AstrologgerAbout Ardra Nakshatra
Ardra, meaning "moist" or "fresh after rain", is ruled by Rahu and governed by Rudra, the fierce storm-god, embodying the violent yet cleansing power of the tempest. The teardrop symbolises both grief and the relief of cathartic release—destruction that clears the way for fresh growth. Natives are intensely emotional and intellectually penetrating, often drawn through dramatic personal upheavals that ultimately lead to profound inner renewal.
Key qualities
- intensity
- transformation
- intellectual depth
- emotional storms
- renewal
Padas (quarters) of Ardra
| Pada | Navamsa Sign | Syllable |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sagittarius | Ku |
| 2 | Capricorn | Gha |
| 3 | Aquarius | Ja |
| 4 | Pisces | Chha |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ardra Nakshatra?+
Ardra (आर्द्रा) is the 6th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 6°40′–20°00′ Gemini in the sidereal zodiac and is ruled by Rahu. Its presiding deity is Rudra and its symbol is the Teardrop / Diamond. Ardra belongs to the Manushya gana and its yoni (animal instinct) is the Dog.
What are the personality traits of Ardra Nakshatra natives?+
People born under Ardra Nakshatra are typically associated with qualities such as intensity, transformation, intellectual depth, emotional storms, renewal. The teardrop symbolises both grief and the relief of cathartic release—destruction that clears the way for fresh growth. Natives are intensely emotional and intellectually penetrating, often drawn through dramatic personal upheavals that ultimately lead to profound inner renewal.
Which planet rules Ardra Nakshatra?+
Ardra Nakshatra is ruled by Rahu. In the Vimshottari Dasha system, a person born with the Moon in Ardra begins their life with the Rahu Dasha. The planetary energy of Rahu strongly colours the nature and potential of this Nakshatra.
What deity governs Ardra Nakshatra?+
The presiding deity of Ardra Nakshatra is Rudra. This divine energy shapes the higher spiritual purpose and the archetypal themes that Ardra natives encounter throughout their lives, including lessons related to intensity and transformation.
Is Ardra Nakshatra good for marriage?+
In Vedic kundli matching (Guna Milan), Ardra's gana is Manushya and its yoni (animal symbol) is the Dog — two of the eight kootas weighed when matching charts. No nakshatra is universally "good" or "bad" for marriage; compatibility depends on how these factors align with the partner's nakshatra. Check any pairing with our Kundli Matching tool.