Rohini nakshatra (Aldebaran) is the 4th of the 27 nakshatras.
In Vrishabha Rasi or taurus from 10 degree to 23:20.
This is the birth nakshatra of Lord Krishna.
The word is derived from Rohan, which means to rise or to bring into existence.
Mythology describes Rohini the wife of Chandra. Of all the wives of Chandra – Rohini is the most beloved of Chandra. She is said to be fond of fine dresses, cosmetics and decor.
The ruling planet is Moon.
the symbol a Cart drawn by Cows.
The Devata is Brahma.
Varna: Sudra
Ayurvedic classification: Kapha
The pancha boota Element: Earth
Alphabets: O, Va, Vi, Vu
Mythology describes Rohini the wife of Chandra. Of all the 27 Stars-all wives of Chandra-Rohini is said to have been fond of fine dress, cosmetics and decor and was the most beloved of Chandra.
Given bellow are the qualities of the nakshatras as given in the scriptures. This is the only site where you will get authentic information about Nakshatras from 3 great scriptures.
The one marked 1 is from the Brihat Jataka of Varahamihira.
The one marked 2 Is from Yavan Jataka of Yavana
and the one marked 3 is from Taittiriya Brahmana an ancient Vedic text.
1 The person born in Rohini will be truthful, will not covet the property of other men, will be of clean habits, of sweet speech, of firm views and of fine appearance, following religious and moral principles.
2 One born in Rohini will be charming in appearance, firm in disposition, honourable, will enjoy pleasures, be fond of liquor, affable in speech, skillful and brilliant.
3 Rohini is ruled by Prajapati, the Creator. Its power is growth (rohana shakti). Its basis above is the plants and below is the waters. The result of these three is creation. Rohini Nakshatra allows for growth and creation on all levels, bestowing great fertility. However it also evokes some degree of jealousy because others may resent that a person gains such abundance. More over it can increase desire. But these are only side effects to its great prosperity. Prajapati is the creator who can bestow everything so we should be careful what we want.
It is a fixed and steady constellation and The day on which Rohini nakshatra is there it is favorable for digging wells, laying foundations or cities, expiatory rituals, planting trees, coronations, buying lands, meritorious deeds, sowing of seeds, installation of Deities, the building of a temple, or any other similar activity desirous of a lasting or permanent effect.
