Mrigashira

The deer's head; the searcher

Presided by Soma (Moon). Named for the star Bellatrix in Orion — the head of the deer (Mriga) that Prajapati assumed in Vedic myth. Represents the eternal search and quest for knowledge.

The eternal quest. Mrigashira embodies the spirit of searching, curiosity, and gentle pursuit. It governs exploration, romance, and the creative joy of discovery.

Gentle, curious, always seeking. Mrigashira natives are restless wanderers with a keen eye for beauty. They make excellent researchers, travelers, and poets. Tendency to be fickle.

Research, travel, creative writing, courtship, exploration, buying perfumes and clothing

Worship Soma/Chandra; offer white flowers; practice meditation in nature