IAST: Āśleṣā | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Sarpas (Nagas)
Ashlesha is the 9th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Mercury and blessed by Sarpas (Nagas), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Sarpas (Nagas)
Mercury
Coiled Serpent
Rakshasa / Sattva
ॐ सर्पेभ्यो नमः
ॐ आश्लेषा देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Āśleṣā Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Ashlesha; 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.
Ashlesha Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Mercury and consecrated by Sarpas (Nagas), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ सर्पेभ्यो नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
