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Mrigashirsha
Sanskrit mṛgaśiraṣa (popularly spelled Mārgaśīrṣa/Mṛgaśira) (Devanagari: मृगशीर्ष) (Tamil: மிருகசீரிடம்) (Sinhalese: Muwasirasa) (Kannada: ಮೃಗಶಿರ) the 5th nakshatra or lunar mansion as used in Hindu astronomy and astrology is the constellation Orion. The term Mṛgaśira (मृगशिर) a composite of two Sanskrit words, mṛga (मृग) meaning animal/beast and śira (शिर) meaning head or precisely, the top of the head. Thus Mṛgaśira (मृगशिर) is the correct name of the star, while Mārgaśīrṣa (मार्गशीर्ष) is the name of the month related to Mṛgaśira, i.e., the month in which moon will be in conjuncture with the Mṛgaśira nakshatra. In Malayalam it is called Makayeeram.
Mahabharata (Vana.221.15) tells us that Soma’s brother is Agni, and his sister is Rohini. The two brothers, Soma and Agni stand on both sides of their sister. To one side of Rohini is Soma’s star, Mṛgaśīrṣā. To the other side is Agni’s star, Krittika.
B G Tilak in his ‘Orion and antiquity of Vedas’ mentions on Bhagvad Gita with Lord Krishna saying: ‘Among Nakshatras I am Mrigashirsha’ (Among the asterisms on ecliptic, I am the Orion). In Vedic thought the two stars Rohini and Mrigashirsha are thought to be the most sacred region in space and are described as the head of Prajapati.
In Vedic tradition, soma (Sanskrit: सोम) is a ritual drink] of importance among the early Vedic Indians. In both the ancient religions of Historical Vedic religion and Zoroastrianism, the name of the drink and the plant are the same. The Rigveda mentions it particularly in the Soma Mandala. Several section of Ṛig Veda (9) is dedicated to Soma as giver of immortality (Amrita). Rig Veda 9.42 goes refers Soma the “immortality of the immortals” and the “godhood within the gods.” Elixir made from the Soma plant is known for giving legendary power for several Rig Vedic Gods to fight against evils.
Mrigashirsha - Head of a Deer
Mrigashirsha - Head of a Deer
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The fifth constellation, sign ruled by Venus (Taurus) for half part and by Mercury (Gemini) for the next half and the star is governed by Mars.
Symbol: Deer’s head
Meaning: Head of a deer
Deity: Soma or Chandra, the Moon god
Location: 23.20 Taurus to 6.40 Gemini
Stars: Lambda and Phi Orion
Lord: Mars
Varna (Caste): Servant
Guna (Quality): Tamasic (Inertia)
Gana (Nature): Deva (Divine)
Yoni (Sexual Type): Serpent
Alphabets: Ve as in Vela, Vo as in Vocal, Ka as in Katherine, Kee as in Keanu
Part of the body: Chin, cheeks, jugular vein, tonsils, vocal cord, shoulders, ears, thymus gland and upper ribs.
Diseases: Injuries or disease in neck area, goiter, constipation, adenoids.
Profession: Related to estate, land, building, instrumental music, tailor, dressmaker, fertilizer, engineering, tax department, skins and hides, tobacco, confectionary, veterinary doctors, cart men, rickshaw pullers, taxi drivers, fruit sellers, electrical goods, surgical instruments, telephones, cables, wires, mathematicians, ambassadors, astronomers, building contractors, radio, press, publications, salesman, agents, brokers, gains through business of textiles, photography, jewelers, and luxury items.
The fifth constellation, sign ruled by Venus (Taurus) for half part and by Mercury (Gemini) for the next half and the star is governed by Mars.
Symbol: Deer’s head
Meaning: Head of a deer
Deity: Soma or Chandra, the Moon god
Location: 23.20 Taurus to 6.40 Gemini
Stars: Lambda and Phi Orion
Lord: Mars
Varna (Caste): Servant
Guna (Quality): Tamasic (Inertia)
Gana (Nature): Deva (Divine)
Yoni (Sexual Type): Serpent
Alphabets: Ve as in Vela, Vo as in Vocal, Ka as in Katherine, Kee as in Keanu
Part of the body: Chin, cheeks, jugular vein, tonsils, vocal cord, shoulders, ears, thymus gland and upper ribs.
