Ashwini nakshatra: meaning in Vedic astrology
Ashwini nakshatra meaning
- Ashwini
- nakshatra
- Vedic astrology
- Ketu
- horse's head
Ashwini is the first of the 27 nakshatras, in sidereal Aries. It is ruled by Ketu, its symbol is a horse's head, and it is linked with speed, fresh starts and healing.
Where is Ashwini in the zodiac?
Ashwini spans 0° to 13°20' of sidereal Aries. On the full zodiac circle that is 0° to 13°20', the 1st of the 27 nakshatras. Vedic astrology uses the sidereal zodiac, which sits about 24 degrees behind the tropical zodiac used on the rest of this site.
Ashwini: ruling planet and deity
It is ruled by Ketu (the Moon's south node). Its deities are the Ashvins, the divine twin horsemen and physicians of the gods. They stand for speed, healing and help that arrives just in time.
Ashwini: the symbol and its meaning
The symbol of Ashwini is a horse's head: movement, energy and the impulse that gets things started.
Ashwini personality traits
People with a strong Ashwini influence tend to be quick, direct and natural starters. Waiting is hard for them, but in a crisis they are the first to help.
- Speed and initiative
- A caring, healing instinct
- Impatience and impulsiveness
What is Ashwini good for?
Traditionally Ashwini is a light, swift nakshatra, good for beginnings, travel and starting treatment.
- Starting a new project
- Travel
- Beginning a health routine