Jyohiri

Nakshatras

Punarvasu

Punarvasu means 'good again': the return of light, home and hope after loss.

Star lord
Jupiter
Rasi
Mithuna (padas 1–3) · Karka (pada 4)
Deity
Aditi, mother of the gods
Symbol
Bow and quiver
Animal (yoni)
Cat
Gana
Deva (divine)
Traditional tree
Bamboo

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

Nature

Punarvasu people are kind, content and forgiving. They bounce back after setbacks, are happy with simple things, and often become the calm, caring centre of their family.

Strengths

  • Optimism and the power to start again
  • Generosity and a forgiving nature
  • Good teachers and guides

Watch out for

  • Being too easily satisfied
  • Moving around a lot without settling

Careers

Teaching, counselling, writing, travel, hospitality, religious work, and architecture.

Health

Linked with the lungs and chest; fresh air and steady routines help.

Keys to success

  • After any setback, simply start again
  • Settle in one place long enough to grow roots
  • Keep faith: what is lost often returns

Remedies

  • Pray to Lord Rama, born under Punarvasu
  • Give to mothers and children in need
  • Plant bamboo

Story

Lord Rama was born under Punarvasu. He lost his kingdom and wife, and won both back after long exile. Like Aditi, the boundless mother, Punarvasu always offers a way home.

Good for (muhurta)

Chara (movable)

Movement and change: travel, buying vehicles, moving house, starting journeys and changing jobs.

Not among the 11 stars usually chosen for weddings.

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