27 Lunar Mansions 1
27 Lunar Mansions 1
27 Lunar Mansions 1
The ruler of this lunar mansion is Ketu, the South Node of the Moon. The Mula individual may
possess a deep philosophical nature and an inquisitive mind that enjoys exploring the roots of any
subject. The entire nakshatra resides in the sign of Sagittarius, ruled by Jupiter. The person may
experience much wealth and luxury through Mula. It may also create the dissolution of fame and
money. Howard Hughes had his natal Sun and Jimmy Swaggart his Lagna residing in this asterism.
The deity of this nakshatra is Nirriti, the goddess of destruction, who lives in the kingdom of the
dead. Mula is often associated with butchers, violence and cruelty. Arrogance, egotism, lust and
anger can be experienced here. Nirriti means calamity and can indicate an individual tied to a
position of misfortune. Nirriti, being the goddess of destruction, has the power to ruin, destroy and
break things apart (barhana shakti).1 It reveals the necessary dissolution to proceed to a new life.
Nirriti is also called Alakshmi or the denial of Lakshmi (prosperity). She is also depicted as Kali, the
fierce goddess who wears a necklace of skulls, representing the heads of ignorance.
Mula inflicts pain, but the pain is intended to set the person on the right track toward God-
realization. It leads the person to seek divine help. Mula people can be very devoted to a spiritual
path and learn to transmute the animality of the ego in to spirit. Their animal symbol is a male dog
and their nature is rakshasic or demon. Mula is a tikshna (sharp or dreadful) nakshatra which can
be related to black magic, casting spells, exorcism, punishment and even murder. Powerful, bold
and brash activities can occur under its influence. They must learn to control their passions. For the
Mula person, pain in inevitable, suffering is optional.
Mula at a Glance
The deity of this lunar mansion is Apas, representing the cosmic waters deified as God, depicted as
the causal waters spreading in all directions and giving rise to the affairs of humanity. This also
relates to the concept of spreading one s name and reputation throughout the land. Its power is that
of invigoration (varchograhana shakti).1 Varuna is also mentioned as a residing deity due to his
protection of the seas and the giving of rain. He pervades all things, representing the inner law of
higher truth. There can be flashes of intuition in this nakshatra which provide valuable insight into
the workings of divine law.
Purva Ashadha people can reveal a deeply philosophical and spiritual nature as the the corn husks
of the ego are stripped away. Their primary motivation is moksha or spiritual liberation. They usually
possess a strong need to continually improve their life situation. Purva Ashadha brings about
purification and regeneration through early victories in life. For example, the youthful golf
professional Tiger Woods has his natal Sun in this nakshatra. These people have an independent
nature with many friends to support their aspirations.
The shadow side of Purva Ashadha is hubris and an egoic nature. These natives can exhibit an
over-expansive nature, and usually do what they like without considering others opinions. They are
good debaters and can defeat anyone in an argument. They can become obstinate and will not
submit to the demands of anyone. The infamous dictator, Adolf Hitler, had his natal Moon in this
nakshatra. Mental aggression and self-deception may be present. Sometimes the native will exhibit
his negative qualities to a magnified extent to help the person work through the lessons. Purification
and cleansing of the pride and ego can result if the individual can surrender to God s will.
Political interests, good speaking skills Richard Nixon, J. Edgar Hoover, Earl
Warren
Slow, but steady recognition, fame Anthony Hopkins, Mel Gibson, Kahlil Gibran