Lord: Jupiter
Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra Nature and Traits
This is a nakshatra of 'Ugra and cruel' nature. Its underlying guna is Sattva guna.
Key Significations
- Idealism and vision for the future
- A temperament that destroys the old order and creates the new (transformative energy)
- Interest in secret lore, mantra and tantra
- Fire, intensity and cruel acts
- A two-faced nature (showing one thing outwardly while thinking another within)
- Journeying from worldly matters towards spirituality
They are deep thinkers. They long to bring about some great change in society. Anger comes upon them suddenly, but within they have a good heart.
Positive Traits
- They strive to lead a life according to dharma
- They possess remarkable intellect and logical knowledge
- Independent views and leadership qualities are abundant in them
- They have a great spirit of sacrifice, giving in charity to those in difficulty
Negative Traits
- Severe anger, impulse and stubbornness
- A nature that criticises the faults of others harshly
- Frequently falling prey to mental stress and anxiety
Nakshatra in its Rashi Environment
The first three padas of this nakshatra lie in Aquarius, ruled by Saturn, and the last pada in Meena (Pisces), ruled by Jupiter. In Aquarius they are philosophers and social reformers. In Pisces their spiritual reflection and devotion reach their peak.
Between the sign lord Saturn and the nakshatra lord Jupiter there is naturally a 'neutral' relationship. This indicates the union of discipline (Saturn) and knowledge (Jupiter).
Since Aquarius is of the air element, this nakshatra aids intellectual revolution; since Pisces is of the water element, it aids the pursuit of liberation.
Real-World Duties & Professions
- Astrologers, priests and Vedantic scholars
- Teachers, professors and advisors
- Detectives, investigators and criminal lawyers
- Doctors, surgeons and the pharmaceutical sector
- Management of cremation grounds, and iron/steel-related work
- Writers and philosophers
They act as intellectual leaders who end what is evil and awaken society.
Research, spiritual training, and the legal system.
Special Astrological Notes
Ribs, lower abdomen, ankles. Ailments: heart disease, defects in the nervous system, ankle pain.
This is a 'Manushya gana' nakshatra and belongs to 'Adya nadi' (Vata). Marriage with those of the same nadi is prohibited.
As this is a fierce nakshatra it is unfavourable for auspicious events such as marriage and house-warming. It is highly favourable for conquering enemies, repaying debts, demolishing old buildings, and agricultural work.
According to Varahamihira's Brihat Jataka, those born in this nakshatra become wealthy but do not like to spend their money (miserliness). They give weight to the words of their life partner and remain under their sway.
The four padas of Purva Bhadrapada
Each nakshatra spans 13°20′ and divides into four padas of 3°20′. Each pada falls in one navamsa, whose lord colours a birth in that pada.
| Pada | Rashi and degrees | Navamsa | Navamsa lord | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | Aquarius 20° – 23°20′ | Aries | Mars | Se (సే) |
| Pada 2 | Aquarius 23°20′ – 26°40′ | Taurus | Venus | So (సో) |
| Pada 3 | Aquarius 26°40′ – 30° | Gemini | Mercury | Da (దా) |
| Pada 4 | Pisces 0° – 3°20′ | Cancer | Moon | Di (దీ) |
Naming syllables for Purva Bhadrapada
A child born in Purva Bhadrapada is traditionally named with the syllable of the birth pada: Pada 1 – Se (సే), Pada 2 – So (సో), Pada 3 – Da (దా), Pada 4 – Di (దీ).
Baby names for Purva Bhadrapada nakshatraPurva Bhadrapada nakshatra compatibility
Average Guna Melanam score out of 36 with each nakshatra, across every rashi both nakshatras' padas fall in. A real match depends on both birth charts: check one in Guna Melanam.
- Purva Ashadha — 30.5/36
- Uttara Ashadha — 28.8/36
- Uttara Bhadrapada — 28.8/36
- Rohini — 28.5/36
- Mrigashira — 26.4/36
- Jyeshtha — 10.8/36
- Shatabhisha — 13.8/36
- Hasta — 16/36
