Meaning of Bharani Nakshatra
Bharani is traditionally associated with restraint, endurance and the cycle of birth and death. Its deity Yama governs dharma and the ending of life.
Its gana is Manushya. Gana is a classification of temperament into Deva, Manushya and Rakshasa that is used in Kundli matching.
Bharani Padas and Navamsa
| Pada | Starts | Ends | Rashi | Navamsa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13°20′ Mesh | 16°40′ Mesh | Mesh | Singh |
| 2 | 16°40′ Mesh | 20°00′ Mesh | Mesh | Kanya |
| 3 | 20°00′ Mesh | 23°20′ Mesh | Mesh | Tula |
| 4 | 23°20′ Mesh | 26°40′ Mesh | Mesh | Vrishchik |
The Navamsa sign of each pada is used in the Navamsa chart, the divisional chart most often read for marriage and the deeper strength of planets.
Bharani and the Dasha Sequence
The lord of Bharani is Venus. If the Moon was in Bharani at birth, the Vimshottari Dasha sequence begins with the Mahadasha of Venus, which lasts 20 years in full. The part remaining at birth depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the Nakshatra.
Venus also rules Purva Phalguni and Purva Ashadha.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ruling planet of Bharani Nakshatra?
Bharani is ruled by Venus.
Which Rashi does Bharani fall in?
Bharani falls in Mesh (all four padas).
What Dasha begins if the Moon is in Bharani at birth?
The Vimshottari Dasha sequence begins with the Mahadasha of Venus, which lasts 20 years in full. The part remaining at birth depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the Nakshatra.