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Punarvasu
Punarvasu is a Nakshatra in Hindu astrology, which refers to the two brightest stars in the constellation of Gemini: Castor and Pollux. The stars Castor and Pollux (or in Greek, Polydeukes) were twin half-brothers in Greek and Roman mythology, known together as the Dioscuri. In Latin the twins are also known as the Gemini (literally “twins”)
The word Punarvasu is derived from Puna+ Vasu, which means return, renewal, restoration or repetition. The goddess of Punarvasu is Aditi (Mother of all Sun Gods)
As per Mahabharata (Śānti.34.96–98), Budha (Mercury God) came to Aditi’s home for food and not getting served when he was hungry, he curses her to take re-birth again and again. She was mother for Vivasvān second time. Yima was son of Vivasvan.
If you observe correctly, Sanskrit Yama is also interpreted as “the twin,” perhaps reflecting an Indo-Iranian belief in a primordial Yama and Yami pair. We can locate parallels between Avestan Yima and Sanskrit Yama, for instance, Yima was the son of Vivaŋhat, who in turn corresponds to the Vedic Vivasvat, “he who shines out”, a divinity of the Sun.
The Gods, the children of Aditi, are basically and essentially are different from children of Diti, who are demons. This nakshatra is all about getting things back to it.
This is the birth nakshatra of Lord Rama as captured in Valmiki Ramayana.
“On completion of the ritual six seasons have passed by and then in the twelfth month, on the ninth day of Chaitra month [April–May,] when the presiding deity of ruling star of the day is Aditi, where the ruling star of day is Punarvasu (Nakshatra), the asterism is in the ascendant, and when five of the nine planets viz., Sun, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus are at their highest position, when Jupiter with Moon is ascendant in Cancer, and when day is advancing, then Queen Kausalya gave birth to a son with all the divine attributes like lotus-red eyes, lengthy arms, roseate lips, voice like drumbeat, and who took birth to delight the Ikshwaku dynasty, who is adored by all the worlds, and who is the greatly blessed epitome of Vishnu, namely Rama.”
— Book I: Bala Kanda, Ramayana by Valmiki, Chapter (Sarga) 18, Verse 8, 9, 10 and 11
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The seventh constellation, sign ruled by Mercury (Gemini) for the first two third parts and by Moon (Cancer) for the second one third part and the star is governed by Jupiter.
Symbol: A quiver of arrows
Meaning: Prosperous again or return of the light
Deity: Aditi, the mother of the demigods
Location: 20.00 Gemini to 3.20 Cancer
Stars: Castor and Pollux
Lord: Jupiter
Varna (Caste): Vaishya (merchant class)
Guna (Quality): Sattwic (Pure)
Gana (Nature): Deva (Divine)
Yoni (Sexual Type): Cat
Alphabets: Kay as in Katie, Ko as in Kodak, Ha as in Hart, Hee as in Hero
Part of the body: Ear, throat, shoulder blades, respiratory system, diaphragm, pancreas and thoracic region.
Diseases: Pleurisy, bronchitis, pneumonia, pericardium inflammation, swelling and pain in the ear, lung problems, pulmonary apoplexy, dropsy, irregular appetite, tuberculosis and liver complaint.
Profession: Success in journalism, editing, publishing, advertising, publicity, law, literature, insurance agency, finance broker, accountants, auditors, engineer, counselor, interpreter, secretary, astrologer, mathematician, clerk, postman, provision dealers, banker, physician, religious head, dealers in fluids, nurse, midwife and water supplier.
The seventh constellation, sign ruled by Mercury (Gemini) for the first two third parts and by Moon (Cancer) for the second one third part and the star is governed by Jupiter.
Symbol: A quiver of arrows
Meaning: Prosperous again or return of the light
Deity: Aditi, the mother of the demigods
Location: 20.00 Gemini to 3.20 Cancer
Stars: Castor and Pollux
Lord: Jupiter
Varna (Caste): Vaishya (merchant class)
Guna (Quality): Sattwic (Pure)
Gana (Nature): Deva (Divine)
Yoni (Sexual Type): Cat
Alphabets: Kay as in Katie, Ko as in Kodak, Ha as in Hart, Hee as in Hero
Part of the body: Ear, throat, shoulder blades, respiratory system, diaphragm, pancreas and thoracic region.
