Swati Nakshatra

 

Kshipra Ganapathi is the form associated with Swati Nakshatra.

Significance of Kshipra Prasada Ganapati

Kshipra Prasada Ganapati is regarded as the 20th among the 32 different forms of Ganapati. The word ‘Kshipra’ indicates quickness and immediacy, and ‘Prasada’ is blessing or boon, and here, can also mean action. As the name suggests, Kshipra Prasada Ganapati is regarded as the Lord who shall answer prayers, reward true devotion and punish the wrong-doing, all instantly. Having three eyes and also sporting the crescent Moon on his crown, this form has some attributes similar to those of his father, Lord Shiva. Kshipra Prasada Ganapati is crimson red in complexion, seated on a throne made of the sacred Kusha grass, has a big belly, indicating his having the entire universe within himself, possesses 6 hands and holds in them, his own broken tusk, a twig of the wish-fulfilling tree Kalpa Vriksha, an elephant goad, a noose, a white lotus and a pomegranate fruit.

Blessings of Worshipping Kshipra Prasada Ganapati

Kshipra Prasada Ganapati is an immediate provider of benefits. Sincere prayers offered to him are believed to get for the devotees, prosperity, success, and peace. Also, meditating on him regularly would clear obstacles and help them in the path towards self-realization

Mantra for Kshipra Prasada Ganapati

The mantra, which reads as under in Sanskrit, describes the appearance of this quick-reacting Lord and prays for his grace and blessings.

Dhuthpaashaamkusha kalpalatha svaradhaschabeeja pporakayuthaha

Shashishakalkalith moulis thrilochanoarunashchaga jananaha

Bhaasurbhoo shandheepthobruhdhu darhapadhmavihvalol pavanaha

Vighnapayodhara karabhruthmusala hasadhaaasthume bhoothyai 

Chanting the Kshipra Prasada Ganapati mantra with faith, can be an effective means of propitiating the powerful Lord.

Swati Nakshatra - Tree

Arjuna Tree:

Lord Vayu is the Deity of the Nakshatra

Blade of grass is the symbol of Nakshatra

Rahu is the Vimshottari Dasa lord of Swati Nakshatra

Sri Varaha is the Avatar of Sri Vishnu that is associated with planet Rahu.

Swati Nakshatra

"Swati is ruled by Vayu, the God of the Wind. It gives the power to scatter like the wind (pradhvamsa shakti). Its basis above is moving in various directions. Its basis below is change of form. The result of these is transformation.

Swati Nakshatra causes things to move and scatter. This can be destructive unless we learn how to use it to remove negativity. All these indications are basically those of the Wind, which has both healing and destructive powers. Under its influence major changes, transformations and shifts of energy are indicated that one must have the power to endure. Then one can be taken to a higher level of existence.

Swati gives freedom of motion and travel, literally the ability to do what we want in all the worlds."

Vayu, the Wind desired, “May I win the freedom to move as I wish in all the worlds.” One who makes the appropriate offering to the Wind, to Swati (06 40 Libra to 20 00 Libra), gains the freedom to move as he wishes in all the worlds.The Wind, Vayu, has free movement in all the worlds. Those born in Vayu’s Nakshatra of Swati have a similar desire. They don’t like to be held or tied down. They like to travel where they want and when they want.

"The symbol for Swati is a single blade of grass blowing in the wind, reflecting the independent and autonomous nature of this asterism. It has a chara or moveable nature and is ruled by restless Rahu, the North Node of the Moon. A love of educational travel and the need for positive change is often experienced here. The primary deity is Vayu, the God of the Wind and Prana. The shakti is “the power to scatter like the wind”. Other symbols for this lunar mansion are a sword (discrimination) and a priest or priestess. Swati is of deva temperament with a primary motivation of artha or attainment of wealth. Saraswati, the Goddess of Learning is the female deity associated with Swati. This is a very intellectual nakshatra that demonstrates excellent communication skills. It has the capacity to achieve justice (Libra) thru personal power.

