Anuradha Nakshatra
Anuradha, ruled by Saturn with Mitra as deity, is the star of friendship, devotion and cooperation. Its natives build deep bonds, work well with others and often flourish far from home, uniting people around a shared cause.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Saturn |
| Deity | Mitra (god of friendship) |
| Symbol | Lotus / staff |
| Gana | Deva (divine) |
| Gender | Male |
| Nadi | Madhya (Pitta) |
| Yoni (animal) | Deer |
| Sign & span | 3°20'–16°40' Scorpio |
Key traits
- Friendly, loyal and cooperative
- Devoted and disciplined
- Successful in groups and abroad
- Can suffer from emotional ups and downs
Career & strengths
Team leadership, diplomacy, foreign affairs, organisations, counselling and spiritual or devotional work suit Anuradha.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Saturn (see the Saturn remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Mitra
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month