Ruling Deity & Cosmic Role
The presiding deity of Mrigashira Nakshatra is Soma / Chandra (Moon God). 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
1
Chandra Kavacham
दधिशंखतुषाराभं
2
Soma Stotram
सोमं मनसि संयोज्य
3
Mrigashira Dhyanam
मृगशीर्षे शीतलं सौम्यरूपम्
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Ruling Planet Mantra — Mangal (Navagraha Stotra)
धरणीगर्भसम्भूतं विद्युत्कान्तिसमप्रभम् ।
कुमारं शक्तिहस्तं तं मङ्गलं प्रणमाम्यहम् ॥
कुमारं शक्तिहस्तं तं मङ्गलं प्रणमाम्यहम् ॥
Dharanigarba-sambhutam vidyutkanti-samaprabham |
Kumaram shakti-hastam tam Mangalam pranamamy-aham ||
Kumaram shakti-hastam tam Mangalam pranamamy-aham ||
I bow to Mangal, born from Earth's womb, brilliant as lightning, the youthful one holding a spear.
🕐 How to chant: Chant 108 times on the day of Mangal, 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
Gentle, inquisitive, and always searching for meaning. Excellent communicators and romantic at heart.
Famous Personalities
- Kalidasa
- Rabindranath Tagore
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mrigashira Nakshatra?
Mrigashira is the 5th of 27 lunar mansions in Vedic Jyotish. It spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is ruled by Mangal with Soma as its presiding deity.
Which planet rules Mrigashira Nakshatra?
Mrigashira is ruled by Mangal 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 Mrigashira Nakshatra?
The presiding deity of Mrigashira is Soma. 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 Mrigashira Nakshatra?
The Navagraha Stotra verse for Mangal is traditionally recommended. Chanting it 108 times on the day associated with Mangal may be spiritually beneficial.
On which day should Mrigashira natives worship?
The day of the week ruled by Mangal is considered auspicious for Mrigashira 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 Mrigashira Nakshatra?
Bhajans and stotras aligned with Soma are traditionally recommended for Mrigashira 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.