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Sravana

Nakshatra

The Ear · Hindu Nakshatra 21

Position (J2000)

1° 48' Aquarius ♒

Determinant Star

alpha Aquilae

Tradition

Hindu Nakshatra

Planetary Ruler

Moon

Astrological Influence

Sravana, meaning 'the Ear,' corresponds to Altair (alpha Aquilae) and is presided over by Vishnu, the preserver, ruled by the Moon. The trident symbol and the association with hearing connect this nakshatra to the transmission of knowledge through listening, the power of sacred sound, and the preservation of wisdom across generations.

Sravana natives are often scholars, teachers, or devotees of learning, with a particular gift for absorbing knowledge through attentive listening.

In the Hindu Nakshatra System

Sravana occupies the Capricorn/Aquarius boundary, where the practical, structural energy of Capricorn meets Aquarius's humanitarian vision. Vishnu's presidency as the preserver god ensures that the knowledge gained through Sravana is maintained and passed forward. The Moon's rulership adds receptivity and intuitive understanding to the intellectual capacities.

Lunar Influence

The Moon in Sravana favors commencing work of an impermanent or moving character, reflecting its mutable classification. Despite this flexibility, the birth indications are strongly positive: wealth, learning, fame, and good partnership.

Vedic Attributes

Symbol

A Trident

Deity / Regent

Vishnu

Caste

lowest

Asterism Type

mutable

Guna

deva

Body Rulership

Parade grounds and private parts

Favorable Activities

A mutable asterism favourable for commencing work of an impermanent or moving character.

Birth on the Lunar Day

Those born on the lunar day will be cunning, active, bold, truthful, virtuous, religious and skilful.

Moon at Birth in This Nakshatra

With Moon here at birth native will be rich, learned, famous, and have a good wife.

listeninglearningwisdompreservationscholarshipdevotion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sravana Nakshatra about?

Sravana, meaning 'the Ear,' corresponds to Altair (alpha Aquilae) and is presided over by Vishnu. Ruled by the Moon, it is associated with learning through listening, scholarship, spiritual practice, and transmission of knowledge. Natives are described as rich, learned, famous, and blessed with good partnerships.

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