Revati Nakshatra

Zodiac Range Pisces

16° 40’ - 30° 00’ Pisces (Sidereal)

Nakshatra Padas Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces (Mars and

Venus are Exalted; Jupiter and Mercury are
Debilitated)
Ruling Planet Mercury (As Per Vimshottari Dasa System
of Parashara Maharishi)
Motivation Moksha (Spiritual Liberation/ Emancipation)

 Ayurvedic Dosha Kapha (Phlegm or Water + Earth)

Gana Deva (Divine, God-Like Dispositions)

Orientation Tiryanga Mukha (Looking Straight/

Facing Forward/ Level)
Quality  Mridu (Soft/ Mild/ Tender)
Caste Shudra (Worker)

Guna Sattwa (Sattwa – Sattwa – Sattwa)

Shakti Kshiradyapani Shakti (The Power to “Nourish,

Protect, and Foster”, the Power of Nourishment
is Symbolized by ‘Kshira’ which is Milk)
 Yoni Female Elephant

Body Part The Abdomen and Groin, the Ankles and the Feet
 Activity  Balanced

Element  Aakash (Ether)

Direction East

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 Sounds De, Do, Chaa, Chee

Color Brown

The sanskrit root word

Revat = wealthy, rich, prosperous, abundant, plentifull, beautiful, splendid.

Other Ancient names of this Nakshatra

 Antya, Antyabha, Needhra, Paushna, Paushnabham, Pashupa, Puschan, Revathy,
Sasvata.

Meaning
“One who Nourishes bringing Growth and Prosperity”, Revati means the “Shining
One” or the “Shining Light” who shows the Path to Others. Revati Rescues those
Who Deserve Special Protection, such as Children and Animals.

 Astronomy - Revati Nakshatra

Number of Stars - 32 (Zeta Piscium/ Revati is the Brightest amongst the
Constellation of Pisces/ The Tail of the Northern Fish. Eta Piscium/ Al Pherg is
another star that lies in the “Pouring Point of Water”in this Constellation of Pisces
gives Organizational Ability, and a Promise of Success. This Celestial Region is the
Culmination of Mercurial Energy. The Ancients saw these Stars forming the Shape of
a Drum).

 Yoga Taras (Principle Stars)

Batn-Al-Hut.

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Revati Nakshatra - Ruled by Mercury

Revati Nakshatra in the Vimshottari Nakshatra Dasa (120 Year Cycle of Timing of
Events) system introduced by Rishi Parashara is associated with planet Mercury. This
association with Mercury is only relevant with the Vimshottari based Nakshatra Dasa
system and Mercury doesn't rule this Nakshatra as is believed and understood
misintepreted in many of the later texts on Nakshatras. The Nakshatras are ruled by
the Devatas (Tutelary Archetypes or Principal Dieites). Other Nakshatra based dasa
systems given by Rishis Parashara have been associated with other planets that
influence this nakshatra and this has to be used judiciously only for studying and
intepreting the underlying scheme of Dasa.

Study of the Vimshottari Dasa with this Nakshatra we base the association of Mercury
with the Karakas (significations) of Mercury which includes and not limited to:
Intelligence, Speech, Business, Math Ability, Materrnnal Uncle, Mathematics, Hand
Work, Literature, Astrrology, Education, Maternal Uncles, Intelligence and Intellect,
Happiness through Children, Ultimate Knowledge, Deceiving Others, Proficiency In
Writing Diplomatically, Handicrafts, Weaving; Sexual Enjoyments, Travels Over Water,
Vegetables, Digestive Fire, Fanning, Parrots, Coloured Plays/Shows, Betel Leaves,
Cages, Grass, Inciting Quarrels, Prosperity, Ambassadorial Functions.

Mercury is also associated with Lord Gautama Buddha (Enlightened Saint) amongst
the Dasa Avataars (10 Incarnations) of Vishnu. Mercury is also been re #ered to as Para,
Parnaya, Rauhineya, Saumya, Tunga.

