Nakshatra 7 / 27नक्षत्र

Punarvasu

पुनर्वसु

Return of the light — Rama's nakshatra.

Position

Gemini 20° – Cancer 3°20'

Mithuna / Karkata cusp

Ruling planet

Jupiter

Presiding deity

Aditi (the cosmic mother)

Symbol

Quiver of arrows / bow

Yoni (animal-spirit)

cat (female)

Used in marriage compatibility

Gana / Nadi

Deva (godly) · Adi (Vata)

Personality of Punarvasu natives

Optimistic, philosophical, capable of starting over after setbacks. Lord Rama was born under Punarvasu. Teachers, philosophers, and those who help others rebuild after loss.

Auspicious for

  • ✓Returning to a past project
  • ✓Spiritual sankalpa
  • ✓Teaching
  • ✓Forgiveness rituals

Traditionally avoided

  • ✗Ruthless competition