Shravana Nakshatra
శ్రవణం
Symbol: Ear/3 footprints
Shravana Nakshatra (శ్రవణం నక్షత్రం) is the twenty-second nakshatra, spanning 10° to 23°20' in Makara (Capricorn). Ruled by the Moon and presided over by Vishnu the Preserver, Shravana is the nakshatra of deep listening, learning, and the transmission of sacred knowledge. The name means "the listener" or "the ear," and three footprints — representing the three steps of Vishnu (Trivikrama) — are its symbol. Shravana natives are exceptional listeners and learners with a remarkable memory, a gift for languages, and the ability to connect diverse people and traditions into a cohesive whole.
Number
22
Deity
Vishnu
Guna
Rajas
Gana
Deva
Nadi
Vata
Naming Syllables (Aksharas)
Shravana Nakshatra Personality Traits
Shravana Nakshatra — Frequently Asked Questions
Why is listening so important for Shravana Nakshatra?
Shravana's very name means "hearing" or "listening" — this nakshatra is associated with the ear, the power of reception, and the sacred act of receiving wisdom. Vishnu as the deity adds the quality of preservation — Shravana natives don't just hear, they retain, honor, and transmit what they learn. This makes them natural teachers, scholars, and oral historians.
What naming syllables belong to Shravana Nakshatra?
Shravana Nakshatra naming syllables are Ju (జు), Je (జే), Jo (జో), and Gha (ఘ). These are the traditional aksharas for children born with the Moon in Shravana.
What careers are ideal for Shravana Nakshatra natives?
Shravana natives excel in teaching, scholarship, journalism, linguistics, music, counseling, and spiritual guidance. Their exceptional listening ability and retentive memory make them outstanding students who eventually become respected teachers. Media, broadcasting, and all fields involving the transmission of knowledge are also well-aligned.