Mrigashira Nakshatra/5th Constellation
Symbol: Deer-head
Zodiac: 23:20 degrees Taurus– 6:40 degrees Gemini
Ruling Planet: Mars
Ruling Deity: Soma (the Moon-God, also associated with the nectar of immortality)
Mrigashira in Sanskrit can be broken into the words “mriga” meaning deer and “shira”, meaning head. Together forming the word “deer-head”, natives tend to have the curiosity and restlessness of a deer.
Mars is the ruling planet, which gives natives passion, aggression, energy and the need to constantly be active.
This Nakshatra falls under both the Taurus (an earth-sign) and Gemini (air-sign) zodiac, so natives can be tenacious and also have a razor-sharp mind.
The ruling deity of Mrigashira Nakshatra, is Soma, the Moon-God. The Moon has different phases, as it waxes and wanes. Natives of this Nakshatra, also have several different thoughts running in their mind. Natives are generally bestowed with a strong intuition but they are also sensitive.
The natives of this sign are like deers, often searching. They seek information, they seek knowledge and they seek to understand the infinite possibilities, due to their super-active brain. They are constantly on a quest and they often have a deep urge to find their true purpose in life.
Positively, natives possess an extremely sharp wit along with a great sense of humour. They are able to put their mind to almost anything that they choose to do. They love to travel and explore. They can possess exceptional communication skills. They are generally trustworthy and enthusiastic. They love to display their affection and are quite charming.
Negatively, they can be quite fickle-minded and chase things nervously. They have a tendency to be disillusioned and find it hard to be content. They can also be argumentative and arrogant. Sometimes, they may end up living a shallow and superficial life.
Career options for those born under Mrigashira:
Artists/Designers
Sales and Advertising
Tourism and Travel Industry
Psychics/Astrologers
Journalists/Media persons
Real Estate Agents
Teachers/Lecturers
Engineers/Architects
So, is your birth Nakshatra Mrigashira?