Bharani Nakshatra
Bharani, ruled by Venus with Yama as deity, is the nakshatra of creation and restraint — of bearing and bringing forth. Its natives are creative, determined and capable of great endurance, carrying a strong sense of duty.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Venus |
| Deity | Yama (god of death & dharma) |
| Symbol | Yoni (the womb) |
| Gana | Manushya (human) |
| Gender | Female |
| Nadi | Madhya (Pitta) |
| Yoni (animal) | Elephant |
| Sign & span | 13°20'–26°40' Aries |
Key traits
- Creative and passionate
- Disciplined and determined
- Strong endurance under pressure
- Extremes of restraint and indulgence
Career & strengths
Arts and creativity, film and media, gynaecology and childcare, law and management suit Bharani's creative discipline.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Venus (see the Venus remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Yama
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month