Dhanu (Sagittarius)
Philosophy, travel, faith.
At a glance
| Ruler | Jupiter |
|---|---|
| Element | Fire |
| Quality | Dual |
| Symbol | Archer |
| Opposite sign | Mithuna (Gemini) |
Traditional keywords
Philosophy, travel, faith.
Traditional keywords for study. They describe classical attributions and are not predictions about a person.
Nakshatras in this sign
- Mula — begins here
- Purva Ashadha — begins here
- Uttara Ashadha — begins here
Neighbouring signs
- Vrishchika (Scorpio)
- Makara (Capricorn)
- Opposite sign: Mithuna (Gemini)
Other signs with the same ruler
Questions and answers
Who rules Dhanu?
Dhanu is ruled by Jupiter.
What is the element of Dhanu?
Dhanu is a Fire sign with a dual quality.
Which sign is opposite Dhanu?
The opposite sign of Dhanu is Mithuna (Gemini), seven signs away on the zodiac.
How many nakshatras are in Dhanu?
Dhanu contains 3 nakshatras, at least in part.
See it in a chart
To see which rashi is your Lagna or where a graha sits, use the birth chart tool. Each graha is shown with its sign, degree, house and nakshatra. Birth chart (Kundli).
Classical attributions as given in standard Jyotish texts such as Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra. [Exact chapter to be confirmed before publication.]