Pushya Nakshatra: the star of nourishment
Pushya is the eighth nakshatra, from 3deg20 to 16deg40 of Cancer. Its symbol is a cow’s udder, its deity is Brihaspati the guru of the gods, and it is traditionally regarded as the most auspicious of all the nakshatras. The name means to nourish — Pushya feeds, supports and protects everything in its care.
Personality and traits
If your Moon is in Pushya you are caring, dependable and deeply principled. You are the one others turn to in hard times. There is a calm, steadying wisdom about you, and a strong sense of duty. The shadow is rigidity — you can become over-protective, controlling or stuck in your ways when you feel insecure.
Career and strengths
Pushya natives excel in nurturing, structured and service-oriented work: teaching, healthcare, social work, government, food and agriculture, and spiritual leadership. Ruled by Saturn, you bring discipline and reliability to everything. To see how this nourishing energy supports your chart, find your nakshatra and read a full free Kundli.
Love and compatibility
In love you are loyal, protective and steady — the partner who stays. Pushya pairs harmoniously with Punarvasu and Ashlesha, and shares deep care with Ashwini and Anuradha. A careful Kundli matching reveals where your nurturing nature is best received.
The influence of Saturn
Saturn rules Pushya, giving it patience, discipline and a long, dependable strength. It grounds Brihaspati’s wisdom in duty and service. At its best, Saturn makes Pushya a pillar — slow to change, but utterly reliable and quietly nourishing.