Best Nakshatras for Foundation Stone (Shilanyas)
The four Dhruva (fixed) nakshatras carry the strongest foundation energy: Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada.
Recommended nakshatras
Rohini (deity: Brahma, ruler: Moon) — Dhruva (fixed) — best for foundations and entry.
Uttara Phalguni (deity: Aryaman, ruler: Sun) — Dhruva — second best for foundations.
Uttara Ashadha (deity: Vishvedevas, ruler: Sun) — Dhruva — universal victory.
Uttara Bhadrapada (deity: Ahir Budhnya, ruler: Saturn) — Dhruva — deep stability.
Categorically rejected nakshatras
Bharani (deity: Yama, ruler: Venus) — Reject for construction (BS Ch 98).
Ardra (deity: Rudra, ruler: Rahu) — Tikshna (sharp) — avoid for residences.
Ashlesha (deity: Naga, ruler: Mercury) — Reject for construction.
Magha (deity: Pitris, ruler: Ketu) — Reject for construction.
Purva Phalguni (deity: Bhaga, ruler: Venus) — Ugra — avoid for new homes.
Jyeshtha (deity: Indra, ruler: Mercury) — Tikshna — partial use only.
Mula (deity: Nirriti, ruler: Ketu) — Foundational, but Tikshna — avoid for residence.
Purva Ashadha (deity: Apas, ruler: Venus) — Ugra — avoid.
Purva Bhadrapada (deity: Ajaikapada, ruler: Jupiter) — Reject for construction.
Sources
- Bṛhat Saṁhitā Ch 98 (Bhat translation, Part II) — nakshatra muhūrta.
- Bṛhat Saṁhitā Ch 99-100 — tithi, karaṇa, yoga cross-reference.
- GrehYug KB entries: bs-nakshatra-27-muhurta-001.
Frequently asked questions
Which nakshatras are best for best nakshatras for foundation stone (shilanyas)?
The Dhruva (fixed) nakshatras — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada — carry the strongest stability energy. Soft (Mridu) nakshatras like Mrigashira, Anuradha, Revati provide secondary support.
Which nakshatras must be avoided?
Bharani, Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Vishakha and Purva Bhadrapada are categorically rejected for new construction per Bṛhat Saṁhitā Ch 98. Tikshna and Ugra category nakshatras need owner-compatibility checks.
Where do these rules come from?
Bṛhat Saṁhitā Ch 98 (Asterisms) and Ch 99-100 (Tithi, Karaṇa) are the primary source. Mānasāra and Mayamata supply the architectural cross-references for site, foundation, and door rules.
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