Swati Career Interests:

Independent profession, positions of leadership.

Business skill, sales, transportation and travel industry.

Yoga and meditation teachers, priests.

Legal professions, judges.

Stock brokers, traders in drugs and alcohol.

Swati is located by the bright star, Arcturus, in the constellation of Bootis"

They excel in the fields of music, literature and art. Financial and business successes are part of their gifts. They are blessed with the art of communication, revealing their knowledge and interest. Their ability to ride with the wind makes them extremely flexible. They are curious and eager to learn. Some are very psychic and intuitive. They are vulnerable, striving for independence, but are always survivors. Swati also translates as “the priest” and are learned in theology. Sometimes they can be high strung, and shallow. Because of their Vata nature must be careful of their diet causing too much wind.

The sanskrit root word

Sva = Self, Soul, Ego.

 

Other Ancient names of this Nakshatra

Anila, Chothy, Enlil, Marut, Nishtya, Pavana, Praabhanyjana, Sameera, Samareena, Suvathi, Svasti, Swatiya, Svata, Swastika, Sachisrabha, Vaat, Vata, Vayu, Vayavya.

 

Meaning

Su-Ati meaning “Very Good” or the “The Independent One”, also translates as “The Priest” who has Learned and Mastered Theology (Study of Nature of God and Religious Beliefs)”.

 

Astronomy - Swati Nakshatra

Number of Stars - 1(A Star known as Alpha Bootis/ Arcturus. It is a Central Star in the Constellation of Bootis. Acturus denotes Riches, Renown, Prosperity, Success in the Fine Arts, and Self Determination. The Ancients saw this as the Abode of Saraswathi, the Goddess of Learning).

 

Yoga Taras (Principle Stars)

Arcturus (Alpha Bootis).

Swati Nakshatra- Ruled by Rahu

Swati Nakshatra in the Vimshottari Nakshatra Dasa (120 Year Cycle of Timing of

Events) system introduced by Rishi Parashara is associated with planet Rahu (North

Node of the Moon). This association with Rahu is only relevant with the Vimshottari

based Nakshatra Dasa system and Rahu doesn't rule this Nakshatra as is believed and

understood misintepreted in many of the later texts on Nakshatras. The Nakshatras are

ruled by the Devatas (Tutelary Archetypes or Principal Dieites). Other Nakshatra based

dasa systems given by Rishis Parashara have been associated with other planets that

inflfluence this nakshatra and this has to be used judiciously only for studying and

intepreting the underlying scheme of Dasa.

Study of the Vimshottari Dasa with this Nakshatra we base the association of Rahu

with the Karakas (signififications) of Rahu which includes and not limited to: Success,

Enjoyment (Upabhoga), Mohammedans, Hidden Meaning, Valour, Paternal Grandfather,

Maternal Grandmother, Strength and Losses, Condemnation, Punishment, Highly

Poisonous Snakes, Untouchables, Courage, Pride, Burial Grounds, Theft, Connections

with Widows, Breaking Stones, Professions such as Digging Of Wells or Boring Pits or

Ant's Nest, Driving Oil Expellers, Wood-Cutting, Major Diseases, Accidents, Fever,

Small Pox, Fainting, Having to Quit Native Place, Ideas of Renouncing Family Ties,

Getting Cast Away from Religion, Life in Forests, Serious Encounters/ Battle.

Rahu is also associated with Lord Varaha (Wild Boar) amongst the Dasa Avataars (10

Incarnations) of Vishnu. Rahu is also been re#ered to as Bhayanaka, Chandala, Kala,

Raghu, Rakshasa, Rehula, Svarbhanu, Tama.

