Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
Nakshatra 21 of 27 · Sagittarius 26°40′ – Capricorn 10°

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra

People born under Uttara Ashadha are principled, patient and responsible people who achieve lasting success.

Ruling PlanetSun
DeityVishvedevas
SpanSagittarius 26°40′ – Capricorn 10°
SymbolElephant's tusk
Gana (Nature)Manushya
Animal (Yoni)Mongoose (male)
MotivationMoksha

About this Nakshatra

Uttara Ashadha is the twenty-first nakshatra, spanning the end of Sagittarius and the start of Capricorn. It is ruled by the Sun and its deities are the Vishvedevas, the universal gods. Its symbol is an elephant's tusk.

Uttara Ashadha means "the later victory". It brings success that lasts, won through patience and doing the right thing.

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra in Detail

Uttara Ashadha is ruled by the Sun. It is also called a "tripada" star because three of its quarters lie in Capricorn while its first quarter lies in Sagittarius. Its deities are the Vishvedevas, the universal gods. Natives of this star are very joyful. They are friendly and fun-loving, and others like their pleasant nature. They are cultured and follow traditions. They are drawn to timeless beliefs and have strong faith in God.

They respect the law and are aware of their responsibilities. They are hopeful and can face any situation in life. They are brave and never hesitate to do any kind of work, even in the worst conditions.

The Uttara Ashadha man has fair skin and a good figure. He likes to keep a low profile and is not flashy. Such natives seem made to lead and to take on big tasks. He is well mannered and does not hurt anyone's feelings. Unfortunately, he can become dependent on others, and this can make him a figure of fun and also of sadness. They do not trust anyone easily and take time to make decisions. He enjoys a good family and married life. He should take care of his eyes and breathing.

Uttara Ashadha women have expressive eyes and lovely smiles. They are often drawn to teaching. Married life may face some problems in the relationship with their husbands, because they can be stubborn and hasty. They find comfort in religion because of their commitment to their beliefs. They should take care of women's health matters. They have kind hearts and wish others well. They are loving but may hurt someone with their words.

Uttara Ashadha women are very optimistic, which makes their future path stronger. They are gifted with intelligence. They may choose careers in science, banking, medicine or religious fields. Their imagination may also lead them into the arts or other creative fields.

Those seeking work abroad are successful, and some get the chance to travel widely. They can impress their superiors and may take part in charitable work. They may inherit family property. Their practical thinking helps them solve difficult problems. They can lose money through carelessness, so they must be careful when filling in forms and signing papers. They may build a new house and marry the partner of their choice.

Nature and Personality

Strengths

  • Cheerful and friendly
  • Principled and responsible
  • Strong faith and respect for tradition
  • Courageous in difficult situations
  • Well-mannered and considerate

Things to work on

  • Taking a long time to trust people
  • Stubbornness
  • Words that can hurt when they are upset

Career and Money

Uttara Ashadha people do well in government, management, teaching, science, banking, medicine and religious work. Many find success abroad or through travel.

Love and Family

They usually enjoy a good family life. Patience and gentle words help avoid misunderstandings with their partner.

Health

They should take care of their eyes and breathing.

These are general tendencies of the birth star. Your full horoscope — planets, houses and dashas — gives a more complete picture. For health concerns, always consult a doctor.
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