Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra in Vedic astrology
Uttara Bhadrapada is the deep, steadying nakshatra, associated with calm, depth and wisdom gained through experience.
Key facts about Uttara Bhadrapada
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number | 26 of 27 |
| Ruling planet | Saturn |
| Deity | Ahir Budhnya, the serpent of the deep |
| Symbol | the back legs of a funeral cot, or twins |
| Gana (temperament) | Manushya (human) |
| Zodiac span | 3°20' to 16°40' Pisces |
| Sign | Pisces |
Uttara Bhadrapada as a birth nakshatra
A Moon in Uttara Bhadrapada is traditionally described as calm and wise, slow to anger, with great depth of feeling and capacity for endurance.
How to read this
These are traditional associations, not a description that fits everyone. A nakshatra is only one part of a chart: the Moon's sign, the other planets, the houses and the dasha all shape how it is read. Use it as a prompt for reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra?
Saturn rules Uttara Bhadrapada. This is the planet whose Vimshottari dasha a person starts in if their Moon was in Uttara Bhadrapada at birth.
Which sign does Uttara Bhadrapada fall in?
Uttara Bhadrapada covers 3°20' to 16°40' Pisces, so it sits in Pisces.
What is the deity of Uttara Bhadrapada?
The presiding deity of Uttara Bhadrapada is Ahir Budhnya, the serpent of the deep.
How do I find my birth nakshatra?
It is the nakshatra your Moon was in at birth. Use the free nakshatra calculator with your birth date, time and place.
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