Rashi guide
Simha Rashi (Leo)
With Leo rising you tend to bring warmth, dignity and a natural presence to whatever you do. You shine when you can lead or create; sharing the stage strengthens your circle.
- Ruling planet
- Sun
- Element
- Fire
- Nature
- Fixed (Sthira)
- Symbol
- lion
- Direction
- east
- Nakshatras
- Magha, Purva Phalguni, Uttara Phalguni
Leo as the rising sign
With Leo rising you tend to bring warmth, dignity and a natural presence to whatever you do. You shine when you can lead or create; sharing the stage strengthens your circle.
The nature of Leo
Leo is a Fire sign of Fixed (Sthira) nature, ruled by Sun. Its symbol is the lion, and classically it relates to the stomach and the east.
Simha personality
Simha people are confident, generous and dignified. Ruled by the Sun, they like to lead, create and be appreciated. Pride and a need for recognition are their usual challenges.
Simha at work
Leadership roles, government, politics, management, entertainment, the performing arts and medicine suit their presence.
Simha in relationships
They are warm, loyal partners who appreciate admiration and respect. Mesha and Dhanus share their fiery temperament.
Simha and health
Simha governs the heart, spine and upper back; tradition advises care with heart health and posture.
Nakshatras inside Leo
The Nakshatras that fall in Leo are Magha, Purva Phalguni, Uttara Phalguni. Your Moon's exact star inside the sign refines everything said about Leo.
Moon sign, rising sign and Sun sign
In Indian astrology the Rashi usually means the Moon sign, the sign the Moon occupied at birth, and it is the sign used for daily horoscopes, Sade Sati and marriage matching. The rising sign (Lagna) describes body and temperament, and the Sun sign describes purpose. All three can be different, and the sidereal zodiac used here usually places them one sign earlier than Western astrology.
Using Leo in matching and timing
Rasi Porutham compares the two Moon signs in a match by counting from one to the other; some counts are considered harmonious and others need care. Saturn's transit over the sign before, over and after Leo forms Sade Sati for people with this Moon sign. The compatibility table on this page links to a detailed page for every pairing.
| Partner sign | Rasi Porutham |
|---|---|
| Aries | Agrees |
| Taurus | Agrees |
| Gemini | Agrees |
| Cancer | Needs care |
| Virgo | Needs care |
| Libra | Agrees |
| Scorpio | Agrees |
| Sagittarius | Agrees |
| Capricorn | Needs care |
| Aquarius | Agrees |
| Pisces | Needs care |
Common questions
Who is the ruling planet of Simha Rashi?
Leo is ruled by Sun. The condition of Sun in your chart strongly colours how this sign expresses itself.
What element is Simha?
Leo is a Fire sign of Fixed (Sthira) nature.
Which Nakshatras are in Simha Rashi?
The Nakshatras that fall wholly or partly in Leo are Magha, Purva Phalguni, Uttara Phalguni.
What is the symbol of Simha?
The symbol of Leo is the lion.
Which signs are compatible with Simha?
The table on this page shows Rasi Porutham for every pairing. Full compatibility also needs the two Nakshatras and complete charts.
Is Simha the same as Leo in Western astrology?
They share the same 30° segment of the sky in name, but the sidereal zodiac is about 24° behind the tropical one, so your Vedic sign is often the sign before your Western sign.
How do I find my Rashi?
Your Rashi is your Moon sign. Cast a free birth chart with exact birth time and place to see it.
Which day is lucky for Simha?
Sunday, the day of Sun, the ruler of Simha, is traditionally favoured for important beginnings.
Which gemstone is linked with Simha?
The gemstone of Sun is ruby. It should only be worn after a full chart review, because the ruler’s role differs for each Ascendant.
Which colours suit Simha?
Tradition associates Sun with orange, gold and copper tones.