Nakshatra 13 of 27
Hasta Nakshatra
The birth star of Savitar. Ruled by Moon, symbolized by the buffalo (female).
Deity
Savitar
Planetary Lord
Moon
Shakti (Power)
Hasta Sthapaniya Agama Shakti — power to manifest and place
Symbolic Animal
Buffalo (Female)
Gana (Temperament)
Deva
Tattva (Element)
Agni
What is Hasta Nakshatra?
Hasta is the 13th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Spanning 13°20′ of the zodiac, it is ruled by Moon and presided over by Savitar. Its symbolic animal, the buffalo (female), reveals core temperament patterns.
The shakti (power) of Hasta is Hasta Sthapaniya Agama Shakti — power to manifest and place. This defines the primary karmic theme and life purpose for those born under this star.
As a deva-gana nakshatra with agni tattva, Hasta natives expressrefined, harmonious, and sattvic qualities.
Common questions
What is Hasta Nakshatra?
Hasta is the 13th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 13°20′ of the zodiac, is ruled by Moon, and presided over by Savitar. Its symbolic animal is the buffalo (female).
What are the personality traits of Hasta Nakshatra?
As a deva-gana nakshatra with agni tattva, Hasta natives express refined, harmonious, and sattvic qualities. The shakti (power) of Hasta is Hasta Sthapaniya Agama Shakti — power to manifest and place.
Which deity rules Hasta Nakshatra?
Hasta is presided over by Savitar. The deity shapes the spiritual energy and karmic purpose of those born under this star.