Punarvasu Nakshatra
Punarvasu means 'return of the light' — the star of renewal, optimism and safe return. Ruled by Jupiter with the boundless mother Aditi as deity, its natives are wise, generous, hopeful and able to bounce back from any setback.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Jupiter |
| Deity | Aditi (mother of the gods) |
| Symbol | Bow & quiver |
| Gana | Deva (divine) |
| Gender | Male |
| Nadi | Adi (Vata) |
| Yoni (animal) | Cat |
| Sign & span | 20°00' Gemini – 3°20' Cancer |
Key traits
- Optimistic, wise and generous
- Resilient — recovers from setbacks
- Content, philosophical and nurturing
- Can lack focus or be too easy-going
Career & strengths
Teaching, philosophy and spirituality, hospitality, publishing, travel and counselling suit Punarvasu's wisdom and warmth.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Jupiter (see the Jupiter remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Aditi
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month