Understanding the Air-Element Zodiac Signs
In earlier chapters, we saw how the twelve zodiac signs are divided among the four great elements — Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. The division is as follows:
- Earth element: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
- Water element: Pisces, Scorpio, Cancer
- Fire element: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
- Air element: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Today we focus on the zodiac signs belonging to the Air element.
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### The Nature of Air Signs in the Age of Kali (Kali Yuga)
In Kali Yuga, the Air element is dominant. Its *inner quality* (nijaguna) is compassion and equality (samata). The signs governed by the Air element are:
- Gemini (Mithun)
- Libra (Tula)
- Aquarius (Kumbha)
People born under these signs should follow certain spiritual practices for harmony and progress.
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### Direction for Worship and Important Activities
Air-sign individuals should always face the North while performing daily spiritual practices.
North is the direction of growth and prosperity for these signs. Therefore:
- All important work should begin facing North.
- Study, spiritual practice, and major plans should start from this direction.
- Efforts made facing North bring better results.
Since compassion is the natural quality of the Air element, this quality is strengthened through North-directed worship.
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### Most Auspicious Lunar Phase
For Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius:
- The waning phase of the moon (Krishna Paksha) — the second half of the lunar month — is the most favourable.
- The waxing phase (Shukla Paksha) is comparatively less fruitful.
Important tasks and spiritual activities should be undertaken during the waning fortnight.
Daily spiritual practice must continue throughout the year without interruption.
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### Best Time of Day for Worship
The universe is constantly influenced by the movement of the five elements, the solar system, and the constellations. Considering these forces:
The most effective period for Air-sign individuals is:
7:30 AM to 12:50 PM (the first quarter of the day).
During this time:
- Worship brings strong results
- New plans succeed more easily
- Beginning new ventures is beneficial
- Chanting the birth-star (nakshatra) mantra is recommended
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### The Breath Channels (Nadis)
Humans breathe through two channels:
- Left nostril → Lunar channel (Chandra Nadi)
- Right nostril → Solar channel (Surya Nadi)
The breath naturally shifts between these channels throughout the day.
For Air-element signs:
Work should be done when the Solar channel (right nostril) is active.
If it is not active:
- Close the left nostril gently
- Encourage breath to flow through the right nostril
- Begin your important tasks once Surya Nadi is active
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### Inner Tendencies of Air Signs
These signs carry certain deep tendencies:
- Their sensual weakness is connected to the ears (sound, praise, music, gossip).
- They must learn to control emotions of compassion and sacrifice.
- They must guard against attachment, attraction and unnecessary involvement.
- Avoid arguments and practise silence when possible.
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### Daily Worship for Air Signs
Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius should worship:
- Lord Shiva
- Lord Hanuman (Mahavir Hanuman)
- Time: 7:30 AM – 12:50 PM
- Facing: North
- Repetition: Each mantra 108 times
Mantras:
- `ॐ नमः शिवाय |`
- `ॐ नमो भगवते पंचवदनाय ऊर्ध्वदिशे हयग्रीवमुखाय ॐ श्रीवीरहनुमते ॐ रूं रूं रूं रूं रूं रूं रुद्रमूर्तये सकल लोकवशीकरणाय वेदविद्या स्वरूपिणे हुं फट घेघेघेघेघेघे स्वाहा |`
This daily practice stabilises the mind, awakens energy, and improves overall success.
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### Pilgrimage
A pilgrimage to Kedarnath at least once in life is especially beneficial. Such pilgrimages help:
- calm the mind
- increase inner strength
- create enthusiasm
- strengthen spiritual progress
Shiva and Hanuman are embodiments of the Air element, and their work influences generations.
Reading Dasbodh and Tukaram Gatha is recommended.
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### Social Nature of Air Signs
- These individuals belong to the symbolic “Shudra” category — meaning service-oriented, not in a caste sense, but in temperament.
- They naturally possess equality, compassion, and a desire to serve others.
- They excel in communication, trade, negotiation, and practical dealings.
- They must control greed and hatred.
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## Individual Signs
### Gemini (Mithun)
- *Planet:* Mercury
- *Sacred Tree:* Agathi (Agada/Agahada)
Mercury’s essence and the Air element’s compassion reside in this tree. Worship here is very effective.
- Time: 4–6 AM
- Facing: South
Mantras (108 times):
- `ॐ ऐं श्रीं स्त्रीं बुधाय नम: |`
- `ॐ सौम्यरूपाय विद्महे | चंद्रसुताय धीमहि | तन्नो बुधः प्रचोदयात् ॥`
- `ॐ उत्पात रूपो जगतां चंद्रपूत्रो महाद्युति: | सूर्यप्रियकरो विद्वान् पीडां हरतु मे बुध: | ॐ ब्रां ब्रीं ब्रौं स: बुधाय नम: |`
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### Libra (Tula)
- *Planet:* Venus
- *Sacred Tree:* Peepal (Ficus religiosa)
Burn camphor, musk, bamboo, or sandalwood under the tree.
- Time: 3–6 AM
- Facing: North
Mantras (108 times):
- `ॐ र्हीं श्रीं शुक्राय नम: |`
- `ॐ भृगुसुताय विद्महे | दिव्यदेहाय धीमहि | तन्नो शुक्र: प्रचोदयात् ॥`
- `ॐ दैत्यमंत्री गुरुस्तेषां प्राणदश्च महामति: | प्रभुस्ताराग्रहाणां च पीडां हरतु मे भृगु: | ॐ द्रां द्रीं द्रौं स: शुक्राय नम: |`
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### Aquarius (Kumbha)
- Planet:* Saturn
- Sacred Tree:* Shami (Prosopis cineraria)
Burn chickpea flour under this tree.
- Time: Sunset to sunrise
- Facing: South
Mantras (108 times):
- `ॐ ऐं र्हीं श्रीं शनैश्चराय नम: |`
- `ॐ रविनंदनाय विद्महे | दीर्घदेहाय धीमहि | तन्नः शनि: प्रचोदयात् ॥`
- `ॐ सूर्यपूत्रो दीर्घदेहो विशालाक्ष: शिवप्रिय: | मंदचार: प्रसन्नात्मा पीडां हरतु मे शनि: | ॐ खां खीं खूं स: शनैश्चराय नम: |`
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### Summary
- Air-sign individuals should worship between 7:30 AM and 12:50 PM, facing North.
- Chant the mantra of your birth star daily during this time.
- Perform all major tasks when the Solar channel (right nostril) is active.
- The waning fortnight is more favourable than the waxing fortnight.
- Visit Kedarnath once in your lifetime.
- Follow the mantras and directions exactly as instructed.
- Clear pronunciation and proper guidance are important for correct results.
For deeper study, refer to the book: “हा खेळ प्राक्तनचा की पूर्वसंचितांचा” published by Nātha Shakti Peeth.