Nakshatra 1 / 27नक्षत्र

Ashwini

अश्विनी

The first nakshatra — swift, healing, beginning energy.

Position

Aries 0° – 13°20'

Mesha (Aries)

Ruling planet

Ketu

Presiding deity

Ashwini Kumaras (the celestial physicians)

Symbol

Horse's head

Yoni (animal-spirit)

horse (male)

Used in marriage compatibility

Gana / Nadi

Deva (godly) · Adi (Vata)

Personality of Ashwini natives

Quick-witted, action-oriented, and impatient. Naturals at healing, emergency response, and pioneering work. Restless when held back; need physical motion to think.

Auspicious for

  • ✓Healing rituals
  • ✓Starting journeys
  • ✓Beginning new ventures
  • ✓Buying / training horses or vehicles

Traditionally avoided

  • ✗Slow contemplative work
  • ✗Extended waiting periods