Hasta - Saavitra
Hastam - Athram - Pundarikaksa - Me-Shi (Tibetan)
The Thirteenth Nakshatra
10:00 - 23:20 Kanya (Virgo)
Location = Corvus (the Crow) inc. Alchiba, Algorab:
alpha, beta, gamma, delta, & epsilon Corvi
"The Hand"
hasta
the hand; holding in or by the hand; " to take into the hand ","get possession of", "to take by the hand, marry"; "to fall into the hand of the enemy"; palm of hand
an elephant's trunk "holding with the trunk"
the fore-arm (a measure of length from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger = 24 Anhgulas or about 18 inches)
the position of the hand; hand-writing
the 11th (13th) lunar asterism (represented by a hand and containing five stars , identified by some with part of the constellation Corvus)
a species of tree
a pair of leather bellows
sAvitra
of the Nakshatra Hasta (presided over by Savitri)
relating or belonging to the sun , derived or descended from the sun , belonging to the solar dynasty; the sun
a partic. kind of ladleful
an embryo or fetus
name of one of the peaks of Meru
the sacred thread
"...the activities of the hand & what can be held in it: quantity & mass, reaping & gathering, opening & grasping, & handicraft...also laughter..."
~~ Valerie Roebuck, The Circle of Stars, p. 107
"Savitar desired, "May the Gods place their faith in me." One who makes the appropriate offering to Savitar, to Hasta, men place faith in him. He becomes the Sun among his peers.
People born under Hasta want to be believed in and want others to have faith in them. They regard themselves as capable of great achievements and can serve to rally and inspire people around them."
~~ David Frawley, Fruits of Worshipping Each Nakshatra
Hasta, for females:
"A rather good natured, lazy character with a tendency to bursts of effort. If work becomes necessary to her comfort, she will tackle any hard task cheerfully and with zest in order to get it done. But she prefers to be lazy whenever she can.
She is usually buxom in appearance with a rather fat stomach and ample bosom. A jolly disposition, seldom angry, and quick to forgive any slight or injury or wrong done to her.
She is apt to suffer from chronic rheumatism and piles and should be careful in her diet; she should never over-eat."
~~ Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra. p 96
Hasta in lagna: [Barbara Walters, career TV journalist]
[Julia Child "French Chef"].
Hasta for males:
"...clever, witty, and entertaining. They like social contacts and are particularly fond of the company of the opposite sex.
When in trouble, go to a Hasta person; but do not try to pull the wool over their eyes as they are extremely clever and will see through any deceit.
They are very likable and are good company, but never very attractive physically."
- Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra. p 83.
[musical composer Johannes Bach]
General Description of Hasta characteristics
from Das/Behari
General
General results of being born in Hasta Nakshatra:
1. Physical features: You will be tall & of large stature, you may have mixed color with short hands in comparison to your body structure. There may be a scar or mark on the upper right hand or beneath the shoulder.
2. Character & general events: You will have a calm nature. There will be a peculiarity when you smile, in other words your sweet smile has the magnetic power to attract others. This inherent quality produces a vibration on others & it becomes difficult to leave you once such acquaintance takes place.
You can easily get respect and honor from the public. You are always in readiness to help the needy for nothing in return. You do not like to deceive others even if it may cost you your life. In spite of this good quality, the reward you may get in return is nothing but criticism and opposition. You do not believe in a posh living.
At one moment you may rise to the top and another moment you may fall to the bottom, whether in the professional field or mentally. Hence you cannot be categorized as permanently poor or wealthy. When you enter in a particular field and start gaining the object, reversal is already in store for you. While you try to get out of such reversal through your own effort, help comes from unexpected quarters and you achieve moderate success in the undertaking. I
t may appear that there is some hidden curse. The sincerity and hard work which you show in work should give you a wonderful boost. Although you do not desire to cause any trouble to others, once you are hurt, you may be in search of revenge. At the same time you take consolation in the feats of God by thinking "Let god give me this punishment" and you slowly withdraw from the scene of conflict.
3. Education, sources of earning/profession: In the work field, you keep strict discipline. Normally employment in a subordinate level is not fit for you. You are most likely to be engaged in business or in a high position in industry. You will possess excellent all around knowledge. You will show to the world that you are not behind anybody on any matter.
You are a good adviser as you have the capacity to intervene and settle various disputed matters. Many responsibilities will have to be undertaken by you before you can climb the ladder of success. Period up to your 30th year of age will bring in unexpected circumstantial changes both in the family front as well as in the academic and professional or business field. Period between 30 to 42 years of age will be your golden period, when you can settle down in your life. There will be remarkable accumulation of wealth and all around success in the business field in your later years.
4. Family life: You are able to enjoy a peaceful married life, even though occasional friction as is expected in a family will definitely be there. Your spouse will be simple and capable.
5. Health: You may be prone to cough and cold.
Description of the Padaa (quarters) of Hasta
Padaa 1
Padaa 2
You may have to struggle with an addiction, fight this tendency as it may lead to serious health problems.
Padaa 3
Padaa 4
You may be involved in writing or publishing books. Or you may deal in chemicals or watery products.
Description of the Four Padaa (quarters) of Hasta
*for the Male only*
from: Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra. p 105
Padaa 1
Quite homely in appearance. Orthodox as to religion. Make food office managers, accountants, cashiers, and bookkeepers. Of good morals and can be trusted implicitly.
Padaa 2
same as pada-2
Padaa 3
These people are hot-tempered; usually authors or lawyers with artistic inclinations. Fond of jewels and automobiles. Like to travel by aeroplane or railroad, but do not like to travel by sea.
Mercury becomes predominant in the lives of these persons at the ages of twenty-six to twenty-nine, and at that time they may have strange love affairs and take to drink, causing scandal.
Padaa 4
same as pada-3
Special note
(None)
13. Hasta -- 10:00 - 23:20 Kanya
Ruler:
Body part:
Fingers of the hand (a closed hand) of Kalapurushaa
Related activities:
Auspicious events: Travel, beginning of learning, marriage, wearing new clothes and ornaments, starting a house, installation of essential objects. [BPHS]
Deity:
Symbol:
The Hand
Gana/Caste:
Heavenly / Deva
Tibetan deity forms:
Mezhi - Chama, Messenger;
Rigje, knowledge
intercalary nakshatra = Abhijit
updated: 27 December 2008
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