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{{Short description|6th lunar mansion of Hindu astrology}}
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'''Ardra''' is the name of a [[nakshatra|nakṣatra]] in [[Hindu astrology]], the sixth depending on numbering scheme used. There are 27 nakshatras in the Hindu zodiac, and these are referred to as ''lunar mansions'', i.e., mansions of the Moon as it passes though the signs. Nakshatras take up 13° 20′, subsequently, in every sign, adding up to the 360° of the zodiac.


The Sanskrit name ''Ārdrā'' translates to "green" or "the moist one". It is associated with the star [[Betelgeuse]] (α Ori).<ref>{{cite book|last=Motz|first=Lloyd|author2=Nathanson, Carol|title=The Constellations: An Enthusiast's Guide to the Night Sky.|year=1991|publisher=Aurum Press.|location=London, United Kingdom|isbn=1-85410-088-2|page=85}}</ref> The Ardra nakshatra extends from 06 degrees 40 minutes to 20 degrees 00 minutes of Mithun (Gemini).<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=http://jyotismati.com/learn-jyoti%e1%b9%a3a/nak%e1%b9%a3atram/ardra/|title=Ārdrā|date=2016-08-01|website=Jyotiṣmatī|language=en|access-date=2020-01-11}}</ref> '''Rahu''' is '''exalted''' in Gemini up to 15 '''degrees''' and debilitated up to 15 '''degrees''' in Sagittarius.
'''Ardra''' (आर्द्रा), meaning "wetness", is the sixth [[nakshatra]] ([[lunar mansion]]) in [[Hindu astronomy]], corresponding to the star [[Betelgeuse]] in the constellation [[Orion (constellation)|Orion]].<ref name=ASE>{{cite web |title=Ardra (आर्द्रा) |url=https://ase.exopla.net/index.php/Ardra |website=All Skies Encyclopaedia |publisher=[[IAU Working Group on Star Names]] |access-date=18 December 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Indian Names (All Terms) |url=https://ase.exopla.net/index.php/Indian_Names_(All_Terms) |website=All Skies Encyclopaedia |publisher=[[IAU Working Group on Star Names]] |access-date=18 December 2025}}</ref> It has a spread from 6°-40'-0" to 20°-00', encompassing the constellation [[Gemini (constellation)|Gemini]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://astrosapient.com/glossary-of-astrology/a/ardra-nakshatra/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230701185536/https://astrosapient.com/glossary-of-astrology/a/ardra-nakshatra/|url-status=usurped|archive-date=July 1, 2023|title = Ardra Nakshatra|website=Astrosapient| date=28 May 2023 }}</ref>{{better source needed|date=December 2025}}


The Hinduism myth associated to Ardra is that of [[Tārakāsura|Tārakā]]. [[Tārakāsura|Tārakā]] is an ''[[asura]]'' who is granted invulnerability by Brahma.<ref>{{cite book|last=Harness|first=Dennis M.|title=The Nakshatras: The Lunar Mansions of Vedic Astrology|year=1999|publisher=[[Lotus Press (WI)|Lotus Press]]|location=Wisconsin|isbn=0-914955-83-7|page=23|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=-iAVEpTwwloC&pg=PA23}}{{verify credibility|date=December 2011}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=http://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/ardra-nakshatra.html|title=Ardra Nakshatra {{!}} Details About Ardra Nakshatra|last=LLP|first=Adarsh Mobile Applications|website=www.drikpanchang.com|language=en|access-date=2020-01-11}}</ref>
==Astrology==
Ardra Nakshatra is governed by [[Rahu]], the North [[Lunar node|Node]] of the [[Moon]], which adds intensity and transformative qualities to the influence of this Nakshatra. The ruling [[deity]] of Ardra Nakshatra is [[Rudra]], a form of [[Shiva|Lord Shiva]] known for his destructive yet regenerative powers.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thenakshatras.com/ardra-nakshatra/|title = Ardra Nakshatra|website=Thenakshatras}}</ref> This Nakshatra is considered to be of a [[Tamas (philosophy)|Tamasic]] nature, representing the darker aspects of existence.


The presiding deity is [[Rudra]], its symbol is a teardrop, <ref name=":1" />the ruling planet is [[Rahu]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.astrojyoti.com/arudra.htm|title=You are being redirected...|website=www.astrojyoti.com|access-date=2020-01-11}}</ref>
===Symbolism and Characteristics===
In [[Tamil language|Tamil]] and [[Malayalam]], Ardra is referred to as Tiruvātirai and Tiruvātira respectively.<ref name=":0" />
The symbol of Ardra Nakshatra is a teardrop, signifying emotional depth and sensitivity. According to [[Vedic astrology]], people born under this Nakshatra may be often characterized by their intense emotions and the ability to experience profound transformations. They possess a deep sense of compassion, empathy, and understanding, but can also be prone to mood swings and emotional turmoil.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://futurescopeastrology.com/learn-astrology/nakshatras-in-astrology/ardra-arudra-aridra-nakshatra/|title = Ardra Nakshatra|website=Futurescopeastrology}}</ref>
 
Ardra :- It lies completely in Gemini and the ruling planet is [[Rahu]], which is the North lunar node;<ref name=":1" /> hence it is a Mercury+Rahu combination. It is found that native with moon in this nakshatra, tend to have intuitive understanding property from Rahu as well as intellectual understanding of Mercury.  The deity is ‘[[Rudra]]’, the God of destruction and it renders this quality in the native. ‘Ardra’ means moist or wet. It is symbolized as a teardrop. As Rahu is the ruling planet the darker side of keen desire of materialism, causing troubles for others.<ref name=":1" /> Thunder power can make a person violent by nature.
 
Naming principle: Names of children born with Ascendant/Lagna nakshatra (or traditionally, the Moon position) should start with syllables Ku, Kham, Ja, Chha,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/astrology/nakshatras-constellations/ardra/|title=Adra Nakshatra {{!}} Adra Nakshatra Male & Female Characteristics|date=2017-02-20|website=GaneshaSpeaks|language=en|access-date=2020-01-11}}</ref> Gha, Da, Na, Jha


==See also==
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Nakshatras

Ardra (आर्द्रा), meaning "wetness", is the sixth nakshatra (lunar mansion) in Hindu astronomy, corresponding to the star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion.[1][2] It has a spread from 6°-40'-0" to 20°-00', encompassing the constellation Gemini.[3][better source needed]

Astrology[edit | edit source]

Ardra Nakshatra is governed by Rahu, the North Node of the Moon, which adds intensity and transformative qualities to the influence of this Nakshatra. The ruling deity of Ardra Nakshatra is Rudra, a form of Lord Shiva known for his destructive yet regenerative powers.[4] This Nakshatra is considered to be of a Tamasic nature, representing the darker aspects of existence.

Symbolism and Characteristics[edit | edit source]

The symbol of Ardra Nakshatra is a teardrop, signifying emotional depth and sensitivity. According to Vedic astrology, people born under this Nakshatra may be often characterized by their intense emotions and the ability to experience profound transformations. They possess a deep sense of compassion, empathy, and understanding, but can also be prone to mood swings and emotional turmoil.[5]

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Ardra (आर्द्रा)". All Skies Encyclopaedia. IAU Working Group on Star Names. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
  2. ↑ "Indian Names (All Terms)". All Skies Encyclopaedia. IAU Working Group on Star Names. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
  3. ↑ "Ardra Nakshatra". Astrosapient. 28 May 2023. Archived from the original on July 1, 2023.
  4. ↑ "Ardra Nakshatra". Thenakshatras.
  5. ↑ "Ardra Nakshatra". Futurescopeastrology.

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