Known as: the star of transport
Symbol: a horse’s head
Common characteristics of people born under this star: playful, childlike, dynamic, tenacious, eagerly explores new lands, powerful, has stamina, headstrong
This star’s day is great for starting new activities, for example courses of study, medical or healing treatments, business deals. Another wise way to use the day’s energy is with exercise and athletics. Get up and move!
Powers: to move quickly; to provide healing, aid, rejuvenation
Common professions: healers, equestrians, athletes, teachers for beginners, law enforcement
Astronomically Aswini is an asterism near Andromeda consisting of 2 stars in Aries: Alpha-Arietes (Hamal), Beta-Arietes (Sheratan).
Alternative spellings: Ashwini, Ashvini, Asvini
For further reading consult the following books:
- Harness, Dennis M. The Nakshatras: the Lunar Mansions of Vedic Astrology Twin Lakes: Lotus Press, 1999.
- Trivedi, Prash. The 27 Celestial Portals: the Real Secret Behind the 12 Star Signs Revealed New Delhi: Sagar Publications, 2004.
