Jyohiri

Nakshatras

Purva Phalguni

Purva Phalguni is the star of rest, pleasure and creativity after hard work.

Star lord
Venus
Rasi
Simha
Deity
Bhaga, god of fortune and delight
Symbol
Front legs of a bed
Animal (yoni)
Rat
Gana
Manushya (human)
Traditional tree
Palash (flame of the forest)

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

Nature

Purva Phalguni people are warm, sociable and generous. They enjoy music, art, love and celebration, and they bring joy to the people around them.

Strengths

  • Charm and warmth
  • Artistic and creative
  • Generous and loyal in love

Watch out for

  • Laziness or love of luxury
  • Overspending

Careers

Arts and entertainment, music, design and fashion, beauty, hospitality, and event work.

Health

Linked with the heart and spine; balance rest with exercise.

Keys to success

  • Work first, then enjoy
  • Keep a budget for pleasures
  • Use your charm to bring people together

Remedies

  • Pray to Goddess Parvati or Lakshmi on Fridays
  • Help with weddings or celebrations of poor families
  • Plant a palash tree

Story

Bhaga gives each being its share of happiness and fortune. Purva Phalguni is the bed at rest, where Shiva and Parvati are said to have married: a reminder that joy is also part of dharma.

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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