Ashwini
“The horse head -- healing, speed, beginnings”
Ashwini quick reference
Number
1 of 27
Symbol
🐴
Ruling Planet
Ketu
Dasha Years
7 years
Degrees
0.0°–13.3°
Tradition
Vedic Jyotish
Ashwini Nakshatra Meaning
Ashwini is the 1st of 27 nakshatras, spanning 0.00°–13.33° of the sidereal zodiac. Its symbol is 🐴. The ruling dasha lord Ketu shapes the karmic and emotional themes of this lunar mansion.
Moon in Ashwini begins the Vimshottari sequence with a 7-year Ketu Mahadasha.
Vimshottari Dasha Connection
If your Moon is in Ashwini, your Dasha sequence begins with the Ketu period.
Your Moon nakshatra is the foundation of Vedic timing. It determines not just your initial Dasha but also your emotional nature, karmic memory, and the quality of mind you bring to every experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashwini nakshatra?
Ashwini is the 1st nakshatra, spanning 0.00°–13.33° of the sidereal zodiac. Its symbol is 🐴 and it means "The horse head -- healing, speed, beginnings".
Which planet rules Ashwini?
Ashwini is ruled by Ketu in the Vimshottari Dasha system, governing a 7-year Mahadasha period.
How do I know if I have a Ashwini Moon?
If your Moon falls between 0.00° and 13.33° of the sidereal zodiac, your nakshatra is Ashwini. Arcanavana calculates this from your exact birth date, time, and place.
What is the significance of Ashwini in my chart?
Your Moon nakshatra reveals your karmic instincts, emotional nature, and the starting point of your Vimshottari Dasha sequence. Ashwini's themes of "The horse head -- healing, speed, beginnings" colour your deepest motivations and subconscious patterns.
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