🧭 What Is a Rashi in Astrology?
In Vedic astrology, a Rashi (राशि) refers to the zodiac sign that occupies the Moon at your time of birth. It's a core part of your identity, influencing your:
- Nature & personality
- Career path
- Love life & compatibility
- Health tendencies
- Planetary strengths & weaknesses
Every birth chart (Janam Kundli) begins with the Ascendant (Lagna) and is deeply shaped by the Moon sign (Chandra Rashi) and Sun sign (Surya Rashi) — all based on your Rashi.
👉 There are 12 Rashis in total — each ruled by a planet and associated with unique qualities.
Let’s break them down one by one.
🌀 List of 12 Rashis (Zodiac Signs) in Astrology
| Rashi Name | English Name | Symbol | Ruling Planet | Element | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| मेष (Mesh) | Aries | Ram | Mars | Fire | Movable (Chara) |
| वृषभ (Vrishabh) | Taurus | Bull | Venus | Earth | Fixed (Sthira) |
| मिथुन (Mithun) | Gemini | Twins | Mercury | Air | Dual (Dwiswabhav) |
| कर्क (Karka) | Cancer | Crab | Moon | Water | Movable |
| सिंह (Simha) | Leo | Lion | Sun | Fire | Fixed |
| कन्या (Kanya) | Virgo | Maiden | Mercury | Earth | Dual |
| तुला (Tula) | Libra | Balance | Venus | Air | Movable |
| वृश्चिक (Vrishchik) | Scorpio | Scorpion | Mars | Water | Fixed |
| धनु (Dhanu) | Sagittarius | Archer | Jupiter | Fire | Dual |
| मकर (Makar) | Capricorn | Crocodile | Saturn | Earth | Movable |
| कुम्भ (Kumbha) | Aquarius | Water-Bearer | Saturn | Air | Fixed |
| मीन (Meen) | Pisces | Fish | Jupiter | Water | Dual |
🔮 What Do These 12 Rashis Represent?
Each Rashi plays a powerful role in shaping your life path. Here's a quick breakdown:
1. Aries (Mesh Rashi)
- Traits: Bold, impulsive, energetic
- Career: Leadership, military, entrepreneurship
- Gemstone: Red Coral (Moonga)
2. Taurus (Vrishabh Rashi)
- Traits: Stable, artistic, luxury-loving
- Career: Finance, arts, food industry
- Gemstone: Diamond or Opal
3. Gemini (Mithun Rashi)
- Traits: Communicative, witty, dual-natured
- Career: Writing, marketing, tech
- Gemstone: Emerald (Panna)
4. Cancer (Karka Rashi)
- Traits: Emotional, nurturing, intuitive
- Career: Healing, education, HR
- Gemstone: Pearl (Moti)
5. Leo (Simha Rashi)
- Traits: Royal, courageous, leader-like
- Career: Government, politics, acting
- Gemstone: Ruby (Manikya)
6. Virgo (Kanya Rashi)
- Traits: Analytical, practical, perfectionist
- Career: Medicine, accounting, teaching
- Gemstone: Emerald
7. Libra (Tula Rashi)
- Traits: Diplomatic, stylish, balanced
- Career: Fashion, diplomacy, law
- Gemstone: Opal or Diamond
8. Scorpio (Vrishchik Rashi)
- Traits: Intense, secretive, determined
- Career: Detective, occultist, surgery
- Gemstone: Red Coral or Cat’s Eye
9. Sagittarius (Dhanu Rashi)
- Traits: Wise, adventurous, philosophical
- Career: Teaching, law, religion
- Gemstone: Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj)
10. Capricorn (Makar Rashi)
- Traits: Ambitious, responsible, hardworking
- Career: Industry, admin, research
- Gemstone: Blue Sapphire (Neelam)
11. Aquarius (Kumbh Rashi)
- Traits: Visionary, humanitarian, eccentric
- Career: Science, technology, social work
- Gemstone: Hessonite (Gomed)
12. Pisces (Meen Rashi)
- Traits: Sensitive, dreamy, spiritual
- Career: Art, music, spirituality
- Gemstone: Yellow Sapphire or Pearl
📜 Importance of Rashis in Your Kundli
In astrology, your Moon sign (Chandra Rashi) determines your emotions and instinctual nature, while your Ascendant (Lagna) shows your physical life and karma.
Each planet transits through these Rashis, influencing:
- Dasha periods
- House lords
- Planetary strengths
- Remedies and gemstone recommendations
👉 For example: If your Rahu is in Scorpio, and it's causing trouble, you may be advised to wear a Cat’s Eye.
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🙋 FAQ: Rashis in Astrology
Q. Are Rashis the same as Sun signs?
→ In Western astrology, yes. But in Vedic astrology, your Moon sign (Rashi) is more important than your Sun sign.
Q. How do I find my Rashi?
→ Based on the position of Moon at your birth time. Use a Janam Kundli calculator or consult Astrologer Manisha.
Q. Can I wear gemstones based only on Rashi?
→ Not always. Rashi gives a general idea, but Dasha and Lagna lord should be checked first.
Q. Which Rashi is best for wealth or marriage?
→ No one-size-fits-all. It depends on planetary combinations, not just the Rashi.
🔔 Conclusion
Your Rashi defines your destiny, but understanding its meaning empowers you to make the right choices — in career, marriage, health, and spiritual life.
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