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Swati Nakshatra
Swati is the wind's star — independent, adaptable, and impossible to cage. Like a young shoot it bends without breaking and finds its own direction. Trade, diplomacy, and self-made paths all prosper here.
| Sidereal span | 6°40′ Libra – 20°00′ Libra (Lahiri) |
|---|---|
| Deity | Vayu (the wind) |
| Symbol | A young shoot swaying in wind |
| Ruling planet | Rahu — a Swati Moon begins life in a Rahu mahadasha |
| Gana (temperament) | Deva |
| In a word | independence, balance, flexibility |
Moon in Swati (janma nakshatra)
A Moon in Swati must have room to move; give it independence and it returns with fairness, charm, and a balance others can lean on.
In Vedic astrology the Moon's nakshatra matters more than the familiar Sun sign: it colors the emotional instincts and — through its ruler, Rahu — sets where your Vimshottari dasha sequence begins.
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Common questions
Which planet rules Swati nakshatra?
Swati is ruled by Rahu. In the Vimshottari dasha system, someone born with the Moon in Swati begins life in a Rahu mahadasha.
What does the Moon in Swati mean?
A Moon in Swati must have room to move; give it independence and it returns with fairness, charm, and a balance others can lean on.
What is the symbol and deity of Swati?
Swati’s symbol is a young shoot swaying in wind, and its presiding deity is Vayu (the wind). Its span is 6°40′ Libra – 20°00′ Libra (Lahiri sidereal).