According to classical Jyotish astrology, the placement of planets within specific nakshatra quarters (padas) can reveal profound truths about a person’s life path. Rahu, the shadow planet, plays a unique karmic role—its placement can signal both challenges and hidden potentials. Below is a breakdown of Rahu’s influence across nakshatras, with a brief look at Moon placements for context.
Rahu in Ashvini (0°–13°20′ Aries)
1st Quarter (0°–3°20′)
The native is intelligent, healthy, and likely marked by a facial mole. They receive timely support from elders and have deep affection for their father. Malefic aspects may cause accidents.
2nd Quarter (3°20’–6°40′)
Inclination toward religion and foreign cultures. Life is marked by instability, mental strain, and potential poverty.
3rd Quarter (6°40’–10°)
A difficult position for Rahu—signaling lack of motivation, financial struggles, and possible issues through marriage.
4th Quarter (10°–13°20′)
Energetic and confident. Digestive issues may occur. A Sun aspect brings luck and responsibility. Unexpected help often appears during crises.
Rahu in Bharani (13°20’–26°40′ Aries)
1st Quarter (13°20’–16°40′)
Strong personality, potential for wealth and fame. Death could involve legal complications.
2nd Quarter (16°40’–20°)
Respect, wealth lasting into old age, career linked to vehicles. Possible skin ailments.
3rd Quarter (20°–23°20′)
Educational challenges, but poetic talent brings fame. Suitable for military or police careers.
4th Quarter (23°20’–26°40′)
Inclined toward trade or dairy. Helpful and sympathetic, but may face marital discord.
Rahu in Krittika (26°40′ Aries – 10° Taurus)
1st Quarter (26°40’–30° Aries)
Robust, sensual, possibly unfaithful. Likely to love and be supported by the father. Facial mole possible.
2nd Quarter (0°–3°20′ Taurus)
Spiritual orientation. First marriage may face issues. Earnings may come from abroad.
3rd Quarter (3°20’–6°40′)
Speech issues, financial troubles, laziness. Engages in minor trade. Reddish eyes common.
4th Quarter (6°40’–10°)
Disinterest in family life. Wealth may come early but not last. Marriage responsibilities feel burdensome.
Rahu in Rohini (10°–23°20′ Taurus)
1st Quarter (10°–13°20′)
Courageous and physically attractive despite a big appetite. Eye issues possible. Long life if the Ascendant falls here.
2nd Quarter (13°20’–16°40′)
Excellent for fame and authority. Strong will. Wealth may dwindle in old age despite earlier success.
3rd Quarter (16°40’–20°)
Relies heavily on others. Susceptible to infectious diseases.
4th Quarter (20°–23°20′)
No formal education, yet gifted poet. Fame likely. Prone to accidents and facial scars.
Moon in Mrigashira (23°20′ Taurus – 6°40′ Gemini)
1st Quarter (23°20’–26°40′ Taurus)
Sharp mind, fame, complex personality. Wealth through a beautiful spouse.
2nd Quarter (26°40’–30° Taurus)
Noble birth, beauty, early marriage. Prone to heart and lung issues.
3rd Quarter (0°–3°20′ Gemini)
Fond of travel, kind-hearted. Childhood may lack maternal affection.
4th Quarter (3°20’–6°40′ Gemini)
Strong and competitive. Success in medical or chemical professions.
Moon in Ardra (6°40’–20° Gemini)
1st Quarter (6°40’–10°)
Truthful, disciplined, emotionally balanced. Risk of arm and shoulder ailments.
2nd Quarter (10°–13°20′)
Proud, direct, often unwell. Musical talent if Venus aspects the Moon.
3rd Quarter (13°20’–16°40′)
Sharp tongue, persuasive speaker. Wealth likely if Lagna is in Rohini.
4th Quarter (16°40’–20°)
Extravagant, temperamental. Marital harmony may be affected.
Moon in Punarvasu (20° Gemini – 3°20′ Cancer)
1st Quarter (20°–23°20′ Gemini)
Hot-tempered yet successful. Multi-tasker respected by scholars.
2nd Quarter (23°20’–26°40′)
Quick, spiritual, emotionally intense. Possible multiple marriages.
3rd Quarter (26°40’–30° Gemini)
Clever, pleasure-seeking, long life. With Mercury’s aspect—eloquent and famous.
4th Quarter (0°–3°20′ Cancer)
Charming, expressive, and lucky. When combined with Jupiter—wealth and status follow.
Moon in Pushya (3°20’–16°40′ Cancer)
1st Quarter (3°20’–6°40′)
Charming yet solitary. Prone to isolation and family conflicts.
2nd Quarter (6°40’–10°)
Well-liked and modest. Gains property and may become an astrologer.
3rd Quarter (10°–13°20′)
Wise, respected, and may work abroad. In women’s charts, potential childbirth issues.
4th Quarter (13°20’–16°40′)
Difficult character, family rejection. May misuse others’ money.
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