पूर्वाषाढा
Pūrva Āṣāḍhā
Pūrva Āṣāḍhā
Pūrva Āṣāḍhā, ruled by the waters (Āpaḥ), is associated with invigoration, conviction, and unstoppable enthusiasm. Its name means 'the early invincible one'. Many connect it with persuasion, optimism, and the energy to inspire and prevail.
Stable attributes
- Deity
- Āpaḥ (the water deity)
- Symbol
- Elephant tusk / fan / winnowing basket
- Graha lord
- Venus (Śukra)
- Gaṇa
- Manuṣya
- Yoni
- Monkey (male)
- Nāḍī
- Pitta
| Pada | Rāśi | Navāṃśa | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sagittarius | Leo | Bhu (भू) |
| 2 | Sagittarius | Virgo | Dha (धा) |
| 3 | Sagittarius | Libra | Pha (फा) |
| 4 | Sagittarius | Scorpio | Dha (ढा) |
Related ślokas
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