Ardra Nakshatra/6th Constellation:
Symbol: Tear-drop/Rain-drop, Diamond
Zodiac: 6:40 degrees – 20 degrees (Gemini)
Ruling Planet: Rahu (the North Lunar Node)
Ruling Deity: Rudra (the Storm-God and fierce/Ugra avatar of Lord Shiva, the God of Destruction)
Ardra in Sanskrit, means the "moist one" or "fresh one". Its symbol is a tear-drop/rain-drop and a diamond which signifies transformation, change and renewal.
Rahu is the ruling planet, of this Nakshatra. Rahu grants people, the ability to take initiative and gives fame. However, Rahu is also infamous for making people delusional or extremists.
This Nakshatra falls under the airy sign od Gemini (ruled by Mercury), so natives are gifted with a quick wit but may find it hard to stick to things.
The deity of Ardra Nakshatra, is the fierce form of Lord Shiva, known as Rudra. He is believed to be constantly angry and responsible for change and destruction. He is a distinctly unique and stormy form. Similarly, people are unable to befriend or relate to Ardra natives at times.
Natives may have to go through some pain before transformation happens. They can also be struck by inspiration at any moment. Ardra is a favourable Nakshatra to dig deep or tear-down things. It is unfavourable for conducting an auspicious ceremony or starting projects.
Positively, natives possess an extremely sharp mind. They are curious by nature and resourceful go-getters. They can have a strong intuition along with the ability to be empathetic. They possess exceptional communication skills and are also very good with finances. They tend to be highly adaptable and have an excellent memory.
Negatively, they can be moody and shed tears of joy or pain and anger at any given time. They tend to cause chaos around them. Natives are prone to being arrogant, ungrateful and might over-indulge in materialistic pleasures. They can also be loners.
Career options for those born under Ardra:
Counsellors/ Social workers
Spiritual Gurus/Ascetics
Chartered Accountants/Investment Bankers
Private Investigators/Detectives
IT Engineers/ Sound Engineers
Scientists/Researchers
Chess Players/ Game developers
Artists/Writers
So, is your birth Nakshatra Ardra?