Author Archives: Jyotishinamerica

Dhanishtha — the Drum Dhanishtha is ruled by Mars and covers the latter part of Capricorn and early portion of Aquarius. Both of these signs are under Saturn rule giving this Nakshatra a great deal of energy based on aggression, seriousness, and separateness. Nonetheless, for the disciplined and patient person the power to gain abundanceContinue reading “Dhanishtha—today’s Moon house”

Uttara Ashadha and Shravana Nakshatras Today, in my time zone, is divided almost equally between two Nakshatras. The first half belongs to Uttara Ashadha, ruled by the Sun. This is one of the most humanitarian Nakshatras, and anytime we find strength built on care of others, we find a connection to Dharma, the natural orderContinue reading “The Universal Star and the Divine Ear”

Mula Nakshatra Holds Today’s Moon As the Sun emerges from the Moon’s shadow and the Moon begins a new cycle in Mula this is a day for thinking about roots. Mula is the “origin” or “root star,” located in the first 13 degrees 20 minutes of Sagittarius. Ruled by Ketu and in an active Jupiter-ruledContinue reading “Moon in Mula — The Origin and Root of All”

Jyeshtha, known as the chief or elder star, is located in the last half of Scorpio. Ruled by Mercury and in a Mars-ruled sign, Jyeshtha combines speed, intelligence, mischief, and impulsive action with aggression, assertion, strategic thinking, and martial authority. Placement of earthy Mercury and fiery Mars together in watery Scorpio creates the potential forContinue reading “Solar Eclipse and Moon in Jyestha Nakshatra”

Moon in Anuradha Anuradha, the Star of Success, like all three Nakshatras partially or wholly within Scorpio, has a quality of judgment about it. Scorpio is a sign that seizes all energy around it, immediately classifying it in dualities of good or bad and stubbornly clinging to its first impression. As we approach the NewContinue reading “Moon in Anuradha — the Star of Success”

Moon in Vishakha Today Vishakha Nakshatra, ruled by Jupiter, and filling the transition between Libra and Scorpio occupies two signs that represent equality and judgement. These are elements of justice, and one way of looking at justice delivered is to “reap the fruit” of one’s actions. Jupiter’s rulership, as the planet of abundance, expansion, andContinue reading “Today’s Moon in Vishakha”

Moon in Swati Today The gentle Swati occupies the heart of Libra. Ruled by airy Rahu and the place of airy Saturn’s exaltation, Swati has the power to scatter and disburse. In Venus-ruled Libra, the sign of community, social activism, justice, and balance, and influenced by the goddess of mature wisdom and love this disbursingContinue reading “Moon in Gentle Swati Today”

Today’s Moon in Chitra Nakshatra We are approaching the New Moon and Solar Eclipse in four days. These latter lunar phases generally have less intensity relevant to external forces. This accords well for inner work on renewal, health, and spiritual strengthening during the transit of the Star of Opportunity, Chitra. Chitra centers on the beautifulContinue reading “Chitra Nakshatra”

Today’s Moon in Hasta The Nakshatra Hasta is named with the Sanskrit word for hand. The constellation of five stars represents a raised hand, palm forward, a sign of universal blessings. This auspicious Nakshatra draws on Divine wisdom, inspiring the high-minded will to act. It is an invitation to do our work and reminds usContinue reading “Hasta, Today’s Lunar Nakshatra”