Janma Nakshatra Punarvasu
This is the seventh nakshatra, represented by an arrow and bow, with the animal symbol being a cat. It spans between 20°0' in Gemini to 3°20' in Cancer, with Jupiter as the ruling planet, and the deity being Aditi.
According to Vedic astrology, this nakshatra governs the accumulation of wealth and abundance. It is also connected with productivity, noble activity, and protection of children.
Those born under this nakshatra possess unlimited energy and inner strength; they came into the world to face certain trials in life. Their joy for life helps them adapt easily to changes caused by obstacles.
These individuals have a philosophical mindset, strong spiritual convictions, and wisdom. They are generally generous, charming, and forgiving. They exhibit inner simplicity and aspirations to live in the present.
Typically, these individuals are tall, with a round and elongated face, a well-defined bone structure, and they often have a mole or identifiable mark on their face, head, or shoulder.
Such personalities have a sense of self-worth, high moral values, kindness, tenderness, and sensitivity. If their gentle approach doesn’t work, they can become aggressive.
These are artistic individuals who love art, literature, poetry, and may succeed in tourism, marketing, spirituality, and environmental fields.
They are obedient, respectful children who honor their parents, though they often do not adhere to family traditions. Their marriages can be complex, especially if there are health issues or chronic illnesses. Their homes cannot be called peaceful and calm, as there is often stress and worry. Nervous disorders and stress may lead to digestive issues.
Destructive Degrees for Planets in Punarvasu: Ketu – 20° in Gemini, Moon – 22° in Gemini, Mars – 25° in Gemini .The aspects of the Sun or Jupiter on these planets (at destructive degrees) in the birth chart improve the situation. Otherwise, they may bring troubles or negatively affect longevity. It is important to be cautious and not start new ventures during Ketu, Moon, and Mars transits in these destructive degrees.
Janma (Starting something) – Punarvasu
Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth) – Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune) – Ashlesha, Jyeshta, Revati
Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security) – Ashwini, Magha, Mula
Pratyak (People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this) – Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha
Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships) – Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha
Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people) – Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
Mitra (Helpers) – Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta
Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends) – Ardra, Swati, Shatabhisha
Pada 1 – Aries Navamsha (20°0' – 23°20' in Gemini)
Mars rules this pada. These people are very active, expect quick results from their work, and organize and lead teams to implement their ideas.
Anxiety, a desire for harmony and abundance, and curiosity combine with energy, a will for change, leadership, emotional outbursts, and a sense of superiority.
This pada is very suitable for turning ideas into reality. The energy of Punarvasu Nakshatra can lead one to daydream and talk too much about world peace without concretely realizing their ideas. However, this pada, located in the sign ruled by Mercury (Gemini), provides qualities such as rationality, the ability to use intellect, and the courage to act.
This pada produces architects, engineers, and those who create something concrete.
Pada 2 – Taurus Navamsha (23°20' – 26°40' in Gemini)
Venus rules this pada. These individuals are not as active as those in the previous pada. Their work is based on caring for others, material prosperity, and material pleasures. They can create a place where people receive comfort, protection, care, and new knowledge.
This pada can give a person skillfulness, sensitivity, and nervousness.
This is the more material part of Punarvasu. The calculated energy of Mercury is directed by the wisdom of Jupiter (ruler of the nakshatra) and realized through the beauty, pleasures, and material goodness of Venus.
Fields associated with this pada include the restaurant business, modeling, tourism, import/export of goods, finance, creativity, kindergartens, schools, and many others.
Planets here receive support. The Moon brings curiosity, harmony, stability, and practicality to a person.
Pada 3 – Gemini Navamsha (26°40' – 30° in Gemini)
Mercury rules this pada. Such people highly value speech, communication, receiving and exchanging information. They possess high intellect and extensive knowledge, which they convey to others through their actions.
Mercury here provides eloquence, politeness, and language knowledge.
Planets in this pada express themselves very positively. If the Moon is located here, the person can handle multiple projects simultaneously, have several children, be educated and curious. Venus here brings high intellect, wit, irony, and objectivity.
Pada 4 – Cancer Navamsha (0°0' – 3°20' in Cancer)
The Moon rules this pada, and it also rules the nakshatra, calming it. This pada has strong lunar energy and is considered one of the best sections of the zodiac.
These are caring people with good intuition who listen well to others, understand their psychology, and accept them as they are. This pada is motherly, nurturing, and brings out the motherly qualities of the Punarvasu Nakshatra. It also provides sensitivity and sensuality.
In this pada, attachment issues may arise (to children, a loved one, or projects).
Any planet located in this pada becomes sensitive. Jupiter is exalted here. Mars, despite its debilitation, brings positive results.