Uttara Bhadra-pada
NakshatraThe Latter Beautiful Feet · Hindu Nakshatra 25
Planetary Ruler
Saturn
Astrological Influence
Uttara Bhadra-pada, meaning 'the Latter Beautiful Feet,' corresponds to Algenib (gamma Pegasi) and shares the couch symbol and presiding deities with its predecessor. Ruled by Saturn, this stable asterism transforms the intense energy of Purva Bhadra-pada into lasting, structured foundations.
Saturn's discipline and the stable classification make this nakshatra ideal for creating permanent structures and enduring commitments.
In the Hindu Nakshatra System
Uttara Bhadra-pada completes the Beautiful Feet pair with Saturn's grounding influence. The Kshattriya caste association and stable classification align it with the structural, foundational work of nation-building. Where Purva Bhadra-pada ignited the fire, Uttara Bhadra-pada builds the hearth to contain it.
Lunar Influence
The Moon in Uttara Bhadra-pada is excellent for coronations, building, planting, and all permanent works. The birth indications are warmly positive: generosity, devotion, wealth, and influential positions.
Vedic Attributes
Symbol
A Couch
Deity / Regent
Aja-Ekapat, the One-footed Goat and Ahi Budhya, the Bottom Snake
Caste
Kshattriya
Asterism Type
Guna
manushya
Body Rulership
Swamps and the knees
Favorable Activities
A stable asterism favourable for coronations, expiatory ceremonies, planting of trees, sowing of seeds, building of towns, and matters of a permanent nature when containing the Moon.
Birth on the Lunar Day
Those born on the lunar day will be generous, devout, rich, and in influential positions.
Moon at Birth in This Nakshatra
With Moon here at birth native will be happy, eloquent, charitable, and possess children and grandchildren.
Equivalent Mansions
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