Puṣya

Puṣya, ruled by Bṛhaspati the teacher of the gods, is widely regarded as one of the most auspicious and nourishing nakshatras. It carries themes of nurturing, wisdom, and spiritual sustenance. Many connect it with care, guidance, and stability.

Stable attributes

Deity: Bṛhaspati
Symbol: Cow's udder / lotus / arrow
Graha lord: Saturn (Śani)
Gaṇa: Deva
Yoni: Sheep / goat (male)
Nāḍī: Pitta

Śakti

The power to create spiritual energy (brahmavarcasa śakti)

Pada	Rāśi	Navāṃśa	Sound
1	Cancer	Leo	Hu (हू)
2	Cancer	Virgo	He (हे)
3	Cancer	Libra	Ho (हो)
4	Cancer	Scorpio	Da (डा)

Related feelings

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Hope, renewal, new beginnings

Related ślokas

BG 9.22

अनन्याश्चिन्तयन्तो मां ये जनाः पर्युपासते |

Why this verse: The promise to carry and protect the devoted echoes Puṣya's deeply nourishing, sustaining quality.

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