Hasta Nakshatra

Hasta is the thirteenth Nakshatra, ruled by the Moon and presided over by Savitar — the creative, life-giving aspect of the Sun. Its symbol is the open hand, representing dexterity, skill, craftsmanship, and the ability to manifest what is in the mind into physical reality. Hasta natives are gifted with exceptional manual dexterity and practical intelligence — they can make, build, heal, or craft with unusual skill.Hasta spans Virgo entirely, which reinforces its precision, service orientation, and attention to craft. Natives are humorous, clever, and socially skilled — they have a light touch in difficult situations and an ability to ease tension with wit. They are hardworking and devoted to mastering their craft. The Moon's rulership gives emotional sensitivity beneath the practical surface. The challenge is a tendency toward cunning or trickery when insecure, and a restless quality that can make sustained commitment difficult.Want to understand how Hasta expresses in your specific birth chart? The astrologers on Atri Astrology analyse your full Kundali — including your Nakshatra Pada, Dasha, and current transits — to give you a reading that is genuinely about you.

Healing arts, surgery, crafts, writing, astrology, comedy, trade, manual arts

Key Strengths: Dexterity, wit, practicality, craftsmanship, social skill, healing ability

Core Challenges: Cunning, restlessness, minor dishonesty when insecure, over-criticism