Dhanishta nakshatra: traits, ruling planet, deity and career
Dhanishta is nakshatra 23 of 27. Its name means "The most famous / the wealthiest". Here is its ruling planet, deity, personality, career themes and name syllables.
Dhanishta is the 23rd of the 27 nakshatras, spanning 23°20′ Makar (Capricorn) – 6°40′ Kumbh (Aquarius). It is ruled by Mars; its deity is Vasus (symbol: drum). Dhanishta natives are rhythmic, ambitious and generous; natives often have musical talent and attract wealth, but can be restless. Name syllables: Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge.
Meaning, deity and symbol of Dhanishta
"Dhanishta" means "The most famous / the wealthiest". Its presiding deity is Vasus and its symbol is drum. It covers 23°20′ Makar (Capricorn) – 6°40′ Kumbh (Aquarius) of the sidereal zodiac.
Dhanishta nakshatra personality
People with the Moon in Dhanishta are rhythmic, ambitious and generous; natives often have musical talent and attract wealth, but can be restless.
Career themes: music, sports, real estate, finance, events.
The four padas of Dhanishta
| Pada | Degrees | Name syllable | Rashi | Navamsa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23°20′–26°40′ Capricorn | Ga | Makar (Capricorn) | Simha (Leo) |
| 2 | 26°40′–30°00′ Capricorn | Gi | Makar (Capricorn) | Kanya (Virgo) |
| 3 | 0°00′–3°20′ Aquarius | Gu | Kumbh (Aquarius) | Tula (Libra) |
| 4 | 3°20′–6°40′ Aquarius | Ge | Kumbh (Aquarius) | Vrishchik (Scorpio) |
Each pada spans 3°20′. The navamsa (D9) sign of the pada is read for marriage and inner strength.
Kundli matching and dasha
- Gana: Rakshasa
- Yoni: Lion
- Nadi: Madhya (Pitta)
- First Mahadasha: Mars (7 years in full; you are born with the remaining part of it)
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the ruling planet of Dhanishta nakshatra?
Mars (Mangal). People born in Dhanishta begin life in the Mars Mahadasha of the Vimshottari system, which lasts 7 years in full.
Which rashi is Dhanishta nakshatra in?
Makar (Capricorn) and Kumbh (Aquarius). It spans 23°20′ Makar (Capricorn) – 6°40′ Kumbh (Aquarius).
What are the name syllables for Dhanishta nakshatra?
Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge. Traditionally a baby's name starts with the syllable of the birth pada.
What is the gana, yoni and nadi of Dhanishta?
Gana: Rakshasa, yoni: Lion, nadi: Madhya (Pitta). All three are used in kundli matching.
How do I find my nakshatra?
From the Moon's position at your birth, using your date, time and place of birth. The ZodiacDNA nakshatra calculator does it for you, 100% free.
Source and method
Degrees use the sidereal (Lahiri) zodiac, with each nakshatra spanning 13°20′. Ruling planets follow the Vimshottari dasha order; deity, symbol, gana and yoni follow the classical texts.