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Hasta Nakshatra — Complete Vedic Guide

Overview

Hasta (हस्त) is the 13th of 27 lunar mansions in Vedic astrology, spanning 160°00′ – 173°20′ Virgo. Ruled by Moon and presided over by Savitar (the Sun as creative force), this nakshatra carries a distinct energy that shapes personality, career, and spiritual path.

Key Characteristics

Ruling Planet: Moon
Zodiac Sign: Virgo (160°00′ – 173°20′ Virgo)
Deity: Savitar (the Sun as creative force)
Symbol: Open hand / fist
Gana: Deva
Nature: Laghu (Light/Swift)
Nadi: Adi (Vata)
Lucky Color: Deep green
Lucky Number: 2
Body Part Governed: Hands and fingers
Spirit Animal: Female buffalo

Core Traits

Skilled with hands · Persuasive · Witty · Detail-oriented · Resourceful

Strengths

Hasta natives are extraordinarily skilled with their hands and blessed with exceptional dexterity. Witty, resourceful, and analytical, they make excellent craftspeople, healers, and communicators.

Challenges to Watch

Can be restless, manipulative, or overly critical. May bottle up emotions.

Ideal Career Paths

  • Crafts & artisanship
  • Surgery & medicine
  • Astrology
  • Performing arts
  • Communication

Compatible Nakshatras

Ashwini, Punarvasu, Shatabhisha

Vedic Remedies

Worship Lord Surya (Savitar). Donate on Sundays. Wear pearl or moonstone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hasta Nakshatra?

Hasta is the 13th lunar mansion in Vedic astrology, spanning 160°00′ – 173°20′ Virgo. It is ruled by Moon and its presiding deity is Savitar (the Sun as creative force). The symbol is Open hand / fist.

What are the main traits of Hasta Nakshatra?

Skilled with hands · Persuasive · Witty · Detail-oriented · Resourceful. Hasta natives are extraordinarily skilled with their hands and blessed with exceptional dexterity. Witty, resourceful, and analytical, they make excellent craftspeople, healers, and communicators.

What careers suit Hasta Nakshatra natives?

Crafts & artisanship, Surgery & medicine, Astrology, Performing arts, Communication. These fields align naturally with the strengths and instincts of Hasta natives.

Which nakshatras are most compatible with Hasta?

Ashwini, Punarvasu, Shatabhisha are considered most compatible with Hasta in Vedic astrology.

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