Key Points

' The root word describing Revati, is Ru which means: “She who
increases prosperity, success, fortune, wealth, and abundance”

' Goddess Revati is the daughter of King Kakudmi or Aivata who ruled
Kusasthali, a kingdom beneath the ocean. Kakudmi was the descendant of
Suryavansha or the Solar Dynasty and the son of King Revata

' Revati is the wife of Balarama, elder brother of Lord Krishna as per mythology.
Symbolically the tale of Devaki, Rohini and Balarama (refer Mythology section
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 Revati) leads us to the secret energy inherent in this nakshatra i.e., “Mysterious
Preservation” and “Protective Principle” and gives the angle of “Surrrroogacy”
and “Foster Parenting” in this asterism

' ‘A Pair of Fish’ is a symbol of deep spirituality and signifies the merging of
the ‘Jivatman’ (the individual soul) with the ‘Paramatman’ the (Universal
soul). The fish also gives fertility and allows for rapid growth

' ‘The Drum’ is a marker of time and indicator of the good sense rhythm it can
bring to one’s life. Hence, this constellation is related to time and other kinds
of rhythmic measurements or activities such as Music, and should ensure
timely sleep, exercise, and eating in their lives

' Pushan the deity of Revati is invoked for the “Protection of Flocks and Herds”
and for “Safe Travel”. Revati natives have been known to be giving foster care
to others children or animals. They have and a &nity or love towards small
domestic animals.

' The name Pushan comes from the Sanskrit verb ‘Pusyati’, which means
“one who cause people to thrive, one who brings bliss and prosperity”

' Pushan is also the “Ruler of the Roads” and is conducive nakshatra to
commence your journeys. He has his rulership over streetlights and
lighthouses which help ships from getting lost. This nakshatra may also
indicate our final
 journey from life to the next

' Pushan is the Ferryman who yearns to cross over the dead through river
Vaitarani which falls on the Southern gate of the infernal city of Naraka
(Garuda Purana), the realm of Yama (God of the Dead)

' Since the deity Pushan ushers the dead souls to the realm of Yama, it is
seen that this asterism gives prominence to hospice workers. Revati
natives have a generous and a protective spirit and is willing to give
nourishment and sustenance to the people on the streets

' Pushan is also the Lord of lost things or lost animals and also considered the
healer of the animals. 6L placed with no a )ictions in Revati can give a liking to
pet animals. However, multiple malefic influences can sometimes create the
fear of animals or problems due to animals

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' Since Revati is a Tiryanga Mukha nakshatra, projects that commence in
this asterism progrresses sequentially without any hurdles

' Revati is one of the most benefic nakshatras for spiritual growth
and development of psychic abilities

' The animal symbol of Revati is the Elephant, which usually likes to roam on
level than on uneven terrain this explains the balanced and level nature of the
asterism. Like the symbol Elephant the natives are probe to fatness and
superfluity

' Revati’s influence enables its beneficiaries to do great service for their fellow
beings without expecting much in return and the impulses flowing through
this asterism leads to expansion of awareness

' Revati natives are known to be weak in their childhood and are usually seen
to be prroone to frequent illnesses

' Revati being a constellation placed in the watery sign of Pisces, it is seen
that such native has love for water and benefit from living by the water

' Out of all the 27 Nakshatra born persons, Revati born persons are the most
god fearing and are religiously much inclined

' Revati born are observed to be mostly settled in foreign countries or

reasonably far from their places of birth. Also, the Revati native cannot stick
to any particular field of work or job for long

' Revati likes to guide and rescue those who deserve special protection: such
as children and animals and are often seen in paediatrics, veterinary
medicine, hospice work, emergency response, animal activism and protective
shelters. It is often seen that such natives make good adoptive parents (foster
fathers and mothers)

' The destructive and dissolute power of the universe to create the
Mahapralaya is the state and process which operates under Revati’s energy

' The planet Venus is exalted in the last quarter of this mercurial constellation
(at 27 degrees in Pisces, the 12th sign of the natural zodiac showing Venus’s

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 importance in final liberation or moksha), and mythologically the planet Saturn
is born in this nakshatra. However, the last quarter of Revati considered
inauspicious for longevity

'  Anthropomorphically this is the cavity of the abdomen, groins of Kalapurusha

' Influences: Aquatic products, fruits and flowers, salt, gems, conch shell,
pearls, lotuses, perfumes, ornaments, conveyance, traders and sailors, tape-
recorder

' Moon in Revati: the person has well developed limbs, looks lovely and
graceful, is a hero, pure and wealthy

'  According to Varahamihirraa, Moon in Revati “gives one perrffect body and
physical felicity. The native is supposed to be blessed with purity, luck, wealth and a
heroic disposition.” One will generally find that those having Moon or Ascendant
in Revati are usually gentle, kind and pious unless there are other overwhelming
factors to the contrary in the chart.