 

Key Points

"If 3, 9th and 12th lord in Swati then can indicate long distance residence; even in transit it can indicate some long distance travel

If the 1st Lord is placed in Swati it can give Vata related problems (Gas)

This is a very intellectual nakshatra that demonstrates excellent communication skills. It has the capacity to achieve justice (Libra) through personal power. Their ability to ride with the wind (reference to the favour of this asterism) makes them extremely flflexible

Swati represents the equilibrium point of everything. It represents the mid-point of our lives, the life of the universe and everything that exists. This star represents midpoint between expansion and contraction

Its symbol is a ‘Young plant shoot blown by the wind”. The wind symbolism suggests the airy quality of this nakshatra which promotes restlessness, adaptability, skillness in using the mind and a roaming disposition. Whereas, the young plant symbolism suggests delicacy. This is the reason why this asterism strives for strength and independence, just like a young plant shoot strives for

maturity. Air is the balancing element among the fifive interacting elements in nature. This nakshatra is the balancing pivot of the zodiac in the sense that it is the middle most nakshatra, with thirteen nakshatras on either side. It represents the atmospheric aspect, where there’s neither a lull nor a storm and a gentle breeze is blowing-Swati thus represents the period of our lives where smooth sailing takes place. It indicates success after struggle and tenuous beginnings

Its main deity is Vayu, the God of Wind. All of Vayu’s qualities can be seen manifested through Hanuman, son of Vayu & one of the central characters in the Vedic-epic, Ramayana. Hanuman’s qualities like extreme strength, morality, strong sense of ethics, moderation, fairness, intelligence and loyalty apply to the highest aspect of Swati’s functioning. It is Hanuman’s extreme loyalty and devotion to Rama, which still remains the strongest example of unconditional and selflfless service, is strongly entrenched in our minds. It is no wonder that the planet of service. i.e. Saturn, reaches maximum exaltation in the 4th Pada (20 degrees Libra) and Sun gets debilitated (10 degrees Libra) at the 1st Pada in Swati. Sun is a Fiery Planet and hence it gets debilitated in the Windy Sign Libra and in Swati as its deity is Vayu (God of Wind). Swati is considered to the birth constellation of Rahu

Rahu is the primary ruler of this asterism and its airy qualities are relayed through it. Swati natives often appreciate the finer things in life and uphold a certain degree of sophistication in their dress, mannerisms and tastes

There is a strong urge for comfort and luxury when Rahu is manifesting its energies on an earthy plane. Earth is the secondary element of Rahu. Since Swati falls completely in the sign of Libra, Venus has a strong connection with this asterism. The Rahu-Venus influence together is a highly indulgent combination, which gives a strong urge for comfort and luxury. A love of show and pomp is seen when Rahu is functioning through its lower aspect

Restlessness disposition or physical restlessness (trait of the Vayu or Wind),inability to stay still at any place, fidgetiness, and noise comes from the attributes of its deity the wind. It is self-assured and asserting. The winds (Marut) are the Lords of North-West. There are 49 of them under ‘Pavana’. Of all Gods he is the strongest and most obstinate. From these are derived the knowledge, the physical internal adjustments of the 5 Winds – Pan, Apan, Vyan, Udan and Saman. Also from this comes the storms and the whirl-wind, the concrete

disturbance of the atmosphere, A person born under this star is good at buying and selling, his wealth and property comes and goes quite easily

It belongs to the Butcher’s class. Even wind can be a highly destructive and unforgiving force when it takes the form of cyclones and tornadoes. And Swati can be quite ruthless in its approach, especially when it gains strength and power over the passage of time

If there is affliction to Swati it can give bad breath. Aerobics, Pranayam, breath control must be performed by the native

Swati natives usually loves music and sometimes shows talent in this direction and hence show an aptitude for creative and artistic pursuits

These individual would begin to grow further till the age after 25 years while the period of 30 to 60 years of age will bring all the fruits of their immense efforts of earlier times

Born diplomats, always smile, flirts with women, strong desire for financial success, likes to be care-free, religious. Extreme Procrastination (Delay) is one of the worst traits. Swati star is not good for travel

Influences: birds, beasts, horses, traders, grains that cause wind, unsteady friends, feeble characters, ascetics and connoisseurs of wares

Moon in Swati: the person has subdued passions, is a trader, generous at heart, sweet spoken, and religious in spirit and actions

According to Varahamihira, those born with Moon in Swati are “pleasant in speech, have a self controlled nature and compassionate ways. The person is a merchant with principles”.

