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Mrigashira Nakshatra - Mrigashira is the fifth Nakshatra in Vedic astrology ranging from 23° 20' Vrishabha to 6° 40' Mithuna.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is Deer's head.
Astronomical Name - The astronomical names of this Nakshatra are λ and φ Orionis.
Deity of Nakshatra - Soma, the god of Moon is the deity of Mrigashira Nakshatra.
Ruling Planet - Mrigashira Nakshatra is ruled by Mangala (the planet Mars).
Others - The word Mrigashira was made from the combination of the two Sanskrit words, Mriga means the animal and Shirsha means head or the top of the head. The first Charan or Padas of this Nakshatra are part of Taurus or Vrishabha rashi while the latter halves of this Nakshatra are the part of Gemini or Mithuna rashi.
Nakshatra Asta Udaya - Mrigashira remains Asta for a period of about 16 days every year. To know the time of setting and rising of Mrigashira Nakshatra, please visit - Mrigashira Asta Udaya.
Nakshatra Transit - Mrigashira is considered good for most auspicious activities. To know at what time the moon is transiting in Mrigashira Nakshatra throughout the year, please visit - List of all days of Mrigashira Nakshatra.
