Dhanishta Nakshtra

Introduction to Dhanishta Nakshtra

Dhanishta Nakshatra is also called “Sravistha Nakshatra” It is the birth nakshatra number 23 out of the 27 nakshatras on the zodiac and starts from 23°20' in Capricorn to 6°40' in Aquarius. The word "Dhanishta" comes from the Sanskrit word "Dhan" meaning wealth, indicating prosperity with good fortune, resilience and strong character. People born in this nakshatra are the most famous and wealthiest as well as philanthropists. Dhanishta nakshatra has eight Vasus and Mars is the ruler. The symbol of Dhanishta nakshatra is the drum or Damru. The hourglass shape of the damru represents good and evil, masculine and feminine energies that come together. This symbol also indicates rhythm, dance, music and divine timing.

Characteristics of Dhanishta Nakshatra

The symbol is a drum/damru. The hourglass shape of the damru represents good and evil, masculine and feminine energies coming together. It also signifies rhythm, dance, music and divine timing. Natives born in Dhanishta Nakshatra are believed to be intelligent and have a good work ethic. They love to learn and gather knowledge. Hence, they excel in whatever job they choose for themselves. The natives give great importance to their moral values and try to avoid any kind of controversy that can affect others. They will never hurt anyone intentionally, in any way, neither with their words nor with their deeds. They will always stay away from arguments unless there is no other option. They are naturally religious and like to stay in their comfort zone, hang out with the same friends and do the same activities. If they are ever wronged, they never forget. Since they are very patient, they will wait for the right time to take their revenge.

Features of Dhanistha Nakshatra

• Symbol: Drum/ Damaru
• Ruling planet: Mars
• Presiding Deity: Ashta Vasus
• Gender: Female
• Gana: Rakshas
• Nakshatra Element: Air or Akash
• Guna: Tamas
• Animal: Lioness
• Indian Zodiac: 23°20' in Capricorn to 6°40' in Aquarius Zodiac Sign
• Direction: North
• Dhanishta Nakshatra Lord

Here, Mars is associated with masculinity, strength, courage and struggle. The ruling planet of Dhanishta Nakshatra is Mars and the deities of this Dhanishta Nakshatra are the eight Vasus, i.e. deities of eight elements. The eight Vasus represent the elemental forces of nature. They are as follows:

The eight Vasus are:

• Dhara (Earth)
• Apa (Water)
• Anala/Pavaka (Fire)
• Anila (Wind)
• Soma (Moon)
• Dhruva (Pole Star)
• Pratyusha (The Dawn)
• Prabhasa (Splendour)

Dhanishta Nakshatra Padas

Pada 1

The first quadrant of Dhanishta Nakshatra falls between 10°00′ to 13°20′ in Leo Navamsa. This quadrant is dominated by the Sun. Natives born in this pada will achieve success in all aspects of life except their married life. The natives will be mainly interested in focusing on materialistic achievements. They will be creative thinkers, punctual and hardworking.

Pada 2

The second quadrant of Dhanishta Nakshatra falls between 13°20′ to 16°40′ in Virgo Navamsa. The ruler of this Nakshatra is Mercury. The native will have a strong logical mind. They may will get late marriage. The natives will excel as athletes or musicians. The native’s inherent qualities of hard work, intelligence, and a thirst for knowledge make them as suitable for careers in related to music, dance, acting, sports, engineering, science and technology, and a business leadership.

Pada 3

The third quadrant falls between 16°40′ to 20°00′ of this Nakshatra, which is ruled by Venus and is placed in Libra Navamsa. Venus is the ruling planet of this Nakshatra. The natives are inclined to use luxurious things, in general their mental state is very healthy. They perform in many arts like singer, designer, artist, painter and astrology as well as move ahead in spirituality.

Pada 4

The fourth stage of this Dhanishta Nakshatra falls between 20°00′ to 23°20′ which is dominated by Mars, as Mars is the ruling planet of this Nakshatra. This quadrant falls in Scorpio Navamsa. The natives will take interest in gym training, sportsmen, athletes as well as their focus will be on physical strength and outdoor activities. People born in this Pada have immense energy and will perform well in the athletic field.

New Name Can be Suggested for People Born in Dhanishta Nakshtra Start with Following Letter would Very Fortunate and Auspicious for Their Life:

Dhanistha Nakshtra:

• Quarter 1: Ga
• Quarter 2: Gii
• Quarter 3: Gu
• Quarter 4: Ge

Career, Profession & Business Comes in Dhanishta Nakshatra

Dhanishta Nakshatra men have a lot of ambition. Due to their thirst for knowledge and intellect, professions like historian or scientist will suit them best. They can also work in an intelligence agency like CBI, Crime Branch or as a private secretary to big businessmen. They are very capable of maintaining secrets, no matter how big the secret is. In particular, male natives are more advanced than their peers in terms of intelligence and therefore achieve success sooner than others. Their career will flourish after the age of twenty-five. However, they should be careful in their work and trust their colleagues even if it is necessary for them to trust them.

• Dancer
• Doctor
• Surgeons
• Musician
• Real estate agent
• Scientist
• Engineering
• Mining
• Poet/writer
• Makers of musical instruments
• Astrologers
• Holistic healers

Plant Worship for Dhanishta Nakshatra

According to Vedic astrology, "Shami tree (Prosopis cineraria)" is considered very auspicious for Dhanishta Nakshatra. People born in this Nakshatra should keep the root of Shami tree with them or sit under the tree and touch it, offer incense sticks, lamps, flowers and worship regularly, this will bring the blessings of Mars and all kinds of obstacles in life will be removed. The native should do "pradakshina" around the tree, this will bring good luck in the life of the native.

Dhanishta Nakshatra Mantra

ॐ वसो:पवित्रमसि शतधारंवसो: पवित्रमसि सहत्रधारम।
देवस्त्वासविता पुनातुवसो: पवित्रेणशतधारेण सुप्वाकामधुक्ष:।।

। ॐ वसुभ्यो नम:।