Fire sign · ruled by Mars
Aries
Mesha मेष
Beginnings and courage. Traditionally linked with initiative, directness and the energy to start something new.
- Western Sun sign dates
- 21 Mar – 19 Apr
- Vedic Sun sign dates
- 14 Apr – 14 May
- Element
- Fire
- Ruling planet
- Mars
Lunar mansions within Mesha
Nakshatras in Aries
- Ashwini अश्विनीPada 1, 2, 3, 4 · ruled by KetuSymbol: a horse’s head. Deity: the Ashwini Kumaras, divine healers. Themes of swiftness, healing and fresh starts.
- Bharani भरणीPada 1, 2, 3, 4 · ruled by VenusSymbol: a yoni, the womb. Deity: Yama. Themes of restraint, responsibility and carrying things through.
- Krittika कृत्तिकाPada 1 · ruled by SunSymbol: a razor or flame. Deity: Agni, the fire. Themes of clarity, purification and a sharp mind.
Traditional associations for reflection, not predictions. Dates are approximate and can shift by a day from year to year.