Characteristics of Shravana / Thiruvonam

Thiruvonam or Shravana is ruled by Vishnu. This is the star of listening, also called the “Star of Learning”. The mercurial planet Moon owns this nakshatra. This Constellation spans in Makara, owned by the planet Saturn. Shravana usually means “hearing”. It is the birth star of Saraswati.

Shravana / Thiruvonam

Shravana / Thiruvonam nakshatra
Shravana Nakshatra

Location: 10 Capricorn to 23.20 Capricorn
Ruler: Moon
Deity: Vishnu (the preserver of the Universe)
Symbol: 1000 Stars, An ear, three footprints in an uneven row
Animal: Female Monkey
Lucky color: Light Blue
Ruling Deity of Moon: Parvati
Gender: Male
Gana: Deva
Guna: Rajasic


Shravana Nakshatra characteristics: They are highly learned, wealthy, famous and have a liberal-minded spouse.

They do everything very cleanly and efficiently. There are some fixed principles in their life. They like to stay with hygiene and those who don't take care of cleanliness, they just don't like them. When they see a mannerless person, they don't hesitate in advicing them. Seeing the problems of others, their heart easily melts. They are expert in welcoming guests and cherish good hygienic food. Also, they are religious and the devotee of Guru. They walk on the the path of honesty. When they help someone, they don't expect return favours. They may get cheated by the people.

Their smile has a strong attraction. That is why when they meet someone with their smile, they have an instant connection. No matter how many ups and downs they face, they just keep living a simple life. They are good counsellors and help people in their problems. Even if they are not much educated, they will be multi-talented. Also, they are good multi-taskers. If they get appointed to a higher or powerful position, they will get lots of benefit. They have high expenditures in life because of many responsibilities. At times, they may also face financial crunch. They have a good spirit of serving others. That is why they are very much devoted to their parents as well. Decency and morality can clearly be seen in their behavior.

In personal life, they are considered trustworthy because they don't want to break anyone's faith even by mistake. They have a strong belief in God and they always try to find truth. In religion and spirituality as well, they may earn a lot of fame. It is the speciality of their character that they do everything after a thorough thought. Hence, they hardly make any mistake. Their mental strength is quite good, which makes them good in studies. They are filled with tolerance and self-respect. They are brave and courageous. Be it anything, they just don't keep it in mind and say it clear. From income point of view, job and business both are beneficial for them.

Shravana nakshatra Male, Female characteristics: Males born in this nakshatra are soft-spoken and methodical in their work. They have a firm belief in God and tend to spend most of their career at the middle level.

Shravana nakshatra females come with a charitable nature, are religious, possess compassion and generosity.

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