The 27 nakshatras · 25/27
Purva Bhadrapada
A burning idealism: intensity, transformation and a fierce inner fire.
- Degrees (sidereal)
- 20°00′ Aquarius – 3°20′ Pisces
- Rashi
- Kumbha (Aquarius) and Meena (Pisces)
- Lord (dasha)
- Jupiter
- Deity
- Aja Ekapada, the one-footed goat, a form of Rudra
- Symbol
- a sword, or the front legs of a funeral cot
- Gana
- Manushya (human)
Purva Bhadrapada, spanning Aquarius and Pisces, is one of the most intense nakshatras. Its deity Aja Ekapada is a fiery, one-footed form of the storm god, and its symbols, a sword and a funeral cot, point to the burning away of attachments. It is about idealism strong enough to transform a life.
The Moon here gives passion, eloquence and deep convictions, often with an interest in the occult, philosophy or social causes. These people can swing between worldly ambition and renunciation, and they are capable of great sacrifice for what they believe in.
Jupiter as lord adds wisdom and generosity. Purva Bhadrapada’s lesson is to let its inner fire light the way without scorching itself or the people around it.
The four padas
Each pada is 3°20′ wide and takes the colour of one navamsa sign.
| Pada | Degrees | Navamsa |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20°00′ Aquarius – 23°20′ Aquarius | Aries |
| 2 | 23°20′ Aquarius – 26°40′ Aquarius | Taurus |
| 3 | 26°40′ Aquarius – 30°00′ Aquarius | Gemini |
| 4 | 0°00′ Pisces – 3°20′ Pisces | Cancer |
When the Moon is next in Purva Bhadrapada
The Moon passes through each nakshatra about once a month and stays about a day. The next times, as of the last update: Times are in UTC.
- Thu, 19 Nov 2026 00:40 → Fri, 20 Nov 2026 01:26
- Wed, 16 Dec 2026 08:32 → Thu, 17 Dec 2026 10:00