Diseases: Injuries or disease in neck area, goiter, constipation, adenoids.
Profession: Related to estate, land, building, instrumental music, tailor, dressmaker, fertilizer, engineering, tax department, skins and hides, tobacco, confectionary, veterinary doctors, cart men, rickshaw pullers, taxi drivers, fruit sellers, electrical goods, surgical instruments, telephones, cables, wires, mathematicians, ambassadors, astronomers, building contractors, radio, press, publications, salesman, agents, brokers, gains through business of textiles, photography, jewelers, and luxury items.
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Mrigashira “head of a deer” 23.20 Taurus to 6.40 Gemini
Symbol: deer’s head (antelope)
Deity: Soma, the Moon god (Chandra)
Stars: Orion, a group of stars that represent the Hunter in the sky.
Bellatrix, on the left shoulder of Orion, means “female warrior” and gives military honors.
Mythology: Orion was the sky god Prajapati, the world maker. He became obsessed with his beautiful daughter Rohini and chased her though this part of the sky, changing forms for swiftness. One of the forms was the antelope. To save Rohini, Shiva shot an arrow through Prajapati sending him crashing down to earth, destroying the oneness of the Universe.
Indications: This is referred to as the “star of searching”. These individuals are constantly searching or looking for something. They are restless, nervous types always traveling. They are collectors seeking one more piece to add to their collections. They love to shop and find that special deal, but the shopping or searching never ends. They are highly intelligent investigators and researchers whose quest will eventually take them to spiritual dimensions of their soul. Like the deer they are gentle, peaceful and tender, and have large soft doe-like eyes. There is a sensual provocative side that can lead to incestuous relationships as the myth suggests. But the fun is in the chase or the journey not the destination, for then the thrill is over. They are known for having beautiful children.
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MRIGASHIRA NAKSHATRA: A COMPLETE GUIDE
Vrindavani Briant
Nov. 8, 2019
Overview
Every nakshatra has its own set of fixed attributes. This includes planetary ruler, nakshatra group, zodiac sign, deity, symbol, and power. The features of Mrigashira are below:
Sanskrit Name: मृगशीर (Mrigashira) comes from the Sanskrit words मृग (animal) and शिर (head). One meaning of Mrigashira is a “the head of an animal,” indicating a sense of adventure, excitement, and a strong intuition.
Planetary Ruler: Mars. The Romans worshiped Mars as the god of war, a tradition that had its roots in the scriptures of Vedic India. Mars is associated with masculinity, power, vitality, courage, and conflict.
Nakshatra Group: Godly. Nakshatras are divided into three classes — monsters, humans, and gods. Mrigashira is a godly nakshatra. People in this group are generally good-natured and fortunate in life. However, they may struggle with pride and a sense of entitlement.
Zodiac Sign: Taurus (1st and 2nd quarter) and Gemini (3rd and 4th quarter). Taurus natives are light-hearted, reliable, generous, likeable, obedient, and fond of sensual pleasures. Gemini natives are intelligent, analytical, imaginative, and thoughtful individuals skilled at rhetoric.
Deity: Soma. Soma is the lord of the mind and is also associated with medicine, nourishment, and fruits and vegetables.
Symbol: Deer’s head. This represents curiosity, playfulness, movement, wit, and boldness.
Power: To give fulfillment. This star bestows a sense of fulfillment and attainment through transformation and maturity.
Resonant Syllables: In India, the birth nakshatra is traditionally used as one means of choosing the name of a child. The corresponding syllables for the four quarters (padas) of Mrigashira are Ve (वे), Vo (वो), Ka (का), and Key (की). The syllable of a person’s first name is sometimes used when calculating an astrological chart if the time of birth is unknown.
