IAST: Ārdrā | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Rudra
Ardra is the 6th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Rahu and blessed by Rudra, it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Rudra
Rahu
Teardrop / Diamond
Manushya / Rajas
ॐ रुद्राय नमः
ॐ आर्द्रा देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Ārdrā Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Ardra; may the celestial lunar light illuminate our spiritual path.
Every Nakshatra is segmented into 4 quarters of 3°20' each. Each Pada activates a specific Navamsha rashi and planetary influence:
| Pada | Arc Span | Navamsha Rashi | Navamsha Lord | Auspicious Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 0°00 - 3°20 | Agni Navamsha | Sun/Mars | Chu |
| Pada 2 | 3°20 - 6°40 | Prithvi Navamsha | Venus/Saturn | Che |
| Pada 3 | 6°40 - 10°00 | Vayu Navamsha | Mercury/Venus | Cho |
| Pada 4 | 10°00 - 13°20 | Jala Navamsha | Moon/Jupiter | La |
Chant the canonical hymns dedicated to the cosmic rulers of the Nakshatras.
Ardra Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Rahu and consecrated by Rudra, directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ रुद्राय नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