Diseases: Pleurisy, bronchitis, pneumonia, pericardium inflammation, swelling and pain in the ear, lung problems, pulmonary apoplexy, dropsy, irregular appetite, tuberculosis and liver complaint.
Profession: Success in journalism, editing, publishing, advertising, publicity, law, literature, insurance agency, finance broker, accountants, auditors, engineer, counselor, interpreter, secretary, astrologer, mathematician, clerk, postman, provision dealers, banker, physician, religious head, dealers in fluids, nurse, midwife and water supplier.
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Punarvasu “return of the light” 20.00 Gemini to 3.20 Cancer
Symbol: a bow and quiver (case that contains the arrows)
Deity: Aditi, the mother of the gods. She was boundless, vast and limitless, goddess of abundance.
Stars:Castor and Pollux the Gemini twins. The full meaning is “the two who give back the good.”
Castor was the mortal twin known for his skill in horsemanship and the star suggests intellect, honor and sudden fame, sometimes followed by sudden loss.
Pollux the immortal twin was famed for skill in boxing. This star gives a courageous but cold and heartless nature.
Mythology: Goddess Aditi is as vast and limitless as the sky. Her ability is the power to gain wealth and abundance. She is the earth goddess for productivity. Aditi is associated with virtues and strives to act nobly. She has 12 sons called the Adityas. The Adityas are related to the 12 months of the year and represent the 12 sovereign principles. Because of this she is worshiped for blessings and protection of children.
Indications: This is referred to as the “Star of Renewal”. After the bleak storms of Ardra the light appears again. Those with this nakshatra have the ability to bounce back, for they have limitless inner resources and no boundaries to what they can accomplish. They are deeply philosophical, inspirational, and spiritual with a genuine understanding that brings them wisdom. They hardly seem to have a shadow side. They are likable, charming, and because of their forgiving ways, others forgive them easily. They love to travel, but just as the arrow is returned to the quiver so must these natives have a home base and family to return to. There is a definite theme of return and renewal. As they give back to the world their prosperity doubles, for this is a very prosperous nakshatra. They don’t have the need for a lot, they are content with little.
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Punuravasu Nakshatra in Astrology
Punarvasu Nakshatra: Range20°00’ Gemini - 3°20’ Cancer.
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Deity: Aditi, Mother of all demigods.
Symbol: Bow & Arrow.
Gana (nature): Deva (God).
Animal symbol: Female cat.
Sounds: kay, ko, haa, hee.
Primary Motivation: Artha, material prosperity.
Punarvasu Nakshatra comes under in the domain of planet mercury (Gemini 20° 00’) and moon (Cancer 3° 20’) ruled by planet Jupiter. This nakshatra revels in abstract thought and has a lively and profound imagination. Punarvasu Nakshatra is the seventh Nakshatra called ‘’The Star of Renewal’’. This nakshatra mainly reside in the constellation of Gemini, the twin. It consists of five stars, including Castor and Pollux. The last pada is placed in cancer, the crab. Punarvasu, The star of renewal, which means purifying, cleansing, excellent, and good. The primary symbols of this illuminating nakshatra are a bow and a quiver of arrows. Punarvasu means “the return of the light” and has the divine ability to bring spiritual light into darkness. Punarvasu reflects purity, satya (truth) and strong moral values and strong sense of virtue of right and wrong. They keep up their word and uphold promises given by them. If the person may become materialistic well selfish, but will always return to the balanced, and correct path. Rehabilitation (‘’The Star of Renewal’’) is a key word here, and change in personality. Punarvasu Nakshatra brings about the return of energy and vitality, like the return of the monsoon rains after the dry season. It causes our creative growths and inspirations to be renewed. It denotes the ideas of abode, residence, back to home, sojourn, recurrence, commencement, to shine or grow bright again, to enter into life again.
