Indra is chief of the gods and lord of the skies & lightening. he is also the god of thunder. he is the dragon slayer (demon vritra). he is the ultimate warrior and generous hero and perpetually young looking. he rules the east direction and is symbolized by the bull. he is the controller of our senses ‘indriyas’).

Element Description
Diety Indra
Sounds No (नो), Ya (या) Yi (यी), Uu (यू)
Planet Mercury
Colour Cream
Gana Rakshasha Gana (Demon)
Animal Male Deer

Introduction to Jyeshtha Nakshatra

Welcome to the Jyeshtha Nakshatra! (The Chief or Elder Star) We’re excited you’re here.

Jyeshtha Nakshatra 1st Pada: The first pada falls on the Sagittarius Navamsa which is ruled by Jupiter. They are interested in higher studies as they display the qualities of Sagittarius; they strive a lot and ready to go an extra mile for their achievements.

We have to look janam kundali for detailed analysis:

  • Adulterous Nature and Illicit Affairs.
  • Eldest or taking Responsibilities of a Father.
  • Military, Police, Soldier, War Veteran/ Hero.
  • Alcoholism and Intoxication.
  • Brilliant and analytical abilities
  • Few friends
  • Cheerful and virtuous
  • Perfectionism
  • Superior and top positions
  • Egotism
  • Manipulative
  • Possesses many illnesses
  • Troubles in early life
  • Hypocritical and secretive behavior
  • Most successful in their family
  • Builds friendships and a support network
  • Resourceful
  • Generous
  • Self-reliant
  • Eventually wealthy
  • Takes charge of the family
  • Passionate
  • Reputable
  • Receives fame and honors
  • Self-reliant
  • Takes control and get things done
  • Fond of wit
  • Virtuous
  • Satisfied
  • Talented at music
  • Capacity for inventive design
  • Has creative genius
  • Interested in the occult
  • Can accomplish anything they set their minds to
  • Persevere to make a difference.
  • Short tempered
  • Affected by family problems
  • Too intense in nature
  • Self-important
  • Egotism
  • Hides their feelings and intentions
  • Peaceful demeanor
  • Covers impatience and immorality
  • Manipulative
  • Control issues
  • Irritable
  • Lonely
  • Possessive
  • Dramatizes illness and troubles to gain sympathy
  • Possesses many illnesses
  • Many job changes
  • Troubles in early life
  • Tormented
  • Hypocritical and secretive behavior
  • Musicians
  • Military leaders
  • Politicians
  • Bureaucrats
  • Police detectives
  • Engineers
  • Managers
  • Philosopher
  • Intellectuals
  • Self-employed
  • Government officials
  • Administrative posts
  • Reporters
  • Radio and tv commentators
  • Talk show hosts
  • Actors
  • Orators
  • Firemen
  • Trade unionists
  • Occultists
  • Mafia
  • Forest rangers
  • Professions with the salvation army
  • Manual labor
  • Athletes
  • Air traffic control
  • Radar
  • Surgeons

Nakshatra Padas

First Pada Second Pada Third Pada Fourth Pada
16°40′ – 20°00′ (08) 20°00′ – 23°20′ (08) 23°20′ – 26°40′ (08) 26°40′ – 30°00′ (08)
Navamsa: Sagittarius Navamsa: Capricorn Navamsa: Aquarius Navamsa: Pisces
Sound: No Sound: Ya (Yaa) Sound: Yi (Yee) Sound: Yu (Yoo)
Keyword: Generosity Keyword: Responsibility Keyword: Altruism Keyword: Sacrifice

Jyeshtha Nakshatra 1st Pada Characteristics Jyeshtha Nakshatra 2nd Pada Characteristics
Jyeshtha Nakshatra 3rd Pada Characteristics Jyeshtha Nakshatra 4th Pada Characteristics

Elements of Jyeshtha Nakshatra

Element Description
Star Jyeshtha Nakshatra
Sign Scorpio
Range 16°40′ – 30°00′ in Scorpio
Diety Indra
Planet Mercury
Meaning “Elder Sister”, “The Eldest”, “Senior Most”, “The Chief”, “Most Excellent or the Most Praiseworthy”, also “The Middle Finger”, “The Holy River Ganges”
Indication The Chief or Elder Star
Symbol Circular Amulet (the Circular Protective Talisman that may represent Vishnu’s Disc), Umbrella (symbolizes Protection and Status given by this nakshatra), Ear Ring
Shakti (Power) Arohana Shakti (The Power to “Rise above Perils and to Conquer the Subconscious” or the Power to “Rise, Overcome, Conquer, and Gain Courage in Battle”)
Basis Above To Attack
Basis Below To Defend
Desire To Gain Supremacy among the Gods
Body Part The Neck, the Right Side of the Trunk
Purushartha (Goal) Artha (Wealth or Material Pursuits)
Category of Star Tikshna (Sharp/ Dreadful)
Gana (Race) Rakshasa (Demon)
Guna (Quality) Sattwa
Varna Farmer/ Servant
Pancha Mahabhuta Air (Vayu)
TriMurthi Shiva (Dissolve)
Animal Deer
Bird Brahmani Duck, Jacobin Cuckoo (Chaathaka Pakshi)
Tree Shaamali, Semal, Red Silk-Cotton Tree, Pine (Latin Name: Bombax Ceiba)
Sounds No, Yaa, Yee, Yoo
Colour Cream
Tridosha Pitta (Bile or Fire + Water)
Yoni (Gender) Male
Direction West
Gotra (Clan) Atri (name translates as the “One who Consumes” or “One who Devours”)
Direction of Motion Tiryanga Mukha (Looking Straight/ Facing Forward/Level)
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