Nakshatra 5 of 27
Mrigashira Nakshatra
The birth star of Soma. Ruled by Mars, symbolized by the serpent (female).
Deity
Soma
Planetary Lord
Mars
Shakti (Power)
Prinana Shakti — power to give fulfillment
Symbolic Animal
Serpent (Female)
Gana (Temperament)
Deva
Tattva (Element)
Prithvi
What is Mrigashira Nakshatra?
Mrigashira is the 5th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Spanning 13°20′ of the zodiac, it is ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma. Its symbolic animal, the serpent (female), reveals core temperament patterns.
The shakti (power) of Mrigashira is Prinana Shakti — power to give fulfillment. This defines the primary karmic theme and life purpose for those born under this star.
As a deva-gana nakshatra with prithvi tattva, Mrigashira natives expressrefined, harmonious, and sattvic qualities.
Common questions
What is Mrigashira Nakshatra?
Mrigashira is the 5th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 13°20′ of the zodiac, is ruled by Mars, and presided over by Soma. Its symbolic animal is the serpent (female).
What are the personality traits of Mrigashira Nakshatra?
As a deva-gana nakshatra with prithvi tattva, Mrigashira natives express refined, harmonious, and sattvic qualities. The shakti (power) of Mrigashira is Prinana Shakti — power to give fulfillment.
Which deity rules Mrigashira Nakshatra?
Mrigashira is presided over by Soma. The deity shapes the spiritual energy and karmic purpose of those born under this star.