Ashlesha personalities are usually successful in business, politics, literature, and legal affairs. They are also suited for studying occult mysticism and astrology. Complex relationships with relatives can occur; a lack of compassion and inability to compromise make their marriages challenging. Such people often take on too many family obligations, which causes problems. An inflexible approach to life prevents their soul from finding peace. They may experience issues with the liver, heartburn, gas, unexplained pain in the legs, as well as addiction to drugs.
The destructive degrees of planets in the Ashlesha nakshatra are: Venus – 17° in Cancer, Moon – 22° in Cancer, Mars – 23° in Cancer, Jupiter – 27° in Cancer, It is advisable to avoid starting new activities during transits of these planets through destructive degrees or if they are located in such positions in the natal chart.
Janma (Starting something) – Ashlesha
Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth) – Ashwini, Magha, Mula
Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune) – Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha
Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security) – Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha
Pratyak (People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this) – Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships) – Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta
Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people) – Ardra, Swati, Shatabhisha
Mitra (Helpers) – Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada
Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends) – Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
Padas of Ashlesha Nakshatra
Pada 1 – Sagittarius Navamsha (16°40' – 20°0' in Cancer)
Jupiter rules this pada. This is one of the best padas of the Ashlesha nakshatra, beneficial for social life. It is the pada of wealth and fame, bringing wisdom, happiness, and generosity.
On the other hand, this pada gives the ability to perform the hardest work, connected to wars, illnesses, hostility, and other matters of the sixth house. Here, cold actions are combined with morality, ideology, altruism, philosophy, and working for a higher cause. This pada belongs to lawyers, attorneys, and religious leaders.
Pada 2 – Capricorn Navamsha (20°0' – 23°20' in Cancer)
Saturn rules this pada. Such people are very ambitious, focused on their career throughout life, not keeping random people close. This pada may push them to lie to achieve their goal.
These people can be sickly, tough, cold, and able to endure harsh conditions. They require motivation and encouragement in their work. This pada is considered unfavorable for finances. Another trait of this pada is the inability to part with property.
Pada 3 – Aquarius Navamsha (23°20' – 26°40' in Cancer)
Saturn rules this pada. Such people tend to have doubts and psychological problems due to strong emotions. Intellectual life and intense emotional depth make them morally exhausted. They may be unemployed and poor.
This pada brings inventors, chemists, scientific altruists whose goal is to bring their ideas to the masses. Such people are often attached to friends, organizing groups excellently for specific tasks. Planets placed here are detrimental to the welfare of the mother.
The person may be withered and anxious but has good scientific knowledge.
Pada 4 – Pisces Navamsha (26°40' – 30° in Cancer)
Jupiter rules this pada. These people are interested in everything hidden, mystical, esoteric, magic, shamanism, and occult sciences. They may fall into illusions, entering a world of impractical esotericism and magic. There may be a disconnection from reality, where the person does not see the world as it is, and the world does not see them as they are.
This pada is associated with a moral struggle, compelling a person to hide their true nature, making them passionate, temperamental, and connected to sensual pleasures.
These are very loyal and responsible people, capable of deep emotional connection, caring, sensitivity, and the ability to perceive others’ emotional needs.
The placement of planets here negatively affects the father’s welfare.
Janma Nakshatra Magha
This is the tenth nakshatra, represented by 6 stars that resemble a sickle. The nakshatra is symbolized by a royal throne, and the animal symbol is a male rat. It occupies 0°0' to 13°20' in Leo. Its ruling planet is Ketu, and its deity is Pitri.
These individuals are charismatic, playful, and attractive. They possess authority, dominance, and high status in society. They are leaders, initiators, and tend to be genuine. They are concerned about how they conduct themselves with others, so they act carefully to avoid offending anyone. If they accidentally hurt someone, they immediately apologize and try to resolve the issue. At the same time, they dislike interference from others in their affairs, which often leads them to accumulate enemies.
The Magha Nakshatra is ruled by demons, and thus, those born under this constellation are sometimes inclined toward material pleasures. These individuals are attractive in appearance. Men are typically not tall, with strong, hairy bodies, while women are attractive, have beautiful, long hair, and take care of their appearance.
They are intelligent, genuine, understanding, and avoid gossip. They can be very spiritual, respectful of tradition and elders. They often choose careers in social work because they care about the well-being of all. They can build scientific careers, engage in investigations, are very curious, and have leadership qualities. They generally earn well, but their financial situation may fluctuate. They are capable of working hard with persistence.
Such people are family-oriented and typically enjoy stable and happy lives, often with large families. Their health is generally strong, though they may suffer from asthma, epilepsy, and eye diseases.
Malefic Degrees in Magha Nakshatra – Jupiter – 6° in Leo, Sun and Moon – 8° in Leo, Venus – 10° in Leo, Saturn – 12° in Leo. If at least one of these planets is at a malefic degree in the natal chart, it may negatively affect the longevity of the chart-holder or bring various troubles. The situation improves if Mars and the Moon strongly aspect the planet in question. Caution is advised, and important matters should not be initiated when a planet transits the malefic degree.
Janma (Starting something) – Magha
Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth) – Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purvashadha
Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune) – Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha
Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security) – Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
Pratyak (People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this) – Mrigashira, Chitra, Jyeshta
Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships) – Ardra, Swati, Shatabhisha
Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people) – Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada
Mitra (Helpers) – Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends) – Ashlesha, Jyeshta, Revati
Padas of Magha Nakshatra
Pada 1 – Aries Navamsha (0°0' – 3°20' in Leo)
Ruled by Mars. These are active individuals capable of inspiring others and organizing teams. They express themselves through practical activities. They have high self-confidence, strong willpower, and resilience. They have leadership qualities, are ambitious, image-focused, and respected by superiors. They may have a glamorous appearance, are multitaskers, and able to complete multiple tasks at once.