Vedic Astrology · Nakshatra
Hasta Nakshatra
Nakshatra 13 of 27 · Ruled by Moon · Presided by Savitar
Key Facts
Ruling Planet
Moon
Deity
Savitar
Symbol
Hand
Element
Fire
Quality
Movable
About Hasta
Hasta is the nakshatra of the skilled hand — of craftsmanship, healing touch, and the capacity to manifest vision through dexterous, precise action. Presided over by Savitar, the radiant aspect of the Sun before it rises, and ruled by the Moon, Hasta combines mental agility with practical skill. Those born here often have extraordinary hands — literally or metaphorically — and a gift for bringing beautiful, functional things into being.
Core Strengths
Shadow Side
- Can be calculating or use wit to manipulate
- Tendency toward nervousness or anxiety
- Over-emphasis on practical results at the expense of depth
- Restlessness and difficulty with stillness
“My hands create what my vision imagines. I bring skill and care to everything I make.”
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