 

Swati Nakshatra mentions from the Scriptures

“Under the jurisdiction of swati are placed birds, beasts, horses, traders, grains that cause lot of wind (like Bengal gram), unsteady friends, feeble characters, ascetics and connoisseurs of wares, experts in forest-products.”

- Brihat Samhita by Varahamihira (Chapter XV, Stellar Rulership)

“If in Swati he will try to please Gods and Brahmins, devote himself to enjoyments and will have much wealth but little intelligence.”

- Jataka Parijata, Nakshatra Palam (Adh. IX, Sloka 84-90)

“Disease Treatment, Planting, Gathering, Making Medicine.”

- Muhurta Chintamani

“Per Hora Sara, the person will be mild, happy, virtuous, compassionate, lives a simple lifestyle; will incur debts and lives in foreign places.”

- Hora Sara

“Per Jatakabharana, the person born in Swati Nakshatra will be well educated, do the duties in life judicially following good ethics in life, act and speak truthfully, courageous, will have good business talent, be helpful to the people, philanthropic and performs all the duties according to the rules of the land.”

- Jatakabharana

“Per Sage Narada, when person is born in Swati star, he will be righteous, courageous,

eloquent, lustful, celebrity, very knowledgeable and self restrained.”

- Sage Narada

 

Deity - Vayu

Vayu or Maruta (God of Wind and Prana or Life-breath, King of the Celestial Musicians, Purifier and hence represents the Divine Breath of the Gods).

 

Symbol - Shoot of Plant

Shoot of Plant, A Single Blade of Grass blowing in the Wind (reflecting the Independent and Autonomous nature of this Asterism), Sword (Discrimination), Coral, a Priest or Priestess.

 

Sacred Animal - Male Buffalo

A Symbol for Strength, Patience, Overrunning.

 

Mythological Stories about Swati Nakshatra

The ruling deity of Swati is Vayu, the God of the Wind.

Vayu is a primary Hindu deity, the lord of the winds, the father of Bhima and the spiritual father of Hanuman. He is also known as Vata, Pavana (“the Purifier”), and sometimes Prana (“the breath”). – Wikipedia

 

Lord Hanuman and Vayu

Lord Hanuman is an epitome of strength, service and devotion! And these are the qualities that Saturn is trying to teach us through his placement in our birth charts and his transits.

Praying to Lord Hanuman gives us the power to imbibe his qualities and that is why Hanuman Chalisa is the biggest relief to handle the Saturn energy in our lives!

Our Indian mythology is full of deep secrets. What is the connection between Lord Hanuman and Pranayama ?

Lord Hanuman is the son of Vayu the wind God Prana is nothing but our own life force energy / Breath. Lord Hanuman is invincible and so is our prana – even science has proved that energy can only be transformed it cannot be destroyed.

There is a story where Lord Hanuman thinks the sun is a big fruit and goes towards it to grab and eat it. Vayu(The wind God) saves Hanuman from getting burnt from the Sun

– this shows that when our energy or prana is not directed towards a higher goal in life

– it has the power to burn us.

When Lord Hanuman met Lord Rama – The Lord becomes his single pointed attention and purpose in life. He becomes the most devoted servant to Lord Rama. In many pictures we see Lord Hanuman tearing his chest open to show the image of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, this shows the unwavering devotion and power of Lord Hanuman.

Similarly when we direct our energy and prana to a higher goal – we become devoted and we gain immense strength in life to overcome any obstacles and move through life with a smile.

When you feel like things are not happening the way you want it to, or when life seems tough instead of blaming the planets, resort yourself to Pranayama and Meditation – It helps you unlock your inner potential and find the strength deep within you!

