Punarvasu
Ascendant, also known as Lagna, holds great significance in Vedic astrology. The placement of Ascendant in a specific nakshatra carries immense implications for an individual's overall well-being and future prospects. Punarvasu is one such nakshatra that holds a dominant position when it comes to affecting astrological predictions based on the Ascendant. In this post, we will delve deeper into the four Padas of Punarvasu and how they impact people's lives based on their Ascendant sign.
Punarvasu is governed by the planet Jupiter and spans from 20 degrees Gemini to 3 degrees 20' Cancer. Individuals born under this nakshatra are blessed with agility, wit and intellect. With Moon being its ruling planet, there is a strong connection between emotions and rationality among those who have an Ascendant in Punarvasu.
The first pada of Punarvasu begins at 20 degrees Gemini and goes till 23 degrees 20' Gemini. This pada symbolizes material pleasures, worldly desires, achievement and recognition. Those with this Lagna are ambitious and driven towards success but may struggle finding balance in their personal lives.
The second pada starts at 23 degrees 20' Gemini to 26 degrees 40' Gemini- governed by Mercury which manifests as communication skills, business acumen, business operations management capabilities among other areas of expertise. People born under this Lagna mostly make good public speakers or actors as they have excellent skills when it comes to communication.
The third pada falls within Cancer between 26 degrees 40’ to 30 degrees Cancer sign- carrying emotional intelligence along with them since it is ruled by Venus - They are sensitive souls who love intensely anything they feel drawn towards- They are endlessly kind hearted people who value social status & relationships more than monetary benefits
Lastly the fourth pada starts from Cancer at initial starting point until reaching up par taking over from pada 3, this is governed by Mars- who brings about bursts of energy, a go get mentality and strong ambitions. This Lagna signifies strength, power and success in both professional and personal life.
Overall Punarvasu as an Ascendant shows promise for those who have it. As with any nakshatra placement the ultimate results of will depend on several factors such as planets placed in the nakshatra alongside the Ascendant or inside a house. Other considerations whilst analyzing a horoscope would include additional aspects such as strengths & weaknesses of the Ascendant Lord, position & influence of other planets like Rahu or Saturn among others.