Pushya
Friday, May 1, 2026
Nakshatra 8 of 27 · Ruled by Saturn · Deity Brihaspati
The nourisher — the most auspicious nakshatra, deeply caring.
Translation
The Nourisher
Symbol
Lotus or circle
Quality
Light
Span
93.33° – 106.67°
Personality
Caring, dependable, with a calm authority. Pushya natives are often the steady hand others turn to. Their nature is to feed, protect, and build sustainable systems.
Strengths
- Reliability
- Caretaking instinct
- Patience
- Authority
Challenges
- Self-neglect
- Difficulty receiving care
- Conservatism
Career fit
Public service, food/nutrition, finance, religious vocation, large-org leadership.
Mantra
Om Brihaspataye Namah