Janma Nakshatra Ashlesha
This is the ninth nakshatra, associated with kundalini energy. Its primary symbol—a coiled snake—represents wisdom. The animal symbol is a cat. Ashlesha is entirely within the sign of Cancer, occupying 16°40' to 30° in Cancer. The ruling planet is Mercury, and the deity is Sarpa (the serpent).
These people are sharp, tough, may be cold, cunning, and ruthless, stopping at nothing to achieve a particular goal. When they rise socially, they sometimes use flattery, may make incorrect decisions, and are prone to outbursts of anger.
These people can have deep thoughts, be very intelligent, and also sensitive. However, there may be situations where they use their knowledge to control others. They may take a hard approach with people and should be careful not to alienate friends and relatives because of this. They often live in a black-and-white world, lacking flexibility. With leadership qualities, they can attract others. If they control their character, they will achieve great success at the right time and place. A strong desire for control may risk achieving their goals. Ambitions and loyalty can harm them and lead to unlawful actions. It’s believed that among these people, some may become criminals.
Ashlesha personalities are usually successful in business, politics, literature, and legal affairs. They are also suited for studying occult mysticism and astrology. Complex relationships with relatives can occur; a lack of compassion and inability to compromise make their marriages challenging. Such people often take on too many family obligations, which causes problems. An inflexible approach to life prevents their soul from finding peace. They may experience issues with the liver, heartburn, gas, unexplained pain in the legs, as well as addiction to drugs.
The destructive degrees of planets in the Ashlesha nakshatra are: Venus – 17° in Cancer, Moon – 22° in Cancer, Mars – 23° in Cancer, Jupiter – 27° in Cancer, It is advisable to avoid starting new activities during transits of these planets through destructive degrees or if they are located in such positions in the natal chart.
Janma (Starting something) – Ashlesha
Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth) – Ashwini, Magha, Mula
Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune) – Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha
Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security) – Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha
Pratyak (People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this) – Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships) – Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta
Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people) – Ardra, Swati, Shatabhisha
Mitra (Helpers) – Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada
Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends) – Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
Pada 1 – Sagittarius Navamsha (16°40' – 20°0' in Cancer)
Jupiter rules this pada. This is one of the best padas of the Ashlesha nakshatra, beneficial for social life. It is the pada of wealth and fame, bringing wisdom, happiness, and generosity.
On the other hand, this pada gives the ability to perform the hardest work, connected to wars, illnesses, hostility, and other matters of the sixth house. Here, cold actions are combined with morality, ideology, altruism, philosophy, and working for a higher cause. This pada belongs to lawyers, attorneys, and religious leaders.
Pada 2 – Capricorn Navamsha (20°0' – 23°20' in Cancer)
Saturn rules this pada. Such people are very ambitious, focused on their career throughout life, not keeping random people close. This pada may push them to lie to achieve their goal.
These people can be sickly, tough, cold, and able to endure harsh conditions. They require motivation and encouragement in their work. This pada is considered unfavorable for finances. Another trait of this pada is the inability to part with property.
Pada 3 – Aquarius Navamsha (23°20' – 26°40' in Cancer)
Saturn rules this pada. Such people tend to have doubts and psychological problems due to strong emotions. Intellectual life and intense emotional depth make them morally exhausted. They may be unemployed and poor.
This pada brings inventors, chemists, scientific altruists whose goal is to bring their ideas to the masses. Such people are often attached to friends, organizing groups excellently for specific tasks. Planets placed here are detrimental to the welfare of the mother.
The person may be withered and anxious but has good scientific knowledge.
Pada 4 – Pisces Navamsha (26°40' – 30° in Cancer)
Jupiter rules this pada. These people are interested in everything hidden, mystical, esoteric, magic, shamanism, and occult sciences. They may fall into illusions, entering a world of impractical esotericism and magic. There may be a disconnection from reality, where the person does not see the world as it is, and the world does not see them as they are.
This pada is associated with a moral struggle, compelling a person to hide their true nature, making them passionate, temperamental, and connected to sensual pleasures.
These are very loyal and responsible people, capable of deep emotional connection, caring, sensitivity, and the ability to perceive others’ emotional needs.
The placement of planets here negatively affects the father’s welfare.