27 Nakshatras

The Vedic Archetypes of Your Inner World

In Vedic astrology, the 27 Nakshatras are lunar archetypes that reveal the emotional, spiritual, and karmic blueprint of the self.

Referenced in the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra and Phaladeepika, these star-clusters are not ruled by signs, but by the 9 Grahas, planetary forces that act as lenses for the soul's temperament.

Each Nakshatra is a living pattern: some grounded in duty, others in desire, liberation, or survival. Their planetary rulers shape the way you relate, respond, perceive, and grow.

This guide decodes the symbolism, psychology, and myth behind the 27 Nakshatras and their planetary lords, offering a more nuanced and timeless understanding of your inner world.

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