Revati Nakshatra mentions from the Scriptures

“Revati rules aquatic products as well as fruits and flowers, salt, gems, counch shell,
 pearls, lotuses, perfumes, flowers (or frageant flowers), traders and sailors (or
 helmsmen).”

- Brihat Samhita by Varahamihira (Chapter XV, Stellar Rulership)

“If in Revati he will have a broad mark, will be love-sick, lovely, clever in counsel, will
 have sons, family and friends and will enjoy steady continuous prosperity.”

- Jataka Parijata, Nakshatra Palam (Adh. IX, Sloka 84-90)

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“Healing and Treatment of Disease.”

- Muhurta Chintamani

“Per Hora Sara, the person will be fortunate, will be long lived, will have self respect &
 pride, very courageous, spiteful and interested in women.”

- Hora Sara

“Per Jatakabharana, he person born in Revati Nakshatra will be handsome /

beautiful, wealthy, enjoys life, learned and will have wavering mind. He will be
optimistic, valorous, sexual and perform complicated jobs easily.”

- Jatakabharana

“Per Mansagari, the native born in this Nakshatra will have a flawless body, practice
cleanliness, e ! cient in doing work, will behave respectfully with others & also gets
 respected by others. He will work with devotion and earns wealth by good deeds.”

- Mansagari

Deity - Pushan
Pushan (One of the 12 Adityas or Vedic Solar Deities) who represents the
“Nourishing form of the Sun God”, “The Animal Keeper of the Gods”, “The
Protective Deity of the Cattle and the Paths”, “the Nurturer and Protector of Flocks
and Herds”, “Protector of Wayfarers and their Belongings”, “one Who is usually
invoked for Safe Travel”, He is “the Measurer of the Skies”, He is also “the Protector
of the Soul in its Journey to the next World”, “God of Meetings”.

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Symbol - Fish
Fish or a Pair of Fish, A Drum (called Naggada, a type of Indian drum played with two
sticks)

Sacred Animal - Female Elephant

Female Elephant & Leadership

 An elephant herd usually comprises six to twelve elephants, and is led by the
wisest and oldest female, known as the “matriarch.” The herd relies on her to
lead and make decisions regarding the course of action. The herd follows the
matriarch by walking behind her in single file. Young elephants follow their mothers,
holding onto their tails by their little trunks.
The characteristics of the elephant alpha-female represent true and e#ective
leadership: she is a role model. Because of size, she doesn’t have the speed of other
powerful animals. She makes up for it with herr leadership skill set, which enables
elephants to survive their harsh environment, unique in the animal kingdom.

Mythological Stories about Revati

Nakshatra The Story of Pushan’s Teeth

 According to a narrative found in the Taittiriya Samhita, Rudra was excluded from the
Daksha yajna, an important sacrifice in honor of varriious deities. He, in anger,
pierced the sacrifice with an arrow and Pushan broke his teeth as he attempted to
eat a part of the oblation. The later versions of this narrative are found in the
Ramayana, Mahabharata, and the Puranas. In these versions, Rudra (or Shiva)
was angry because his father-in-law, Daksha, the sacrificer, did not invite him. Shiva,
in anger, kicked Pushan and knocked out his teeth as he was eating the oblation. In
the Puranic versions, Virabhadra, created by Shiva from a lock of his matted hair,
knocked down Pushan's teeth.

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The form of Ganesha related to Revati Nakshatra

Sankatahara Ganapati is the final among the 32 forms

of Lord Ganesha. The lord “Sankatahara” literally means
“dispeller of all sorrow”. In this form Ganapathi appears
seated on red lotus with his consort Sakthi (Devi)
seated on his left thigh dressed in green attire and she
holds lotus flower. The complexion of Sankatahara
Ganapati is like sunshine hue and dressed in blue attire
with four hands. His main right hand postures Varadha
Mudra rewarding wishes to his devotees and his main
left arm gently holds around Goddess Sakthi and holds
the vessel of sweet milk pudding.

Strength
Creative Thinker, Independent, Lucky, Liked by All, Gives and Receives Support,
Gifted at Arts, Nurturer, Promoted Quickly, Brave, Skilled in Pleasing, Sociable, Good
Counselor, Proud, Stately Presence, Sparkling Personality, Loves and Protects
Animals and Pets, Longevity, Well Groomed, Good Hygiene, Might be Born into A
Wealthy Family, Interested in Ancient Cultures, Selflessness, Compassionate, Caring

Weakness / Shadow Issues

Takes on other People’s Problems, Overindulgent, Poor Health, Amoral Attitudes,
Doubt Ridden, Low Fertility, Spiteful when Hurt or Jealous, Resentful, Feels
Inadequate, Low Self-Esteem, Overly Sensitive, Stubborn, Volatile, Co-Dependent,
Easily Disillusioned, Victimized, Feels Unloved or Insecure.

