The word Pushya means to strengthen, to fortify. The word etymologically means, "to nourish" and that again means to preserve, to protect, replenish, multiply and strengthen. This is considered to be the best Nakshatra of all. The native born in this Nakshatra are intelligent, spiritual and selfless. They attract wealth (often up to the point of opulence) as their karmic reward. Pushya borne people are self sufficient, deep thinkers and philosophers. Pushya natives truly care about others, and try to uplift the conditions of people around themselves. They work for the underprivileged, and spread their knowledge through teaching. Sometimes the same streak can take the form of arrogance, as one tends to think him superior from others. Still, to be born under this Nakshatra is a truly priceless. People of this constellation do well in fields of social service, medicine, and teaching.