Nakshatra 11 of 27
Purva Phalguni Nakshatra
The birth star of Bhaga. Ruled by Venus, symbolized by the rat (female).
Deity
Bhaga
Planetary Lord
Venus
Shakti (Power)
Prajanana Shakti — power of creative procreation
Symbolic Animal
Rat (Female)
Gana (Temperament)
Manushya
Tattva (Element)
Jala
What is Purva Phalguni Nakshatra?
Purva Phalguni is the 11th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Spanning 13°20′ of the zodiac, it is ruled by Venus and presided over by Bhaga. Its symbolic animal, the rat (female), reveals core temperament patterns.
The shakti (power) of Purva Phalguni is Prajanana Shakti — power of creative procreation. This defines the primary karmic theme and life purpose for those born under this star.
As a manushya-gana nakshatra with jala tattva, Purva Phalguni natives expressbalanced, practical, and adaptive nature.
Common questions
What is Purva Phalguni Nakshatra?
Purva Phalguni is the 11th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 13°20′ of the zodiac, is ruled by Venus, and presided over by Bhaga. Its symbolic animal is the rat (female).
What are the personality traits of Purva Phalguni Nakshatra?
As a manushya-gana nakshatra with jala tattva, Purva Phalguni natives express balanced, practical, and adaptive nature. The shakti (power) of Purva Phalguni is Prajanana Shakti — power of creative procreation.
Which deity rules Purva Phalguni Nakshatra?
Purva Phalguni is presided over by Bhaga. The deity shapes the spiritual energy and karmic purpose of those born under this star.