Shravana (The listening star, the famous one) is the 22th of the 27 nakshatras in Vedic astrology, occupying 10°00' Capricorn to 23°20' Capricorn on the ecliptic. Its ruling planet is Moon, its presiding deity is Vishnu, and its symbol is the ear, three footprints. In one line, Shravana is about deep listening that gathers wisdom and fame.
Personality and Nature
Shravana natives learn by listening, valuing knowledge, reputation and connection. They are trustworthy keepers and sharers of wisdom. With Dev gana, the temperament is a divine, benevolent temperament oriented toward service and higher ideals, while the Monkey yoni describes its instinctive, animal nature in relationships and drives.
Career and Vocation
Suits teaching, media, counselling, languages, music and advisory roles. The Moon rulership adds a distinct flavour to how these natives pursue work and success, rewarding fields aligned with the star's essence rather than those that fight against it.
Symbolism and Attributes
- Ruling planet
Moon - Deity
Vishnu - Symbol
Ear, three footprints - Gana
Dev - Yoni
Monkey - Nadi
Antya
Strengths and Challenges
Strengths
- Listening
- Knowledge
- Reputation
- Devotion
Challenges
- Gossip
- Over-thinking
- Rigidity
Guidance: Listen fully before you speak; your reputation is built on it.
Compatibility and Matching
In marriage matching (Ashtakoot Guna Milan), Shravana's Dev gana, Monkey yoni and Antya nadi are weighed against the partner's birth star. Same-nadi matches are traditionally avoided (Nadi dosha), while compatible ganas and yonis raise the score. For an exact 36-point reading with your partner, enter both birth details in the free Kundali Milan tool.