AstrologgerAbout Shravana Nakshatra
Shravana, meaning "to hear", is ruled by the Moon and associated with Vishnu, the all-pervading preserver of the cosmos whose three great strides measured out the universe. Its symbol—three footprints or a single ear—captures the nakshatra's essential gift of deep listening, learning, and spiritual receptivity. Natives have a remarkable ability to absorb, synthesise, and transmit knowledge, making them outstanding teachers, counsellors, scholars, and devotees who preserve sacred traditions.
Key qualities
- listening
- learning
- devotion
- receptivity
- wisdom
Padas (quarters) of Shravana
| Pada | Navamsa Sign | Syllable |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aries | Ju |
| 2 | Taurus | Je |
| 3 | Gemini | Jo |
| 4 | Cancer | Gha |
Frequently asked questions
What is Shravana Nakshatra?+
Shravana (श्रवण) is the 22nd of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 10°00′–23°20′ Capricorn in the sidereal zodiac and is ruled by Moon. Its presiding deity is Vishnu and its symbol is the Three footprints / Ear. Shravana belongs to the Deva gana and its yoni (animal instinct) is the Monkey.
What are the personality traits of Shravana Nakshatra natives?+
People born under Shravana Nakshatra are typically associated with qualities such as listening, learning, devotion, receptivity, wisdom. Its symbol—three footprints or a single ear—captures the nakshatra's essential gift of deep listening, learning, and spiritual receptivity. Natives have a remarkable ability to absorb, synthesise, and transmit knowledge, making them outstanding teachers, counsellors, scholars, and devotees who preserve sacred traditions.
Which planet rules Shravana Nakshatra?+
Shravana Nakshatra is ruled by Moon. In the Vimshottari Dasha system, a person born with the Moon in Shravana begins their life with the Moon Dasha. The planetary energy of Moon strongly colours the nature and potential of this Nakshatra.
What deity governs Shravana Nakshatra?+
The presiding deity of Shravana Nakshatra is Vishnu. This divine energy shapes the higher spiritual purpose and the archetypal themes that Shravana natives encounter throughout their lives, including lessons related to listening and learning.
Is Shravana Nakshatra good for marriage?+
In Vedic kundli matching (Guna Milan), Shravana's gana is Deva and its yoni (animal symbol) is the Monkey — 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.