Strengths
Mrigashira natives are learned individuals with brilliant minds and excellent research abilities. You think and act quickly. Energetic by nature, you are able to accomplish a great deal by applying that energy with perseverance and industry. You are unlikely to be caught in the middle of a mess — you like your surroundings to be clean and aesthetically pleasing. Good health is usually enjoyed by Mrigashiras.
A loveable and soft-hearted nature ensures that Mrigashiras are well-liked. Your honesty and optimism, combined with your vast knowledge, make you a valuable friend who can give excellent advice.
Mrigashiras whose moon falls in Taurus, in the lunar mansion’s first two quarters, are likely to possess poetic and musical talent. The creative influence of Venus, the ruling planet of Taurus, allows you to bring many ideas into existence. Taurus’s influence will also bring material affluence.
If your moon falls in Gemini, in Mrigashira’s latter two quarters, you will have great linguistic talent. Writing, public speaking, and debating are skills that come naturally to you. You are clever and curious, and your curiosity leads you into extensive research in many fields.
A sense of joy and peace generally follows Mrigashiras, whose sensitive, gentle, and perceptive natures make others feel comfortable in their company.
Mrigashira Careers
Mrigashiras do best in careers where their intelligence is engaged. Work that restricts them too much will make Mrigashiras feel restless and unfulfilled.
Some ideal professions include:
Teacher, professor, or researcher
Member of the clergy or other spiritual vocation
Writer, poet, artist, or musician
Travel agent, travel journalist, or other career that involves travel
Weaknesses
Mrigashira natives are used to being the most intelligent person in the room. This can make it difficult to develop humility. Arrogance, combined with your active nature, can lead you to be hasty — you might overlook important details and make decisions without consulting others. It can also result in aggressive behavior.
The analytical mind of a Mrigashira is never at rest. While it gives you insights and perceptions that make you seem like a genius to others, it also has its downsides. You can be suspicious and doubtful because you are too aware of the many ways a situation could go wrong. If you spend too much time thinking about potential problems, your natural optimism can give way to nervousness and fear.
Because your mind is always searching in a thousand directions at once, you can seem scattered. Although you are energetic, when you try to do too many things you’ll feel like you never accomplish anything. Making decisions can also be hard for you, as you can’t stop weighing the pros and cons of your options. It’s ironic that although you make others feels peaceful and comfortable, you struggle to do the same for yourself. You often feel restless.
Your ability to read other people can be misused. You often know what people want to hear, but this can cause you to fall into the habit of deceiving others. You may misrepresent yourself, your ideas, and your beliefs for the sake of popularity or some other material gain. Remember to have integrity and to practice what you preach, or your deception and hypocrisy will come back to haunt you in the end. This tendency to be fickle is especially prominent in Mrigashiras in Gemini.
Your sensual nature can get the better of you, leading you further and further from your true path in life in an endless quest for sensual satisfaction. It’s important for you to control your desire for comfort and pleasure. Overindulgence is never satisfying, and it can even lead to illness.
Recommended: Learn more about your moon sign. If you were born in the 1st or 2nd quarters of Mrigashira, your moon sign is Taurus. If you were born in the 3rd or 4th quarters of Mrigashira, your moon sign is Gemini.
Other Personality Traits
You are a quick learner. It doesn’t take you long to get the hang of new concepts or skills. Learning is something you excel at, whether you are learning how to cook or how to do geometry.
You are skilled at debate. You are a persuasive speaker and rarely lose a debate. Arguing like this is fun for you, but be mindful that not everyone likes to debate — you might come across as aggressive.
You are a natural scholar. You will do well in school. You are studious, unlikely to miss a class or forget to turn in an assignment — after all, learning is something you enjoy.
You are sensitive to criticism. You are accustomed to being right and it’s hard for you to handle criticism. Because of your sensitive nature, criticism affects you strongly. Try to look at criticism constructively rather than letting it get you down. When taken in this way, criticism can help you grow.
