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Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
उत्तराषाढ़ा नक्षत्र
Today's nakshatra is Ashlesha (at sunrise in New Delhi). Its end time, the tithi and Rahu Kaal are on today's Panchang.
| Number | 21 of 27 |
|---|---|
| Span (sidereal) | 26°40′ Dhanu (Sagittarius) – 10°00′ Makar (Capricorn) |
| Rashi | Dhanu (Sagittarius), Makar (Capricorn) |
| Ruling planet (Vimshottari lord) | Sun 6-year mahadasha |
| Deity | The Vishvedevas (universal gods) |
| Symbol | An elephant tusk |
| Gana | Manushya मनुष्य |
| Yoni (animal) | Mongoose male |
| Nadi | Antya Kapha |
| Varna (from its rashi, as used in Guna Milan) | Kshatriya, Vaishya |
| Name syllables (namakshar) | भे भो जा जी Bhe, Bho, Ja, Ji |
Nature and traits
Uttara Ashadha is ruled by the Vishvedevas, the universal gods, and symbolised by an elephant tusk. Its name means "the later invincible" — the victory that lasts because it was earned honestly. People with the Moon here are often principled, patient, responsible and respected for their integrity. They take the long view and finish what they commit to. Tradition links Uttara Ashadha with righteous leadership, so government, management, law, teaching and social causes suit it well. Its gift is steady, ethical strength; its lesson is to keep a little lightness and warmth alongside the seriousness of duty.
These are traditional tendencies, not verdicts. Your full kundali — ascendant, planets and dasha — gives the personal picture.
The four padas and their name syllables
| Pada | Span | Rashi | Name syllable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26°40′ Dhanu (Sagittarius) – 30°00′ Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | भे Bhe |
| 2 | 0°00′ Makar (Capricorn) – 3°20′ Makar (Capricorn) | Makar (Capricorn) | भो Bho |
| 3 | 3°20′ Makar (Capricorn) – 6°40′ Makar (Capricorn) | Makar (Capricorn) | जा Ja |
| 4 | 6°40′ Makar (Capricorn) – 10°00′ Makar (Capricorn) | Makar (Capricorn) | जी Ji |
Traditionally a child's name begins with the syllable of the pada the Moon occupied at birth (namakshar). Syllables follow the 108-pada Swar Siddhanta list (the Avakahada Chakra) as published by Drik Panchang.
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All 27 nakshatras
- 1. Ashwini
- 2. Bharani
- 3. Krittika
- 4. Rohini
- 5. Mrigashira
- 6. Ardra
- 7. Punarvasu
- 8. Pushya
- 9. Ashlesha
- 10. Magha
- 11. Purva Phalguni
- 12. Uttara Phalguni
- 13. Hasta
- 14. Chitra
- 15. Swati
- 16. Vishakha
- 17. Anuradha
- 18. Jyeshtha
- 19. Mula
- 20. Purva Ashadha
- 21. Uttara Ashadha
- 22. Shravana
- 23. Dhanishta
- 24. Shatabhisha
- 25. Purva Bhadrapada
- 26. Uttara Bhadrapada
- 27. Revati