IAST: Svātī | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Vayu (Wind God)
Swati is the 15th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Rahu and blessed by Vayu (Wind God), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Vayu (Wind God)
Rahu
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Deva / Tamas
ॐ वायवे नमः
ॐ स्वाती देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Svātī Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Swati; 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.
Swati Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Rahu and consecrated by Vayu (Wind God), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ वायवे नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