The Ruling Deity is the Mother Goddess Aditi, who bestows her creative abundance on all who seek her blessings. Her power is the ability to gain wealth or substance. Aditi is the earth Goddess who grants all abundance and gives birth to all the Gods. Aditi, the mother goddess, is beyond form and boundless. She is goddess of space and also of the earth. Punarvasu people love freedom and expansion. The have the natural ability to create wealth and prosperity. It is a deva nakshatra with the primary motivation of artha or material prosperity. due to influence of jupiter and mercury, great potential in the communication field can blossom here. Persons born in Punarvasu Star attract others by their sweet talk. Its primary symbol is a quiver of arrows, which reflect the ability to launch successful projects. The lunar influence gives contentment, slow learners and decent people. In Punarvasu, the native is possessed of profound intelligence, capable of delving into and understand all manner of philosophical and metaphysical belief.
The shadow side of this Lunar mansions is tendency to over intellectualize life experience, which can produce a critical nature. This true in first three pada, which falls in the sign of Gemini. Mental vacillation may also be experienced at the cusp of this lunar mansion. Those born in this nakshatra have trials in their life.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 1: Falls in Aries Navamsa and is ruled by Mars. This pada relates to the moveable, adventurous and pioneering side of Punarvasu. Focus here is on friendships, goals and group work.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 2: Falls in Taurus Navamsa ruled by Venus. This pada relates to the materialistic, aspect of life.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 3: Falls in Gemini Navamsa ruled by Mercury. This pada focus on mental activities, imagination and science.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 4: Falls in Cancer Navamsa ruled by Moon. This pada is a maternal, nurturing and expansive pada, which brings out the mothering quality of Punarvasu to the fullest. Jupiter finds its maximum exaltation here.
Ascendant in Punarvasu Nakshatra: One can refer to the many images of Rama, incarnation of Vishnu, to understand the appearance of this nakshatra (especially the part which lies in Cancer). These people are charitable, and successful in business.
Sun in Punarvasu Nakshatra: purifying, cleansing, they are givers and famous, great intellectual prowess, gifts in the communication fields, happy, friendly, and good social status.
Moon in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Emotionally overwhelmed, self-controlled, religiously inclined, fickle nature, and indecisive. The moon on Punarvasu indicates a person with strong inner resources and ability to bounce back from difficulties.
Mars in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Aggressive, active, enthusiastic, motivated, freedom loving, action towards good goals.
Mercury in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Thoughtful, intelligent, thinker, good speech, speak very clearly, learned in the sciences, soft and sweet voice, writing skill, and self-publishing, .
Jupiter in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Philosophical, inspirational, charitable and spiritual in nature, which gives wisdom, natural educators, with pronounced interest in religious belief systems and ritual traditions.
Venus in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Poetic, passionate, fun loving, acting skill, interested in personal decorated with gems and gold ornaments.
Saturn in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Saturn is significator for unhappiness, obstacles and destruction. It destroys the old bad habits to bring new good life.
Rahu in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Rahu in Punarvasu deals with the wandering mind in search of its true identity and creates a psychological need to mother and love others.
Ketu in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Ketu in Punarvasu is learning to love ourselves spiritually, and it gradually bring a change towards awareness, peace and happiness.
Punuravasu Nakshatra in Astrology
Punarvasu Nakshatra: Range20°00’ Gemini - 3°20’ Cancer.
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Deity: Aditi, Mother of all demigods.
Symbol: Bow & Arrow.
Gana (nature): Deva (God).
Animal symbol: Female cat.
Sounds: kay, ko, haa, hee.
Primary Motivation: Artha, material prosperity.
