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Swati nakshatra: meaning in Vedic astrology

Swati nakshatra meaning

  • Swati
  • nakshatra
  • Rahu
  • Vayu
  • independence

Swati is the fifteenth nakshatra, in sidereal Libra. It is ruled by Rahu, its deity is Vayu, god of the wind, and its symbol is a shoot swaying in the wind. It is the nakshatra of independence and flexibility.

Where is Swati in the zodiac?

Swati spans 6°40' to 20° of sidereal Libra. On the full zodiac circle that is 186°40' to 200°, the 15th of the 27 nakshatras.

Swati: ruling planet and deity

It is ruled by Rahu (the Moon's north node). Its deity is Vayu, god of the wind. Wind is free, reaches everywhere and brings change.

Swati: the symbol and its meaning

The symbol of Swati is a young shoot swaying in the wind. It bends but does not break, and that flexibility is its strength.

Swati personality traits

Swati people are independent, diplomatic and businesslike. They need freedom and adapt well to any setting.

  • Independence
  • Flexibility
  • Trouble making decisions

What is Swati good for?

Traditionally Swati is good for trade, travel, new contacts and anything to do with movement.

  • Trade and business
  • Travel
  • New contacts