Nakshatra 8/27
Pushya (பூசம்) nakshatra
Pushya is nakshatra number 8 of 27. Rasi span 3°20'-16°40' Kataka; Vimshottari lord Saturn. What follows is classical reference - your janma nakshatra is computed from the Lahiri Moon by the engine.
- Rasi span
- 3°20'-16°40' Kataka
- Vimshottari lord
- Saturn
- Deity (traditional)
- Brihaspati
- Symbol (traditional)
- Flower / circle
- Gana
- Deva gana (traditional)
- Birth syllables
- Traditional birth syllables: Hu, He, Ho, Da
- Yoni (Animal)
- Sheep / Goat (Male)
- Rajju
- Kati Rajju (Thigh)
- Bird
- Watercock / Sea Crow
- Sacred Tree
- Sacred Fig / Pipal (Arasu)
- Element
- Water (Jala)
Padas & Navamsa (D9)
Pushya resides entirely within Kataka (Cancer) from 3°20' to 16°40'. Its four padas map into Simha through Vrischika in the navamsa (D9) chart.
| Pada | Span | Rasi | Navamsa (D9) | Lord | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 3°20' - 6°40' | Kataka (Cancer) | Simha (Leo) | Sun | Hu |
| Pada 2 | 6°40' - 10°00' | Kataka (Cancer) | Kanya (Pushkara Navamsa) | Mercury | He |
| Pada 3 | 10°00' - 13°20' | Kataka (Cancer) | Tula (Libra) | Venus | Ho |
| Pada 4 | 13°20' - 16°40' | Kataka (Cancer) | Vrischika (Scorpio) | Mars | Da |
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Classical Parihara Temple & Lore
Sri Mahalingaswamy Temple / Palani Dhandayuthapani (Thaipoosam)
📍 Thiruvidaimaruthur, Thanjavur & Palani, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
Ruled by Saturn and governed by celestial preceptor Brihaspati, Pushya is celebrated in classical texts as the most auspicious and nourishing star. The grand festival of Thaipoosam at Palani and worship at Thiruvidaimaruthur Mahalingaswamy wash away spiritual impediments.
Traditional characteristics
Pushya embodies unconditional nourishment, spiritual steadfastness, and dharmic wisdom. Its symbol—the cow's udder and blossoming lotus—reflects pure benevolence and protective mentoring.
Career lore highlights extraordinary leadership in state governance, higher judiciary, educational institutions, humanitarian foundations, and spiritual councils.
Harmonizing Saturn's disciplined perseverance with Jupiter's divine wisdom enables natives to govern responsibilities with equanimity and unblemished integrity.
Natural counselors and mentors, worshipping Vinayaka under a sacred Pipal tree or honoring Saturn at Thirunallar cements lasting peace and honor.
The above is classical attribution - not an engine-generated personality report.
Compatibility
Pushya belongs to Deva gana. Yoni rules warn against Monkey yoni (Shravana, Purva Ashadha). Stars sharing Kati rajju fail traditional Rajju porutham.
Thirumana porutham uses both partners' janma nakshatras. Read the guide for the method; open the app to run a comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Which rasi does Pushya nakshatra belong to?
Pushya lies wholly inside Kataka (Cancer) from 3°20' to 16°40'. Its rasi lord is the Moon and its star lord is Saturn.
What is the significance of the Thaipoosam festival?
Thaipoosam marks the sacred day when Lord Muruga received the divine Vel (spear) from Goddess Parvati when the full moon aligns with Pushya in the Tamil month of Thai.
Who is the ruling planet and deity of Pushya?
Its planetary ruler is Saturn (Shani), and its presiding celestial deity is Brihaspati (Guru).
What is the sacred tree and lucky gemstone for Pushya?
Its sacred tree is the Sacred Fig / Pipal (Arasu), and its traditional gemstone is Blue Sapphire (Neelam), corresponding to Saturn.
What is the classical parihara temple for Pushya?
Sri Mahalingaswamy Temple in Thiruvidaimaruthur and Sri Dhandayuthapani Temple in Palani are the premier worship destinations.