IAST: Punarvasu | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Aditi (Cosmic Mother)
Punarvasu is the 7th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Jupiter and blessed by Aditi (Cosmic Mother), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Aditi (Cosmic Mother)
Jupiter
Bow and Quiver of Arrows
Deva / Sattva
ॐ अदित्यै नमः
ॐ पुनर्वसु देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Punarvasu Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Punarvasu; 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.
Punarvasu Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Jupiter and consecrated by Aditi (Cosmic Mother), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ अदित्यै नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
