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Ashwini Nakshatra

अश्विनी

Ashwini is the first nakshatra, ruled by Ketu and presided over by the Ashwini Kumaras — the twin horsemen-physicians of the gods. It carries the energy of swift new beginnings, healing and pioneering action.

Ruling PlanetKetu (केतु)
DeityAshwini Kumaras (divine physicians)
SymbolHorse's head
GanaDeva
ZodiacAries 0°00′–13°20′
Star No.1 of 27

Personality & Traits

Quick, energetic, independent and youthful; natural healers and trailblazers who love to be first, though sometimes impatient.

Best Careers

Medicine and healing, surgery, sports, the armed forces, transport, entrepreneurship and anything pioneering.

Mantras for Ashwini Nakshatra

Strengthen your ruling planet Ketu and honour your deity Ashwini Kumaras (divine physicians) with these mantras.

#1

Ganesh Mantra

Ketu is pacified through Ganesha — removes obstacles for the pioneering Ashwini native

ॐ गं गणपतये नमः

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#2

Navagraha Mantra

Balances Ketu and all nine planets

ॐ सूर्याय नमः

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#3

Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

Healing mantra — resonates with Ashwini’s physician energy

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्।

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the ruling planet and deity of Ashwini Nakshatra?▼
Ashwini is ruled by Ketu and its presiding deities are the Ashwini Kumaras, the twin divine physicians. Its symbol is a horse’s head and it spans 0°–13°20′ of Aries.

All 27 Nakshatras

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