Purva Ashadha is a nakshatra which resembles a person with a great personality. It spans across 13:20 – 26:40 degrees in Sagittarius. This feature stands out above all. These people speak with conviction and persuasion and are extremely good debaters who will beat you with logic and reasoning. To double that up, they have attractive physical features that get attention. They are tall, slim, have bright eyes, a charming smile and long hands which they use to express themselves while speaking. All this together makes them one who can keep your attention hooked. They can influence a huge audience in real-time.
They are empathetic, soft-spoken, kind and detest show-off and hypocrisy. Purva Ashadha are artistically and academically inclined and this is a constellation which pursues higher education. They are good in their choice of profession and attain popularity between the 32 to 50 years of age. They are truthful and God-fearing and will never take someone else’s credit or stop else’s success. They have high regards for hard work and dedication, in general.
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This nakshatra is also known as ‘Early Invincible One’ which means who cannot be defeated right from the beginning until the end.
Elephant tusk as a symbol of Purva Ashadha Nakshatra signifies strength and financial gains. It also symbolizes removal of obstacles and people born in this Nakshatra enjoy a good amount of wealth and luxury in their life. A handheld fan symbolizes fanning a fire, which indicates keeping passion alive or keeping things going. It is also a symbol of luxury as it is used as a decorative item in some cultures. A winnowing basket signifies shedding or removing the unnecessary and people born in this Nakshatra have the ability to discern and prioritize things in life.
Purva Ashadha nakshatra 1st Pada/quarter comes between 253°20′ – 256°40′ in Sagittarius. Those born in this pada take a stand with confidence both on a personal and professional front. They have a royal personality. They aren’t scared of making new plans and strategies even if that involves risk. They are creative and have an excellent career in government.
Purva Ashadha nakshatra 2nd quarter/pada comes between 256°40′ – 260°00′ in Sagittarius. Those born in this pada of Purva Ashadha have a calculative mindset and are good with laws and norms. They take care of their friends and also good in socializing with others. They are good with multiple languages and are ready to take business risks.
Purva Ashadha Nakshatra, 3rd quarter/pada comes in between 263°20′ in Sagittarius. Those born in 3rd pada of Purva Ashadha are good for making risky decisions. They know how to make a balanced approach and are good at making financial decisions. They are good at finances and creativity when it comes to career.
Purva Ashadha Nakshatra, 4th quarter/pada comes in between 263°20′ – 266°40′ in Sagittarius. They are good with the government and senior authority. They take the lead and also take a stand for the weaker in the team, family, and society. They are good at research work. They tend to gain property and land after the age of 36 years.
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The most important years for Purva Ashadha are 32 to 50 years of age, before which their finances and career are slightly unstable; but during this time they experience maximum growth and reap the benefits of their hard work. These years also shape their career extraordinarily well.
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The Ruling Planet for Purva Ashadha Nakshatra is Venus which makes people of this Nakshatra polite, wealthy, easy-going and joyful. They are highly philosophical and inclined towards charity. If Venus is prominently placed in the birth chart, the person of this Nakshatra shall be highly fond of luxury and the finer things of life.
The Adhi Devta of Purva Ashadha Nakshatra is Apah. Apah is the wife of Varuna, the Sea God. People born in this Nakshatra are beautiful, mysterious and freedom loving. They possess eloquent speech, good oratory skills and have an enduring nature. They have good skills in classical music and are usually successful in careers related to music and singing.
Purva Ashadha belongs to Vanar Yoni or the female monkey. They are different from all others. Frolicking around and sometimes too curious. Their partner needs to appease them to get involved sexually. Gifts, romantic gestures, flattery – they want it all, else they don’t get involved easily. Sex is pleasurable for not just them but their partner as well, and it is short spanned but generally has a ‘happy ending’. In generic terms, people belonging to this yoni are mischievous, but their philosophical side comes out in latter stages of life.
In Indian philosophy, there are three Gunas, known as - Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas. These are known as the three processes that build a successful life. The Guna of Purva Ashadha Nakshatra is Rajas which makes them inclined towards art, beauty and fashion. However, at times, they might be proud, overindulgent and pompous.
There are three Gana or basic instinct type that a person belongs to which frame out outlook, reactions and attitude towards life. These are Dev Gana, Manushya Gana and Rakshasa Gana.
Purva Ashadha belongs to the Manushya Gana. They are characterized by neither being diplomatic as Dev Gana, nor being perceptive as Rakshasa Gana. They are of moderate behavior such as driven by impulses, energetic, work-oriented and with normal human biases and tendencies. They take things on face-value.
