Nakshatra 16/27
Vishakha (விசாகம்) nakshatra
Vishakha is nakshatra number 16 of 27. Rasi span 20°00' Tula - 3°20' Vrischika; Vimshottari lord Jupiter. What follows is classical reference - your janma nakshatra is computed from the Lahiri Moon by the engine.
- Rasi span
- 20°00' Tula - 3°20' Vrischika
- Vimshottari lord
- Jupiter
- Deity (traditional)
- Indra-Agni
- Symbol (traditional)
- Archway
- Gana
- Rakshasa gana (traditional)
- Birth syllables
- Traditional birth syllables: Ti, Tu, Te, To
- Yoni (Animal)
- Male Tiger
- Rajju
- Nabhi Rajju (Stomach)
- Bird
- Red Cuckoo
- Sacred Tree
- Wood Apple (Vilaa Maram)
- Element
- Fire (Agni)
Padas & Navamsa (D9)
Vishakha spans Tula (20°00' - 30°00') and Vrischika (0°00' - 3°20'). Padas 1 to 3 lie in Tula, while Pada 4 enters Vrischika.
| Pada | Span | Rasi | Navamsa (D9) | Lord | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 20°00' - 23°20' (துலாம்) | Tula (Libra) | Mesha (Aries) | Mars | Ti |
| Pada 2 | 23°20' - 26°40' (துலாம்) | Tula (Libra) | Rishabha (Pushkara Navamsa) | Venus | Tu |
| Pada 3 | 26°40' - 30°00' (துலாம்) | Tula (Libra) | Mithuna (Gemini) | Mercury | Te |
| Pada 4 | 0°00' - 3°20' (விருச்சிகம்) | Vrischika (Scorpio) | Kataka (Pushkara Navamsa) | Moon | To |
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Classical Parihara Temple & Lore
Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple
📍 Tiruchendur, Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu
Vishakha is ruled by the dual deities Indra and Agni, representing sovereignty and burning spiritual resolve. Lord Murugan manifested on Vaikasi Visakam; hence, Tiruchendur Murugan Temple is the foremost divine sanctuary for this star.
Traditional characteristics
Vishakha is ruled by Jupiter; classical texts highlight its unyielding focus on goals, ambitious competitive drive, determination, and articulate debate.
The triumphal archway or potter's wheel symbol conveys victorious culmination achieved through persistent toil and patience.
Straddling the Libra-Scorpio junction, natives combine sociable dignity with penetrating, occult-like investigative depth.
The above is classical attribution - not an engine-generated personality report.
Compatibility
Compatibility Rules: Vishakha falls under Nabhi (Navel) Rajju; sharing it with Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, or Purva Bhadrapada causes Rajju dosha. Male Tiger yoni clashes with Cow/Bull yoni (Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Bhadrapada). Rakshasa gana requires mindful pairing.
Thirumana porutham uses both partners' janma nakshatras. Read the guide for the method; open the app to run a comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vishakha Nakshatra fall in Tula or Vrischika?
Vishakha Padas 1, 2, and 3 fall in Tula (Libra, ruled by Venus), whereas Pada 4 falls in Vrischika (Scorpio, ruled by Mars).
What is the spiritual glory of Vaikasi Visakam?
Vaikasi Visakam commemorates the divine incarnation of Lord Murugan from Lord Shiva's third eye. Special pujas at Arupadai Veedu temples grant victory over all worldly hurdles.
Who is the planetary lord and presiding deity of Vishakha?
The Vimshottari ruler is Guru (Jupiter), and the presiding twin deities are Indra and Agni.
What are the Rajju and Yoni for Vishakha Nakshatra?
Vishakha belongs to Nabhi (Navel) Rajju, and its yoni is Male Tiger. It opposes Cow/Bull yoni (Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Bhadrapada).
What is the sacred temple and tree for Vishakha Nakshatra?
Its sacred tree is the Wood Apple (Vilaa) tree. Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple in Tiruchendur is the premier divine destination.