Magha Nakshatra

Information on Magha Nakshatra Characteristics in Vedic Astrology

Magha nakshatra is the 10th nakshatra of the Indian Vedic Astrology which corresponds to the star Regulus. This nakshatra is ruled by the planet Ketu and spans through the constellations of Leo and virgo. The word 'magha' means royal or grand and just as it's name suggests the natives of this nakshtra get royal and respectable positions in their lives. It signifies authority, domination and high social respect and the natives who belong to this nakshatra become very important leaders in their respective field. In ordinary cases the nakshatras are ruled by devatas or gods, but in this case Magha is ruled by pitra or ancestors, thus the natives of this nakshatra are strongly inclined to their ancestral beliefs and traditions. Also due to the strong influence of daemons on them, they have a very strong inclination towards comfort and material pleasures in world. It directly connects one them and their ancestor's past deeds.

Number : 10
Gender : Female
Translation : Mighty or The Magnificent
Symbol : Royal Throne or Palanquin
Animal Symbol : Male Rat
Presiding Deity : Pitras, Ancestors
Ruling Planet / Ruling Lord : Ketu
Nature : Rakshasa (Demon)
Dosha : Kapha
Guna : Tamasic
Element : Water
Disposition : Fierce or Aggressive (Ugra)

Magha Nakshatra Physical Appearance

The natives of this nakshatra have a very good physical features and characteristics. Their outward personality is very attractive and magnetic. The males usually have a stout body which is quite hairy while the females have attractive long hair.

Magha Nakshatra Personality Traits

They will have close connection to their ancestral heritage and will also have good leadership skills. Some of the other characteristics of these individuals are having enterprising nature and having thoughtful interaction with their friends and other members of the society. They are very pleasant to interact and have a good sense of righteousness. They are very caring and have a very protective attitude toward others. They respect people's feelings and emotions and will never hurt them in any way. If they happen to hurt anyone by mistake they will immediately apologize and will do everything to ensure that they compensate for that they have done. When it comes to doing their work and fulfilling their responsibility, they will do it with full seriousness and commitment but they will not like anyone trying to obstruct their work. Because of this they tend to upset a lot of people and make enemies on the way. In general they are very good and cordial people who will never try to offend or hurt anyone, knowingly or unknowingly.

Magha Nakshatra Positive & Negative Traits

These individuals are also very traditional and follow all their rituals and customs and cling to their values at all times. They respect their elders and follow all the basic rules and regulations. They are very closely connected to their ancestors and heritage and will follow their forefather's teachings and try to strictly adhere to it. They are spiritual and religious and have a fear of god in them. They are also quite artistic and tends to master this art with ease and lots of practice. They are very careful and cautious at approaching things and dealing with life, but at the same time they will ensure that they equally enjoy it. Their caring, loving and empathetic attitude towards others makes them very positive people who work for the benefit of others.

Among their negative traits is their pride which can sometimes make them arrogant. They have a very strong inclination towards material pleasures and luxury and even enjoy high positions in society. This sometimes brings in a fake pride in them which can shadow their personality. Being in positions of power makes them overconfident and proud and thus they tend to impose their decisions on others. They consider themselves to be very classy and thus okay to dominate others on the basis of their position, which doesn't go very well with others. They usually enjoy a very happy and balanced married life.

Magha Nakshatra Compatibility

The natives of this nakshatra are usually very compatible with other nakshatras like Ashwini, Mrigasira and Ashlesha and are incompatible with natives of the Chitra nakshatra.

Magha Nakshatra Male Characteristics

The male natives of this Nakshatra have medium appearance with prominent neck and a hairy body. They usually have a mole in their hands or beneath their shoulder. They are of medium height and have a very innocent look. These individuals are very enterprising and respectful towards their elders and have a fear of god in them. They like to enjoy their life to the fullest and will indulge in all sorts of luxury and pleasure. They are also very dedicated, committed and responsible. They are very knowledgeable; especially they will have lots of knowledge about arts and will receive plenty of respect, honor and recognition from famous and learned people. They are traditional and cultural people and will take great pride in their culture, rituals and festivals. They will observe each of them with great reverence and also have deep respect for their ancestors. They usually don't plan of hurting the feeling of others and will do everything to ensure that people don't get offended by them. In case they hurt someone by mistake they will take immediate steps to rectify them. Their married life is usually good and happy but they will have to shoulder a lot of responsibility, which they do without any complaints.

Magha Nakshatra Female Characteristics

The female natives of this nakshatra have a very attractive and beautiful feature. She will have lots of similar features of that of her male counterpart but will also have her own distinct and unique features and characteristics. She can sometimes be very argumentative and quarrelsome and are known for her fits of anger. When it comes to helping others she is always on the fore front and she likes being charitable. She fears god and this fear guides all her actions. She likes living a comfortable and luxurious life and can become a master of both her professional and personal life. She is the first one to help when someone is in need and is never selfish. Those natives who are under the influence of Jupiter will be very lucky and achieve great success in life. She will marry a wealthy person and will live like a queen. At times there are frequent conflicts in her family, especially with her husband and in-laws, which creates lots of trouble in the family. Otherwise she will lead a very good life.

Famous People Born Under Magha Nakshatra

Magha Nakshatra Female Famous Personalities : Julia Roberts, Christine M O Lagarde, Lou Henry Hoover, Margaret Thatcher, Dolly Parton, Theresa May, Christa McAuliffe, Jodie Foster

Magha Nakshatra Male Famous Personalities : Forest Whitaker, Kader Khan, Pope Pius X, Rudy Giuliani, Abul Fath Jalal Ud Din Muhammad Akbar, Bankim Chander Chattopadhyay (Chatterjee), Pierce Franklin, William Howard Taft, Winston Churchill, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Sir Ian Murray Mckellen, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmad, Walt Whitman, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Sri Aurobindo