Uttharaphalguni – The Marriage Bed
Uttharaphalguni (26.40 Leo-10.00 Virgo) is ruled by Bhaga, the God of Happiness. It is the 12th asterism and is presided over by the Sun. Uttharaphalguni indicates the desire for union, and organization through the ends achieved by doing so.
Uttharaphalguni identifies with the Hindu month of phalguna, or spring and hence evokes all the characteristics of the season. This nakshatra resembles the back legs of a bed and it translates into ‘the latter, ‘the latter reddish one’ or ‘the latter fig tree’.
Behavioral Characteristics
On an average, the nature of Purvaphalguni applies to Uttharaphalguni as well. To know more, it is best to understand the behavioral patterns of the Sun or the king of the planets. The names that are traditionally given to the Sun, ‘illuminator’, ‘the intense one’, ‘the cruel and the sharp one’, ‘one who bestows prosperity’ are milestones in indicating the functionality of Uttharaphalguni. The Sun is a sattwic planet which refers to its evolutionary aspect. It is the aspect of goodness that is basically helpful, charitable and philanthropic.
The Sun is the only graha that generates light of its own, thus being the most independent of all. This characteristic is embodied by Uttharaphalguni which rather maintains its individuality instead of associating itself with the crowd. Rising above mass consciousness, the benevolent aspect of Uttharaphalguni is compounded with a stern side. It is thus pompous and also despotic. The common warlike qualities shared by the Sun and Uttharaphalguni are fearlessness, aggression, valor and wrath.
Uttharaphalguni is the point of blending of the energies of the Sun and Mercury, and hence the natives are endowed with discrimination and judgmental faculties. Unhesitating in its dealings, Uttharaphalguni assists the native in self-expression and creative pursuits. Other solar traits take in dignity, nobility and even megalomania, in its negative connotation.
Considering the devious aspect of the solar energy, Uttharaphalguni like Mercury is a trickster. In fact, when in the wrong, they may appear perfectly innocent of the error with a calm disposition that often makes the contender think twice. Uttharaphalguni stands for kindness towards friends and represents ‘chayani shakti’ which refers to the power to accumulate and prosper. They are flexible and nimble in appearance.
Quarters or Padas
Pada 1 : Sagittarius Navamsa (26.40–30.00 Leo): This quarter is ruled by Jupiter. It is characterized by ethics, advisory aspect, fortune, material expansion
Pada 2 : Capricorn Navamsa (0.00 Leo-3.20 Virgo): This quarter is ruled by Saturn. It is characterized by organization, material success
Pada 3 : Aquarius Navamsa (3.20-6.40 Virgo): This quarter is ruled by Saturn. It is characterized by intellect, philanthropy, servitude, social responsibility
Pada 4 : Pisces Navamsa (6.40–10.00 Virgo): This quarter is ruled by Jupiter. It is characterized by intellect, wider horizon, spiritual and material success
Gana: Uttharaphalguni is a ‘manushya’/human nakshatra, involved in material affairs, the focus being on friendship, family, culture and society.
Favorable Activities
Beginnings, dealing with people in power, property acquisition, marriage and sexual activity, pledges, rituals, career, paternal actions, tact and diplomatic activities
Unfavorable Activities
Endings, confrontations, retaliation, money lending
Remedies
Uttharaphalguni natives should worship the Sun and chant the Gayatri mantra. They may also peactice chanting the root mantra “Om Chham” and “Om Im” 108 times during the lunar transition of this nakshatra to alleviate afflictions. Wearing red, white and golden colors is also recommended. All important actions should correspond to the course of this constellation for best results.
Miscellaneous
In the words of Varahamihira, the lunar influence gives Uttharaphalguni a knowledge seeking power, which endows them with a comfortable living. Warren Beatty and George Washington are typical Uttharaphalguni natives.
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