Shravana Nakshatra

Hearing, or the listener: the 22nd of the 27 nakshatras, from 10°00′ Capricorn to 23°20′ Capricorn.

Degrees

10°00′ Capricorn to 23°20′ Capricorn (sidereal)

Ruling planet

Moon (its dasha comes first if your Moon is here)

Symbol

An ear, also three uneven footprints

Deity

Vishnu, the preserver

Gana

Deva

Animal

Female monkey

The nature of Shravana

Shravana is the nakshatra of the listener. Its symbol, an ear, says it all: people with Shravana prominent tend to learn best by hearing, whether through lectures, conversations, podcasts or simply paying close attention to others. They often remember exactly what someone said years ago. That capacity makes them excellent students, teachers and counsellors, and it gives them a knack for knowing what's going on in their community. The Moon's rulership in Saturn's sign of Capricorn blends emotional sensitivity with ambition and discipline. Vishnu, the presiding deity, is the preserver, so Shravana natives often care about tradition, continuity and keeping things connected. The three footprints in its alternate symbol suggest a steady, step-by-step path. Challenges include sensitivity to criticism, a weakness for gossip and over-reliance on others' opinions. Learning to listen to their own inner voice matters most.

Strengths

• Remembers details others forget
• Learns quickly through listening
• Connects people and shares information
• Patient, step-by-step approach to goals

Challenges

• Takes criticism to heart
• Can get caught up in gossip
• Relies too much on outside approval

Shravana in love and relationships

Shravana is an attentive and caring partner. You listen closely and remember the little things your partner tells you, which makes them feel deeply seen. You value stability, loyalty and good communication. You may be sensitive to tone and easily hurt by careless words, sometimes replaying conversations in your head long after they end. A partner who speaks kindly and openly, and who also listens to you in return, helps Shravana feel secure. Shared learning, such as classes, books or travel, strengthens your bond.

Shravana at work

Shravana suits careers built on listening, learning and communication. Teaching, counseling, therapy, audiology, music, broadcasting, podcasting, translation, journalism and customer service all fit. Its link with Vishnu, the preserver, adds aptitude for archiving, library work and history. The Capricorn influence brings ambition and organizational skill, so management and administration work too. Shravana natives tend to build careers patiently, and their reputation for being well-informed and trustworthy often opens doors. Quiet offices suit them better than noisy open floors.

Moon in Shravana

With your Moon in Shravana, your emotions are tuned to what you hear and how people speak to you. Kind words calm you; harsh ones linger. You feel secure when you're learning, connected to your community and respected for what you know. The Moon rules Shravana, so your Vimshottari dasha sequence opens with a Moon period of up to ten years, followed by Mars and then Rahu. Childhood under the Moon often emphasizes home and mother. Music and quiet time often settle a Shravana Moon better than anything else.

Shravana rising

Shravana rising gives a calm, attentive presence; people notice that you really listen. Saturn rules the Capricorn ascendant, adding seriousness and ambition, while the Moon as nakshatra lord softens your manner with warmth and receptivity. You may seem reserved at first but become very approachable. Shravana ascendants often build their lives step by step, steadily earning respect, and they frequently become known as a source of knowledge or advice.

The four padas of Shravana

Not sure which nakshatra or pada you have? The nakshatra calculator finds it from your birth date, time and place.

Questions people ask

Before Shravana: Uttara Ashadha. After: Dhanishta. All 27 nakshatras.