Purva Phalguni Nakshatra
Nakshatra 11 of 27 · Leo 13°20′–26°40′

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra

People born under Purva Phalguni are warm, sociable and generous people who enjoy life and help others.

Ruling PlanetVenus
DeityBhaga
SpanLeo 13°20′–26°40′
SymbolFront legs of a bed
Gana (Nature)Manushya
Animal (Yoni)Rat (female)
MotivationKama

About this Nakshatra

Purva Phalguni is the eleventh nakshatra, spanning 13°20′ to 26°40′ of Leo. It is ruled by Venus and its deity is Bhaga, the god of good fortune and enjoyment. Its symbol is the front legs of a bed.

This nakshatra is about rest, pleasure, creativity and good luck. It is also connected with fame and reputation.

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra in Detail

Purva Phalguni is a star of both creation and release. A person who masters the six desires, including the creative urge that even overcomes death, reflects its higher side. So on one side this nakshatra shows the joy of creation and enjoyment, and on the other it shows detachment and moderation. It marks the first step of creation. Reputation and fame are its main features. It is ruled by Venus, and its deity is Bhaga, the god of good fortune.

Uttara Phalguni and Purva Phalguni are both signs of good luck. Purva Phalguni is said to represent the upper lip of the Kalapurusha. It is the eleventh nakshatra of the zodiac. Its natives may have a fleshy build and sweat easily. They have a natural ability to sense the unspoken troubles of others, and they offer help without being asked. This quality earns them respect and fame, and many become well known in one special field. They take instructions well and will often accept a secondary position, which can slow their career a little. They are determined and keen on power and authority, yet they are very virtuous and do not get involved in wrongdoing.

Purva Phalguni men may not be physically striking, but they have a good character. They can tell when someone is going through a problem and respond to it. They love travelling to new places. They prefer work that gives them as much freedom as possible; they do not like being told what to do and love to do things their own way. Purva Phalguni men respect the law. They value power and consider it very important, and they find it hard to deal with people who ignore authority. Money can be a problem when people borrow from them and do not repay. Their married life is good and their children are well mannered. They should take good care of their health and watch for diabetes.

Purva Phalguni women have a dignified personality, even if they are not beautiful in the usual way. She is friendly and sharp, with a good mind. In education they can go beyond the average level. Even so, she likes to show off, and this can cause problems. They love their family and do whatever they can to give them a comfortable life, but overconfidence, if not controlled, may cause trouble at home. Apart from women's health matters, they have few health problems.

Natives of this nakshatra are sweet-spoken. Their good manners draw many people to them, and they make friends easily. They are honest and cannot stand any unlawful activity. They love the opposite sex and vehicles. They are brave and think before they act. They can become lawyers, and government jobs suit this nakshatra well. They are also well suited to music, sports or business. They should take care with asthma, blood pressure, the heart, teeth and digestion.

Nature and Personality

Strengths

  • Warm, friendly and generous
  • Understand others' problems without being told
  • Honest and law-abiding
  • Love travel and new places
  • Often become well known in one special field

Things to work on

  • Disliking being told what to do
  • Lending money that is not returned
  • Too much love of comfort

Career and Money

Purva Phalguni people do well in arts, entertainment, media, hospitality, design, luxury goods and any work that gives them freedom. They like to work in their own way.

Love and Family

Married life is usually happy, and they have well-mannered children. They are affectionate and enjoy family life.

Health

They should watch their blood sugar and weight, and keep active.

These are general tendencies of the birth star. Your full horoscope — planets, houses and dashas — gives a more complete picture. For health concerns, always consult a doctor.
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