Jun 10, 2007 19:07
Your Moon Nakshatra is Purva Ashada
Purva Ashada means early victory.
The symbol of Purva Ashada is a folding fan. Purva Ashada is ruled by Venus, which shows you will place an emphasis on love, beauty, and finding happiness in life.
Mythologically, Apas is the deity of Purva Ashada. Apas is the Goddess of the ocean and the terrestrial waters. Apas means water; it is her waters that cleanse and nourish us. Water is needed to grow the food we eat that nourishes our body; it also refers to the love and joy that nourishes our heart. The fuel for the ceremonial lamps placed on the altar and used in Vedic rituals is a consumable food source such as ghee (clarified butter) or other essential oil. This edible fuel is an offering of love to the divine within us. When the fire of the mind is fueled by the waters of love in the heart, the flame shines bright and sweet and our path is illumined.
Strengths: You have a natural ability to connect and empathize with people, which makes you popular and able to gain recognition and influence over the masses. You have a natural gift for nurturing others, which shows you will likely wield that influence with integrity. You exhibit a deep philosophical nature, and one that senses the method of unifying our long-term vision with our everyday needs. You can also be quite attractive and appealing.
Shadow issues: You must be careful not to simply do what you like without considering the outcome, appearance, or the opinions of others. The good graces you gain from others can be quickly destroyed by this arrogant approach. Your philosophical nature must be tested and remain open and not allowed to calcify into a heavy-handed dogma or conditioned upon obedience to you or an agreement with you.