You may find grief in marriage. The ruling planet of Mrigashira is Mars, a planet whose aggressive influence can cause trouble in marriage. You may find it hard to stop analyzing your relationship, doubting it as you doubt most of your decisions. Multiple relationships and adultery can be avoided if you learn to be satisfied with your relationship and stop searching for something better.
Mrigashira Compatibility
Mrigashira sexuality is symbolized by a female serpent. In terms of physical compatibility, this makes them an ideal match for persons born under Rohini nakshatra.
Based on holistic matching, Mrigashiras are most likely to find happiness in long-term partnerships with:
Ashwini (for female natives)
Hasta
Swati
For Mrigashira natives in Taurus (1st-2nd Quarter):
Krittikas in Taurus (for female natives)
Rohini
Punarvasus in Cancer (for male natives)
Pushya
Uttara-phalgunis in Virgo
Anuradha
Uttara-ashadhas in Capricorn (for female natives)
Shravana
For Mrigashira natives in Gemini (3rd-4th Quarter):
Ardra
Punarvasus in Gemini
Purva-phalguni (for male natives)
Uttara-phalguni (for female natives)
Vishakhas in Libra (for male natives)
Shatabisha (for female natives)
Purva-bhadrapadas in Aquarius
Note: Compatibility in relationships is a complex science that looks at many different factors. You should always consult with an experienced astrologer who can carefully analyze the charts of both you and your partner.
Mrigashira’s Four Quarters (Padas)
Each nakshatra is divided into four quarters, also known as padas, of 3:20 degrees each. These quarters are based on a 1/9th divisional chart, known in Sanskrit as navamsha.
The moon’s position at your time of birth determines the quarter in which you are born.
First Quarter (23:20-26:40 degrees Taurus): Leo. You are a powerful individual who is uncompromising and unyielding. You are attractive in appearance. A position in the government would suit you well.
Second Quarter (26:40-30:00 degrees Taurus): Virgo. Knowledge is your primary focus. Your sharp mind makes you cunning and witty, and you have an excellent sense of humor. Patience comes naturally to you.
Third Quarter (0:00-3:20 degrees Gemini): Libra. You are kind-hearted and you love to socialize, a combination that wins you many friends. Your intelligence and imagination ensure that you are always coming up with original ideas.
Fourth Quarter (3:20-6:40 degrees Gemini): Scorpio. You are active and you always have a lot going on. You are intellectual and your opinions are well-informed. You are unwilling to surrender to anyone else’s demands, even for the sake of politeness. However, this unyielding tendency can cause you problems. You are straightforward, argumentative, and sometimes cruel.
Mrigashira in Electional Astrology
In electional astrology, also known as muhurtha, nakshatras are used to determine favorable days and times for important ceremonies and events, such as weddings, buying a new house or vehicle, commencing a project, or conceiving a child.
The electional nature of Mrigashira is Mridu, “soft” or “mild.” Mrigashira is an excellent nakshatra for:
Beginning a journey
Undergoing a medical operation
Marriage ceremonies
Conceiving a child
Purchasing new clothes or jewelry
MRIGASHIRA NAKSHATRA: A COMPLETE GUIDE
Vrindavani Briant
Nov. 8, 2019
Overview
Every nakshatra has its own set of fixed attributes. This includes planetary ruler, nakshatra group, zodiac sign, deity, symbol, and power. The features of Mrigashira are below:
Sanskrit Name: मृगशीर (Mrigashira) comes from the Sanskrit words मृग (animal) and शिर (head). One meaning of Mrigashira is a “the head of an animal,” indicating a sense of adventure, excitement, and a strong intuition.
Planetary Ruler: Mars. The Romans worshiped Mars as the god of war, a tradition that had its roots in the scriptures of Vedic India. Mars is associated with masculinity, power, vitality, courage, and conflict.
Nakshatra Group: Godly. Nakshatras are divided into three classes — monsters, humans, and gods. Mrigashira is a godly nakshatra. People in this group are generally good-natured and fortunate in life. However, they may struggle with pride and a sense of entitlement.
