Secrets of Purva Phalguni

Purva Phalguni 

(13°20'- 26°40' Leo) 

"Pure Bliss and Creativity"

Meaning: Fruit of the Tree, 

Former Red One 

Name: The Star of Fortune 

Star Name: Delta and Theta Leonis

Symbol: Hammock, 

Front Legs of Bed 

Presiding Deity: 

Aryaman (god of Union) 

Deity: Bhagya (god of Fortune) 

Vimshottari Dasha Lord: Venus 

Purusharta: Kama (Desires) 

Gana: Human 

Varna: Brahmin Caste (Priest)

Element: Apah (Water) 

Gender: Female

Nadi: Pitta (Fire and Water)

Guna: Rajasic (Material Passion)

Nature: Urga (Fierce)

Activity: Balanced

Trimurti: Vishnu (To Maintain) 

Yoni: Female Rat 

Yoni Consort: Magha (Male Rat) 

Shakti: Power to Procreate 

Direction: North

Color: Light Brown 

Facing Direction: Upward

Most Compatible: 

Ardra (6°40'- 20°00' Gemini),

Magha (0°00'- 13°20' Leo), 

Uttara Phalguni 

(26°40' Leo- 10° Virgo)

Least Compatible: 

Pushya (3°20'- 16°40' Cancer),

Chitra (23°20' Virgo- 6°40' Libra),

Dhanishta 

(23°20' Capricorn- 6°40' Aquarius)

Padas (Quarters) of Purva Phalguni 

Luck, Marriage, & Microscopic View 

1st Pada: 13°20'- 16°40' Leo

Navamsa: Leo (Vargottama) 

Focus: Confidence, Pride, Creativity

2nd Pada: 16°40'- 20° Leo 

Navamsa: Virgo 

Focus: Social, Hardwork, Service

3rd Pada: 20°- 23°20' Leo 

Navamsa: Libra 

Focus: Charm, Beauty, Relationships

4th Pada: 23°20'- 26°40' Leo 

Navamsa: Scorpio 

Focus: Emotion, Intensity, Addiction

    Purva Phalguni is positioned from 13°20' to 26°40' of Vedic Sidereal Leo. Its name means "The Fruit of the Tree" or "The Fig Tree". Along with "The Former Red One". Purva Phalguni is also referred to as the Star of Fortune. The symbol is "a Swinging Hammock" or "the Front Legs of a Bed". Aryaman is the presiding deity. Although, it is also argued that Bhagya is the deity. This Nakshatra is also influenced by Venus according to the Vimshotarri Dasha system. Along with having the influence of the Sun because it falls entirely in the royal sign of Leo. 

    "The Fruit of the Tree" or "The Fig Tree" represents the reward of past karma (deeds). Purva Phalguni is said to have already completed their karma in their past actions. So, the only thing left is to enjoy the reward of those past actions. This makes this Nakshatra all about enjoyment. The total enjoyment of all beauty and pleasure. Venus is associated with Purva Phalguni because it's the planet of pleasure and enjoyment. This is definitely a pleasure-seeking Nakshatra. Purva Phalguni is connected to beauty, fashion, luxury, sexuality, romance, and the arts. Even "The Former Red One" is representing fertility and the enjoyment of material passion. Relating to the Rajasic quality of Venus and this Nakshatra. This is also symbolized by the swimming hammock or the back legs of a bed. Relating to a place of comfort and relaxation.

    Purva Phalguni is known as the Star of Fortune. Once again, relating to the enjoyment of positive karmic return. However, this is also said to be a lucky and abundant Nakshatra. Along with being a very generous Nakshatra. These are individuals who have a love of sharing their creative talents. Even if it drains them of their time, energy, and resources. Purva Phalguni is fully immersed in the beauty of the creative process and the enjoyment of the creative performance. Many individuals born under this Nakshatra are involved in singing, acting, dance, poetry, fashion design, modeling, fine arts, etc... They know how to put on a dramatic and quality performance and do it only for the pleasure of creativity. Fame and fortune can come to these individuals.  

    There is also a love of children found in Purva Phalguni. This goes along with the shakti being the power to procreate. Purva Phalguni is connected to all forms of union and creativity. It represents the merging of polar opposites to bring a creation to life. Even the men in this Nakshatra are producing art by tapping into their divine feminine. Merging the masculine and feminine energies together. However, the polarity is very strong in Purva Phalguni. The men born under this Nakshatra tend to have a more ferocious and territorial nature about them. Whereas, the females display more of a loving nature. In both, there is a strong desire for pleasure. However, the men show a more forceful side that's connected to the masculine expression of sexuality. This merging of opposite polarities is related to the presiding deity. Bhagya rules the fortune and enjoyment that is found in Purva Phalguni.

    Purva Phalguni is a very happy-go-lucky placement. These are usually very friendly and playful people to be around. Their humor and easy-going nature are especially likable. Purva Phalguni can even be very witty, charming, and flirtatious. This relates to the sexual union shown in this Nakshatra. However, there is also a dark side to this placement. Despite having a very pleasant personality, they can also become very egotistical. These are definitely the performers of the Zodiac. So, they require a lot of attention. Sometimes making them a bit arrogant, show-offish, and even pompous. Interestingly enough, you can also see the exact opposite. Purva Phalguni also displays the polar opposites in being hedonistic or ascetic. For some with this Nakshatra, they prefer being alone and finding union with Spirit.

Depiction of Aryaman

Depiction of Bhagya

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Purva Phalguni Ascendant 

Venus in Jyeshta 

Sun in Anuradha 

Moon in Rohini

Purva Phalguni Ascendant 

Venus in Purva Phalguni  

Sun in Ashlesha 

Moon in Ashlesha

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Purva Phalguni Moon 

Venus in Punarvasu (Gemini) 

Sun in Pushya 

Purvashada Ascendant