Nakshatra Nakshatra Celestial Location

Calotropis Gigantea = Crown Flower = sacred to Sravishtha Nakshatra

Dennis Harness

• The Nakshatras: The Lunar Mansions of Vedic Astrology

• (emphasis by BP Lama)

Shravana translates as the hearing , with its primary symbol being an ear. It is a deva, or godly nakshatra that has the capacity to hear the astral sounds of Krishna s flute, and the celestial bells or the cosmic Om.

The natives of this asterism usually have brilliant minds and the capacity to study other cultures and spiritual dimensions.

The movie director, George Lucas and Vedic scholar, David Frawley both have their natal Moons in this auspicious nakshatra.

Material success is a result of the primary motivation of this asterism being artha or wealth.

The primary deity is Vishnu, the Preserver of the Universe.

Saraswati, the Goddess of Learning, is considered to be the female deity associated with Shravana.

The shakti is the power to provide connection with others ."

Pandit David Frawley:

• Fruits of Worshipping Each Nakshatra

"Vishnu desired, "May I hear people say good words about me.

May I not gain any bad regard."

One who makes the appropriate offering to Vishnu, to Shravana,

• hears good words about himself

• and does not come to any bad regard.

Those born under Shravana are concerned about what people say about them

about their public reputation.

They will strive to keep themselves in good repute.

They are sensitive about the opinions of others."

FEMALES

Shravana

• Shil-Ponde.(1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra .p 99.

"Denotes a charitable and benevolent person of

• strength of character

• and calmness of demeanor.

She gives courage to others.

• The nervous and needy come to her for help,

• and get it.

These women make good designers and interior decorators."

MALES

Shravana

• Shil-Ponde.(1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra. p 86.

"An excellent character, the keynote of which is kind heartedness and generosity,

• particularly to those less fortunate than himself.

This man will always be able to accumulate the good things of life

• without injuring anyone else to do so.

He will be disposed to share his belongings with the poor and needy.

• The extent of his activities in this direction,

• will of course depend on his station in life.

Many social workers and philanthropists have Shravana rising.

He will also be very religious

• and will participate in church activities

• if his environment permits."

General Description of Shravana characteristics -- from Das/ Behari

... very good attractive physical features.

• Normally height will be small and ... a peculiar mark on the face, may be in the form of a mole or some other mark which appears to be a kind of disfigurement.

• In some cases, a black mole beneath the shoulder has been noticed.

You are very sweet in speech and also you maintain neatness in every work you undertake.

• There is a set principle for you in life.

• You expect your surroundings to be very clean and you dislike persons who do not have the tendency of maintaining neatness.

• Once you notice a person in untidy conditions you will not hesitate to open your mouth.

• You take pity on the condition of others and try to help others as far as possible.

• You like to have very neat and delicious food... a very good host.

• You are god fearing and have full respect for elders.

• You are a believer in victory for truth.

• You cannot expect much benefit or return from those persons whom you have helped whereas it has been noticed that you are subject to deceit from others.

• Even if you catch a thief, you will try to find out the truth of the circumstances which led that person to become a thief and if you are convinced you will let that person go.

• Your inherent quality of peaceful appearance and the knack of dealings will penetrate to the minds of the public, hence you are the fittest politician for modern times.

• Your smile is enough to attract and be remembered by others.

• Whatever may be the ups and downs in life, you will neither reach to the top or bottom.

• In other words, a mediocre life will be enjoyed by you.

• Even illiterate persons born in this Nakshatra will show complete maturity and will be eager to gather knowledge whenever they get opportunity.

You are a very good adviser.

• Others will look to you for solving individual as well as collective problems.

• You are a versatile genius.

• You have the ability and capacity to undertake different jobs at a time.

• If you are installed in a seat of some power and authority, you will shine well.

• You are always in search of an authoritative job.

Since you have to shoulder much responsibilities and spend for fulfilling responsibilities you will always be in need of money.

• You will not like to take revenge even on your bitterest enemies.

• On the other hand you will think to let God give due punishment to them.

• Up to 30 years of age you will undergo several changes.

• Between 30 to 45 years of age will mark stability in all walks of life.

• In case you go beyond 65 years due to beneficial planetary positions you can expect remarkable progress both economical and social.

• You are suitable for taking up mechanical or technical work or engineering. You may also be connected with petroleum or oil products.

Married life will be filled with extra-ordinary happiness.

• You will have a spouse with all good qualities.

• That does not necessarily cause you to remain faithful however.

You may suffer from ear problems, skin disease, eczema, rheumatism, tuberculosis and indigestion.

Description of the Pada = four quarters = four steps = of Shravana

Sravana Pada 1 = Mesha navamsha

• USA Sec State Condoleezza Rice

• USA Pres-04 James Madison

Sravana Pada 2 = Vrishabha navamsha * Pushkara Navamsha

MALES

• Beatle Ringo Starr

FEMALES

Sravana Pada 3 = Mithunaya navamsha

MALES

• "Lord of the Rings" writer JRR Tolkien + Shukra + Chandra

• [Chandra] Tony Blair

FEMALES

• partner of JFK-Jr, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy

Sravana Pada 4 = Karkata navamsha

MALES

FEMALES

H.H. Tenzin Gyatso

• Kindness, Clarity, and Insight 25th Anniversary Edition .

• Jeffrey Hopkins (Trans. Ed.), Elizabeth Napper (Ed.),

"When engaging in hearing, it is important to mix the mind, to familiarize the mind, with what is being heard.

• The study of religion is not like learning about history.

It must be mixed with your mental continuum; your mind should be suffused with it.

A sutra says that the practices are like a mirror;

• your actions of body, speech, and mind are like a face to be seen in the mirror;

• and through the practices you should recognize faults and gradually get rid of them.

As it is said in the oral transmission,

• "If there is enough space between yourself and the practices for someone else to walk through, then you are not implementing them properly."

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