Uttara Nakshatra
Star of Patronage - The Latter, The Western One
Sacred Mantra
Telugu
భగస్య ఉత్తరా ఫల్గుణీ దాదంతః పరస్తాత్ రయిమంతో అవస్తాత్
Bhagasya: Bhaga (One of the 12 Adityas, deity of wealth and fortune)
Uttara Phalguni: The latter red one, the western one
Dadantaha: Giving, donating, bestowing
Rayimanto: Wealthy, prosperous, rich
Meaning
"Bhaga's Uttara giving above, wealthy below"
Introduction to Uttara Nakshatra
Basic Information
- Nakshatra Deity: Bhaga (Deity of wealth, fortune, and patronage)
- Symbols: Bed, Cot, Two back legs of a bed
- Kind: Sthira / Dhruva / Fixed
- Facing: Urdhva Mukha (facing upwards)
- Nick Name: Star of Patronage, The Latter, The Western One
Spiritual Attributes
- Foundation Above: Patronage
- Foundation Below: Wealth
- Shakti: Chayani Shakti - Power to give prosperity through union or partnership
- Final Desire: To gain wealth through marriage or partnership
Puranic Stories
Bhaga - The Generous Aditya
- Bhaga is one of the 12 Adityas, known for his generous nature and patronage.
- He bestows wealth and fortune upon devotees through partnerships and alliances.
- Represents the principle of mutual benefit and shared prosperity.
- Governs marriage contracts and business partnerships.
The Marriage Bed
- The bed symbolizes the union of two souls in marriage.
- Represents stability, commitment, and mutual support in relationships.
- Signifies the foundation of a stable household and family life.
- The back legs of the bed represent the support system in partnerships.
Personality Traits
Positive Characteristics
- Excellent at forming beneficial partnerships and alliances
- Generous and supportive nature, willing to help others
- Strong sense of fairness and justice in dealings
- Values stability and long-term commitments
- Natural ability to create wealth through cooperation
Challenges
- May be slow to make decisions, preferring to deliberate
- Can become overly dependent on others for success
- Tendency to become too comfortable and avoid challenges
- May struggle when partnerships fail or end
Life Patterns
- Marriage and partnerships bring significant positive changes
- Success often comes through collaborative efforts
- Financial stability increases after forming key relationships
Symbols and Meanings
Marriage Bed
Represents the union of two souls in marriage.
Symbol of stability, commitment, and mutual support.
Foundation of a stable household and family life.
Back Legs of Bed
Represents the support system in partnerships.
Symbolizes the foundation that holds relationships together.
Indicates the importance of mutual support and cooperation.
Special Degrees and Positions
Yoga Tara
3 degrees (Virgo) - The most auspicious degree in Uttara Nakshatra
Other Special Degrees
- 1: MB for Mercury
- 2: MB for Mars
- 4: MB for Jupiter
- 6: MB for Moon
MB: Mrityu Bhaga
Uttara in Different Houses
Effects of Uttara Nakshatra when placed in different houses
First House
Will inherit a lot of wealth during middle-age to old age but will have a lot of responsibilities since middle age. Check for afflictions, troubles. Some incomplete work by the parents, the native may complete.
Second House
Good inheritance / prosperity. If connected to 8th and afflicted, can affect the eyes.
Third House
May have to settle inheritance issues with siblings, if afflicted. If unafflicted, inheritance is properly distributed among siblings. Also the native's siblings can be prosperous.
Fourth House
Inheritance comes as properties in abundance. Afflictions, show court cases around them.
Fifth House
Prosperous children. Inheritance for children. Afflictions, children fight court cases for inheritance.
Sixth House
Problems in gaining inheritance. Look for afflictions. Unafflicted, will have a prosperous job. Otherwise, may fight diseases and court cases.
Seventh House
Prosperity due to spouse or spouse is prosperous. Afflictions, fights for alimony etc.
Eighth House
Can cause blindness, depending on the association of planets and house lords and afflictions. Well placed and benefic associations, promote prosperity and inheritance.
Ninth House
Inheritance from father or father is prosperous. Fights court cases with father if afflicted. Or father fights cases with somebody else for inheritance.
Tenth House
A very prosperous share allocations in business. Good prosperous job. Prosperity of parents or extended family.
Eleventh House
Prosperous elder siblings and friends. Fights court cases with these people for shares etc.
Twelfth House
Benefics denoted good fortune and money to spend for the native. Malefics show issues around these.