Nakshatra for Ujjain on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - Uttara Bhadrapada
Today's Nakshatra
Uttara Bhadrapada
Symbol: Back legs of funeral cot, Twins
Element: Water
Begins
6:47 AM
Wed, May 13
Ends
5:47 AM
Thu, May 14
Next Nakshatra
Revati
Begins at Thu, May 14 5:47 AM
✨Daily Influence of Uttara Bhadrapada
When the Moon is in Uttara Bhadrapada, the day brings depth, wisdom, and spiritual stillness. This nakshatra activates your connection to inner depths and hidden truths of consciousness. The atmosphere feels calm, introspective, and aligned with lasting values. People naturally sink deeper into their own being and access profound understanding.
The day feels still, deep, and aligned with the wisdom of time and experience. You naturally turn inward and access the depths of your being and consciousness. There's acceptance of life's deeper mysteries and the stillness beneath all activity. People experience profound wisdom and connection to the eternal dimension of existence.
Favorable Activities
- ✓Meditation and spiritual practice
- ✓Deep psychology and inner work
- ✓Kundalini awakening and energy work
- ✓Studying sacred and mystical texts
- ✓Contemplative prayer and devotion
- ✓Financial planning and wise management
- ✓Building lasting spiritual foundations
- ✓Healing deep emotional wounds
- ✓Connecting with serpent wisdom energy
Caution Areas
- ⚠Avoid impulsive or hasty decisions
- ⚠Not ideal for quick action or rapid changes
- ⚠Be cautious of getting stuck in contemplation
- ⚠Refrain from escapism through fantasy
- ⚠Avoid starting ventures without deep reflection
Spiritual Essence of Uttara Bhadrapada
Uttara Bhadrapada embodies the cosmic principle of grace bestowing prosperity. Those born here carry the accumulated spiritual wisdom of the zodiac. Your soul has direct access to the hidden powers of serpent energy and the depths of consciousness. The twins represent duality reconciled into unity. Saturn's rulership guides you toward wisdom through experience and spiritual maturation.
Quick Facts
Deity
Ahir Budhnya (Serpent of the deep)
Ruler
Shani (Saturn)
Symbol
Back legs of funeral cot, Twins
Element
Water
Quality
Soft/Tender (Mridu)
Range
3°20' - 16°40' Pisces
What is a Nakshatra?
Nakshatra is one of the five essential elements of the Hindu Panchang, alongside Tithi, Yoga, Vara, and Karana. The word Nakshatra comes from Sanskrit — "Naksha" (map) + "Tara" (star) . The Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras in approximately 27.3 days (one sidereal month), spending roughly one day in each.
In Vedic astrology, the Nakshatra in which the Moon is placed at the time of birth (called Janma Nakshatra or birth star) profoundly influences a person's personality, nature, and life path. Each Nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is associated with a ruling deity, a planetary lord, a symbol, and specific qualities that color every day the Moon transits through it.
🌙 Lunar Mansions
The 27 Nakshatras divide the zodiac into equal lunar mansions, each spanning 13°20'. They form the backbone of Vedic muhurta (electional astrology) and are essential for selecting auspicious timing for important events.
⭐ Daily Significance
The Nakshatra active on any given day influences the energy, activities, and auspiciousness of that day. Knowing the current Nakshatra helps in planning ceremonies, travel, business dealings, and spiritual practices.
All 27 Nakshatras
The Moon transits through each of the 27 Nakshatras in sequence. Click any Nakshatra to learn about its significance.
| No. | Nakshatra | Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashwini | Ketu |
| 2 | Bharani | Venus |
| 3 | Krittika | Sun |
| 4 | Rohini | Moon |
| 5 | Mrigashira | Mars |
| 6 | Ardra | Rahu |
| 7 | Punarvasu | Jupiter |
| 8 | Pushya | Saturn |
| 9 | Ashlesha | Mercury |
| 10 | Magha | Ketu |
| 11 | Purva Phalguni | Venus |
| 12 | Uttara Phalguni | Sun |
| 13 | Hasta | Moon |
| 14 | Chitra | Mars |
| 15 | Swati | Rahu |
| 16 | Vishakha | Jupiter |
| 17 | Anuradha | Saturn |
| 18 | Jyeshtha | Mercury |
| 19 | Mula | Ketu |
| 20 | Purva Ashadha | Venus |
| 21 | Uttara Ashadha | Sun |
| 22 | Shravana | Moon |
| 23 | Dhanishta | Mars |
| 24 | Shatabhisha | Rahu |
| 25 | Purva Bhadrapada | Jupiter |
| 26 | Uttara Bhadrapadatoday | Saturn |
| 27 | Revati | Mercury |
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Calculation Methodology
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