Nakshatra Guna Milan · 36-point Ashtakoota
Magha & Ashlesha
Classical Nakshatra compatibility analysis — all 8 kootas.
Guna Milan score
18 / 36
acceptable
An acceptable match per the 18-point threshold. Works well when both partners are committed to the relationship's specific weak kootas.
All 8 Kootas
Varna Koot
1 / 1
Compatible varnas (Shudra / Kshatriya) — classical spiritual harmony.
Vashya Koot
1 / 2
Based on rashi categories of Moon signs (Leo / Cancer).
Tara Koot
3 / 3
Nakshatra distance both directions — bride→groom auspicious; groom→bride auspicious.
Yoni Koot
3 / 4
Friendly yonis (Rat and Cat) — compatible temperaments.
Graha Maitri
4 / 5
One-way friendship between Ketu and Mercury — mostly supportive.
Gana Koot
6 / 6
Same Rakshasa gana — natural harmony.
Bhakoot
0 / 7
Rashi distance 12/2 includes 2/6/8/12 — requires cancellation analysis.
Nadi Koot
0 / 8
Both in Antya 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 / Kshatriya) — classical spiritual harmony.
- ✦Tara Koot: Nakshatra distance both directions — bride→groom auspicious; groom→bride auspicious.
- ✦Graha Maitri: One-way friendship between Ketu and Mercury — mostly supportive.
- ✦Gana Koot: Same Rakshasa gana — natural harmony.
Areas requiring attention
- ✦Bhakoot: Rashi distance 12/2 includes 2/6/8/12 — requires cancellation analysis.
- ✦Nadi Koot: Both in Antya 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
Magha
Ancestral royalty — proud, dignified, carrier of lineage and legacy.
Lord: Ketu
Gana: Rakshasa
Yoni: Rat (male)
Nadi: Antya
Varna: Shudra
Partner B
Ashlesha
The kundalini nakshatra — intuitive, penetrating, master of hidden currents.
Lord: Mercury
Gana: Rakshasa
Yoni: Cat (male)
Nadi: Antya
Varna: Kshatriya
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 Magha and Ashlesha nakshatras compatible for marriage?
- Guna Milan score: 18 out of 36. Verdict: acceptable. An acceptable match per the 18-point threshold. Works well when both partners are committed to the relationship's specific weak kootas.
- What is the Nadi Koot score for Magha and Ashlesha?
- Both in Antya 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 Magha and Ashlesha?
- Same Rakshasa gana — natural harmony.
- Is Magha and Ashlesha 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 18/36 — acceptable. 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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