Ruling Deity & Cosmic Role
The presiding deity of Mula Nakshatra is Nirrti / Kali (Goddess of Destruction). 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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Kali Stotram
क्रीं क्रीं क्रीं
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Nirriti Sukta
निऋत्यै नमः
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Mula Mantra Stuti
ॐ मूलाय निरृत्यै नमः
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Ruling Planet Mantra — Ketu (Navagraha Stotra)
पलाशपुष्पसंकाशं तारकाग्रहमस्तकम् ।
रौद्रं रौद्रात्मकं घोरं तं केतुं प्रणमाम्यहम् ॥
रौद्रं रौद्रात्मकं घोरं तं केतुं प्रणमाम्यहम् ॥
Palasha-pushpa-sankasham tarakagra-mastakam |
Raudram raudratmakam ghoram tam Ketum pranamamy-aham ||
Raudram raudratmakam ghoram tam Ketum pranamamy-aham ||
I bow to Ketu, who shines like the palasha flower, fierce and intense, presiding over the stars.
🕐 How to chant: Chant 108 times on the day of Ketu, 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।।
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mula Nakshatra?
Mula is the 19th of 27 lunar mansions in Vedic Jyotish. It spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is ruled by Ketu with Nirriti as its presiding deity.
Which planet rules Mula Nakshatra?
Mula is ruled by Ketu 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 Mula Nakshatra?
The presiding deity of Mula is Nirriti. 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 Mula Nakshatra?
The Navagraha Stotra verse for Ketu is traditionally recommended. Chanting it 108 times on the day associated with Ketu may be spiritually beneficial.
On which day should Mula natives worship?
The day of the week ruled by Ketu is considered auspicious for Mula 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 Mula Nakshatra?
Bhajans and stotras aligned with Nirriti are traditionally recommended for Mula 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.