Nakshatra 11 of 27
Purva Phalguni
Front legs of a bed / hammock
The first pleasure. Rest, enjoyment, what recharges you.
Ruling planet
Venus
Presiding deity
Bhaga (lord of wealth and bliss)
Symbol
Front legs of a bed / hammock
Zodiac span
Leo 13°20' – 26°40'
Sidereal — view sign: Leo
Padas
4 × 3°20'
What the Moon in Purva Phalguni favors
Purva Phalguni is the first rest — the Moon here favors relaxation, enjoyment, romance, and the replenishment of energy. Venus-ruled and deity-blessed by Bhaga (the giver of good fortune), the mansion invites indulgence without guilt. Favorable for: dates, vacations, creative play, buying something beautiful, reconnecting with pleasure. Less favorable for: austere discipline, emergency work, situations requiring pure output. If you've been grinding, this is a permitted pause. Rest is the work.
Live reading
Is the Moon in Purva Phalguni right now?
The Moon moves through one nakshatra roughly every thirteen hours. The panchanga page computes today’s active mansion from live ephemeris math — if Purva Phalguni is the transiting nakshatra at this moment, the panchanga will tell you, along with the active tithi, yoga, karana, and weekday.
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