Magha
मघा
Magha — 'the great one' — is the royal throne nakshatra. Sitting on the most brilliant star in Leo (Regulus), it bestows leadership, honour, and a deep connection to lineage and ancestral legacy.
Ruling Planet
Ketu
Deity
Pitrs
Symbol
Royal throne / palanquin
Element
Water
Guna
Tamas
Degrees
0°00' – 13°20' Leo
Star
Regulus (Alpha Leonis)
Animal
Male rat
Gemstone
Cat's Eye
Name Starting Syllables (Aksharas)
Names beginning with these syllables are traditionally recommended for those born in this Nakshatra.
Personality
Magha natives have a regal bearing and a natural authority that others recognise and respect. They are proud of their heritage and take their family lineage seriously. They are generous leaders who expect loyalty and devotion. Like a king, they can be magnanimous or demanding.
Strengths
- Natural leadership and authority
- Strong connection to tradition and lineage
- Generous and magnanimous
- Proud and dignified
- Deep respect for elders and ancestors
- Strong organisational ability
Challenges
- Can be arrogant or elitist
- Overly attached to status and prestige
- Can be rigid about tradition
- Prone to vanity
- Difficulty with criticism
- Can be demanding and authoritarian
Career & Vocation
Love & Relationships
Magha natives seek partners who appreciate their regal nature and honour them appropriately. They are devoted to family and protective of their lineage. They need to guard against pride becoming a barrier to emotional intimacy.
Compatible Nakshatras
Health
Prone to heart issues, blood disorders, and spinal problems (Leo rules the spine and heart). Strong vital constitution overall; they need to avoid excess pride-driven overexertion.
Spiritual Path
Magha's connection to the Pitrs (ancestors) makes ancestral healing and reverence central. The highest expression is becoming a worthy ancestor — living in such a way that future generations are blessed by your legacy.
Deity Mantra
ॐ पितृभ्यो नमः (Om Pitribhyo Namah)
Gemstone
Cat's Eye (Lehsunia)
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Notable Personalities
Note: birth time accuracy affects Nakshatra calculation. These are traditional attributions and may vary by source.
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