Sanskrit: Makara | Ruling Graha: Saturn (Shani) | Color: Dark Blue, Charcoal & Slate
The cardinal earth mountain of disciplined karmic duty. Ruled by Saturn and hosting the exaltation of Mars, Makara ascends steadily toward monumental accomplishments.
Saturn (Shani)
Prithvi / Tamas
Knees, Joints & Skeletal System
Blue Sapphire (Neelam)
In Vedic astrology, each Rashi is composed of 9 Padas (quarters) spanning across specific Nakshatras:
ॐ शं शनैश्चराय नमः (Om Śaṁ Śanaiścarāya Namaḥ)
The vehicle of Goddess Ganga and Lord Varuna, Makara represents unyielding endurance and the transition of the Sun northward at Makar Sankranti.
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Because Makara dissolves superficial desires through patience, perseverance, and relentless devotion to duty (Svadharma).
