:
Jyeshta comes from the Sanskrit word that means "eldest", or “senior most” Goddess Lakshmi’s shadow “Alakshmi”. This nakshatra is known to be the eldest of all the 27 nakshatras. This nakshatra refers to the eldest in the family hierarchy or social order.
The symbol is an Umbrella or circular amulet representing the Sudarshana chakra of Lord Vishnu. This indicates that the Jyeshta natives will have divine protection. This symbolizes protection and status. This indicates the nature of Jyestha in helping people who are in need. This also indicates the need for them to be above all with the upper hand.
The presiding deity is Lord Indra. He is the king of the heavens. The word Indra comes from indriyas the “sense organs”. Indra teaches us the path to perfection and reach self-control by controlling our desires and senses. He also teaches us how to take every challenge as an opportunity to grow.
The planetary ruler is Mercury. Planet Mercury indicates intellectual abilities, with sharp wit and fast decision-making. This gives a young and youthful look as well.
Characteristics:
Jyeshta Nakshatra natives are hardworking, focused, and efficient. They change their jobs frequently. They will be skillful and quick-witted. They like to have in depth knowledge about any topic. They like to help others but will even expect recognition for whatever they do. They generally do not take any advice from others and will be very rigid and stubborn in their thoughts and actions. They will have a deep interest in Occult and deep intricate paths which others do not like to delve into. They are short-tempered and will not be able to control their anger or emotions, thus inviting trouble. They will be highly passionate and even jealous. Thus jealousness can be seen mostly in female natives of this nakshatra. They tend to take spot decisions which may place them in tricky positions most of the time. They tend to go above board easily with alcohol etc. They will be passionate and may have multiple relationships.
Physical characteristics:
Jyeshta nakshatra natives will be very strong physically. They will have attractive faces. They will have a muscular body with long arms. They will have average height, short and curly hair with broad faces. They will have some defect in the teeth like either discoloration, gap in teeth or bulging of them.
Padas of Jyeshta Nakshatra:
1st pada or Dhanur navamsa: When the native is born in Jyeshta nakshatra, between 16 degrees 40 minutes to 20 degrees in Vrischika rasi, they are in the first pada of Jyeshta Nakshatra. The first pada is ruled by Jupiter (guru). Those born in the first pada will give great importance to learning and gaining higher knowledge. They will be family people and will give a lot of importance to family matters. They will go to great lengths for family happiness. They will work for the cause and will spearhead people towards it. Their family and friend will seek their advice. They will be slightly lazy or will take up work at the last minute. They will expect others to follow whatever they say.
2nd pada or Makara navamsa - When the native is born in Jyeshta nakshatra, between 20 degrees to 23 degrees 20 minutes in Vrischika Rasi, they are in the second pada of Jyeshta nakshatra. The second pada is ruled by Saturn(Shani). Those born in the second pada of Jyeshta nakshatra will take up works or challenges others refrain to take. They take their responsibility and leadership very seriously. They will be justice-loving people and will strongly stand by it at any circumstance. They will be hard-working, righteous and selfish as well. They will give importance to material success in life. They will be very strict even with family members.
3rd pada or Kumbha Navamsa - When the native is born in Jyeshta nakshatra, between 23 degrees 20 minutes to 26 degrees 40 minutes of Vrischika Rasi they are in the third pada of Jyeshta nakshatra. The third pada is ruled by Saturn (Shani). Those born in the third pada will be knowledgeable. They also carry the strong justice-loving nature of Pada 2 people. They will have an interest in helping others and, hence, will take an active part in community activities. They tend to make delayed decisions. They generally do not like to take a no for an answer.
4th pada or Vrischika Navamsa - When the native is born in Jyeshta nakshatra between 26 degrees 40 minutes to 30 degrees in Meena Navamsa, they are in the fourth pada of Jyeshta nakshatra. The fourth pada is ruled by Jupiter(Guru). Those born in the fourth pada will be sensitive and emotional people. They will be very inquisitive and will put in effort to know the subject matter thoroughly. They like to be in the limelight and will put in every effort to be. Their over-imaginative nature will make them restless easily and disturbed. Their certain actions will also lead to self-destruction.
Auspicious activities:
Below are the events that can be performed in Jyeshta nakshatra.
- demolish any structure for renovation
- dig deep
- start spiritual activities like meditation, deeksha
- plot against anyone
- War planning
Professions suitable:
Jyeshta nakshatra natives generally take up jobs that are sacrificing themselves for others' comforts. The Professions suitable for Jyeshta nakshatra natives are
- Chemical engineer
- Underground works like drainage/mines
- Insurance
- Health sector
- Law & order/police/prison
- Postal
- Working near fire/furnace
- Armed forces
- Detective
Health:
Primary body parts represented by Jyeshta nakshatra are the neck and right side of the trunk.
Ailments related to Jyeshta nakshatra are:
- Urinary tract infections
- Ovaries/genital organs
- Veneral diseases
- Hemorrhoids
- Neck pain
- Muscle ailments
- right side of the body like the right ear, lung, kidney, appendix
- Pain in the arms
- Cysts
- Stomach ailments and addictions
Other information:
Gana Rakshasa
Colour Cream
Planet Lord Saturn
Guna Sattva
Nadi Vata
Gender Female
Nature Tikshana or daruna
Element Air
Direction West
Varna Shudra
Animal Male deer
Bird Chaataka Pakshi (Jacobian Cuckoo)
Tree Red silk cotton Tree, Pine
Syllables No, Ya, Yee, Yoo
Mythology #1
Dwaraka villagers have a ritual of doing annual pujas and offerings to Lord Indra for rain. Once Lord Krishna sees these preparations and questions his father Nanda and the villagers one needs to do their dharma than doing all these offerings to Lord Indra. Their dharma/duty is farming and protection of cattle and not conducting sacrifices for natural phenomena like rain. The villagers were convinced by Krishna and did not proceed with the special pujas. The angered Indra floods the village. Krishna then lifted Mt.Govardhan and held it up as protection for his people and cattle from cattle. Indra accepts the defeat and recognizes Krishna as supreme.
The diety of Jyeshta Nakshatra is Lord Indra- the first among Gods. The highest purpose of Jyestha natives is to protect their family and surroundings. They should be careful not to create their problems just like Indra did because of ego. The whole story of Indra is his thirst for being respected, jealousy, and power.
Mythology #2
Chandra, the moon god married 27 daughters of Daksha Prajapati. Chandra promises Daksha that he will take care of all his wives with equal attention. Instead, he starts giving a lot of attention and affection to Rohini, as she is a beautiful, skilled musician and dancer. Chandra’s preference angered all the other wives and they visit their elder sister Jyeshta for a solution. Angered Jyeshta advises Chandra to give equal time to all the sisters and how to be a good husband. Jyeshta then advised Moon to spend one day with each of his wives. However again Moon starts ignoring his wives. Then all his rest 26 wives approach their father Daksha for a solution. Angered Daksha curses Chandra that he will lose all his charm and will suffer from a deadly disease. Upon this, Chandra got sick day by day. Worried about his condition Chandra approaches lord Shiva for help. Shiva says that he cannot reverse the curse, instead he places the crescent form of Chandra on his forehead. This helped Chandra to regain all his power and strength back.
