Pushya nakshatra: meaning in Vedic astrology
Pushya nakshatra meaning
- Pushya
- nakshatra
- Saturn
- Brihaspati
- nourishment
Pushya is the eighth nakshatra, in sidereal Cancer. It is ruled by Saturn, its deity is Brihaspati and its symbol is a cow's udder. By tradition it is the most auspicious of all nakshatras.
Where is Pushya in the zodiac?
Pushya spans 3°20' to 16°40' of sidereal Cancer. On the full zodiac circle that is 93°20' to 106°40', the 8th of the 27 nakshatras.
Pushya: ruling planet and deity
It is ruled by Saturn (Shani). Its deity is Brihaspati, teacher of the gods and patron of wisdom: a source of knowledge, counsel and spiritual nourishment.
Pushya: the symbol and its meaning
The symbol of Pushya is a cow's udder, a flower or a circle. All of them mean nourishment, care and generous giving.
Pushya personality traits
Pushya people are caring, loyal and responsible. They become the backbone of their family and community.
- Nurturing
- Loyalty and sense of duty
- Too much fear of change
What is Pushya good for?
Pushya is traditionally considered the most auspicious nakshatra for almost any good undertaking, especially starting study, investing and spiritual practice.
- Starting a course of study
- Financial planning
- Spiritual practice