Zodiac Sign: Taurus (1st and 2nd quarter) and Gemini (3rd and 4th quarter). Taurus natives are light-hearted, reliable, generous, likeable, obedient, and fond of sensual pleasures. Gemini natives are intelligent, analytical, imaginative, and thoughtful individuals skilled at rhetoric.
Deity: Soma. Soma is the lord of the mind and is also associated with medicine, nourishment, and fruits and vegetables.
Symbol: Deer’s head. This represents curiosity, playfulness, movement, wit, and boldness.
Power: To give fulfillment. This star bestows a sense of fulfillment and attainment through transformation and maturity.
Resonant Syllables: In India, the birth nakshatra is traditionally used as one means of choosing the name of a child. The corresponding syllables for the four quarters (padas) of Mrigashira are Ve (वे), Vo (वो), Ka (का), and Key (की). The syllable of a person’s first name is sometimes used when calculating an astrological chart if the time of birth is unknown.
Strengths
Mrigashira natives are learned individuals with brilliant minds and excellent research abilities. You think and act quickly. Energetic by nature, you are able to accomplish a great deal by applying that energy with perseverance and industry. You are unlikely to be caught in the middle of a mess — you like your surroundings to be clean and aesthetically pleasing. Good health is usually enjoyed by Mrigashiras.
A loveable and soft-hearted nature ensures that Mrigashiras are well-liked. Your honesty and optimism, combined with your vast knowledge, make you a valuable friend who can give excellent advice.
Mrigashiras whose moon falls in Taurus, in the lunar mansion’s first two quarters, are likely to possess poetic and musical talent. The creative influence of Venus, the ruling planet of Taurus, allows you to bring many ideas into existence. Taurus’s influence will also bring material affluence.
If your moon falls in Gemini, in Mrigashira’s latter two quarters, you will have great linguistic talent. Writing, public speaking, and debating are skills that come naturally to you. You are clever and curious, and your curiosity leads you into extensive research in many fields.
A sense of joy and peace generally follows Mrigashiras, whose sensitive, gentle, and perceptive natures make others feel comfortable in their company.
Mrigashira Careers
Mrigashiras do best in careers where their intelligence is engaged. Work that restricts them too much will make Mrigashiras feel restless and unfulfilled.
Some ideal professions include:
Teacher, professor, or researcher
Member of the clergy or other spiritual vocation
Writer, poet, artist, or musician
Travel agent, travel journalist, or other career that involves travel
Weaknesses
Mrigashira natives are used to being the most intelligent person in the room. This can make it difficult to develop humility. Arrogance, combined with your active nature, can lead you to be hasty — you might overlook important details and make decisions without consulting others. It can also result in aggressive behavior.
The analytical mind of a Mrigashira is never at rest. While it gives you insights and perceptions that make you seem like a genius to others, it also has its downsides. You can be suspicious and doubtful because you are too aware of the many ways a situation could go wrong. If you spend too much time thinking about potential problems, your natural optimism can give way to nervousness and fear.
Because your mind is always searching in a thousand directions at once, you can seem scattered. Although you are energetic, when you try to do too many things you’ll feel like you never accomplish anything. Making decisions can also be hard for you, as you can’t stop weighing the pros and cons of your options. It’s ironic that although you make others feels peaceful and comfortable, you struggle to do the same for yourself. You often feel restless.
Your ability to read other people can be misused. You often know what people want to hear, but this can cause you to fall into the habit of deceiving others. You may misrepresent yourself, your ideas, and your beliefs for the sake of popularity or some other material gain. Remember to have integrity and to practice what you preach, or your deception and hypocrisy will come back to haunt you in the end. This tendency to be fickle is especially prominent in Mrigashiras in Gemini.
Your sensual nature can get the better of you, leading you further and further from your true path in life in an endless quest for sensual satisfaction. It’s important for you to control your desire for comfort and pleasure. Overindulgence is never satisfying, and it can even lead to illness.
