Symbol
Coiled serpentThe emblem classical texts give it NAKSHATRA GUIDE · 9 OF 27
Ashlesha Nakshatra
Ruled by Mercury · presided by Nagas (serpent deities) · symbol: Coiled serpent
Deity
Nagas (serpent deities)Presiding devataLord
MercuryVimshottari dasha ruler — sets the first dashaSpan
106.67°–120.00°Sidereal zodiac arc, four padasMEANING
Born under Ashlesha
Ashlesha gives penetrating insight, persuasive ability and karmic depth. You perceive hidden motives and hold strong psychological power.
IN THE ZODIAC
Ashlesha sits inside
Its 13°20′ arc crosses one rashi — which is why the same nakshatra can colour two different Moon signs.
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