Career

Psychic mediums, hypnotists; sailors; marine life experts; shipping industry; entertainment industry; fishing professions; professional hosts and hostesses; managers; writers; poets; professional motivators; industries processing raw materials especially liquids; painters; war strategists; weapons experts; para gliders; jumpers; hairdressers; hot air balloonists; flying professionals; herbalists; amusement park workers; people employed in liquid and water professions

Gana: Poorvashada is a ‘manusha’/human nakshatra, and displays human qualities in all its extremes.

Favorable Activities

Courageous situations, settling debts, making a statement, inspiration, inciting, warring, confrontation, revitalization, healing, visiting aquatic places, adventure, spirituality, equine actions, art, ancient sites, marriage, sexuality, confidence, water activities, worshipping female deities

Unfavorable Activities

Tact, diplomacy, reflection, promise, land-based journey

Remedies

Poorvashada natives should worship Goddess Laxmi, Lalita and Tripurasundari, and chant the root mantra “Om Bam” 108 times during the lunar transition of this nakshatra to alleviate afflictions. Wearing ornate and varied pastel colors like white, light pink/blue is also recommended. All important actions should correspond to the course of this constellation for best results.

Miscellaneous

In the words of Varahamihira, the lunar influence gives Poorvashada a proud disposition and makes them suitable for spousal relationships. Adolf Hitler is a typical Poorvashada native.

Padas or Quarters

The first pada falls on the Leo Navamsa which is ruled by the . The quarter stands for the proud and confident aspect of Purvashadha. With a strong spiritual urge, the other aspect is a strong sense of ethics. Planets like to stay in the limelight here.

The second pada falls on the Virgo Navamsa which is ruled by . It reflects the alchemical and intellectual aspect of the nakshatra. Natives are required to work hard and are rewarded by material or spiritual success. Other than , planets are conducive to professional success.

The third pada falls on the Libra Navamsa which is ruled by . The pada is relaxed and loves luxury. Natives reap the fruits at this stage rather than working hard. A Pushkara Navamsa pada, planets other than the provide good material results and promote partnerships and group tasks.

The fourth pada falls on the Scorpio Navamsa which is ruled by . The pada is haughty, hidden, mysterious and secretive. There are two extremes, material perversity or great occult wisdom. Planets are ideal for foreign affairs and occult attainments.

Poorvashada – The Hand Fan

Poorvashada (13.20-26.40 Sagittarius) is the height where culminates its positive energy and is ruled by the Waters. It is the asterism which supplies us with the energy that is required for survival.

Also known to many as ‘the Invincible Star’, Poorvashada is related with declarations of warfare, being ruled by the God of Wisdom. Poorvashada is denoted by the hand fan, and natives of this asterism are both confident and intelligent.

Behavioral Characteristics

Poorvashada has strong belief in itself and considers itself as invincible. Thus, most of the invincible qualities of the zodiac Sagittarius such as ambition, adventure, faith, exuberance and philosophy find their roots to this nakshatra. Being an optimistic constellation, Poorvashada lacks the impatience as it is prepared to follow the rules of time. Instead of being intimidated by setbacks, Poorvashada rather appears to be inspired by it, which may at times work against its favor.

Sometimes, Poorvashada natives are characterized by unrealistic hopes, which can be taken care of by balancing nakshatras in their horoscope. The energy of Poorvashada indicates performing the task right away and this is sometimes insensitive of them. It makes them more warring and destructive which brings sorrow and regret. The cautious nature of the natives makes them slow in performing certain immediate tasks and this may aggravate the intensity of the situation at hand.

Their fresh lookout contains the power to embed life in things that are not as fortunate as they are. Their nonchalance contributes to the joy of living every moment and overcome adversities. Hence their aim is to always get a good life. Certain kinds of the Poorvashada asterism tend to get excited once their goal is achieved and this is also a part of their inherent nature. Poorvashada is born to show them off, and they simply love it. Their creative perception is also worth mentioning as despite their somber expression, they can break into a smile any time.