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 A )ictions to Revati or malefics in Revati can cause nutritional deficiencies,
malnourishment or bodily imbalances due to improper or untimely dietary
habits
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Similarly, a )iction to Revati or malefic 2L placed in this asterism can
also represent dental problems
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The native su#ers from gastric indigestion and becomes unhappy with
his wealth in the latter part of his life
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In Revati it is seen happy marriages sometimes have a very tragic ending

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 ' Becomes unhappy through his wealth in the latter part of his life
' Revati native cannot keep a secret for long and cannot stick any job for long.

Favorable Activities when moon transits Revati Nakshatra

Initiations, Marriage, Sexuality, Transaction and Dealership of Goods, Music, Art,
Occult, Spirituality, Healing, Leisurree Actions and Gardening, Conclusions, Business
or Financial Matters, Exchanging Goods, Music, Drama, and Creative Activities,
Charity, Studying Spiritual or Occult Teachings, Healing and Treating Ailments,
Activities for Leisure and Relaxation, ending or Completing Activity.

Unfavorable Activities when moon transits Revati Nakshatra

 Activities requiring Severe Tactics or Bold Action, Overcoming Obstacles, Enmity,
Calamities, Sharp Actions, Surgery, Physically Strenuous Activities, the Last Two
Padas of Revati are not Supportive for Beginning a New Activity.

Career Interest
Hypnotists and Psychic, Creative Artists of all kinds including Painters, Musicians etc.,
 Actors, Entertainers and Comedians, Illusionists, Magicians, Watchmakers, Road
Planners and those working in Rail & Road Construction Business, Time Keepers,
Calendar and Ephemeris Makers, Astrologers, Professional Hosts and Hostesses
(especially Air Hostesses, Ship Stewards, etc.), Gemstone Dealers, Those involved
in the Pearl Industry, All kinds of Shipping and Marine Industry, Those involved with
Foster Homes and Orphanages, Driving or Transport Professions, Those involved
with Religious Institutions, Air Tra&c Controllers, Tra&c Cops, Lighthouse Workers,
Saints, Those involved with Road Safety, Driving Instructors, Travel Planners, Travel
Agents, Foster Parents, Making Calendars, Film Actors, Comedians, Politicians,
Humanitarian Projects, Charitable Work, Urban Planners, Government Positions,
Psychics, Mystical or Religious Work, Journalists, Editors, Publishers, Travel
Agents, Flight Attendants.

Important themes

' Teeth and Dental Issues or Problems

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 ' Problems with the Legs and Ankles

' Roads and Accidents

' Foster Parenting, Surrogacy, Care giving to others Children and Animals

' Protector and Nurturer of others on their Journey

' Nourishment of the Dependants (Sheppard)

' Di&culty with own Children, Diseases of Childhood (frequent illness)

' Pet Lovers, Breeders, Animal Husbandry, Paediatrics, Veterinary Medicine,

Hospice Work, Emergency Response, Animal Activism and Protective Shelters

' Water Motifs (Love for Water, Living near Water Bodies, etc

' Insomnia and Nightmares

' Finding Lost Articles and Objects

' Revati Females taller than their Spouses

' Interest in Music, Spiritual and Psychic Sciences

' Progress in Leaps and Bounds.

Famous Personalities
 Ascendant in Revati: Mikhail Gorbachev, Lee Lacocca, Bette Midler, Pete Rose

Sun in Revati: Celine Dion, Al Gore, Eddie Murphy, Marlon Brando

Moon in Revati: Whitney Houston, Marlon Brando, Rodney King, Jim Jones, Joe
Pesci, Rabindranath Tagore.

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Places Associated with Revati
Roads, Railroad Tracks, Airports, Oceans, Seas, Beaches, Shipping Yards, Stage,
Cinema, Orphanages, Monasteries, Ships, Aeroplanes, Trains, Bus Stations, Transport
Industry, Public Auditoriums, Clock Towers/Watch Towers, Light Houses, Driving
Instruction Schools.

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