This document summarizes the 27 lunar mansions or nakshatras in Hindu astrology. Each nakshatra is associated with a deity or symbol and described in 1-2 sentences. The nakshatras relate to themes of journey, restraint, purification, renewal, nourishment, secrets, nobility, gifts, purpose, friendship, supremacy, roots, protection, learning, art, freedom, symphony, concealment, fire, journey's end, and protection of others.