Nakshatra 18 of 27
Jyeshtha
ज्येष्ठा
Mercury (Lord)
Scorpio
Rakshasa Gana
Tikshna (Sharp)
226°40′ – 240°00′ Scorpio
🔭 Nakshatra Profile
Ruling Planet (Lord)
Mercury
Zodiac Sign
Scorpio
Degree Range
226°40′ – 240°00′ Scorpio
Symbol
Circular amulet / umbrella / earring
Deity
Indra (king of gods)
Gana
Rakshasa
Nature
Tikshna (Sharp)
Nadi
Antya (Kapha)
Lucky Color
Cream/Off-white
Lucky Number
9
Body Part
Tongue, right side of torso
Animal Symbol
Male deer (stag)
✨ Key Traits
💪 Strengths
Jyeshtha means 'eldest' — natives are natural protectors, leaders, and feel responsibility for others. Sharp, intelligent, and associated with Indra, they have innate authority and can overcome any obstacle.
⚠️ Challenges
Can be controlling, jealous, and overbearing. May suffer from ego and pride.
💼 Career Indicators
- Leadership & management
- Police & military
- Politics
- Research & investigation
- Occult sciences
💕 Harmonious Nakshatras
🙏 Vedic Remedies
Worship Lord Indra and Lord Vishnu. Wear emerald in gold. Practice humility as daily discipline.
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