Ashwini Nakshatra
Ashwini is the first nakshatra — swift, pioneering and full of fresh energy. Ruled by Ketu with the healing Ashwini Kumaras as deity, its natives are quick starters, natural healers and eager to be first.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Ketu |
| Deity | Ashwini Kumaras (celestial physicians) |
| Symbol | Horse's head |
| Gana | Deva (divine) |
| Gender | Male |
| Nadi | Adi (Vata) |
| Yoni (animal) | Horse |
| Sign & span | 0°00'–13°20' Aries |
Key traits
- Quick, energetic and independent
- Healing and pioneering instincts
- Impulsive and impatient
- Youthful and adventurous
Career & strengths
Medicine, healing and therapy, sports, transport, emergency services and entrepreneurship suit Ashwini's speed and initiative.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Ketu (see the Ketu remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Ashwini Kumaras
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month