Janma Nakshatra Ardra
This is the sixth nakshatra, representing a drop or a human head, with the animal symbol of a dog. It spans between 6°40' to 20°0' in Gemini. The ruling planet is Rahu, and the deity is Rudra.
These individuals recover quickly and can easily create something from nothing. However, they may desire control, money, and material things intensely; they are often calculating and cold in their ambitions for success.
According to Indian astrology, those born under the Ardra star group tend to be "tough on the outside and soft on the inside." Numerous obstacles and personal sacrifices they are forced to make may render them aggressive.
There is something about these individuals that makes them stand out among others. This is not necessarily beauty but rather a charm that attracts others to them. They possess a strong, dominant personality, typically represented by a person with a tough appearance.
These people have a strong intuition. Good planetary placements can minimize negative traits in their character and provide an opportunity for success.
They have excellent potential to earn, can easily adapt, and express themselves in various professions. Typically, they have more than one career in life and perform any job well, though they often do not receive the admiration they deserve.
They may succeed in scientific careers, communication, advertising, transportation, as well as import and export.
They spend most of their time on work rather than family, so their marriage often does not bring them joy. Their constant absence from home complicates communication with children, and they have little influence on their children's upbringing.
Their dual temperament may lead them to chronic depression, growths, drugs, and ultimately, premature death.
They may suffer from lung and heart diseases, dental problems, hearing issues, and paralysis. However, these issues are self-healable through emotional control, gratitude, and understanding of self-worth.
The destructive planetary degrees in Ardra are: Saturn – 7° in Gemini, Venus – 11° in Gemini, Sun, Jupiter, and Rahu – 12° in Gemini, Mercury – 13° in Gemini. Times when Mercury is poorly placed in the birth chart are neutralized if it is joined with the Moon. Strong Mars effects or conjunction with it also eases negative expression. One should be cautious not to start anything new when the aforementioned planets transit their dangerous degrees.
Janma (Starting something) – Ardra
Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth) – Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada
Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune) – Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security) – Ashlesha, Jyeshta, Revati
Pratyak (People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this) – Ashwini, Magha, Mula
Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships) – Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purvashadha
Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people) – Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttarashadha
Mitra (Helpers) – Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends) – Chitra, Dhanishta, Mrigashira
Pada 1 – Sagittarius Navamsha (6°40' – 10°0' in Gemini)
This pada is ruled by Jupiter. These people are wise, calm, emotional, sensitive to the feelings of others, and altruistic. They set goals and objectives that are not only beneficial to them but also to those around them, to the collective.
This pada is associated with Ardra’s curiosity and exploratory side. It is characterized by attachment and emotional control.
Planets positioned in this pada give a person carefreeness and a tendency towards material excess.
Pada 2 – Capricorn Navamsha (10°0' – 13°20' in Gemini)
Saturn rules this pada. Such individuals are often disappointed with what they have achieved and aspired to. They are work-oriented, patient, and fight to the end, but when everything finally succeeds and ends, they feel disappointed.
This pada compels them to chase material achievements without feeling happiness from the outcomes. Many negative traits of the nakshatra are expressed here. Storms amplify their powers, and therefore planets positioned here become sources of various problems.
Pada 3 – Aquarius Navamsha (13°20' – 16°40' in Gemini)
This pada is ruled by Saturn. These people are stubborn, maximally involved in battles, capable of removing anyone from their path.
They are good businessmen and can sell anything. They are also successful in investigations and anything related to intellectual pursuits.
This pada is linked to sciences, research, as well as electronics. Planets positioned here may bring short and sudden bursts of inspiration, good speaking skills, a tendency to rudeness, and slander.
Pada 4 – Pisces Navamsha (16°40' – 20°0' in Gemini)
Jupiter rules this pada and expresses its traits here to the fullest. These individuals are capable of compassion and sacrifice and may abandon their goal for the sake of others, doing something beneficial for people. However, their personal goal remains the most important to them.
Planets positioned here usually yield good results. Traits like unkindness and uniqueness may manifest. Family life includes challenges.