Nakshatra 5 of 27
The Deer’s Head · seeking · curiosity · gentleness · restlessness
Mrigashira is the seeker — the deer forever searching the forest for something just out of sight. Ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma, it blends gentle curiosity with restless drive.
| Zodiac range | 23°20′ Vrishabha (Taurus) – 6°40′ Mithuna (Gemini) |
| Symbol | Deer’s head |
| Deity | Soma, the Moon god |
| Ruling planet (dasha lord) | Mars |
| Gana (temperament) | Deva (divine) |
| Animal symbol | Female serpent |
Mrigashira natives are perpetual students and explorers: of places, ideas, people. Light-footed and quick-minded, they charm easily and question everything. The shadow is chronic dissatisfaction — the sense that the real thing is always elsewhere.
Research and academia, travel and exploration, writing and journalism, sales, real-estate search, music and the fine arts.
Mrigashira needs mental companionship above all — a partner who stays interesting. Romance thrives on discovery; routine is its quiet enemy.
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