Ashlesha Nakshatra, which is from 16°40' to 30°00' degrees in Cancer, is the 9th Nakshatra in the zodiac as per Indian Vedic Astrology. The symbol for Ashlesha Nakshatra is a coiled serpent. This lunar mansion is the deceptive divine serpent who resides in the zodiac sign of Cancer. The presiding deity for Ashlesha is the Sarpas, the snakes or a group of snake. They are often referred in Hindu Vedic lores as one lives beneath the earth in the realm known as Pataala. This type of association for this Naga nakshatra and such snake related symbolisms makes Ashlesha denote everything associated with the snake. There is an Indian perspective of snakes as wily, creepy creatures often said to hypnotise their prey and then entwining or coiling themselves around their victims before they get any sort of consciousness.
An Ashlesha native or people with Ashlesha Nakshatra are also credited with great wisdom, cunning, insight, powers of concentration, and primordial energy and power or vigour. This primordial vigour is particularly sexual power. So people even relate this nakshatra to Ketu in astrology for the traits of serpent deity. But not to forget that Ashlesha is the Nakshatra which is ruled by planet Mercury and is signified by a serpent deity. Hence it depicts the very unusual side of Mercury. As the symbol represents a coiled snake, many also say Ashlesha even possess the quality of snake which is coiled and ready to act. Though the action depends on the type of planet associated with this lunar mansion.
Many astrologers quote that, Ashlesha Nakshatra rules qualities like deception, insincerity, secrecy, greed, actions like attacking at the hind side, cold-bloodedness and poisonous or painful things. While the positive side of Ashlesha Nakshatra gives insight, wisdom and holistic understanding into any subject. When this lunar mansion has a good influence of strong Jupiter it can also enable divine wisdom.
Moon in Ashlesha Nakshatra: The people whose Birth star is Ashlesha Nakshatra are ones who are inattentive to the work of other people. Ashlesha native is sinful and ungrateful. They can be promiscuous eaters and they are skilled in deceiving others.
Ashlesha Nakshatra Lord or ruling planet is: Mercury or Budha.
Ruling deity: Sarpas or Snakes, a collective serpent deity.
Position of Ashlesha Nakshatra: 16°40' - 30°00' in Cancer zodiac sign.
Symbol of Ashlesha Nakshatra: Coiled snake or coiled serpent 🐍
Translation of Ashlesha: Embrace
Astronomical Star Name: ε Hydrae or Epsilon Hydrae.
Ashlesha Nakshatra Gender: Female
Ashlesha Nakshatra Nadi: Kapha or Phlegm (Mucus)
Ashlesha Nakshatra Guna or Qualities: Sattva
Ashlesha Nakshatra Nature: Sharp or Dreadful (Tikshna).
Ashlesha Nakshatra Tattva or Element: Water
Ashlesha Nakshatra Caste: Mleccha (the outcaste)
Ashlesha Nakshatra Gana: Rakshasa
Ashlesha Nakshatra Yoni: Male Cat (Marjar Yoni)
Ashlesha Nakshatra meaning and Characteristic
Various words in the English language use the alphabets of Aslesha (da, di, do). Those words are demon, deceit, debauchery, delusion, darkness, desperation, devil, danger and alike. You can find them out yourself. The common feature however that binds these words is that it is not possible for Ashlesha to function benevolently while working on the mundane plane. It is extremely difficult to cope with the energies of this lunar constellation or handle it appropriately. The Vedic astrologers often identified this Nakshatra with the esoteric and the occult matters.
The most distinguishing features of an Ashlesha person is square faces with parallel, wide and thin lips. The small round and gleaming eyes with a suspicious look. A pale complexion with the lack of attractiveness and sexual appeal. Their snake-like movement makes others attracted to them. Expert at social graces, the Ashlesha native flatter and praise others with courteous approaches. To rise up the social ladder, they are often deceitful, ruthless and plotting. Anyone with above-average perceptiveness can spot their scheming nature. Additionally, they are always worried and cautious.
The suspicious nature of Ashlesha makes them good observers and intuitive individuals. They function best in situations where there is lurking danger, a trait of naga constellation. Sometimes the suspicion can make them paranoid and schizophrenic. Presence of the Ashlesha energy breeds social suspicion and fear. This makes the Ashlesha natives lurk behind genuine thoughts and feelings. It also makes them miserly and when deceiving others and it might be possible that they are also deceived in return.
An Ashlesha person's natural affinity towards poison is complemented with mental games like strategy. Ashlesha native has a natural liking for cooking. And in business, they often employ deceptive methods. The Vishaleshana Shakti or analysing power attribute to them the power of inflicting poison on others.
