Nakshatra 21 of 27 · 26°40' Sagittarius - 10°00' Capricorn
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
Uttarāṣāḍhā
Uttara Ashadha is the twenty-first nakshatra, straddling Sagittarius and Capricorn from 26°40' Sagittarius to 10°00' Capricorn. Its presiding deities are the Vishvedevas, the universal gods (a group of ten deities representing collective divine principles), and its ruling planet is the Sun. Uttara means "later," distinguishing it from Purva Ashadha. The asterism is associated with later victory, durable achievement, and the universal good.
- Ruling planet
- Sun
- Deity
- Vishvedevas (the universal gods)
- Symbol
- An elephant tusk; a planks of a bed
- Rashi
- Sagittarius-Capricorn
- Gana / Yoni / Nadi
- Manushya · Mongoose · Antya
- Caste (varna)
- Kshatriya
Symbolism
The elephant tusk and bed-planks symbolise durable structure and lasting victory. Where Purva Ashadha conquers in the moment, Uttara Ashadha builds what lasts. The Vishvedevas' presence makes the asterism unusually oriented toward the universal benefit rather than personal gain.
Personality of Uttara Ashadha natives
Personality of Uttara Ashadha natives: ethical, ambitious in the long-term sense, principled, hard-working, and unusually patient with success. The Sun rulership gives them dignity; the Vishvedevas' influence gives them concern for collective good. They are often late bloomers who achieve what they aim for after sustained effort.
The four padas
The four padas of Uttara Ashadha fall in Sagittarius-Sagittarius (1st pada, Jupiter on Jupiter in own navamsa, the most dharmic), Capricorn-Capricorn (2nd, Saturn on Saturn in own navamsa, the most disciplined), Capricorn-Aquarius (3rd, Saturn, the most reformist), and Capricorn-Pisces (4th, Jupiter, the most spiritually inclined).
Career inclinations
Career inclinations: government and senior leadership, judiciary, military and defense at strategic level, academia and research with social impact, philanthropy, large-scale entrepreneurship, public administration, religious and ethical leadership, and any vocation where the long-term universal good is the orientation.
Marriage compatibility
Marriage compatibility: Uttara Ashadha's gana is Manushya, yoni is mongoose, nadi is Antya, varna is Kshatriya. Mongoose has no direct yoni-mate (mongoose-snake are natural enemies, mongoose-mongoose pairings rare). Marriages tend to be steady and ethically rooted; the native makes a particularly committed partner once decided.
Classically compatible
- Shravana (Monkey yoni)
- Uttara Bhadrapada (Cow yoni)
- Magha (Rat yoni)
Classically difficult
- Purva Ashadha (Monkey yoni)
- Ashwini (Horse yoni)
Compatibility hints follow standard ashtakoot (yoni, gana, nadi, dina). For a full match score, use the kundali matching tool.
Health themes
Health themes: hip and thigh (Sagittarius), knees and joints (Capricorn), heart (Sun rulership), and Saturn-ruled bone density issues later in life. Generally robust constitution with steady effort.
Spiritual orientation
Spiritually, Uttara Ashadha teaches dharmic ambition: working toward goals that benefit beyond oneself. The Vishvedevas as a collective deity-group emphasise that no individual achievement stands alone. Many notable philanthropists and ethical leaders have a strong Uttara Ashadha emphasis.
Classical sources
BPHS assigns the Sun as Uttara Ashadha's dasha lord. Phaladeepika emphasises the asterism's ethical orientation and durable achievement. Brihat Samhita lists Uttara Ashadha among the dhruva (fixed, stable) nakshatras suitable for foundational and long-term activities.
The dasha lord Sun starts every Uttara Ashadha native's Vimshottari sequence. Read the Sun Mahadasha effects page for what this Mahadasha brings.
Frequently asked questions about Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
What is the ruling planet of Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra?+
The Sun rules Uttara Ashadha. The deities are the Vishvedevas, the universal gods.
What is the difference between Purva and Uttara Ashadha?+
Purva (former) emphasises declarative power and momentary victory; Uttara (later) emphasises durable achievement and the long campaign that shapes history.
Is Uttara Ashadha good for marriage?+
Uttara Ashadha marriages tend to be steady and ethically rooted. The native makes a particularly committed partner once decided. The mongoose yoni is unusual; ashtakoot scoring relies more on other factors here.
What career suits an Uttara Ashadha native?+
Government and senior leadership, judiciary, military and defense at strategic level, academia and research with social impact, philanthropy, large-scale entrepreneurship, public administration, religious and ethical leadership.
When is Uttara Ashadha Mahadasha?+
Uttara Ashadha natives begin life with the Sun Mahadasha (the asterism's ruling planet). The Sun Mahadasha lasts 6 years.
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