Bharani Nakshatra

Bharani is the second of the 27 nakshatras, spanning sidereal Aries 13°20′ to 26°40′. Its Vimshottari lord is Venus, its deity Yama, and its symbol the yoni (womb). If the Moon occupied this span at birth, Bharani is the birth nakshatra.

Key facts

Bharani in tradition

The word Bharani is associated with "the one who bears". Tradition connects it with responsibility, nurturing and order. Yama here is understood as the deity of dharma and balance, not as something to fear. Classical texts list it among the "ugra" (fierce) nakshatras, so many panchangs treat it separately when choosing muhurat.

Padas and naming syllables

Every nakshatra has four padas of 3°20′ each. The traditional syllables for Bharani’s four padas are Li, Lu, Le, Lo. Many families use them when choosing a name; this is a cultural preference, not an obligation.

Bharani and Vimshottari dasha

If the Moon was in Bharani at birth, the Vimshottari dasha begins with the mahadasha of Venus (Shukra). The balance of that first dasha depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the nakshatra, so it relies on an accurate birth time.

Keep perspective

A nakshatra is one part of a birth chart, not the whole story. Its name alone cannot settle anyone’s nature, health or future. Read how to find your nakshatra or make a free kundli. Related signs: Mesh (Aries) horoscope. Pocket Jyotish AI AI can explain terms, but it is not a human and may make mistakes.