The 27 Nakshatras
Pushya Nakshatra
The nourisher — held to be the most auspicious of all nakshatras for spiritual work, though traditionally avoided for marriage.
| Number | 8 / 27 |
| Ruling planet | Saturn |
| Presiding deity | Brihaspati |
| Gana | Deva (divine) |
| Symbol | Cow's udder / lotus |
| Zodiac span | Cancer 3°20' – 16°40' |
| Marriage muhurat | Not used for vivah |