Jyohiri

Nakshatras

Bharani

Bharani is the star of carrying and bearing: it holds things until they are ready to be born.

Star lord
Venus
Rasi
Mesha
Deity
Yama, lord of dharma
Symbol
Womb
Animal (yoni)
Elephant
Gana
Manushya (human)
Traditional tree
Amla (Indian gooseberry)

Tree lists differ between regions; a tree is shown where most lists agree.

Nature

Bharani people are strong-willed and responsible. They can carry heavy loads, keep promises and face hard truths that others avoid. Under Venus they also love beauty, comfort and creative work.

Strengths

  • Great endurance and sense of duty
  • Fair and direct; they say what is true
  • Creative and fond of art

Watch out for

  • Being too strict with themselves and others
  • Holding on to anger or extremes

Careers

Law and justice, administration, finance, fashion and art, obstetrics, and work that needs strong nerves.

Health

Linked with the reproductive organs and face; moderation in food and pleasures is advised.

Keys to success

  • Let go of old anger; forgive
  • Balance duty with rest and joy
  • Choose moderation in food and spending

Remedies

  • Worship Lord Yama or Goddess Durga with a calm mind
  • Give food to the poor
  • Water an amla tree

Story

Yama, the lord of dharma, met the boy Nachiketa, who waited three days at his door. Pleased with his patience, Yama granted three boons and taught him the secret of the self. Bharani carries this lesson: hard truths, faced patiently, lead to wisdom.

Good for (muhurta)

Ugra (fierce)

Bold or tough work: competition, confronting opponents, demolition and hard decisions. Not chosen for auspicious ceremonies.

Not among the 11 stars usually chosen for weddings.

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