Nakshatra 25 of 27
Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra
The birth star of Aja Ekapada. Ruled by Jupiter, symbolized by the lion (male).
Deity
Aja Ekapada
Planetary Lord
Jupiter
Shakti (Power)
Yajamana Udyamana Shakti — power to elevate and raise up
Symbolic Animal
Lion (Male)
Gana (Temperament)
Manushya
Tattva (Element)
Akasha
What is Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra?
Purva Bhadrapada is the 25th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Spanning 13°20′ of the zodiac, it is ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Aja Ekapada. Its symbolic animal, the lion (male), reveals core temperament patterns.
The shakti (power) of Purva Bhadrapada is Yajamana Udyamana Shakti — power to elevate and raise up. This defines the primary karmic theme and life purpose for those born under this star.
As a manushya-gana nakshatra with akasha tattva, Purva Bhadrapada natives expressbalanced, practical, and adaptive nature.
Common questions
What is Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra?
Purva Bhadrapada is the 25th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It spans 13°20′ of the zodiac, is ruled by Jupiter, and presided over by Aja Ekapada. Its symbolic animal is the lion (male).
What are the personality traits of Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra?
As a manushya-gana nakshatra with akasha tattva, Purva Bhadrapada natives express balanced, practical, and adaptive nature. The shakti (power) of Purva Bhadrapada is Yajamana Udyamana Shakti — power to elevate and raise up.
Which deity rules Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra?
Purva Bhadrapada is presided over by Aja Ekapada. The deity shapes the spiritual energy and karmic purpose of those born under this star.