Uttarashada Nakshatra

Uttarashada (ruler Sun) also known as 'Universal Star' spanning from 26°40 in Sagittarius to 10° in Capricorn.This brings us to the summit of our power, support and recognition, not so much through our personal efforts but with the appropriate alliances and support of all gods.

Shape: 4 Stars known as "[Sigma, Tau, Phi, Zeta]"-Sagittari

Symbol: Elephant Tusk.

Deity: Vishwadeva

Body-parts: Thighs and Waist.

Gotra (Celestial lineage): sage Kratu (the inspirer)

Nature: These natives do not trust others easily, introspective, penetrative, workaholic, persistent and good conversationalist.

* This star is unfavorable for Travel.

Quarters (Padas):

1st Pada: Charitable, Righteousness, Confidence and Expansiveness.

2nd Pada: This is Vargottama Pada. Arrogant , Material expression of One's thoughts. Planets here gives nerves of steel.

3rd Pada: Physical prowess, Boasting, Cruel, Team-work .

4th Pada: Philanthropist, Wealthy, Good-Stamina.

Professions: Preachers, Priests, Astrologers, Lawyers, Judges, Psychologists, Explorers, Authority figures of all types, High-class Servants, Security Personnel.

Places: Mountainous Forests, National Parks, Wild-life Sanctuaries, Courts, Colleges, Military bases, Elite Clubs, Sports stadiums.

Mantra: 'Om Bham' (recite 108 times when Moon transit in this star)

Sexual Animal: Mongoose.