Uttara Bhadrapada (The latter scorching one) is the 26th of the 27 nakshatras in Vedic astrology, occupying 3°20' Pisces to 16°40' Pisces on the ecliptic. Its ruling planet is Saturn, its presiding deity is Ahir Budhnya (the serpent of the deep), and its symbol is the back of a funeral cot, twins. In one line, Uttara Bhadrapada is about deep calm, compassion and mystic surrender.
Personality and Nature
Uttara Bhadrapada natives are wise, calm and compassionate, having moved through fire into peace. They are generous, spiritual and quietly strong. With Manushya gana, the temperament is a human temperament balancing ambition with everyday practicality, while the Cow yoni describes its instinctive, animal nature in relationships and drives.
Career and Vocation
Ideal for counselling, charity, spirituality, writing and behind-the-scenes support. The Saturn rulership adds a distinct flavour to how these natives pursue work and success, rewarding fields aligned with the star's essence rather than those that fight against it.
Symbolism and Attributes
- Ruling planet
Saturn - Deity
Ahir Budhnya (the serpent of the deep) - Symbol
Back of a funeral cot, twins - Gana
Manushya - Yoni
Cow - Nadi
Madhya
Strengths and Challenges
Strengths
- Wisdom
- Compassion
- Calm
- Generosity
Challenges
- Withdrawal
- Self-sacrifice
- Detachment
Guidance: Give from fullness, not from an urge to disappear.
Compatibility and Matching
In marriage matching (Ashtakoot Guna Milan), Uttara Bhadrapada's Manushya gana, Cow yoni and Madhya nadi are weighed against the partner's birth star. Same-nadi matches are traditionally avoided (Nadi dosha), while compatible ganas and yonis raise the score. For an exact 36-point reading with your partner, enter both birth details in the free Kundali Milan tool.