Punarvasu Nakshatra comes under in the domain of planet mercury (Gemini 20° 00’) and moon (Cancer 3° 20’) ruled by planet Jupiter. This nakshatra revels in abstract thought and has a lively and profound imagination. Punarvasu Nakshatra is the seventh Nakshatra called ‘’The Star of Renewal’’. This nakshatra mainly reside in the constellation of Gemini, the twin. It consists of five stars, including Castor and Pollux. The last pada is placed in cancer, the crab. Punarvasu, The star of renewal, which means purifying, cleansing, excellent, and good. The primary symbols of this illuminating nakshatra are a bow and a quiver of arrows. Punarvasu means “the return of the light” and has the divine ability to bring spiritual light into darkness. Punarvasu reflects purity, satya (truth) and strong moral values and strong sense of virtue of right and wrong. They keep up their word and uphold promises given by them. If the person may become materialistic well selfish, but will always return to the balanced, and correct path. Rehabilitation (‘’The Star of Renewal’’) is a key word here, and change in personality. Punarvasu Nakshatra brings about the return of energy and vitality, like the return of the monsoon rains after the dry season. It causes our creative growths and inspirations to be renewed. It denotes the ideas of abode, residence, back to home, sojourn, recurrence, commencement, to shine or grow bright again, to enter into life again.
The Ruling Deity is the Mother Goddess Aditi, who bestows her creative abundance on all who seek her blessings. Her power is the ability to gain wealth or substance. Aditi is the earth Goddess who grants all abundance and gives birth to all the Gods. Aditi, the mother goddess, is beyond form and boundless. She is goddess of space and also of the earth. Punarvasu people love freedom and expansion. The have the natural ability to create wealth and prosperity. It is a deva nakshatra with the primary motivation of artha or material prosperity. due to influence of jupiter and mercury, great potential in the communication field can blossom here. Persons born in Punarvasu Star attract others by their sweet talk. Its primary symbol is a quiver of arrows, which reflect the ability to launch successful projects. The lunar influence gives contentment, slow learners and decent people. In Punarvasu, the native is possessed of profound intelligence, capable of delving into and understand all manner of philosophical and metaphysical belief.
The shadow side of this Lunar mansions is tendency to over intellectualize life experience, which can produce a critical nature. This true in first three pada, which falls in the sign of Gemini. Mental vacillation may also be experienced at the cusp of this lunar mansion. Those born in this nakshatra have trials in their life.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 1: Falls in Aries Navamsa and is ruled by Mars. This pada relates to the moveable, adventurous and pioneering side of Punarvasu. Focus here is on friendships, goals and group work.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 2: Falls in Taurus Navamsa ruled by Venus. This pada relates to the materialistic, aspect of life.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 3: Falls in Gemini Navamsa ruled by Mercury. This pada focus on mental activities, imagination and science.
Punarvasu Nakshatra Pada 4: Falls in Cancer Navamsa ruled by Moon. This pada is a maternal, nurturing and expansive pada, which brings out the mothering quality of Punarvasu to the fullest. Jupiter finds its maximum exaltation here.
Ascendant in Punarvasu Nakshatra: One can refer to the many images of Rama, incarnation of Vishnu, to understand the appearance of this nakshatra (especially the part which lies in Cancer). These people are charitable, and successful in business.
Sun in Punarvasu Nakshatra: purifying, cleansing, they are givers and famous, great intellectual prowess, gifts in the communication fields, happy, friendly, and good social status.
Moon in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Emotionally overwhelmed, self-controlled, religiously inclined, fickle nature, and indecisive. The moon on Punarvasu indicates a person with strong inner resources and ability to bounce back from difficulties.
Mars in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Aggressive, active, enthusiastic, motivated, freedom loving, action towards good goals.
Mercury in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Thoughtful, intelligent, thinker, good speech, speak very clearly, learned in the sciences, soft and sweet voice, writing skill, and self-publishing, .
Jupiter in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Philosophical, inspirational, charitable and spiritual in nature, which gives wisdom, natural educators, with pronounced interest in religious belief systems and ritual traditions.
Venus in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Poetic, passionate, fun loving, acting skill, interested in personal decorated with gems and gold ornaments.
Saturn in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Saturn is significator for unhappiness, obstacles and destruction. It destroys the old bad habits to bring new good life.
Rahu in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Rahu in Punarvasu deals with the wandering mind in search of its true identity and creates a psychological need to mother and love others.
Ketu in Punarvasu Nakshatra: Ketu in Punarvasu is learning to love ourselves spiritually, and it gradually bring a change towards awareness, peace and happiness.
