Nakshatra 21/27
Uttara Ashadha (உத்திராடம்) nakshatra
Uttara Ashadha is nakshatra number 21 of 27. Rasi span 26°40' Dhanus - 10°00' Makara; Vimshottari lord Sun. What follows is classical reference - your janma nakshatra is computed from the Lahiri Moon by the engine.
- Rasi span
- 26°40' Dhanus - 10°00' Makara
- Vimshottari lord
- Sun
- Deity (traditional)
- Vishvedevas
- Symbol (traditional)
- Elephant tusk
- Gana
- Manushya gana (traditional)
- Birth syllables
- Traditional birth syllables: Bhe, Bho, Ja, Ji
- Yoni (Animal)
- Male Mongoose
- Rajju
- Nabhi Rajju (Stomach)
- Bird
- Stork / Wild Fowl
- Sacred Tree
- Flame of the Forest (Palaasu Maram)
- Element
- Air (Vayu)
Padas & Navamsa (D9)
Uttara Ashadha bridges Dhanus and Makara. Pada 1 lies in Dhanus (26°40' - 30°00'), while Padas 2, 3, and 4 reside in Makara (0°00' - 10°00'). Padas 1 and 2 achieve Vargottama in Dhanus and Makara respectively.
| Pada | Span | Rasi | Navamsa (D9) | Lord | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 26°40' - 30°00' (தனுசு) | Dhanus (Sagittarius) | Dhanus (Vargottama) | Jupiter | Bhe |
| Pada 2 | 0°00' - 3°20' (மகரம்) | Makara (Capricorn) | Makara (Vargottama) | Saturn | Bho |
| Pada 3 | 3°20' - 6°40' (மகரம்) | Makara (Capricorn) | Kumbha (Aquarius) | Saturn | Ja |
| Pada 4 | 6°40' - 10°00' (மகரம்) | Makara (Capricorn) | Meena (Pushkara Navamsa) | Jupiter | Ji |
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Classical Parihara Temple & Lore
Sri Bhaktajaneswarar Temple
📍 Thirunavalur (near Ulundurpet), Kallakurichi District, Tamil Nadu
Uttara Ashadha is sacred to the Vishwadevas, the ten universal deities embodying virtues such as truth, courage, and righteousness. Sri Bhaktajaneswarar Temple at Thirunavalur (birthplace of Sundarar) is its premier shrine, renowned for bestowing enduring victory and righteous renown.
Traditional characteristics
Uttara Ashadha is ruled by the Sun; traditional Vedic texts emphasize its modest nobility, truthfulness, patience, steadfast duty, and universal goodwill.
The elephant tusk symbol conveys invincible strength, untarnished purity, and unassailable victory attained through noble action.
Uniting Dhanus's expansive vision with Makara's disciplined perseverance produces outstanding statesmen, jurists, administrators, and institution builders.
The above is classical attribution - not an engine-generated personality report.
Compatibility
Compatibility Rules: Uttara Ashadha falls under Nabhi (Navel) Rajju; sharing Nabhi Rajju with Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, or Purva Bhadrapada causes Rajju dosha. Male Mongoose yoni directly clashes with Serpent yoni (Rohini, Mrigashira).
Thirumana porutham uses both partners' janma nakshatras. Read the guide for the method; open the app to run a comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Does Uttara Ashadha belong to Dhanus (Sagittarius) or Makara (Capricorn)?
Uttara Ashadha Pada 1 resides in Dhanus (ruled by Jupiter), whereas Padas 2, 3, and 4 reside in Makara (ruled by Saturn).
Who is the ruler and deity of Uttara Ashadha?
The Vimshottari ruler is the Sun (Surya), and the presiding collective deities are the Vishwadevas.
What is the symbol of Uttara Ashadha and its meaning?
Its symbols are the elephant tusk or planks, representing majestic endurance, steadfast rectitude, and final unshakeable triumph.
What are the Rajju and Yoni for Uttara Ashadha?
Uttara Ashadha belongs to Nabhi (Navel) Rajju, and its yoni is Male Mongoose. In marriage matching, Serpent yoni stars (Rohini, Mrigashira) are classical sworn enemies.
What is the sacred tree and temple for Uttara Ashadha?
Its sacred tree is the Palaasu (Butea monosperma). Sri Bhaktajaneswarar Temple at Thirunavalur in Kallakurichi District is the premier pilgrimage shrine.