Nakshatra 13 of 27 · 10°00' - 23°20' Virgo
Hasta Nakshatra
Hasta
Hasta is the thirteenth nakshatra, occupying 10°00' to 23°20' of Virgo. Its presiding deity is Savitar, the solar deity of the morning who animates and inspires action, and its ruling planet is the Moon. The name Hasta means "hand," and the symbol is the open palm. The asterism is associated with skill, craftsmanship, and the work of the hands.
- Ruling planet
- Moon
- Deity
- Savitar (the solar deity of the morning, an aspect of the Sun)
- Symbol
- A hand (the open palm)
- Rashi
- Virgo
- Gana / Yoni / Nadi
- Deva · Buffalo · Adi
- Caste (varna)
- Vaishya
Symbolism
The hand as symbol points to skill: the gardener's hand, the surgeon's hand, the writer's hand, the magician's hand. Hasta natives are characteristically dexterous, both physically and mentally. The asterism is associated with the Gayatri mantra (which invokes Savitar) and with the morning practices that prepare the day.
Personality of Hasta natives
Personality of Hasta natives: dexterous, witty, skilled with their hands, quick-thinking, sometimes mischievous, and often gifted at small details. The Moon rulership gives them sensitivity; Savitar's influence gives them an inspirational quality. They are unusually capable but can scatter their gifts across too many small projects.
The four padas
The four padas of Hasta fall in Virgo-Aries (1st pada, Mars navamsa, energetic and ambitious), Virgo-Taurus (2nd, Venus, sensual and steady), Virgo-Gemini (3rd, Mercury on Mercury, the most communicative and clever), and Virgo-Cancer (4th, Moon on Moon, the most domestic).
Career inclinations
Career inclinations: handicrafts and artisan work, surgery and dentistry, massage and bodywork, gardening and horticulture, magic and illusion, comedy and entertainment, jewellery making, programming and software (modern hands-on craft), writing, and any vocation where skilled handwork is the deliverable.
Marriage compatibility
Marriage compatibility: Hasta's gana is Deva, yoni is buffalo, nadi is Adi, varna is Vaishya. Buffalo-yoni mate is Swati. Marriages tend to involve practical partnership and shared work. Hasta natives are warm but often value competence highly in a partner.
Classically difficult
- Mrigashira (Serpent yoni)
- Uttara Phalguni (Cow yoni)
Compatibility hints follow standard ashtakoot (yoni, gana, nadi, dina). For a full match score, use the kundali matching tool.
Health themes
Health themes: nervous-system over-stimulation, hand and finger injuries (the asterism rules the hands), digestive sensitivity (Virgo portion), and tendency to overwork. Hasta natives benefit from regular physical activity and breaks from detail work.
Spiritual orientation
Spiritually, Hasta is the asterism of the Gayatri practitioner. The morning recitation of the Gayatri (which invokes Savitar) is particularly potent for Hasta natives. The teaching: the day is shaped by the first hour's practice.
Classical sources
BPHS assigns the Moon as Hasta's dasha lord. Phaladeepika emphasises Hasta's skill and dexterity. Saravali links the asterism to small, light, quick activities suitable for muhurta.
The dasha lord Moon starts every Hasta native's Vimshottari sequence. Read the Moon Mahadasha effects page for what this Mahadasha brings.
Frequently asked questions about Hasta Nakshatra
What is the ruling planet of Hasta Nakshatra?+
The Moon rules Hasta. The deity is Savitar, the solar deity of the morning, who is invoked in the Gayatri mantra.
What does Hasta Nakshatra mean?+
Hasta means "hand." The symbol is the open palm. The asterism is associated with skill, craftsmanship, and the work of the hands.
Is Hasta good for marriage?+
Hasta marriages tend to involve practical partnership and shared work. Buffalo-yoni mate is Swati. The native often values competence in a partner.
What career suits a Hasta native?+
Handicrafts, surgery and dentistry, massage and bodywork, gardening, magic and illusion, comedy, jewellery making, programming, writing, and any vocation where skilled handwork is the deliverable.
When is Hasta Mahadasha?+
Hasta natives begin life with the Moon Mahadasha (the asterism's ruling planet). The Moon Mahadasha lasts 10 years.
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