Nakshatra 6 of 27

Ardra Nakshatra आर्द्रा

The storm: emotional depth, upheaval, and renewal after the rain.

Rahu

Dasha Lord

Rudra

Deity

Teardrop

Symbol

Manushya

Gana

6°40' – 20°00' Gemini

Zodiac Span

Ardra is the 6th nakshatra, spanning 6°40' – 20°00' Gemini. Its symbol is the teardrop, its presiding deity Rudra, and its Vimshottari lord Rahu. The storm: emotional depth, upheaval, and renewal after the rain.

People born with the Moon in Ardra begin life in a Rahu mahadasha, which colours the opening chapter of their story. The gana is Manushya, which matters in traditional match-making.

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