Pushyami Nakshatra/8th Constellation:
Symbol: Udder (teat) of a cow/flower (Lotus)
Zodiac: 3:20 degrees upto 16:40 degrees (Cancer)
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Ruling Deity: Brihaspati (or Jupiter, who is the Guru of the Gods/Devas)
Pushyami in Sanskrit, comes from the word 'poush', which means nourishment and natives are 'the nourisher'. Its symbol is the udder and natives generally feel useful and fulfilled, when they serve others.
Saturn is the ruling planet of this Nakshatra, which represents karma, justice, hard-work and balance.
This Nakshatra falls entirely under Cancer, a water-sign. Cancer is ruled by the Moon, which governs the mind, emotions and hormones. Thus, it is a sensitive sign, that likes to nurture others.
Brihaspati (Jupiter) is the ruling deity of this Nakshatra. Therefore, natives are generally wise and able to guide others diligently. Brihaspati is also associated with adoption.
Jupiter also symbolises abundance and expansion, so natives develop interest in higher learning, philosophy, religion and spirituality.
Since Saturn is the ruling planet, natives are very hard-working as well. However, they may face obstacles and delays in their life, which they overcome through sheer discipline.
The other symbol of this Nakshatra, is the Lotus flower. The Lotus grows in the mud but eventually blossoms into a gorgeous flower.The 1000-petaled Lotus is also the symbol of the 7th and final chakra-The Sahasrara. The final chakra (Crown chakra) leading to enlightenment gets activated, by constantly nurturing and uplifting the soul. Thus, Pushyami also represents spiritual growth.
Pushyami is also the Nakshatra associated with Goddess Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity. It is considered a highly auspicious Nakshatra. Important work (except marriage) if done under this Nakshatra, gives favourable outcomes.
Positively, natives possess a deep intelligence and love to nurture or serve others. They are generally faithful, with a strong sense of justice and morality. They are naturally curious and drawn to the spiritual aspects of life. Natives are perceptive and inspire others with their good deeds. They are usually calm in their demeanour and balanced.
Negatively, they could be arrogant and rigid about their ideas. They tend to face struggles and delays. They can have marital issues, especially concerning physical pleasures. Natives may easily get angry and be too overbearing towards their loved ones.
Career options for those born under Pushyami:
Healers/Charity workers
Doctors/Nurses
Teachers/Advisors
Psychologists/Counsellors
Spiritual Gurus/Religious Heads
Artists/Chefs
Politicians/Business Gurus
Farmers/Gardeners
So, is your birth Nakshatra Pushyami?