मूल · Nakshatra #19 of 27 · 240.00°–253.33° · ruled by Ketu
Root energy, protective, nourishing. Connects to ancestors and family lineage.
Medicine, roots/herbs, real estate, politics, administration.
Hips, lower back. Watch for chronic conditions.
Family-oriented. Strong bond with spouse after initial challenges.
Moola has four padas with starting sounds Ye, Yo, Bha, Bhi (ये, यो, भा, भी) — used in the Vedic Naamkaran method to choose an auspicious first letter for a baby born in this nakshatra.
Pada 1 falls in the Aries navamsa — the fire element, Dharma (purpose). It adds initiative, courage and a pioneering drive, colouring Moola's expression toward Dharma (purpose).
Pada 2 falls in the Taurus navamsa — the earth element, Artha (security). It adds stability, patience and a grounded, material focus, colouring Moola's expression toward Artha (security).
Pada 3 falls in the Gemini navamsa — the air element, Kama (desire). It adds curiosity, versatility and communicative skill, colouring Moola's expression toward Kama (desire).
Pada 4 falls in the Cancer navamsa — the water element, Moksha (liberation). It adds emotional depth, nurturing instincts and sensitivity, colouring Moola's expression toward Moksha (liberation).
For educational purposes. Nakshatra interpretations are traditional and based on the Moon's birth star.