Lord: Saturn
Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Nature and Traits
This is a nakshatra of 'fixed and Dhruva' nature. Its guna is Tamo guna.
Key Significations
- Deep thought and hidden knowledge
- Steadiness and the highest forbearance
- A guarding and protective quality
- The spiritual journey and the awakening of kundalini
- Wealth and inherited property
- A fondness for solitude
They are very peaceful and compassionate. They do not waver in any difficult situation. Remaining good with everyone, they attain a respected position in society.
Positive Traits
- Boundless forbearance and patience are their own
- A selfless quality that helps others (philanthropy)
- An attractive manner of speech and good eloquence
- Stability in life, and righteous thinking
Negative Traits
- Laziness at times, and postponing tasks
- Seeking solitude excessively, and becoming introverts
- Keeping their true feelings concealed (a secretive nature)
Nakshatra in its Rashi Environment
This nakshatra lies entirely within Meena (Pisces, water element), ruled by Jupiter. It is the centre of spirituality and liberation.
Between the nakshatra lord Saturn and the sign lord Jupiter there is a neutral relationship. This is a remarkable combination. Saturn's karma and responsibility, joined with Jupiter's knowledge and compassion, give them great spiritual maturity.
The compassion of Pisces and the patience of Saturn combine to make them remarkable healers and counsellors.
Real-World Duties & Professions
- Yoga teachers and administrators of meditation centres
- Trustees and administrators of orphanages
- Counsellors, psychologists and psychiatrists
- Historians and librarians
- Defence, security and protective services (as it is Kshatriya varna)
- Financial advisors and insurance agents
Standing as the foundation stones of society, they discharge the duty of protectors who save others in times of crisis.
Service sectors, and the medical and spiritual fields.
Special Astrological Notes
Feet and ankles. Ailments: joint pain, diseases relating to the feet, colds and vata diseases.
This is a 'Manushya gana' nakshatra and belongs to 'Madhya nadi' (Pitta). It is a highly favourable nakshatra for marriage.
As this is a 'fixed' nakshatra it is highly auspicious for stable undertakings such as house-warming, marriage, laying foundations, making long-term investments, and sowing seed.
According to Varahamihira, natives of this nakshatra are righteous and possess an attractive conversational skill. They are happy, prosperous, and derive joy through their children.
The four padas of Uttara 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 | Pisces 3°20′ – 6°40′ | Leo | Sun | Du (దూ) |
| Pada 2 | Pisces 6°40′ – 10° | Virgo | Mercury | Tha (థ) |
| Pada 3 | Pisces 10° – 13°20′ | Libra | Venus | Jha (ఝ) |
| Pada 4 | Pisces 13°20′ – 16°40′ | Scorpio | Mars | Nya (ఞ) |
Naming syllables for Uttara Bhadrapada
A child born in Uttara Bhadrapada is traditionally named with the syllable of the birth pada: Pada 1 – Du (దూ), Pada 2 – Tha (థ), Pada 3 – Jha (ఝ), Pada 4 – Nya (ఞ).
Baby names for Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatraUttara 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.
- Revati — 33/36
- Uttara Ashadha — 30.5/36
- Ardra — 29/36
- Hasta — 29/36
- Shravana — 29/36
- Chitra — 8.5/36
- Dhanishta — 12/36
- Shatabhisha — 15/36