Recommended: Learn more about your moon sign. If you were born in the 1st or 2nd quarters of Mrigashira, your moon sign is Taurus. If you were born in the 3rd or 4th quarters of Mrigashira, your moon sign is Gemini.
Other Personality Traits
You are a quick learner. It doesn’t take you long to get the hang of new concepts or skills. Learning is something you excel at, whether you are learning how to cook or how to do geometry.
You are skilled at debate. You are a persuasive speaker and rarely lose a debate. Arguing like this is fun for you, but be mindful that not everyone likes to debate — you might come across as aggressive.
You are a natural scholar. You will do well in school. You are studious, unlikely to miss a class or forget to turn in an assignment — after all, learning is something you enjoy.
You are sensitive to criticism. You are accustomed to being right and it’s hard for you to handle criticism. Because of your sensitive nature, criticism affects you strongly. Try to look at criticism constructively rather than letting it get you down. When taken in this way, criticism can help you grow.
You may find grief in marriage. The ruling planet of Mrigashira is Mars, a planet whose aggressive influence can cause trouble in marriage. You may find it hard to stop analyzing your relationship, doubting it as you doubt most of your decisions. Multiple relationships and adultery can be avoided if you learn to be satisfied with your relationship and stop searching for something better.
Mrigashira Compatibility
Mrigashira sexuality is symbolized by a female serpent. In terms of physical compatibility, this makes them an ideal match for persons born under Rohini nakshatra.
Based on holistic matching, Mrigashiras are most likely to find happiness in long-term partnerships with:
Ashwini (for female natives)
Hasta
Swati
For Mrigashira natives in Taurus (1st-2nd Quarter):
Krittikas in Taurus (for female natives)
Rohini
Punarvasus in Cancer (for male natives)
Pushya
Uttara-phalgunis in Virgo
Anuradha
Uttara-ashadhas in Capricorn (for female natives)
Shravana
For Mrigashira natives in Gemini (3rd-4th Quarter):
Ardra
Punarvasus in Gemini
Purva-phalguni (for male natives)
Uttara-phalguni (for female natives)
Vishakhas in Libra (for male natives)
Shatabisha (for female natives)
Purva-bhadrapadas in Aquarius
Note: Compatibility in relationships is a complex science that looks at many different factors. You should always consult with an experienced astrologer who can carefully analyze the charts of both you and your partner.
Mrigashira’s Four Quarters (Padas)
Each nakshatra is divided into four quarters, also known as padas, of 3:20 degrees each. These quarters are based on a 1/9th divisional chart, known in Sanskrit as navamsha.
The moon’s position at your time of birth determines the quarter in which you are born.
First Quarter (23:20-26:40 degrees Taurus): Leo. You are a powerful individual who is uncompromising and unyielding. You are attractive in appearance. A position in the government would suit you well.
Second Quarter (26:40-30:00 degrees Taurus): Virgo. Knowledge is your primary focus. Your sharp mind makes you cunning and witty, and you have an excellent sense of humor. Patience comes naturally to you.
Third Quarter (0:00-3:20 degrees Gemini): Libra. You are kind-hearted and you love to socialize, a combination that wins you many friends. Your intelligence and imagination ensure that you are always coming up with original ideas.
Fourth Quarter (3:20-6:40 degrees Gemini): Scorpio. You are active and you always have a lot going on. You are intellectual and your opinions are well-informed. You are unwilling to surrender to anyone else’s demands, even for the sake of politeness. However, this unyielding tendency can cause you problems. You are straightforward, argumentative, and sometimes cruel.
Mrigashira in Electional Astrology
In electional astrology, also known as muhurtha, nakshatras are used to determine favorable days and times for important ceremonies and events, such as weddings, buying a new house or vehicle, commencing a project, or conceiving a child.
The electional nature of Mrigashira is Mridu, “soft” or “mild.” Mrigashira is an excellent nakshatra for:
Beginning a journey
Undergoing a medical operation
Marriage ceremonies
Conceiving a child
Purchasing new clothes or jewelry