IAST: Uttarāṣāḍhā | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Vishwadevas (Universal Cosmic Principles)
Uttara Ashadha is the 21th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Sun and blessed by Vishwadevas (Universal Cosmic Principles), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Vishwadevas (Universal Cosmic Principles)
Sun
Elephant Tusk / Small Cot
Manushya / Sattva
ॐ विश्वेभ्यो देवेभ्यो नमः
ॐ उत्तराषाढा देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Uttarāṣāḍhā Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Uttara Ashadha; may the celestial lunar light illuminate our spiritual path.
Every Nakshatra is segmented into 4 quarters of 3°20' each. Each Pada activates a specific Navamsha rashi and planetary influence:
| Pada | Arc Span | Navamsha Rashi | Navamsha Lord | Auspicious Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 0°00 - 3°20 | Agni Navamsha | Sun/Mars | Chu |
| Pada 2 | 3°20 - 6°40 | Prithvi Navamsha | Venus/Saturn | Che |
| Pada 3 | 6°40 - 10°00 | Vayu Navamsha | Mercury/Venus | Cho |
| Pada 4 | 10°00 - 13°20 | Jala Navamsha | Moon/Jupiter | La |
Chant the canonical hymns dedicated to the cosmic rulers of the Nakshatras.
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Sun and consecrated by Vishwadevas (Universal Cosmic Principles), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ विश्वेभ्यो देवेभ्यो नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