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PUNARVASU 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 Punarvasu are below:
Sanskrit Name: अश्विनी (Punarvasu) comes from the Sanskrit words पुनर् (once again) and वसु (wealth or excellence). One meaning of Punarvasu is “restored wealth,” indicating good fortune, morality, and a high-minded nature.
Planetary Ruler: Jupiter. In Vedic theology, Jupiter is considered to be the advisor and guru of the gods and is known as Brhaspati. Jupiter is associated with wisdom, virtue, and spirituality.
Nakshatra Group: Godly. Nakshatras are divided into three classes — monsters, humans, and gods. Punarvasu 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: Gemini (1st through 3rd quarter) and Cancer (4th quarter). Gemini natives are intelligent, analytical, imaginative, and thoughtful individuals skilled at rhetoric. Cancer natives are wise and creative, sensitive to the feelings and needs of those around them.
Deity: Aditi. The mother of the gods, Aditi is nurturing and bestows success and prosperity. She is also the wife of the great sage, Kashyapa Muni.
Symbol: Bow and quiver. This represents readiness, protection, focus, and a sharp mind.
Power: To gain or produce wealth. Punarvasu is conducive nakshatra for launching successful projects, and it brings prosperity to its natives.
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 Punarvasu are Ke (के), Ko (को), Ha (हा), and Hee (ही). The syllable of a person’s first name is sometimes used when calculating an astrological chart if the time of birth is unknown.
Strengths
Punarvasus possess good-natured dispositions that win many friends. You are friendly and easy to talk to. Pleasing you isn’t a difficult thing to do, and your ability to find pleasure in your current surroundings makes you a fun companion.
People confide in you because you are honest, intelligent, and generally give good advice. You like to examine and analyze life and its events, and are often insightful. You are someone who can be trusted and are unlikely to try to cheat or deceive others.
A tendency to think deeply about life makes you philosophical. It’s likely that you subscribe to some kind of religious beliefs, as you are religious and spiritual by nature.
An active imagination and clever mind ensure that you are always coming up with new, creative ideas — your creativity is one of your defining features. Not only do you come up with many ideas, but luck seems to generally be on your side. Whatever projects you embark on seem to do well, and you experience prosperity in life.
Punarvasu Careers
Your creativity and intelligence will help you excel in careers where you are able to utilize them. Punarvasus should avoid careers that are too routine, where you are likely to get bored.
Some ideal professions include:
Writer, publisher, or editor
Airplane pilot, travel journalist, or travel and hospitality worker
Member of the clergy or other spiritual vocation
Artist or craftsman
Weaknesses
Punarvasus have difficulty staying committed to projects or relationships. You are always looking for pleasure and enjoyment, and when you cease to find it in something, you move on to something else. Excessive lust, both for sex and other material pleasures, can lead you on an endless quest that will never leave you satisfied.
At times you can be apathetic and lazy, unwilling to invest yourself fully in anything. Decision-making is hard for you since you don’t like having to make up your mind. As a result, you are restless and often careless, frequently becoming bored with your current situation but unsure what you would rather be doing.
Although you can be easily pleased, you are also rarely satisfied. Your heightened intelligence tends to overanalyze and will always be able to find flaws in everything around you. Dissatisfaction leaves you feeling unsettled and can make you critical or condescending. This is especially true of Punarvasus whose moons fall in Gemini.
Recommended: Learn more about your moon sign. If you were born in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd quarters of Punarvasu, your moon sign is Gemini. If you were born in the 4th quarter of Punarvasu, your moon sign is Cancer.
Other Personality Traits
You live in the moment. You aren’t likely to spend excessive amounts of time caught up in the past or daydreaming about the future. This makes you present and capable of appreciating the life you are currently living.
You succeed when you give 100%. It’s not often that you fully devote yourself to something. Frequently, your approach to things is half-hearted. However, when you do commit yourself to something it is almost certain to be successful.
You tend to over-intellectualize life. Your intellectual abilities are considerable, but you may not know when to stop intellectualizing and actually do something. It can become a sort of defense mechanism that you use to avoid dealing with conflicts or making decisions.
Punarvasu Compatibility
Punarvasu sexuality is symbolized by a female cat. In terms of physical compatibility, this makes them an ideal match for persons born under Ashlesha nakshatra.
