Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra पूर्वा भाद्रपदा
Purva Bhadrapada, the twenty-fifth nakshatra, spans Aquarius into Pisces. Ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Aja Ekapada, a fierce form of Rudra, its symbol - a two-faced figure - joins the worldly and the otherworldly.
- Ruling Graha
- Jupiter
- Deity
- Aja Ekapada
- Symbol
- Two-faced figure
- Gana
- Manushya
- Zodiac
- 20°00' Aquarius - 3°20' Pisces
- Nature
- Fierce (Ugra)
Jupiter - the great benefic - the planet of wisdom, growth, fortune and the teacher (guru).
Aja Ekapada - the 'one-footed' fierce serpent-form of Rudra, bridging earth and the beyond.
Personality & traits
Purva Bhadrapada natives are idealistic, intense and unconventional, visionaries drawn to the profound and transformative. Their fervour can become extremism or detachment from the everyday.
Career & profession
Spirituality and philosophy, research into the unknown, transformative and funerary work, and idealistic causes that break convention.
Favorable activities
Its fierce (Ugra) nature suits penance, deep spiritual work and radical undertakings; best avoided for auspicious ceremonies.
Frequently asked questions
What is Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra?
Purva Bhadrapada, the twenty-fifth nakshatra, spans Aquarius into Pisces. Ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Aja Ekapada, a fierce form of Rudra, its symbol - a two-faced figure - joins the worldly and the otherworldly.
Who is the ruling planet of Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra?
The ruling graha of Purva Bhadrapada is Jupiter - the great benefic - the planet of wisdom, growth, fortune and the teacher (guru).
Which deity presides over Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra?
Aja Ekapada presides over Purva Bhadrapada - the 'one-footed' fierce serpent-form of Rudra, bridging earth and the beyond.
What activities are favorable during Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra?
Its fierce (Ugra) nature suits penance, deep spiritual work and radical undertakings; best avoided for auspicious ceremonies.
When is the next Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra in Mumbai, MH?
The next Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra in Mumbai, MH is on 2 August 2026.
Last updated 29 July 2026