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Dhanishta

Rhythm and resonance — music, timing, and prosperity that comes from being in step. The drum that gathers people together.

Presiding deityThe eight Vasus
SymbolA drum
Vimshottari lordMars (Mangala)
GanaRakshasa (fierce)
NadiMadhya (pitta)
Sidereal span23°20′ Makara – 6°40′ Kumbha
Naming syllables (pada 1–4)ga · gi · gu · ge

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