Vedic Astrology

The 12 Vedic Rashis (Moon Signs)

In Vedic Astrology, your Janma Rashi (Chandra Rashi) is the cosmic blueprint of your emotional mind, subconscious instincts, and life direction. Explore all 12 Rashis with authentic insights on traits, compatibility, and more.

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01Fire
मेष

Mesh (Mesha)

Aries Moon Sign

Mesha signifies the head of Kalapurusha (the cosmic being). In Sanskrit, it represents the primordial dawn, the ...

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02Earth
वृषभ

Vrishabh (Vrishabha)

Taurus Moon Sign

Vrishabha governs the face, throat, speech, and treasury of Kalapurusha. In Sanskrit, Vrishabha symbolizes repro...

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03Air
मिथुन

Mithun (Mithuna)

Gemini Moon Sign

Mithuna represents the arms, shoulders, collarbones, and vocal expression of Kalapurusha. In Sanskrit, it embodi...

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04Water
कर्क

Kark (Karka)

Cancer Moon Sign

Karka signifies the chest, heart, lungs, and breast of Kalapurusha. In Sanskrit, Karka represents the primordial...

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05Fire
सिंह

Singh (Simha)

Leo Moon Sign

Simha represents the heart, spine, and royal vitality of Kalapurusha. In Sanskrit, Simha means the king of beast...

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06Earth
कन्या

Kanya (Kanya)

Virgo Moon Sign

Kanya signifies the abdomen, digestive fire, intestines, and service capacity of Kalapurusha. In Sanskrit, Kanya...

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07Air
तुला

Tula (Tula)

Libra Moon Sign

Tula represents the pelvis, lower back, kidneys, and public marketplace of Kalapurusha. In Sanskrit, Tula embodi...

DiplomaticFair-minded
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08Water
वृश्चिक

Vrishchik (Vrishchika)

Scorpio Moon Sign

Vrishchika signifies the generative organs, excretory system, hidden subterranean wealth, and psychic depths of ...

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09Fire
धनु

Dhanu (Dhanu)

Sagittarius Moon Sign

Dhanu signifies the thighs, sciatic system, temples of higher learning, and moral code of Kalapurusha. In Sanskr...

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10Earth
मकर

Makar (Makara)

Capricorn Moon Sign

Makara signifies the knees, skeletal joints, organizational institutions, and civic duty of Kalapurusha. In Sans...

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11Air
कुंभ

Kumbh (Kumbha)

Aquarius Moon Sign

Kumbha signifies the ankles, shins, circulatory system, global humanitarian networks, and revolutionary inventio...

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12Water
मीन

Meen (Meena)

Pisces Moon Sign

Meena represents the feet, lymphatic aura, dreams, subconscious realms, and ultimate spiritual liberation (Moksh...

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The Foundation

Understanding the Vedic Rashichakra (Zodiac Wheel)

In Vedic Astrology, the heavens are mapped into a 360° zodiac circle called the Rashichakra. This celestial circle is divided into 12 equal signs of 30 degrees each, with the Moon's position at birth determining your Janma Rashi.

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Chandra Rashi vs. Surya Rashi

The Moon sign reflects your inner world, emotions, instincts, and mental patterns.

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The 4 Tattvas (Elements)

Fire, Earth, Air, and Water describe the natural temperament of each Rashi.

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The 108 Padas

Each Rashi contains 9 padas, connecting the zodiac to the 27 Nakshatras.

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Common Questions About Vedic Rashis

What is a Rashi in Vedic Astrology?+

A Rashi is a 30-degree division of the sidereal zodiac. Your Janma Rashi is the sign occupied by the Moon at birth.

Why is my Vedic Moon Sign different from my Western Sign?+

Vedic astrology uses the sidereal zodiac, aligned to observable constellations, while Western astrology uses the tropical zodiac.

How does Rashi compatibility work in marriage?+

Moon signs form the basis of important Ashtakoota Milan factors including Bhakoot, Gana, and Nadi.

Can a person have multiple Rashis?+

Yes. Your Moon sign, Ascendant, and Sun sign each describe a different layer of the birth chart.