Nakshatra 16 of 27
Vishakha Nakshatra
The birth star of Indra-Agni. Ruled by Jupiter, symbolized by the tiger (male).
Deity
Indra-Agni
Planetary Lord
Jupiter
Shakti (Power)
Vyapana Shakti — power to achieve many fruits
Symbolic Animal
Tiger (Male)
Gana (Temperament)
Rakshasa
Tattva (Element)
Agni
What is Vishakha Nakshatra?
Vishakha is the 16th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Spanning 13°20′ of the zodiac, it is ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Indra-Agni. Its symbolic animal, the tiger (male), reveals core temperament patterns.
The shakti (power) of Vishakha is Vyapana Shakti — power to achieve many fruits. This defines the primary karmic theme and life purpose for those born under this star.
As a rakshasa-gana nakshatra with agni tattva, Vishakha natives expressintense, driven, and transformative energy.
Common questions
What is Vishakha Nakshatra?
Vishakha is the 16th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 13°20′ of the zodiac, is ruled by Jupiter, and presided over by Indra-Agni. Its symbolic animal is the tiger (male).
What are the personality traits of Vishakha Nakshatra?
As a rakshasa-gana nakshatra with agni tattva, Vishakha natives express intense, driven, and transformative energy. The shakti (power) of Vishakha is Vyapana Shakti — power to achieve many fruits.
Which deity rules Vishakha Nakshatra?
Vishakha is presided over by Indra-Agni. The deity shapes the spiritual energy and karmic purpose of those born under this star.