Nakshatra 9 of 27
Ashlesha Nakshatra
The birth star of Nagas. Ruled by Mercury, symbolized by the cat (male).
Deity
Nagas
Planetary Lord
Mercury
Shakti (Power)
Visasleshana Shakti — power to inflict poison and destroy
Symbolic Animal
Cat (Male)
Gana (Temperament)
Rakshasa
Tattva (Element)
Jala
What is Ashlesha Nakshatra?
Ashlesha is the 9th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Spanning 13°20′ of the zodiac, it is ruled by Mercury and presided over by Nagas. Its symbolic animal, the cat (male), reveals core temperament patterns.
The shakti (power) of Ashlesha is Visasleshana Shakti — power to inflict poison and destroy. This defines the primary karmic theme and life purpose for those born under this star.
As a rakshasa-gana nakshatra with jala tattva, Ashlesha natives expressintense, driven, and transformative energy.
Common questions
What is Ashlesha Nakshatra?
Ashlesha is the 9th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 13°20′ of the zodiac, is ruled by Mercury, and presided over by Nagas. Its symbolic animal is the cat (male).
What are the personality traits of Ashlesha Nakshatra?
As a rakshasa-gana nakshatra with jala tattva, Ashlesha natives express intense, driven, and transformative energy. The shakti (power) of Ashlesha is Visasleshana Shakti — power to inflict poison and destroy.
Which deity rules Ashlesha Nakshatra?
Ashlesha is presided over by Nagas. The deity shapes the spiritual energy and karmic purpose of those born under this star.