IAST: Maghā | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Pitris (Ancestral Forefathers)
Magha is the 10th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Ketu and blessed by Pitris (Ancestral Forefathers), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Pitris (Ancestral Forefathers)
Ketu
Royal Throne Room / Palanquin
Rakshasa / Tamas
ॐ पितृभ्यो नमः
ॐ मघा देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Maghā Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Magha; 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.
Magha Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Ketu and consecrated by Pitris (Ancestral Forefathers), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ पितृभ्यो नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