Purva Ashadha Nakshatra are strong and determined with their life principle. They believe in transparency and work with a disciplined approach. But they don’t restrict the creative approach. They are ruled by Venus, and if Venus is in good condition, then this nakshatra-born male possesses charm, strong willpower, and a persuasive personality. Venus in the horoscope of a person born with Purva Ashada Nakshatra will make him or her optimistic and driven by ideals, often standing firmly for their beliefs.
Purva Ashadha Nakshatra females take the responsibility for their family. They play the role of guardian in their family and also on a professional front. They possess charm, and strong willpower. Affliction to Venus makes them angry and doesn’t allow others to make decisions, even if they are wrong. Strong Venus in Purva Ashadha Nakshatra females makes them dislike injustice and make them firm in their opinions, which can often make them appear stubborn. In relationships, Purva Ashadha Nakshatra female, are devoted and supportive but expect honesty and respect from their partners.
When it comes to relationship they give priority to their partner’s need. They always support their partner and if the status of Venus is strong then Purva Ashadha Nakshatra born will gain in their life.
Revati loves Purva Ashadha to the point where Purva Ashadha can easily get addicted to them. Revati speaks to both sides of your personality- fun as well as serious. Revati loves to love you, and you love that too. Purva Ashadha may stay longer than they generally would, simply because of this. The best part is that Revati doesn’t not try to hold anyone to themselves, which makes Purva Ashadha stay by choice. Their overall match is excellent.
Revati and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 83%
Talk about healthy levels of self-confidence, and you know it’s a Purva Ashadha individual. Purva Ashadha is pleasant, loves the concept of love and understands it too and have an eye for beauty. They see beauty in the most hopeless of things. They don’t care if someone likes them or not, if they like something in a person, they will charmingly let them know of their positives. This makes them clean in mind. Purva Ashadha is passionate and romantic, and it works well for Ashwini who deal with a fear of rejection.
Ashwini and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 75%
Ardra are highly imaginative and creative which blends well with Purva Ashadha’s talent, colorful imagination and sense of beauty. Together they create something beautiful, powerful and super strong. Their relationship can be loving with the potential of stability and strength as time passes by. They inspire each other to think better, do better and be better. They are a good match.
Ardra and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 77%
When Uttara Phalguni meets Purva Ashadha, they get attached by their souls and love each other for who they are. Uttara Phalguni and Purva Ashadha can fill each-other’s incomplete canvases with colors that bring happiness, joy, security and sensitivity. They love each other, especially Purva Ashadha loves Uttara Phalguni in a way they love few people.
Uttara Phalguni and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 74%
Swati is an ocean of creativity and ideas which actually work in the real world. By that we mean, they don’t speak in the air, they will make sure their ideas go exactly as far as they want it to, and they generally don’t put their head into something until they know it will be extremely successful. Purva Ashadha is another similar constellation with similar traits. Both of them can bring out the best in each other by not just suggesting, but following through the ideas for a positive growth. This will create strong ties which are also healthy and take the relationship forward seamlessly for the correct reasons.
Swati and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 75%
An extremely insecure relationship where Purva Ashadha loves fun and thrill in the bedroom and this do not go well with Krittika, considering they’re shy and Purva Ashadha are always excited about sexual exploration. Krittika never feels comfortable enough opening up and they may end the relationship first, fearing that Purva Ashadha will eventually walk away.
Krittika and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 25%
Another Mars-Venus combination. Purva Ashadha are creative and colorful yet completely wrong for Chitra. The only thing that works here is the passion which starts off the relationship and that dies away as neither of you wish to know the other and are just not interested. The breakup happens soon after the sex past dissipates.
Chitra and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 36%
Anuradha likes the charm and creativity of Purva Ashadha but when it comes to spiritual love and union, they might not be who you think they are. Do not straight-away jump to love, develop a friendship first. They are not committed to you and have no plans on the same.
Anuradha and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility: 36%
| Translation | The Invincible one |
| Symbol | Elephant tusk, fan, winnowing basket |
| Animal Symbol | A male monkey |
| Presiding Deity | Apas, the cosmic waters |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Ruling Deity of the Planet | Lakshmi |
| The 4 Quarters of Purva AshadaNakshatra | |
| 1st quarter | Ruled by Sun |
| 2nd quarter | Ruled by Mercury |
| 3rd quarter | Ruled by Venus |
| 4th quarter | Ruled by Mars |
| Nature | Manushya (human) |
| Mode | Balanced |
| Number | 20 |
| Gender | Female |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Guna | Rajasic |
| Element | Air |
| Disposition | Fierce and severe |
| Bird | Francolin |
| Common Name of the Tree | Netar |
| Botanical Name of the Tree | Calamus rotang |
| Seed Sounds | Bu, Da, Bha, Dha. |
Purva Ashadha holds the energy of Venus and attracts the masses with their creative eye for detail and ability to make things perfect. They have a technical mindset. They believe in luxury and living lavishly and give their best to make things happen.
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