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Magha Nakshatra – Lord, Deity, Name Letters, Traits & Compatibility
Regal, proud of lineage and tradition; natural authority and respect for ancestors.
| Number | 10 / 27 |
|---|---|
| Span | Leo 0°00′ – Leo 13°20′ |
| Rashi | Simha (Leo) |
| Ruling planet (dasha) | Ketu – 7 years mahadasha |
| Deity | Pitrs (ancestors) |
| Gana | Rakshasa |
| Nadi | Antya |
| Yoni | Rat |
| Name letters | Ma, Mi, Mu, Me |
Padas, rashi and name letters
| Pada | Syllable | Rashi |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ma | Simha (Leo) |
| 2 | Mi | Simha (Leo) |
| 3 | Mu | Simha (Leo) |
| 4 | Me | Simha (Leo) |
Best guna matches
From our Ashtakoot engine, Magha (boy) with the first pada of each nakshatra:
- Jyeshtha – 31/36
- Purva Phalguni – 30/36
- Uttara Phalguni – 26.5/36
- Shatabhisha – 25.5/36
- Anuradha – 24.5/36
- Mula – 24/36
Gandmool dosha
This is a Gandmool nakshatra. Its shanti is done through worship of the nakshatra devtas and a havan.
See Gandmool Shanti Puja← Ashlesha · Purva Phalguni →
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What are the name letters of Magha nakshatra?
The name syllables for the four padas of Magha are: pada 1 – Ma, pada 2 – Mi, pada 3 – Mu, pada 4 – Me.
Who is the lord of Magha nakshatra?
Magha is ruled by Ketu, so a person born in it starts life in Ketu mahadasha (full period 7 years).
Which rashi does Magha nakshatra fall in?
Pada 1: Simha (Leo), Pada 2: Simha (Leo), Pada 3: Simha (Leo), Pada 4: Simha (Leo).
Is Magha a Gandmool nakshatra?
Yes, Magha is one of the six Gandmool nakshatras. Traditionally a Gandmool shanti puja is done on the 27th day after birth or when the same nakshatra returns.