Shashthi is the sixth day of the lunar fortnight. It is a day of power, victory over internal and external enemies, and the protection of righteousness.
Shashthi represents the six directions and the balance needed to maintain authority. It is a day characterized by martial energy and the courage to fight for what is right.
The presiding deity of Shashthi is Lord Kartikeya (Skanda/Murugan), the commander-in-chief of the divine army. Kartikeya is the destroyer of the demon Taraka and represents the perfect union of intellect and strength. Worshipping him on this day (as in Skanda Shashthi) grants the courage to overcome difficult competitors and the discipline to achieve mastery over one's senses.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number | 6 |
| Nature | Nanda (Joyous) |
| Ruling Deity | Lord Kartikeya |
| Element | Earth |
Bharani is the second Nakshatra in Vedic astrology, located entirely within the sign of Aries (Mesha). Spanning from 13°20' to 26°40', it is ruled by Venus (Shukra) and known for its intense energy of transformation.
The symbol of Bharani is the Yoni (female reproductive organ), representing the power of creation, birth, and the capacity to bear life's burdens. The name 'Bharani' comes from 'Bhar', meaning "to bear" or "to support."
The presiding deity is Lord Yama, the God of Death and Justice. Yama is the judge of karma, giving Bharani natives a strong sense of truth and discipline. They often undergo intense trials to emerge transformed.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Zodiac Range | 13°20' - 26°40' Aries |
| Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Gana | Manushya (Human) |
| Symbol | Yoni |