Nakshatra Ashlesha

Ashlesha Nakshatra is the ninth of all the nakshatras which range from 16:40 to 30’ degree in Karka Rashi. Ashlesha is ruled by Ahi, a Naga or serpent of wisdom. Therefore, it has a symbol of a coil-up snake.

What Does Ashlesha Nakshatra Signify?

The ruling planet of the nakshatra Ashlesha is Mercury and it gains its strength from the serpent god. The synonymous names for this nakshatra are ‘Naga’ and ‘Clinging star’. Ashlesha nakshatra gives off very strong negative energy. That is why it is a very powerful nakshatra. It is made up of a constellation of five stars and is positioned very close to the Sun.

According to Hindu mythology, the twin brothers, Lakshamana and Shatrughna in Ramayana were born under this nakshatra. The ruling planet of this nakshatra is Mercury, which signifies aggression. Therefore, people born under this nakshatra are considered hot-headed and full of anger. 

More About Ashlesha Nakshatra

Since the guardian deity of Ashlesha nakshatra is Naga, it possesses various characteristics that match a serpent-like clutching, gripping, twisting, etc. Moreover, it also has a strong influence on its Lord Mercury as well as the lunar aspects of Ketu. Due to this influence of the Lunar aspect, they have some sloppy traits like cleverness, gluttony, and adultery. They also possess a very dark aura around them which gives a very dangerous vibe.

Character Analysis Of Ashlesha Nakshatra

The natives born under Ashlesha nakshatra are highly social people, who are very skillful when it comes to interaction and making connections. They will make a great name for themselves in society by putting on a kindness mask and hiding their true motives. These natives are also very smooth with words and just know what are the right words to impress the other person. They are also highly ambitious and like to move upwards in the social as well as a corporate ladder.

The negative aspects of Ashlesha nakshatra are very tactful and approach everything from a very diplomatic point of view. Instead of building themselves up, they often spend their time and energy digging up holes for others. They also feel no shame depending on other people and when their work is done, they will easily deceit that person without any second thought. They are one of the most highly selfish people who do not know how to be thankful. Due to their behavior of deceitfulness, they are full of suspicion for other people too, which makes them feel anxious all the time.

What Career Options Should Ashlesha Nakshatra Natives Choose?

The natives born under Ashlesha Nakshatra are very clever. So, the career fields that suit them the best are politics, business, law. They will also perform very well as advocates, businessperson, entrepreneur, etc. Various career fields in the entertainment industry can also grant them huge success. If they chose to work as an astrologer or occult mysticism, then they will reach a very high position. But with all the personality traits they carry, working under someone does not suit them very well. That is why they should try to work as a businessperson more.

Who Ashlesha Nakshatras Natives Are Compatible With?

The nakshatra Ashlesha has high compatibility with Punarvasu nakshatra. This is because Ashlesha nakshatra is symbolic of a female cat and Purnarvasu nakshatra is symbolic of a male cat.

On the other hand, Ashlesha nakshatra has zero compatibility with Magha and Purva Phalguni nakshatra. This is because both of these nakshatra are associated with rats, which is like prey for cats. That is why they are highly incompatible with each other.

Another nakshatra with which Ashlesha has a good level of compatibility is Anuradha, Shravana, Jyeshta, Purva Ashadha, and Uttara Ashadha.