Nakshatra for Ujjain on Sunday, June 28, 2026 - Jyeshtha
Nakshatra for Sunday, June 28, 2026
Jyeshtha
Symbol: Circular amulet, Umbrella, Earring
Element: Air
Begins
3:41 AM
Sat, Jun 27
Ends
6:38 AM
Mon, Jun 29
Next Nakshatra
Mula
Begins at Mon, Jun 29 6:38 AM
✨Daily Influence of Jyeshtha
When the Moon is in Jyeshtha, the day brings power, authority, and protection. This nakshatra activates your natural leadership and capacity for command. The atmosphere feels sharp, penetrating, and focused on taking charge. People feel more confident, decisive, and capable of managing complex situations.
The day feels powerful, clear-headed, and focused on command and responsibility. Mental sharpness and quick perception are heightened. There is an underlying sense of seniority - the feeling of being in charge feels natural. People experience confidence in their ability to manage and lead others.
Favorable Activities
- ✓Leadership and management decisions
- ✓Taking charge of important projects
- ✓Strategic communication and negotiation
- ✓Protecting family, business, or team
- ✓Exercising authority with responsibility
- ✓Problem-solving requiring sharp insight
- ✓Mercury-ruled work like writing and speaking
- ✓Business expansion and growth
- ✓Restoring order and establishing authority
Caution Areas
- ⚠Avoid being arrogant or dismissive of others
- ⚠Not ideal for humble service or subordinate roles
- ⚠Be careful of overstepping boundaries with power
- ⚠Refrain from using authority to dominate or control
Spiritual Essence of Jyeshtha
Jyeshtha represents the seat of power and spiritual mastery. The deity Indra, king of the gods, blesses you with leadership qualities and the capacity to elevate others. Your soul carries the responsibility of authority and the wisdom that comes with power. You are naturally drawn toward excellence and achieving the highest standards in all endeavors.
Quick Facts
Deity
Indra (King of Gods)
Ruler
Budha (Mercury)
Symbol
Circular amulet, Umbrella, Earring
Element
Air
Quality
Heavy (Guru)
Range
16°40' - 30°00' Scorpio
What is a Nakshatra?
Nakshatra is one of the five essential elements of the Hindu Panchang, alongside Tithi, Yoga, Vara, and Karana. The word Nakshatra comes from Sanskrit — "Naksha" (map) + "Tara" (star) . The Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras in approximately 27.3 days (one sidereal month), spending roughly one day in each.
In Vedic astrology, the Nakshatra in which the Moon is placed at the time of birth (called Janma Nakshatra or birth star) profoundly influences a person's personality, nature, and life path. Each Nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is associated with a ruling deity, a planetary lord, a symbol, and specific qualities that color every day the Moon transits through it.
🌙 Lunar Mansions
The 27 Nakshatras divide the zodiac into equal lunar mansions, each spanning 13°20'. They form the backbone of Vedic muhurta (electional astrology) and are essential for selecting auspicious timing for important events.
⭐ Daily Significance
The Nakshatra active on any given day influences the energy, activities, and auspiciousness of that day. Knowing the current Nakshatra helps in planning ceremonies, travel, business dealings, and spiritual practices.
All 27 Nakshatras
The Moon transits through each of the 27 Nakshatras in sequence. Click any Nakshatra to learn about its significance.
| No. | Nakshatra | Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashwini | Ketu |
| 2 | Bharani | Venus |
| 3 | Krittika | Sun |
| 4 | Rohini | Moon |
| 5 | Mrigashira | Mars |
| 6 | Ardra | Rahu |
| 7 | Punarvasu | Jupiter |
| 8 | Pushya | Saturn |
| 9 | Ashlesha | Mercury |
| 10 | Magha | Ketu |
| 11 | Purva Phalguni | Venus |
| 12 | Uttara Phalguni | Sun |
| 13 | Hasta | Moon |
| 14 | Chitra | Mars |
| 15 | Swati | Rahu |
| 16 | Vishakha | Jupiter |
| 17 | Anuradha | Saturn |
| 18 | Jyeshthatoday | Mercury |
| 19 | Mula | Ketu |
| 20 | Purva Ashadha | Venus |
| 21 | Uttara Ashadha | Sun |
| 22 | Shravana | Moon |
| 23 | Dhanishta | Mars |
| 24 | Shatabhisha | Rahu |
| 25 | Purva Bhadrapada | Jupiter |
| 26 | Uttara Bhadrapada | Saturn |
| 27 | Revati | Mercury |
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About Jyeshtha
Deep dive — deity, mythology, characteristics
Shubh Muhurat
Auspicious timings based on today's nakshatra
Calculation Methodology
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