Nakshatra cover 12 signs of the horoscope. There are 27 nakshatra in Vedic Astrology. Since the Moon circles around the earth in roughly once every 27 days, the moon transits a different Nakshatra each day. Each of the 27 Nakshatras has distinct characteristics and ruled by a particular planet. Each of the nakshatras have 4 pada, so totalling all the padas to 108, which has a special meaning. The 27 nakshatras (constellations) of Vedic Astrology occupy the 12 signs spanning 360 degrees in the heavens. The navamsa is the 9th division of a sign. So there is 12 x 9 = 108 navamsa in a chart. Each navamsa is a pada of a nakshatra. Each nakshatra spans 13.33 degrees and each pada 3.33 degrees.
Nakshatra Vedic Sign Degrees with their meaning, in order of the rashis Aries to Pisces
| No. | Nakshatra | Degree in Rashi | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashwini | Aries 0°0 – Aries 13°20 | Horse – Star of Transport The power to heal self and others quickly. Energy, movement and speed. |
| 2 | Bharani | Aries 13°20 – Aries 26°40 | Yoni – Star of Restraint The power of renewal and purification. Rebirthing and transformation of spirit. |
| 3 | Krittika | Aries 26°40 – Taurus 10°0 | Knife – Star of Fire The power to cut through problems. Burning through illusion to get to truth. |
| 4 | Rohini | Taurus 10°0 – Taurus 23°20 | Red One – Ox – Star of Ascent Power to make things grow. Enjoyment, creative expansion, and fertility. |
| 5 | Mrigashirsa | Taurus 23°20 – Gemini 6°40 | Deer Head – Star of Searching The power to find fulfillment. Wandering, exploring, and seeking truth gently. |
| 6 | Ardra | Gemini 6°40 - Gemini 20°0 | Teardrop – Star of Emotion The power to feel and act. Stormy and passionate drive for expression and understanding. |
| 7 | Punarvasu | Gemini 20°0 - Cancer 3°20’ | Arrows – Star of Renewal The power of life to regenerate and recover itself. Enlightening the world with hope and calling in a new dawn. |
| 8 | Pushya | Cancer 3°20 – Cancer 16°40 | Cow Udder – Star of Nourishment The power to create spiritual energy. Teaching and providing nourishment, guidance and wisdom. |
| 9 | Ashlesha | Cancer 16°0 – Cancer 30°0 | Snake – Clinging Star The powers of poison and medicine. Hypnotizing the mind while transforming and healing afflictions. |
| 10 | Magha | Leo 0°0 – Leo 13°20 | Throne – Star of Power The power to leave the body and travel beyond this realm. Honoring the ancestor spirits. Leading forward with respect and dignity. |
| 11 | Purva Phalguni | Leo 13°20 – Leo 26°40 | Foot of Bed – Star of Fortune The power of creation and family. Finding love, enjoyment, and ease. |
| 12 | Uttara Phalguni | Leo 26°40’– Virgo 10°0 | Head of bed – Star of Patronage The power to accumulate security. Upholding sacred vows of love and friendship. |
| 13 | Hasta | Virgo 10°0 – Virgo 23°20 | Hand – Star of the Golden-Handed The power to manifest one’s desires. Handling with skill and making magic. |
| 14 | Chitra | Virgo 23°20 – Libra 6°40’ | Jewel – Star of Opportunity The power to accumulate merit. Inventing wonderful new creations. |
| 15 | Swati | Libra 6°40’ - Libra 20°0’ | Sword – Star of Independence The power to scatter like the wind. Staying flexible and free for self-inquiry. |
| 16 | Vishakha | Libra 20°0’ - Scorpio 3°20’ | Trident – Archway – Star of Purpose The power to achieve many things in life. Connecting to the will and drive of spirit. |
| 17 | Anuradha | Scorpio 3°20’ – Scorpio 16°40’ | Lotus – Star of Success The power to worship (bhakti). Succeeding though kindness, co-operation and devotion. |
| 18 | Jyestha | Scorpio 16°40’ – Scorpio 30°0’ | Umbrella – Eldest Sister – Chief Star Power to conquer and gain courage. Rising up to overcome oppression. |
| 19 | Mula | Sagittarius 0°0’ – Sagittarius 13°20’ | Roots – Foundation Star The power to transform from the root. Destroying illusion to go beyond it. |
| 20 | Purva Ashadha | Sagittarius 13°20’ – Sagittarius 26°40’ | Elephant Tusk – Fan – Invincible Star The power to invigorate. Energizing towards greater empowerment. |
| 21 | Uttara Ashadha | Sagittarius 26°40’ – Capricorn 10°0’ | Elephant Tusk – Bed planks – Universal Star The power of complete victory. Winning for the highest good of all. |
| 22 | Shravana | Capricorn 10°0’ – Capricorn 23°20 | Ear – Star of Learning The power to connect. Listening to others for wisdom and greater understanding. |
| 23 | Dhanishta | Capricorn 23°20’– Aquarius 6°40’ | Drum – Star of Symphony The power to give fame and abundance. Hearing the music of infinite possibility. |
| 24 | Shatabhisha | Aquarius 6°40’ - Aquarius 20°0’ | Circle – Veiling Star The power of healing and secrets. Cloaking life’s miracles in mystery. |
| 25 | Purva Bhadrapada | Aquarius 20°0’ - Pisces 3°20’ | Head of Bed – Blessed Foot – Scorching Star The power of breathing spiritual fire. Rising from the ashes to awaken. |
| 26 | Uttara Bhadrapada | Pisces 3°20’ – Pisces 16°40’ | Foot of Bed – Blessed Foot – Warrior Star The power to bring cosmic rain. Surrendering to the flow of spiritual waters. |
| 27 | Revati | Pisces 16°40’ – Pisces 30°0’ | Drum – Star of Wealth The power to nourish and transcend. Protecting and guiding a soul home. |