Honesty is a Poorvashada trait, but then they delight in secrecy to a certain extent. Poorvashada identifies with “varchograhan shakti” which refers to the power to instill invigoration, with their strong bonding and strength to eliminate confusion at a cosmic level.

Strength: Influential; artistic; handsome; popular; polite; patient faithful to friends; intelligent; loves the comforts of life; attracted to water; supportive; courageous; humble; wealthy; loves fine cuisine; has a enjoyable relationship with spouse; capable of having many children; makes a good manager; but prefers to be in service; valuable employee; seeks the truth.

Weakness: Egotistical; inflexible; superiority complex; argumentative; not open to advice; works hard for little pay; incompetent manager; bouts of loud and raucous behavior; dictatorial; obstinate; lacks patience with those who are slower to change; settles for less.

Professions: Politicians, lawyers, public speakers, motivational speaker, writers, actors, artists, entertainment, poets, teachers, travel industry, foreign traders, shipping industry, navy officer, marine experts, fishing industry, hypnotists, psychic, raw material industry, professions related to water and liquids, refineries, war strategists, costume designers, hair stylists, flying profession, herbalists.

Famous Purvashadahas: Adolf Hitler, Johnny Carson, William James, Ernest Hemingway, Barbara Bush, Aishwarya Rai

Favorable Activities: Confrontation with enemies and opponents, standing up for beliefs, reconciliations, settling debts, going to war, inspiring people into action, revitalization, adventure, exploration in nature, sports, pioneering, travelling over water, sailing, artistic performances, visiting ancient sites, agriculture, marriage, sexual activity

Unfavorable Activities: Requiring tact and diplomacy, calm reflection, completion of things, land journeys

Mantra:

Sacred Energy Vortex: Kaduveli Graceful Aakaasapureeswarar Temple

The Graceful Aakaasapureeswarar Temple is located in Kaduveli village, near Tiruvaiyaru in Tamil Nadu, India. This temple shares the brilliant energy of the Purvashadha. This energy always moves in the form of light. Kaduveli is known as the edge of cosmic space. Lord Shiva created a brilliant light at Kaduveli through palm leaves. Once he created this magnificent light, Lord Shiva revealed its existence at the Kaduveli Temple. A Siddha named Kaduveli Siddha performed penance at this temple and after witnessing Lord Shiva manifest as Sri Akaasapureeswarar, Kaduveli Siddha was transported to the border of cosmic space to continue his penance.

It is auspicious for those born under Purvashadha to visit this temple and make offerings to Sri Aakaasapureeswarar at least once in their lifetime. Those not born under Purvashadha may also benefit by worshipping at Kaduveli Temple. It is favorable to visit on Purvashadha day and perform archana , offer flowers to Sri Aakaasapureeswarar and ask for the blessings of Lord Shiva.

There are special poojas for Vaasthu (the science of arranging the five elements). The Kaduveli temple it is appropriate to conduct the Vassthu pooja for the earth element. This is beneficial to perform before constructing a building or home. This offering is important for people in real estate, construction and building maintenance. To perform the Vaasthu pooja, one must offer aromatic scents, perform abhishekam, anoint the deity with sandalwood and kesari (flour, sugar, cardamom) and adorn the Siva Lingam with fragrant flowers. It is also favorable to offer pongal (sweetened boiled rice) to the poor people near the temple. This pooja will invoke the blessings of Sri Aakaasapureeswarar and Vaasthu.

Purvashada natives, your incense is made with the herb Guduchi as prescribed by the Vedas.

Burning one of these pillars is like performing a mini fire ritual for that particular star formation. For your specific Birthstar, you will be able to connect inwardly to your planet of energetic origin and gain support with the positive aspects that are you.

Burning the other Nakshatra pillars on that specific Nakshatra day will tune you in with the favorable activities with that star’s energy for the day. It is recommended to at least burn your own personal Nakshatra pillar daily to stay connected to your essence. It is advantageous to burn the days Nakshatra pillar as well.