Nakshatra #8Kataka (3°20′ – 16°40′)
Pushya
Lotus / cow's udder
Deva GanaLaghu (light)Ruled by Saturn
Considered the most auspicious nakshatra for initiating important undertakings, Pushya channels Saturn's discipline through Brihaspati's wisdom, producing natives of great patience, devotion, and an extraordinary capacity to nourish and sustain others.
Ruling Planet
Saturn
Deity
Brihaspati
Gana
Deva (divine)
Nature
Laghu — light, swift
Symbol
Lotus / cow's udder
Rasi Span
Kataka 3°20′–16°40′
Body Part
Mouth, face
Keywords
nourishmentgrowthwisdomdisciplinedevotion
Presiding Deity
Brihaspati
Jupiter, teacher of gods
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