Nakshatra #22 · Shravana
The one who listens so deeply that they hear what you meant, not just what you said.
10° – 23°20' Capricorn · Ruled by Moon · Deity: Vishnu (Preserver)
Psychological Meaning
The nakshatra of deep listening. Shravana means 'hearing,' and these natives learn by listening, not speaking. Moon gives emotional receptivity; Vishnu gives the power to preserve and connect. Three footprints represent the ability to walk between worlds, learning from tradition, present experience, and future vision.
Expressed
Supreme listener, knowledge connector, patient teacher, preserves wisdom, bridges different worlds and perspectives.
Blocked
Gossiper, uses listening to gather ammunition, over-intellectual, difficulty with spontaneous action.
The Four Padas
Pada 1
Active listening: quick learning, dynamic teaching
Pada 2
Grounded listening: practical knowledge, traditional learning
Pada 3
Communicative listening: broadcasting, writing, media
Pada 4
Emotional listening: counseling, nurturing through knowledge
Career Domains
Teaching, broadcasting, music, counseling, journalism, networking, knowledge management. Roles requiring listening, learning, and transmitting knowledge.
Relationship Style
Excellent listeners and empathetic partners. Connection is built through conversation and shared knowledge. May intellectualize emotions instead of feeling them.
Health Correspondence
Ears, skin, knees, reproductive organs. Moon creates water retention and sensitivity. Saturn-influenced sign means chronic issues possible.
This is traditional Vedic correspondence, not medical advice.
Quick Reference
Deity
Vishnu
Ruling Planet
Moon
Symbol
Three Footprints / Ear
Element
Air
Gana
Deva
Guna
Rajas
Gender
Female
Animal
Female Monkey
Body Part
Ears, skin, knees
Keywords
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