Fire sign · ruled by Jupiter
Sagittarius
Dhanu धनु
Meaning and adventure. Associated with optimism, philosophy, travel and the search for a bigger picture.
- Western Sun sign dates
- 22 Nov – 21 Dec
- Vedic Sun sign dates
- 16 Dec – 14 Jan
- Element
- Fire
- Ruling planet
- Jupiter
Lunar mansions within Dhanu
Nakshatras in Sagittarius
- Mula मूलPada 1, 2, 3, 4 · ruled by KetuSymbol: a bundle of roots. Deity: Nirriti. Themes of getting to the root of things.
- Purva Ashadha पूर्वाषाढ़ाPada 1, 2, 3, 4 · ruled by VenusSymbol: a winnowing fan. Deity: Apas, the waters. Themes of conviction, refinement and renewal.
- Uttara Ashadha उत्तराषाढ़ाPada 1 · ruled by SunSymbol: an elephant’s tusk. Deity: the Vishvadevas. Themes of integrity and lasting achievement.
Traditional associations for reflection, not predictions. Dates are approximate and can shift by a day from year to year.