Symbol
Deer's headThe emblem classical texts give it NAKSHATRA GUIDE · 5 OF 27
Mrigashirsha Nakshatra
Ruled by Mars · presided by Soma (the Moon) · symbol: Deer's head
Deity
Soma (the Moon)Presiding devataLord
MarsVimshottari dasha ruler — sets the first dashaSpan
53.33°–66.67°Sidereal zodiac arc, four padasMEANING
Born under Mrigashirsha
Mrigashira gives a searching, gentle and curious nature. You seek new experiences, knowledge and refinement with sensitivity.
IN THE ZODIAC
Mrigashirsha sits inside
Its 13°20′ arc crosses two rashis — which is why the same nakshatra can colour two different Moon signs.
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