 

Vayu Putras - The Sons of Vayu

Story of Lord Hanuman and Bheema (The Sons of Vayu)

During the exile of pandavas in the forest, Draupadi felt a deep desire to possess a flower known as Saugandhika. She requested bheema to get her that flower. Bheema obliged and walked towards the dense forest from where the fragrance was coming. On his way, he saw a huge monkey resting on his path, blocking his way. He asked the

monkey to get up and clear the way for him. The monkey was in no mood to oblige. Bheema became arrogant and tried to tell the monkey who he was, and why the monkey should just clear the path for him. He went on to boast about his powers as the son of vayu and brother of Lord Hanuman. Bheema’s words did not have any impact on the monkey, instead the monkey challenged bheema to lift it’s tail and

continue towards his destination. Bheema felt humiliated, but he did not have a choice, so he tried to life the tail – but to his surprise he was not able to! Bheema grew impatient, and frustrated – with all his strength he tried it for one last time, and failed again! He accepted his defeat and pleaded the monkey to tell him who he was, because he understood that he was not just an ordinary monkey.

Lord Hanuman said – “Bheema, I am that Hanuman, your brother. The path ahead is dangerous, i know you have come for the flower, i will show you the pond from where you can collect the flower. I just came to caution you.”

 

Bheema was filled with tears – and hugged Lord Hanuman – he also requested Lord Hanuman to show his huge form. Lord Hanuman obliged and grew to the size of the entire landscape.

Then Lord Hanuman blessed Bheema and embraced him before he took leave and said the following –

“When you roar like a lion on the battle field, my voice shall join yours and strike terror in the hearts of your enemies. I will be there on the flag of the chariot of Arjuna .May you be victorious!” This story resonates very well with Swati Nakshatra. Sva – means ego, “I”ness. Swati can be translated as the independent one. Swati’s symbol is a flower bud swaying against the wind. The other symbol for svati is

“Coral” – coral is self made and requires very less help from its surrounding to grow. And this adheres with the individuality of this Nakshatra. While this individuality can be very positive, sometimes it can lead to “ego” – Bheema was very strong and powerful, but his ego was one of his biggest weakness, thus in this story Lord Hanuman in a very loving way teaches his brother by stripping him of his ego and making him humble.

 

The form of Ganesha related to Swati Nakshatra

Kshipra Prasada Ganapati is the 20th of Lord Ganesha’s 32 forms. In this form Lord Ganesh is considered quick rewarder of the wishes and instant punisher of the wrong. Kshipraprasada Ganapati appears in crimson red hue complexion with six hands. Also in this form he

appears with third eye and with crescent moon on his crown like Lord Shiva. The lord is seated in Kusha grass throne, a sacred grass for Hindus. His big belly represents the manifestation of the universe. On his main right hand holds his broken tusk and on main left hand holds the twig of Kalpavriksha (Wish Fulfilling Tree). On the other hands Lord Ganapathi holds a noose, an elephant goad, pomegranate and a white lotus.

 

Strength

Clever in Trade, Commerce and Business, Seeks the Truth, Tender, Kind, Accurate, Finds Lowest Common Denominator, Optimistic, Involved in Spiritual or Humanitarian Causes, Enjoys the Company of Religious or Well Integrated People, Enjoys Travel, Interest in Science and Philosophy, Independent, Persuasive Communication Style,

Disciplined, Friendly, Pure, Desires Harmony, Honest, and Rational.

Weakness / Shadow Issues

Restless, Unable to Recognize Own Limitations Resulting in Loss of Money, Reputation and Status, Spendthrift, Critical, Quiet, Monastic, Reclusive, Secretive, Hidden Passions, Creative and Absurd Thinker, Vulnerable, Easily Influenced by Others, Focused on Personal Gain, Lack of Interest in Family Life, and Temperamental.