Based on holistic matching, Punarvasus are most likely to find happiness in long-term partnerships with:
Ashvini (for female natives)
Hasta (for male natives)
For Punarvasu natives in Gemini (1st-3rd Quarter)
Mrigashiras in Gemini
Ardra
Hasta (for female natives)
Swati
Dhanishtas in Aquarius (for female natives)
Shatabisha
For Punarvasu natives in Cancer (4th Quarter)
Mrigashiras in Taurus (for female natives)
Pushya
Ashlesha (for male natives)
Anuradha
Jyeshta (for male natives)
Shravana
Uttara-bhadrapada
Revati
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.
Punarvasu’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 (20:00-23:20 degrees Gemini): Aries. There’s nothing you like better than an adventure. Energetic, active, and never afraid to try something new, you are an experienced and worldly individual. However, your passionate nature can make you aggressive and harsh with people that get in your way.
Second Quarter (23:20-26:40 degrees Gemini): Taurus. People are drawn to your charismatic personality and you are popular and well-liked. You are talented and artistic, with a keen eye for beauty and an appreciation for the finer things in life. You like to live opulently.
Third Quarter (26:40-30:00 degrees Gemini): Gemini. With the influence of Gemini so prominent in your life, your mind is definitely your greatest asset. You are intelligent and imaginative. It’s unlikely that you will struggle materially — you are business savvy and will do well in your career.
Fourth Quarter (30:00 degrees Gemini – 3:20 degrees Cancer): Cancer. You often put others’ needs before your own. You are compassionate, nurturing, and sensitive. Although sensitivity is sometimes associated with fragility, you have a great inner strength that will see you through life’s ups and downs.
Punarvasu 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 Punarvasu is Chara, “mobile.” Punarvasu is an excellent nakshatra for:
Buying a vehicle
Changing residence, jobs, or other life changes
Beginning a pilgrimage
Planting vegetables or other crops, and general gardening work
Travel
PUNARVASU 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 Punarvasu are below:
Sanskrit Name: अश्विनी (Punarvasu) comes from the Sanskrit words पुनर् (once again) and वसु (wealth or excellence). One meaning of Punarvasu is “restored wealth,” indicating good fortune, morality, and a high-minded nature.
Planetary Ruler: Jupiter. In Vedic theology, Jupiter is considered to be the advisor and guru of the gods and is known as Brhaspati. Jupiter is associated with wisdom, virtue, and spirituality.
Nakshatra Group: Godly. Nakshatras are divided into three classes — monsters, humans, and gods. Punarvasu 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: Gemini (1st through 3rd quarter) and Cancer (4th quarter). Gemini natives are intelligent, analytical, imaginative, and thoughtful individuals skilled at rhetoric. Cancer natives are wise and creative, sensitive to the feelings and needs of those around them.
Deity: Aditi. The mother of the gods, Aditi is nurturing and bestows success and prosperity. She is also the wife of the great sage, Kashyapa Muni.
Symbol: Bow and quiver. This represents readiness, protection, focus, and a sharp mind.
Power: To gain or produce wealth. Punarvasu is conducive nakshatra for launching successful projects, and it brings prosperity to its natives.
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 Punarvasu are Ke (के), Ko (को), Ha (हा), and Hee (ही). The syllable of a person’s first name is sometimes used when calculating an astrological chart if the time of birth is unknown.
Strengths
Punarvasus possess good-natured dispositions that win many friends. You are friendly and easy to talk to. Pleasing you isn’t a difficult thing to do, and your ability to find pleasure in your current surroundings makes you a fun companion.
People confide in you because you are honest, intelligent, and generally give good advice. You like to examine and analyze life and its events, and are often insightful. You are someone who can be trusted and are unlikely to try to cheat or deceive others.
A tendency to think deeply about life makes you philosophical. It’s likely that you subscribe to some kind of religious beliefs, as you are religious and spiritual by nature.
An active imagination and clever mind ensure that you are always coming up with new, creative ideas — your creativity is one of your defining features. Not only do you come up with many ideas, but luck seems to generally be on your side. Whatever projects you embark on seem to do well, and you experience prosperity in life.
