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Meaning of "shravana"

Word

Shravana

Sanskrit

श्रावण

IAST

śrāvaṇa

In General

One of the 27 nakshatra (constellation). Shravana means "hearing" and is ruled by the Moon. It relates to listening to others well as to one's inner voice. This Lunar receptivity is symbolized by a Full Moon supported by a Crescent Moon. The three smaller circles denote the "three uneven footsteps" associated with Shravana. The lines which connect the smaller circles to the larger one evoke the connection between speakers and listeners.

Lord Planet: Chandra (Moon)

Indian zodiac: 10° - 23°20' Makara

Presiding deity: Vishnu

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