The 27 nakshatras · 11/27
Purva Phalguni
Pleasure and rest: creativity, charm and the enjoyment of life.
- Degrees (sidereal)
- 13°20′ Leo – 26°40′ Leo
- Rashi
- Simha (Leo)
- Lord (dasha)
- Venus
- Deity
- Bhaga, god of delight and good fortune
- Symbol
- the front legs of a bed, or a hammock
- Gana
- Manushya (human)
Purva Phalguni, in Leo, is the nakshatra of rest after effort. Its symbol is a bed or hammock and its deity Bhaga governs pleasure, marital happiness and the share of good fortune each person receives. It is about enjoying life, love and creativity.
The Moon here gives warmth, charm and a playful, affectionate nature, with a strong pull toward the arts, entertainment, romance and good company. Venus as lord adds taste, beauty and a gift for making others feel welcome.
The lesson of Purva Phalguni is balance between enjoyment and effort. Relaxation is sacred here, but too much of it turns into indulgence.
The four padas
Each pada is 3°20′ wide and takes the colour of one navamsa sign.
| Pada | Degrees | Navamsa |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13°20′ Leo – 16°40′ Leo | Leo |
| 2 | 16°40′ Leo – 20°00′ Leo | Virgo |
| 3 | 20°00′ Leo – 23°20′ Leo | Libra |
| 4 | 23°20′ Leo – 26°40′ Leo | Scorpio |
When the Moon is next in Purva Phalguni
The Moon passes through each nakshatra about once a month and stays about a day. The next times, as of the last update: Times are in UTC.
- Tue, 3 Nov 2026 21:56 → Wed, 4 Nov 2026 21:59
- Tue, 1 Dec 2026 03:30 → Wed, 2 Dec 2026 03:25