Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 12 of 27 -- Deity: Aryaman, Ruler: Sun
Quick Facts
- Number
- 12 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Uttara Phalguni
- Deity
- Aryaman
- Ruling Planet
- Sun (Su)
- Zodiac Range
- 146.67° -- 160.00°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Sun
- Vimshottari Period
- 6 years
- Planet Key
- Su
Four Padas of Uttara Phalguni
Each nakshatra is divided into 4 padas (quarters) of 3°20' each. The pada determines the subtle variation in the nakshatra's energy based on its position within the constellation.
Pada 1
146.67° -- 150.00°
Pada 2
150.00° -- 153.33°
Pada 3
153.33° -- 156.67°
Pada 4
156.67° -- 160.00°
About Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni is the 12th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 146.67° to 160.00° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Uttara Phalguni is Aryaman, and it is ruled by the planet Sun in the Vimshottari dasha system. Natives born under this nakshatra are influenced by the characteristics of both the deity and the ruling planet.
Each pada (quarter) of Uttara Phalguni falls in a different Navamsa sign, giving subtle variations in the expression of this nakshatra's energy. Understanding your birth nakshatra and pada provides deep insight into your personality, strengths, and life path.