Nakshatra Guna Milan · 36-point Ashtakoota
Dhanishtha & Purva Ashadha
Classical Nakshatra compatibility analysis — all 8 kootas.
Guna Milan score
7.5 / 36
challenging
A challenging match. Classical Jyotish recommends looking for koot cancellations (Nadi Bhanga, Bhakoot Bhanga etc.) or considering full-chart analysis including Manglik and navamsa.
All 8 Kootas
Varna Koot
1 / 1
Compatible varnas (Shudra / Brahmin) — classical spiritual harmony.
Vashya Koot
1 / 2
Based on rashi categories of Moon signs (Capricorn / Sagittarius).
Tara Koot
1.5 / 3
Nakshatra distance both directions — bride→groom caution; groom→bride auspicious.
Yoni Koot
3 / 4
Friendly yonis (Lion and Monkey) — compatible temperaments.
Graha Maitri
1 / 5
Lords Mars and Venus are not classical friends — lower mental rapport.
Gana Koot
0 / 6
Manushya-Rakshasa — classical incompatibility; careful remedies needed.
Bhakoot
0 / 7
Rashi distance 12/2 includes 2/6/8/12 — requires cancellation analysis.
Nadi Koot
0 / 8
Both in Madhya nadi — classical Nadi Dosha (health and progeny concern). Cancellable if both are same rashi, or if rashi lords are friends, or if both have same nakshatra.
Strengths of this match
- ✦Varna Koot: Compatible varnas (Shudra / Brahmin) — classical spiritual harmony.
Areas requiring attention
- ✦Graha Maitri: Lords Mars and Venus are not classical friends — lower mental rapport.
- ✦Gana Koot: Manushya-Rakshasa — classical incompatibility; careful remedies needed.
- ✦Bhakoot: Rashi distance 12/2 includes 2/6/8/12 — requires cancellation analysis.
- ✦Nadi Koot: Both in Madhya nadi — classical Nadi Dosha (health and progeny concern). Cancellable if both are same rashi, or if rashi lords are friends, or if both have same nakshatra.
Partner A
Dhanishtha
Wealthy, musical, rhythmically successful — the drum of prosperity.
Lord: Mars
Gana: Rakshasa
Yoni: Lion (female)
Nadi: Madhya
Varna: Shudra
Partner B
Purva Ashadha
Invincible, magnetic, charismatic — the undefeated waters.
Lord: Venus
Gana: Manushya
Yoni: Monkey (male)
Nadi: Madhya
Varna: Brahmin
Important caveat
Nakshatra Guna Milan is ONE dimension of compatibility. A full classical match also requires:
- →Manglik (Mangal Dosha) analysis for both charts
- →7th-house and 7th-lord strength in both kundalis
- →Navamsa (D9) chart compatibility
- →Rahu/Ketu aspects on the 7th house
- →Current Mahadasha/Antardasha of both partners
FAQ
- Are Dhanishtha and Purva Ashadha nakshatras compatible for marriage?
- Guna Milan score: 7.5 out of 36. Verdict: challenging. A challenging match. Classical Jyotish recommends looking for koot cancellations (Nadi Bhanga, Bhakoot Bhanga etc.) or considering full-chart analysis including Manglik and navamsa.
- What is the Nadi Koot score for Dhanishtha and Purva Ashadha?
- Both in Madhya nadi — classical Nadi Dosha (health and progeny concern). Cancellable if both are same rashi, or if rashi lords are friends, or if both have same nakshatra.
- What is the Gana Koot for Dhanishtha and Purva Ashadha?
- Manushya-Rakshasa — classical incompatibility; careful remedies needed.
- Is Dhanishtha and Purva Ashadha compatibility strong enough for marriage?
- Traditionally 18/36 is the minimum acceptable score, 24/36 is considered a good match, and 32+/36 is excellent. This pairing scores 7.5/36 — challenging. Always verify with full chart analysis including Manglik, 7th-house, and navamsa (D9).
- What if the Nadi Koot score is zero for this pair?
- Nadi Dosha (same nadi) is the heaviest koot — 8 points out of 36. However, Jyotish prescribes classical cancellations (Nadi Bhanga): same rashi, same nakshatra, or rashi-lord friendship cancel the dosha. Consult a full-chart analysis, not just the numeric score.
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