IAST: Mūla | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Nirriti (Goddess of Dissolution)
Mula is the 19th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Ketu and blessed by Nirriti (Goddess of Dissolution), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Nirriti (Goddess of Dissolution)
Ketu
Tied Bundle of Roots
Rakshasa / Sattva
ॐ निर्ऋतये नमः
ॐ मूल देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Mūla Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Mula; 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.
Mula Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Ketu and consecrated by Nirriti (Goddess of Dissolution), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ निर्ऋतये नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
