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Nakshatra 21 of 27

Uttara Ashadha

उत्तराषाढाUttara Āṣāḍhā

Ruled by Surya · deity Vishvedevas

LordSurya (Sun)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityVishvedevas

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolElephant tusk / planks of a bed

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaManushya

Temperament: Deva (gentle), Manushya (human), Rakshasa (fierce).

NatureDhruva (Fixed)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaVayu (Air)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiApradhrishya Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniMongoose (male)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAntya

The channel (Adi, Madhya, Antya), used in compatibility.

RashiDhanu / Makara

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Uttara Ashadha, ruled by Surya with the Vishvedevas, the universal gods, as its deities, is symbolised by an elephant tusk. It carries integrity, endurance and victory earned through righteous effort. The day favours lasting commitments, leadership, ethical decisions and laying firm foundations. Its steady strength rewards patience, and generosity keeps leadership kind.

Shakti: The power to grant lasting, unchallengeable victory.

Nakshatra mantraॐ विश्वेभ्यो देवेभ्यो नमः (Om Viśvebhyo Devebhyo Namaḥ)

Preview — awaiting expert review

Favourable for

  • Long-term commitments
  • Laying foundations
  • Ethical leadership
  • Official or government work
  • Planning for the future

Better to avoid

  • Better to postpone hasty decisions
  • Go gently with rigidity

Next occurrenceSun 18 Oct, 12:49 → Mon 19 Oct, 15:39 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Dhanu navamsaName syllable “Be”
  2. 2Makara navamsaName syllable “Bo”
  3. 3Kumbha navamsaName syllable “Ja”
  4. 4Meena navamsaName syllable “Ji”

Practices for Uttara Ashadha

The 27 nakshatras

Moon and nakshatra guidance is traditional Jyotisha offered for reflection and practice. It is not a prediction, and it is not medical, financial or legal advice. Please use your own judgement and seek a qualified professional where needed.