Hasta is positioned from 10- 23.20 Sidereal ♍️. It correlates with the Corvus (Crow) constellation.

Crows are associated with order and timekeeping. They are also intelligent creatures.

Similarly, those born under Hasta are punctual and organized. They have an intuitive understanding of time and prefer to be on time. These people also enjoy having rules and order in their lives. They can organize a home, a task, themselves, and others.

Hasta is where Mercury reaches exaltation. So, we see the logical, organized, and skillful qualities strongly in this position. These are clever and creative individuals. They are like craftsmen and virtuosos. Hasta possesses skills and intelligence in a wide variety of areas.

Hasta means "The Hand". So, every task that requires dexterity is associated with this asterism. Fighting, healing, palmistry, surgery, writing, creativity, etc… can be seen. They might also use their hands while speaking. Hasta individuals have incredible grasping powers in learning and memorization.

Tricks, card games, gambling, and pickpocketing can also be seen. Hasta is swift and sharp-minded. They can possess an excellent "poker face". Hasta individuals always have a comeback in arguments. They’re difficult to beat due to their intelligence.

Although Hasta has good communication skills, they can struggle with self-expression. There’s sometimes a shyness or nervous energy about them. So much mental activity can cause mental health concerns. OCD, insomnia, restlessness, anxiety, etc… can be seen.

Sometimes they think too quickly and broadly to get their point across. Their minds are ahead of their spoken or written words. They can be clever, witty, and sarcastic. Hasta individuals might be seen smiling and laughing. They can find humor in the absurdity of human existence. This can make them excellent comedians.

Sometimes, they can be flighty and detached. Hasta likes change and flexibility. They take on a wide variety of and don’t seek to be boxed in. This movement can also take a Hasta person through a moment of ups and downs in life.

They seek to help others and to be an inspiration. Like the ruling deity of Savitur, the "Golden Handed" Sun god. Hasta can manifest their desires and become influential within society.

However, this asterism can be used for deception and manipulation at a lower level. They can have just as much of honorable qualities as they can have cunning qualities. It depends on the individual.