Professions and Persons ruled by Ashlesha Nakshatra
- Self-centred and Self-serving people.
- Controversial people
- Insightful man
- Greedy, cunning and miserly politician and business people.
- Robbers and Manipulators
- Chemical engineer and People dealing with poisons like a Druggist.
- Zoologists and someone specialising in reptiles.
Marriage Compatibility of Ashlesha Nakshatra with other Nakshatras
Ashlesha and Ashwini Nakshatra: You have a unique bond. Ashwini is special to you as they are exciting, adventurous, you both are connected instantly. You are attracted by their idealism and they remain in your heart as you recognise them as free spirits like yourself. You trust and feel in tune with Ashwini. They understand your vulnerabilities and tolerate your weaknesses. 75% compatible
Ashlesha and Bharani Nakshatra: A beautiful relationship, friendly and sensuous, yet unconventional. Bharani keeps you enthralled. You can remain with them, bound by their sexual aura for longer than you anticipated. Bharani possessiveness can make your retreat. Make Bharani feel secure but also be firm about your need for freedom. 66% compatible
Ashlesha and Krittika Nakshatra: You are attracted to their strong personality, disarmed by their shyness. Their stubbornness surprises you. You fear that Krittika issues will dominate. Krittika is very similar to you, reflecting a different aspect of the Mercury-Sun combination. You will bond more closely with them than the Taurus Krittika. 57% compatible
Ashlesha and Rohini Nakshatra: You fall for Rohini's charm and witty intellect, but find them to be romantic, emotional and needy. You can be perverse with them: the more they need you, the less you want to give them what they want. It can become an unhappy situation; you bring the worst out in each other. You need to concentrate on each other's positive traits. 33% compatible
Ashlesha and Mrigashirsha Nakshatra: Both of you can present images to each other that have no connection to reality. The serpent connection further adds to the secrecy and mystery in your relationship. Mrigasira can behave childishly and you can be uncaring when faced with relationship difficulties. Learn to control your tempers: you can hurt each other and be self-destructive. 47% compatible
Ashlesha and Ardra Nakshatra: The crazy and on-the-edge Ardra excites you. But close up, they can be very practical and boring. Ardra can make the mistake of making their admiration obvious and that is an immediate turn-off. Ardra's animal sign is the dog and, like a cat, you can fight with them incessantly. There is hardly a time when peace reigns supreme. 33% compatible
Ashlesha and Punarvasu Nakshatra: A good relationship and great sex. You forgive Punarvasu their need to always advise you, fix your life and try to improve you. You constantly remind them that they are your lover, not your guru. You can be jealous of the people who surround them. You hate to share your love, but with Punarvasu you need to learn to do so. 60% compatible
Ashlesha and Pushya Nakshatra: You do not think Pushya is fighting for you; they appear boring, staid workaholics. But their detachment from your attractions makes you go forward and try to make them interested. When you get to know them, they are witty, warm and sexy. Pushya is patient, they love you but do not have unrealistic expectations of you. 80% compatible
Ashlesha and Ashlesha Nakshatra: This is an excellent relationship. You understand the pain each other has been through. You accept each other's shortcomings, something you are usually unwilling to do with other partners. You will move from detachment to attachment, loving the freedom of shared emotions and passions. 77% compatible
Ashlesha and Magha Nakshatra: Your worst sexual relationship. As Magha nakshatra is very sexual, it is sometimes easy to have a sexual affair with them, only to realise you do not get along. You do not understand each other's needs. Your relationship goes downhill very quickly. They make you feel rejected and unloved so you are cool, arrogant and intimidating. 41% compatible
Ashlesha and Purva Phalguni Nakshatra: You enjoy Purva Phalguni's practical nature, their attachment to family and their endless socialising but their inability to understand your spiritual needs becomes the first barrier. Then there is the problem of your animal signs being sexually inimical. Do not intimidate them. Do not allow them to tease you. Try to be friends. 41% compatible
Ashlesha and Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra: Uttara Phalguni represents a dilemma to you. Get too close to them and they overpower you with their personality and needs; stay away from them and they complain you do not love them or care for them. You have to get your relationship with Uttara Phalguni just right. Then you revel in their warmth and love. 50% compatible
Ashlesha and Hasta Nakshatra: You are attracted to Hasta's sophistication and their independence. They appear fun-loving and social. But their need for emotional dependence is difficult. You try to analyse them and can criticise their dependence on emotion. Hasta love you too much and that puts you off. Their loving you should be a plus point, not a minus one. 53% compatible