"Desire of the nakshatra is the freedom to roam around the world universe. Nature is dispersion and scattered

Going back and forth on everything

Changing forms quickly

If malefics are placed in Swati and supported by afflictions to the 2nd house then this can lead to bad breath or harsh speech, while benefics can suggest sweet and knowledgeable speech (Vak Siddhi of Saraswathi) and fresh breath Wind problems such as gas or bleaching connected to the Vata element can be experienced if afflictions are shown to the 5th house of stomach if supported by malefics influences on Swati

Mars placed in Swati can create unfocussed, ungrounded or scattered actions (reference to the aver element of this asterism)

Also the relative signified by the Karaka of the planet placed in Swati can have vata related issues, for example if Sun is placed then it is Father, if Venus is placed then it could be the spouse, etc".

 

Favorable Activities when moon transits Swati Nakshatra

Business, Trade, Socializing, Buying/Selling, Art and Science, Diplomacy, Grooming of Oneself, Business and Trade Agreements, Commencing Education, Social Events, Public Events, Money Transactions, Breathing Exercise, Mediation, and Activities

Requiring Peace, Calmness, or Diplomacy.

 

Unfavorable Activities when moon transits Swati Nakshatra

Travel, Confrontation, Fierce or Aggressive Behaviour.

 

Career Interest

Businessmen and Traders of all types, Wrestlers, All sports, especially those relying on Breath Control, Singers, Musicians playing Wind Instruments like Horns & Organ, Researchers, Technology Experts, Independent Enterprises, Government related Service Professions, Aeronautical Industry, Pilots, Professions connected with the

Aviation Industry, Transportation Industry, Socialites, Professions involving use of Speech like News Readers, etc. Computer and Software Industry, Professions requiring Flexibility and Quick Ingenuity, Serving Professions like Housekeepers and Right-hand man Types, Kite Makers, Adventure Sports People like Skydivers, Balloonists, Educators, Teachers, Lawyers, Judges, Politicians, Trade-Union and Working Class Leaders, Diplomats, Hosts, Hostesses, Merchants, Good Salesmen, and Talkers, Negotiator, Mediator, Lobbyist, Marriage Counselors, Business Skill, Sales, Yoga

Teachers, Priests, Legal Profession, Judges, Transportation, Travel Industry, Stock Brokers, Traders in Drugs and Alcohol.

 

Important themes

"Swati is one of the most flexible nakshatra. The natives are very cool, calm and tend to stay away from fights. Swati nakshatra can’t fight. Their favourable lies in the fact that they can change their enemies’ mindset and convert them. The Swati natives are very kind and help every deserving person, problem is that they can’t say “No” to people. They always respond in the affirmative with a “Yes” whatever has been asked of them.

Swati nakshatra natives can be very popular in society and can have many friends. But on the negative side these individuals can be spineless without an opinion to give. They cannot stand up for themselves or neither defend themselves or their loved ones. This indecisiveness, vagueness, opaqueness shown by Swati native and tendency for excessive mental oscillations can lead to marital issues and sometime divorce

It is observed that most of the natives ruled by Rahu nakshatras have names which start with ‘Ra’

Swati nakshatra natives usually found to have a birth mark on the back of the head

Swati is a chara (movable) nakshatra and hence the natives love to travel

Since the power of this nakshatra is to “Disburse/ Scatter like the Wind or Transform”, hence this asterism can be used to launch marketing campaigns, which might get the benefit of success under this nakshatra

It is also been observed due to personal health challenges and self-cure gets them involved with healing therapies involving herbs such as favorable

It is very important for Swati nakshatra natives to plan and be organised well in life to avoid the excessive mental oscillations that are seen in this asterism

Saturn, Rahu and Venus are supposed to give favorable results in Swati nakshatra. Rahu can give material wealth and gains but still keep the native unstable like the swaying blade of grass on a field with the exception of the 3^rd Pada which happens to be its Navamsa Pada. Saturn can however bring stability, a steady disposition and reduce the excessive tendency to oscillate. Venus could bring some grace, balance to life and satisfactory stability if posited in the 2nd and 3rd Pada of Swati. However, Venus in 4th Pada can bring traits of

excessive independence and give relationship issues to the native, or suggest that the spouse is always travelling to far of places. The Mercury, the Sun and Mars are supposed to do well in Swati nakshatra".