The core of Martian energy is in Dhanishtha. English translation of Dhanishtha will be “Wealthiest” . Dhanishtha is one of the luckiest among 27 Nakshatras. As the worshipping diety for this Nakshatra is Ashta Vasu (8 Vasu – Apa, Dhruva, Dhara, Anil, Soma, Anal & Pratyusha) hence pretty much every element Dhanishtha possesses to be richest or most famous successful in life. Even that’s the reason Dhanishtha the seat of Martian energy.
Cause of this abandon of energy in Dhanshitha you can’t lock Dhanishtha personality into a box. They have various shades in their characteristics, approach and attitude. But Dhanishtha is all about living a good life or you can say best life. Dhanishtha people are very adaptable in any situation, they are expressive in everything. All the credit goes to those Ashta Vasu.
Look wise those who are having Dhanistha in Ascendant, has a very captivating smile, confident and glowing face, mostly fair in complexion, tall body if in Aquarius part else medium height in Capricorn rising. Their eyes say all about the deep satisfaction in soul. Dhanistha peole will make you feel so homely and friendly while talking to them you would feel you knew the person since ages or he or she is just next door neighbor of yours with whom you can share or talk endlessly without feeling uncomfortable.
Those who have Dhanishta lunar mansion have a good sense of rhythm and enjoy music and dance. It is very easy for them to excel in these fields if they work at it. These people tend to be good at sports because rhythm and timing are the key to almost all Sports. This holds especially true for track and field athletics, ball games and gymnastics. They are especially good at Sports like gymnastics, where grace is a prerequisite.
Cause of Martian energy many times Dhanishtha people face trouble in partnership or marriage. They have the tendency of going for a partner who is completely opposite in nature or outlook. That definitely ends up in bad unsuccessful union most of the time. So many good qualities this nakshatra possess that partner gets hard time being on that track. 7th house Dhanishtha may have more misearable partnership than Aquarius Dhanishtha.
- 1st Pada : 23° 20′ – 26° 40′ Capricorn, falls in Leo Navamsa and is ruled by Sun. Native has skill, but boastful and selfish. This pada is not good for marital harmony. It can also be too aggressive. Person may have more interest in other’s wife and widows.
- 2nd Pada : 26° 40′ – 30° 00′ Capricorn, falls in Virgo Navamsa ruled by Mercury.Moon, mars & Saturn joining this pada will give often success in any thing.. Seems to have fine personality but very mean character. A miser and doesn’t keep much friends. This pada is going for music skills.
- 3rd Pada 0° 00′ – 3° 20′ Aquarius, falls in Libra Navamsa ruled by Venus. Since Venus is the natural significator of harmony, this pada promotes marital harmony. It relates to those involved in music, fine arts, divination and astrology.
- 4th pada 3° 20′ – 6° 40′ Aquarius, falls in Scorpio Navamsa ruled by Mars. This pada has excessive martian energy, however this pada is not good for marital harmony due to its excessive aggressiveness. This pada has a warrior’s attitude and gives sporting prowess and athletic ability.
Planetary Rulership : The main planetary influences affecting this nakshatra are Mars, Saturn. Mars being its primary ruler. It represents the pinnacle of Martian energy. Consequently bravery is a quality strongly associated with this nakshatra. This is the reason why it connects with warriors, weapons and military personnel. Courage is a prerequisite for a lot of sports as well such as adventure sports or mountain climbing.
Saturn’s rulership relates to the persevering nature and organizational ability of this nakshatra. It usually sets itself long term goals, which it likes to fulfill at any cost. Discipline, as we know, is a key to excelling in any of the creative arts as well.
In general astrological terms, Mars in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Rahu-Mars conjunction and Mars-Satum conjunction in nakshatras like Rohini, Mrigashira, Purnavasu, Pushya, Chitra, Anuradha or Uttarabhadrapada carry an energy similar to that of Dhanishtha. Rahu-Mars-Saturn conjunction completely carries the energy of this nakshatra.
Moon, Mars, Saturn, Mercury, Venus and Rahu usually do well in Dhanishta. Mercury, Venus and Rahu fare better in the Aquarius part of Dhanishtha. Saturn’s positioning in this nakshatra will make success slow to come and may totally deny marital pleasures.
Body Parts : it relates to the most are the back, spinal cord and the anus.
Direction : It is related to east, south east, south, west and southwest
Profession : Musicians, Dancers and Performers; All those involved in the Management side of the entertainment industry, Drummers and those involved in the rhythm sections of bands and orchestras, Creative Artists of all types, Those involved in military bands and other types of marching bands, Dealers; Athletes and other Sports Persons; Group Coordinators in all fields, Those in the Real Estate Business, Landscape Artists, Warriors and Military people, Poets, Songwriters etc