According to classical texts on Vedic astrology, the deity ruling Purva Ashadha nakshatra is Apas, the personification of water. Meditating with the mantra of your moon nakshatra is a powerful way to connect with the symbology of that nakshatra which will have a significant influence over your purpose in this life. Chanting the mantra of your nakshatra can also remedy or strengthen the placement of the moon in your chart. In the video below, we document the sound of a simple nama mantra of Apas:
oṁ adbhyo namaḥ
|| ॐ अद्भ्यो नमः ||
Listen to the sound and feel it working to transform your life or chant along with the video to meditate with this ancient mantra.
The Sanskrit “Āpas” or “Ap” (अप्) can be translated to mean “water”, and refers to the water element as a whole. Purva Ashadha nakshatra is connected with themes related to undefeated champions, fame, invigoration and purification. Purva Ashadha is often considered the star of invincibility. This asterism is symbolized by a fan.