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Swati Nakshatra

Ruled by Rahu · presided by Vayu (wind god) · symbol: Young shoot swaying in wind

Symbol

Young shoot swaying in windThe emblem classical texts give it

Deity

Vayu (wind god)Presiding devata

Lord

RahuVimshottari dasha ruler, sets the first dasha

Span

186.67°–200.00°Sidereal zodiac arc, four padas

MEANING

Born under Swati

Swati grants independence, adaptability and diplomatic grace. You thrive through flexibility and self-directed movement.

IN THE ZODIAC

Swati sits inside

Its 13°20′ arc crosses one rashi, which is why the same nakshatra can colour two different Moon signs.

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