Nakshatra #1 · अश्विनी

Ashwini

0.00° – 13.33° sidereal · in Aries

The first nakshatra — the swift, healing, youthful initiator. Ashwini natives have a pioneering quality, are often involved in healing or rapid action, and embody the spark of new beginnings. Ruled by Ketu, they have a slightly otherworldly quality.

Lord

ketu

Deity

Ashwini Kumaras (twin physician-gods)

Symbol

Horse's head

Gana

Deva

Nature

Light

Yoni (compatibility)

Horse

Gender

male

Positive traits

•Quick to act
•Healing capacity
•Youthful energy
•Pioneering spirit

Shadow traits

•Impatience
•Recklessness
•Difficulty completing what they start

Suited professions

Medicine, surgery, healing arts
Athletics
Veterinary work
Emergency response