Uttara Ashadha
Sun · The Vishvadevas, universal gods
Uttara Ashadha means 'the later invincible one', continuing where Purva Ashadha's quiet confidence leaves off but adding staying power - victory that lasts. Spanning the boundary of adventurous Sagittarius and disciplined Capricorn, and ruled by the Sun under the collective Vishvadevas, universal gods representing shared human virtues, it favours achievements that endure well beyond the moment of triumph. Uttara Ashadha natives often build reputations and legacies that outlast them, through sustained integrity rather than one-off brilliance.
Significations
- Lasting achievement and victories that stand the test of time
- Integrity and universal, principled values applied consistently
- Leadership recognised widely, often beyond one's immediate circle
- Responsibility taken seriously, with genuine follow-through
- A balance of idealism (Sagittarius) and disciplined execution (Capricorn)
When Strong
- Achievements and reputation that continue to grow rather than fade
- Widely recognised leadership grounded in consistent integrity
- The discipline to see long-term goals through to genuine completion
- Respect earned across different groups, not just one's own circle
When Weak
- Rigid idealism that struggles to compromise on principle
- Slow starts - taking a long time to commit before acting decisively
- Burnout from carrying long-term responsibility without rest
- Difficulty when public reputation and private reality don't match
Remedies
- Mantra:
- Om Suryaya Namah, chanted at sunrise.
- Gemstone:
- Ruby, set in gold, worn on the ring finger.
- Donation:
- Donate wheat or copper items on Sundays, or support a long-term community cause.
- Fasting:
- A Sunday fast, taken with a single simple meal.
An elephant tusk, or a small bed · Sagittarius 26°40' - Capricorn 10°00' · Pada 1: Sagittarius navamsa · Pada 2: Capricorn navamsa · Pada 3: Aquarius navamsa · Pada 4: Pisces navamsa