Ruling Deity & Cosmic Role
The presiding deity of Anuradha Nakshatra is Mitra (God of Friendship). This divine force shapes the soul of every being born under this star, imparting their celestial qualities, cosmic duties, and spiritual gifts. By devotion to this deity through bhajan and mantra, native souls harmonise with their highest dharmic potential and unlock the blessings encoded in their birth star.
Recommended Bhajans & Mantras
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Mitra Stuti
मित्रस्य चर्षणीधृतो
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Vishnu Sahasranama
विश्वम् विष्णुः
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Anuradha Mantra
ॐ मित्राय नमः
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Ruling Planet Mantra — Shani (Navagraha Stotra)
नीलांजनसमाभासं रविपुत्रं यमाग्रजम् ।
छायामार्तण्डसम्भूतं तं नमामि शनैश्चरम् ॥
छायामार्तण्डसम्भूतं तं नमामि शनैश्चरम् ॥
Nilanjana-samabhasam Raviputram Yamagrajam |
Chayamartanda-sambhutam tam namami Shanaishcharam ||
Chayamartanda-sambhutam tam namami Shanaishcharam ||
I bow to Shani, dark as collyrium, son of Surya, elder brother of Yama, born from Chaya.
🕐 How to chant: Chant 108 times on the day of Shani, facing East, ideally at sunrise or sunset.
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Recommended Bhajan — Hanuman Chalisa
श्रीगुरु चरण सरोज रज, निज मनु मुकुरु सुधारि।
बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायकु फल चारि।।
Read Full Hanuman Chalisa →बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायकु फल चारि।।
Personality & Nature
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anuradha Nakshatra?
Anuradha is the 17th of 27 lunar mansions in Vedic Jyotish. It spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is ruled by Shani with Mitra as its presiding deity.
Which planet rules Anuradha Nakshatra?
Anuradha is ruled by Shani in the Vimshottari Dasha system. The qualities of this planet significantly shape the nature and life patterns of natives born under this star.
Who is the deity of Anuradha Nakshatra?
The presiding deity of Anuradha is Mitra. Devotional worship and chanting associated with this deity may help align the native with the higher qualities encoded in their birth star.
What mantra is recommended for Anuradha Nakshatra?
The Navagraha Stotra verse for Shani is traditionally recommended. Chanting it 108 times on the day associated with Shani may be spiritually beneficial.
On which day should Anuradha natives worship?
The day of the week ruled by Shani is considered auspicious for Anuradha natives. Regular devotional practice on this day may help harmonise planetary energies.
How do I find my Janma Nakshatra?
Your Janma Nakshatra is determined by the Moon's position at the time of your birth. A free Kundali calculator at ournakshatra.com can calculate this instantly from your birth date, time, and place.
What bhajan is recommended for Anuradha Nakshatra?
Bhajans and stotras aligned with Mitra are traditionally recommended for Anuradha natives. Devotional singing with sincerity is considered more important than the specific bhajan chosen.
Can my Nakshatra change?
No — your Janma Nakshatra is fixed at birth based on the Moon's position and does not change. However, the Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras approximately every 27 days, affecting the day's quality.