Pushya, considered the most nourishing nakshatra, gives caring, dutiful and supportive natives.
Pushya, considered the most nourishing nakshatra, gives caring, dutiful and supportive natives. Ruled by Saturn and the teacher of the gods, they are protective, responsible and respectful of tradition. Teaching, counselling, public service, food, dairy, childcare and religious work suit them. Their lesson is to nurture themselves as well as others. In relationships Pushya natives are devoted, caring and protective. They make dependable partners and parents and are respected in the community.
| Number | 8 of 27 |
|---|---|
| Span | 3°20′ Cancer to 16°40′ Cancer |
| Ruling planet | Saturn (also its Vimshottari dasha lord at birth) |
| Deity | Brihaspati |
| Symbol | Cow's udder |
| Name syllables | Hu, He, Ho, Da (padas 1 to 4) |
Pushya, considered the most nourishing nakshatra, gives caring, dutiful and supportive natives. Ruled by Saturn and the teacher of the gods, they are protective, responsible and respectful of tradition. Teaching, counselling, public service, food, dairy, childcare and religious work suit them. Their lesson is to nurture themselves as well as others. In relationships Pushya natives are devoted, caring and protective. They make dependable partners and parents and are respected in the community.
Traditional starting sounds for the four padas are Hu, He, Ho, Da.
Astrology describes tendencies, not certainties. A single placement is only one part of a chart; the whole kundli, its strength and the running dasha change how it shows up. For guidance and interest only.