Nakshatra · Sagittarius 00°00′–13°20′
Mula Nakshatra — investigates origins, burns illusion, spiritually transformative.
Root-seeker — investigates origins, burns illusion, spiritually transformative.
Ruling planet
Ketu
Deity
Nirriti
Symbol
Bundle of roots
Gana
Rakshasa
Nadi
Adi
Yoni
Dog (male)
Element
Ether
Direction
North
About Mula
Mula nakshatra, ruled by Ketu, embodies root-seeking inquiry and transformative severance. Natives tend toward penetrating investigation, occult knowledge, and philosophical questioning that unearths hidden truths. The nakshatra carries destructive-creative duality: dissolution of illusion paired with regenerative potential. Mula individuals often experience life pivots requiring release of attachments—career shifts, spiritual initiations, or family restructuring. Classical texts describe strong intuitive faculties and mystical inclination. In relationships, they seek authenticity over convention. Spiritually inclined, they gravitate toward yoga, tantra, or vedantic study. Professional success often follows disciplines involving research, psychology, or esoteric domains. Ketu's shadow may manifest as restlessness, detachment, or tendency toward isolation.
Pada-wise Navamsa
- Pada 1Aries
- Pada 2Taurus
- Pada 3Gemini
- Pada 4Cancer
Lucky significators
- ColourYellow
- StoneCat's eye
- Numbers7
- DaysTuesday
Most compatible nakshatras
FAQ
- Who is the ruling planet of Mula nakshatra?
- Mula nakshatra is ruled by Ketu, with Nirriti as the presiding deity. Ketu's nature colours the themes, temperament, and life cycle of those born under it.
- What is the symbol and yoni of Mula nakshatra?
- The classical symbol of Mula is the bundle of roots. Its yoni is Dog (male), which is used in marriage matching under the Yoni Koota system.
- Which nakshatras are most compatible with Mula?
- Classical texts most often highlight Magha, Ashlesha, Ashwini as harmonious matches with Mula. Full compatibility also considers gana, bhakoot, and nadi — see our guna milan tool.
- What are the lucky colour, stone, and days for Mula?
- Yellow is the traditional lucky colour for Mula, Cat's eye the classical gemstone, and Tuesday the favourable day(s) of the week.
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