Ashlesha and Chitra Nakshatra: You sense the inner beauty of Chitra and you hardly ever take them at face value. They appreciate it and will let you into their inner world. You like the excitement and adventure of loving Chitra. You love the way they show interest in you, yet let you be independent and never try to question your detachment. Enjoy their love. 67% compatible
Ashlesha and Swati Nakshatra: Swati just do not know what you want. You can be distant friends, but the moment you fall in love, the problems start. You may find them sexually boring and seek your pleasures elsewhere. If they love you, you put them off. If they ignore you, you become jealous and possessive. What about the middle way? 30% compatible
Ashlesha and Vishakha Nakshatra: You feel their strength instinctively: the tiger Vishakha is far stronger than the cat. You try to use all your wiles to establish your superiority over them. Is it necessary? Your relationship becomes one of power play. They can feel manipulated by your ability to use a charm offensive to get your own way and they lose trust in you. 41% compatible
Ashlesha and Anuradha Nakshatra: Anuradha will want to mould you in their own image. You are independent and dislike the constraints of any kind. You can cope with Anuradha's polarities, you are comfortable with their ambitions, and you like their coolness and feel turned on by their passion. But you find it hard to handle their need for romance and love. 53% compatible
Ashlesha and Jyeshta Nakshatra: Jyeshta fascinate you. They represent how you would like to evolve as a person. You empathise with their struggles and analyse your spiritual choices with them. You find this relationship mentally exhilarating, both of you taking each other to new heights. You love Jyeshta as a part of yourself and they do everything to please you. 69% compatible
Ashlesha and Mula Nakshatra: Your relationship with Mula is a spiritually complex one. This puts lots of pressure on the relationship despite the fact that the compatibility is high. You should not be possessive of Mula and also do not allow them to disregard your feelings. Remind them about your love and their need to conform to certain basic rules, they want to keep your love. 61% compatible
Ashlesha and Purva Ashadha Nakshatra: You make good friends but bad lovers. You have experienced unhappiness from a few dramatic changes in life. You cannot understand Purva Ashadha's ability to change their philosophy without any pain or angst. You can be a bit jealous. Allow your bitterness to creep into the relationship and you spoil it. 42% compatible
Ashlesha and Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra: This relationship can go wrong so fast that you do not have time to fix things. Your symbol is the serpent and their animal sign is its deadly enemy the mongoose. The sexual compatibility is very low. Their anger burns you and they get the full brunt of your viciousness and sarcasm. Both of you get hurt. 27% compatible
Ashlesha and Shravana Nakshatra: You can't relate to the world of Shravana: lovely, wonderful, sentimental and quiet. You have a cynical view of life and your world has never been rosy or colourful. The attraction of opposites is usually bad news. You both may try to be what the other wants but both of you can be wilful and fixed in your thinking. 36% compatible
Ashlesha and Dhanishta Nakshatra: You are greatly attracted to the primal quality of Dhanishta, their independence, their loyalty and their fiercely protective nature. You love their unconventional nature and their ability to defy tradition. They are passionate lovers. Just do not be too detached: they need to be reminded they are important and that you love them. 60% compatible
Ashlesha and Shatabhisha Nakshatra: You think of Shatabhishak as a challenge as they are cool and distant. Your ego gets hurt, as they do not give you the attention that others do. You enjoy the excitement of reining them in, but emotionally you know they are not being honest and neither are you. Learn to talk about love, don't avoid difficult emotional issues. 50% compatible
Ashlesha and Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra: Purva Bhadra can have a real weakness for you. You may explore the relationship superfluously but in the long term, you prefer to remain detached. You can be casual with their emotions and flirt with them with no real intention of seriousness. They can hurt by reality and will not find it easy to forgive and forget. 39% compatible
Ashlesha and Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra: Uttara Bhadra can love you too much. You want to explore a relationship where you experience some surprises. They cannot give you an on-the-edge experience. Why don't you try their brand of loving? You can find them surprisingly sensuous and their loving care is more satisfying than you thought possible. 55% compatible
Ashlesha and Revati Nakshatra: You can never be the type of love Revati want you to be. You are both ruled by Mercury but whereas you are just starting to search for answers, working within intellectual boundaries, Revati has moved beyond this and has an intense need for self-realisation. Your spiritual paths are so different. You may try to love Revati but you are unable to offer them the complete attention they seek. 33% compatible
Best and worst lunar constellation for compatibility with Ashlesha
From Marriage compatibility point of view, the most ideal life partner for Ashlesha Nakshatra will be of Pushya Nakshatra and the most challenging life partner will be of Uttara Ashadha and Swati Nakshatra.