Nakshatra 16 / 27नक्षत्र

Vishakha

विशाखा

Goal-oriented — the triumphal arch.

Position

Libra 20° – Scorpio 3°20'

Tula / Vrishchika cusp

Ruling planet

Jupiter

Presiding deity

Indra-Agni (joint deities)

Symbol

Triumphal archway / potter's wheel

Yoni (animal-spirit)

tiger (male)

Used in marriage compatibility

Gana / Nadi

Rakshasa (intense) · Antya (Kapha)

Personality of Vishakha natives

Ambitious, goal-locked, willing to do what others won't to reach the prize. Vishakha natives often achieve worldly success through sustained focused effort; the shadow is the willingness to bend ethics for the goal.

Auspicious for

  • ✓Goal-setting rituals
  • ✓Major project launches
  • ✓Competitive endeavours

Traditionally avoided

  • ✗Marriage (the focus on goal can sideline the partner)