Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra Mythology & Secrets in Vedic Astrology      

            पूर्वभाद्रपदा नक्षत्रं देवी नृत्यप्रियायुता।
             अपां तनुजा सौभाग्यं प्रददाति विजयप्रदा॥

        Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra, adorned with the love of dance,
      The daughter of the Waters, bestows good fortune and grants victory.

RANGE: 20° 00’ Aquarius - 03° 20’

RULING PLANET: Jupiter

SYMBOL: Crossed Swords

DIRECTION: West

ELEMENT: Ether

ORIENTATION: Facing downwards

QUALITY: Fierce and Severe

COLOUR: Silver Grey              

The meaning of Purva Bhadra Pada is ‘The First blessed Foot.’ The deity of this nakshatra is ekapada. It is an unborn one-legged goat in the form of Rudra and is the ancient fire dragon. It is considered as the mount of Lord Agni. Ekapada is the ancient fire dragon who is related to Rudra the god of storms. The sacred animal associated with this nakshatra is the male lion. Once a demon named Hiranyaksha would be killed by Lord Vishnu. This brother attained a boon from Bramha that he will neither be killed in the morning or night and cannot be killed by a man or animal. Hiranyaksha declared himself as God and asked everyone to not chant the name of God. His son Prahlada being a Vishnu devotee refused to do so. Once Hiranyaksha showed a pillar to his son Prahlada and asked if Vishnu was there. His son replied yes. Furious due to this answer he took a knife and cut the pillar. Narasimha who is an avatar of Lord Vishnu jumped out of the pillar and killed him. He was half man and half lion.

Natives under this nakshatra are well-spoken and liked by others. They love eating. Due to the influence of planet Jupiter such natives are blessed with knowledge and wisdom. These natives can cut relations and attachments if they feel necessary. Generally, they are good at managing their money. These natives have difficulty being in the present state. They either always look back on their past or they look at their future. It is difficult for them to be in the present moment. Purva Bhadrapada natives have difficulty controlling their anger and are always looking forward to negative outcomes in life. The symbol of Purva Bhadrapada is a pair of swords. This gives the ability of these natives to cut through the negativities in their life. It also gives an indication of the fighting spirit of this nakshatra. These natives can fight for the truth. AN alternate symbol for the nakshatra of Purva Bhadrapada is a two-faced man. This indicates that natives under the nakshatra of Purva Bhadrapada can have two different views towards life. This can also suggest that they can see two aspects of life such as life and death.

The four Quarters or Padas of Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra 1st Pada (20°00' to 23°20' Aquarius, ruled by Jupiter):

The first pada of Purva Bhadrapada is influenced by Jupiter, adding wisdom, expansiveness, and a strong sense of morality to this Nakshatra. Individuals born in this pada are philosophical, idealistic, and have a deep interest in spiritual matters. They possess a natural inclination to seek higher knowledge and may engage in religious or philosophical pursuits. They have a compassionate nature and are often involved in humanitarian activities.

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra 2nd Pada (23°20' to 26°40' Aquarius, ruled by Saturn):

The second pada of Purva Bhadrapada is governed by Saturn, bringing discipline, determination, and a practical approach to this Nakshatra. People born in this pada are hardworking, responsible, and have a strong sense of duty. They are focused on achieving their goals and may exhibit a disciplined lifestyle. They possess good organizational skills and can navigate through challenges with resilience. They may have a serious demeanour but also possess deep inner strength.

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra 3rd Pada (26°40' to 0°00' Pisces, ruled by Saturn):

The third pada of Purva Bhadrapada is influenced by Saturn, adding perseverance, introspection, and a spiritual inclination to this Nakshatra. Individuals born in this pada are introspective, intuitive, and possess a deep understanding of the mysteries of life. They are inclined towards meditation, spiritual practices, and inner growth. They have a deep connection with their subconscious mind and may exhibit psychic or intuitive abilities. They seek profound experiences and may have a unique perspective on life.

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra 4th Pada (0°00' to 3°20' Pisces, ruled by Venus):

The fourth pada of Purva Bhadrapada is ruled by Venus, bringing beauty, artistic talent, and a love for harmony to this Nakshatra. People born in this pada have a refined aesthetic sense and appreciate art, music, and culture. They possess creative abilities and may excel in artistic pursuits. They have a diplomatic nature and can establish harmonious connections with others. They value balance and harmony in their personal and professional lives.