Rashi vs Nakshatra

Understand the difference between Rashi (Moon sign) and Nakshatra (lunar mansion) in traditional Jyotish.

Rashi

Rashi refers to one of the 12 zodiac signs. In common Kundali contexts, Janma Rashi means the Moon's sign at birth.

Nakshatra refers to one of 27 lunar divisions. Each Nakshatra is further divided into four padas.