Punarvasu Careers
Your creativity and intelligence will help you excel in careers where you are able to utilize them. Punarvasus should avoid careers that are too routine, where you are likely to get bored.
Some ideal professions include:
Writer, publisher, or editor
Airplane pilot, travel journalist, or travel and hospitality worker
Member of the clergy or other spiritual vocation
Artist or craftsman
Weaknesses
Punarvasus have difficulty staying committed to projects or relationships. You are always looking for pleasure and enjoyment, and when you cease to find it in something, you move on to something else. Excessive lust, both for sex and other material pleasures, can lead you on an endless quest that will never leave you satisfied.
At times you can be apathetic and lazy, unwilling to invest yourself fully in anything. Decision-making is hard for you since you don’t like having to make up your mind. As a result, you are restless and often careless, frequently becoming bored with your current situation but unsure what you would rather be doing.
Although you can be easily pleased, you are also rarely satisfied. Your heightened intelligence tends to overanalyze and will always be able to find flaws in everything around you. Dissatisfaction leaves you feeling unsettled and can make you critical or condescending. This is especially true of Punarvasus whose moons fall in Gemini.
Recommended: Learn more about your moon sign. If you were born in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd quarters of Punarvasu, your moon sign is Gemini. If you were born in the 4th quarter of Punarvasu, your moon sign is Cancer.
Other Personality Traits
You live in the moment. You aren’t likely to spend excessive amounts of time caught up in the past or daydreaming about the future. This makes you present and capable of appreciating the life you are currently living.
You succeed when you give 100%. It’s not often that you fully devote yourself to something. Frequently, your approach to things is half-hearted. However, when you do commit yourself to something it is almost certain to be successful.
You tend to over-intellectualize life. Your intellectual abilities are considerable, but you may not know when to stop intellectualizing and actually do something. It can become a sort of defense mechanism that you use to avoid dealing with conflicts or making decisions.
Punarvasu Compatibility
Punarvasu sexuality is symbolized by a female cat. In terms of physical compatibility, this makes them an ideal match for persons born under Ashlesha nakshatra.
Based on holistic matching, Punarvasus are most likely to find happiness in long-term partnerships with:
Ashvini (for female natives)
Hasta (for male natives)
For Punarvasu natives in Gemini (1st-3rd Quarter)
Mrigashiras in Gemini
Ardra
Hasta (for female natives)
Swati
Dhanishtas in Aquarius (for female natives)
Shatabisha
For Punarvasu natives in Cancer (4th Quarter)
Mrigashiras in Taurus (for female natives)
Pushya
Ashlesha (for male natives)
Anuradha
Jyeshta (for male natives)
Shravana
Uttara-bhadrapada
Revati
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.
Punarvasu’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 (20:00-23:20 degrees Gemini): Aries. There’s nothing you like better than an adventure. Energetic, active, and never afraid to try something new, you are an experienced and worldly individual. However, your passionate nature can make you aggressive and harsh with people that get in your way.
Second Quarter (23:20-26:40 degrees Gemini): Taurus. People are drawn to your charismatic personality and you are popular and well-liked. You are talented and artistic, with a keen eye for beauty and an appreciation for the finer things in life. You like to live opulently.
Third Quarter (26:40-30:00 degrees Gemini): Gemini. With the influence of Gemini so prominent in your life, your mind is definitely your greatest asset. You are intelligent and imaginative. It’s unlikely that you will struggle materially — you are business savvy and will do well in your career.
Fourth Quarter (30:00 degrees Gemini – 3:20 degrees Cancer): Cancer. You often put others’ needs before your own. You are compassionate, nurturing, and sensitive. Although sensitivity is sometimes associated with fragility, you have a great inner strength that will see you through life’s ups and downs.
Punarvasu 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 Punarvasu is Chara, “mobile.” Punarvasu is an excellent nakshatra for:
Buying a vehicle
Changing residence, jobs, or other life changes
Beginning a pilgrimage
Planting vegetables or other crops, and general gardening work
Travel