Nakshatra 19/27
Mula (மூலம்) nakshatra
Mula is nakshatra number 19 of 27. Rasi span 0°00'-13°20' Dhanus; Vimshottari lord Ketu. What follows is classical reference - your janma nakshatra is computed from the Lahiri Moon by the engine.
- Rasi span
- 0°00'-13°20' Dhanus
- Vimshottari lord
- Ketu
- Deity (traditional)
- Nirrti
- Symbol (traditional)
- Roots
- Gana
- Rakshasa gana (traditional)
- Birth syllables
- Traditional birth syllables: Ye, Yo, Bha, Bhi
- Yoni (Animal)
- Male Dog
- Rajju
- Pada Rajju
- Bird
- Red Hawk / Eagle
- Sacred Tree
- Mango Tree (Maa Maram)
- Element
- Air (Vayu)
Padas & Navamsa (D9)
Mula sits entirely within Dhanus (Sagittarius) from 0°00' to 13°20'. Its 1st pada begins right at the water-fire threshold, forming the classical Mula Gandanta junction.
| Pada | Span | Rasi | Navamsa (D9) | Lord | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 0°00' - 3°20' (கந்தாந்தம்) | Dhanus (Sagittarius) | Mesha (Gandanta Pada) | Mars | Ye |
| Pada 2 | 3°20' - 6°40' | Dhanus (Sagittarius) | Rishabha (Pushkara Navamsa) | Venus | Yo |
| Pada 3 | 6°40' - 10°00' | Dhanus (Sagittarius) | Mithuna (Gemini) | Mercury | Bha |
| Pada 4 | 10°00' - 13°20' | Dhanus (Sagittarius) | Kataka (Cancer) | Moon | Bhi |
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Classical Parihara Temple & Lore
Sri Singeeswarar Temple
📍 Mappedu (near Poonamallee), Thiruvallur District, Tamil Nadu
Mula is governed by Nirrti, deity of subterranean roots and dissolution. Sri Singeeswarar Temple in Mappedu is the premier parihara shrine. Lord Hanuman incarnated under Mula Nakshatra; worshipping Anjaneya dispels Mula Gandanta hurdles and bestows fearless strength.
Traditional characteristics
Mula is ruled by Ketu; classical astrology highlights its capacity to penetrate to the root cause of issues, straightforward candor, bold independence, and relentless truth-seeking.
The tied root bundle signifies probing deep foundations, ancestral investigation, traditional medicine, and ultimate spiritual liberation.
Dhanus's righteous philosophy paired with Ketu's piercing insight excels in higher judicial inquiry, scientific research, surgery, and occult studies.
The above is classical attribution - not an engine-generated personality report.
Compatibility
Compatibility Rules: Mula falls under Pada Rajju; sharing it with Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, or Revati forms Rajju dosha. Male Dog yoni clashes directly with Deer yoni (Anuradha, Jyeshtha). Being Rakshasa gana, compatibility requires thorough examination.
Thirumana porutham uses both partners' janma nakshatras. Read the guide for the method; open the app to run a comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mula Gandanta and what is the traditional remedy?
Mula Pada 1 marks the junction between water sign Scorpio and fire sign Sagittarius, forming Abhukta Mula Gandanta. Performing Mula Shanti Homam and worshipping Lord Hanuman and Sri Singeeswarar at Mappedu provide classic remedies.
Who is the ruler and deity of Mula Nakshatra?
The Vimshottari ruler is Ketu, and the Vedic deity is Nirrti. Its zodiac sign is Dhanus (Sagittarius), ruled by Jupiter.
Is the Tamil proverb regarding Mula Nakshatra astrologically true?
This is a popular misunderstanding. Astrologically, 'Nirmoolam' originally meant uprooting sorrows. No nakshatra independently harms; planetary dignities, Jupiter's aspect, and the dasha chain determine life outcomes.
What are the Rajju and Yoni for Mula Nakshatra?
Mula belongs to Pada Rajju, and its yoni is Male Dog. In compatibility matching, Deer yoni stars (Anuradha, Jyeshtha) are strictly avoided.
What is the sacred tree and temple for Mula?
Its sacred tree is the Mango tree. Sri Singeeswarar Temple in Mappedu near Poonamallee and Sholinghur Yoga Anjaneyar Temple are prime sanctuaries.