विशाखा · Nakshatra #16 of 27 · 200.00°–213.33° · ruled by Jupiter
Goal-oriented, determined, dual nature. Branching energy — can pursue two paths simultaneously.
Science, research, dual careers, agriculture, counseling.
Arms, shoulders. Generally strong but overwork risk.
Loyal but may have conflicting desires. Marriage often after challenges.
Vishakha has four padas with starting sounds Ti, Tu, Te, To (ती, तू, ते, तो) — 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 Vishakha'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 Vishakha'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 Vishakha'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 Vishakha's expression toward Moksha (liberation).
For educational purposes. Nakshatra interpretations are traditional and based on the Moon's birth star.