Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra

Uttara Ashadha, the 'later invincible,' represents the power of permanent, righteous victory. Unlike Purva Ashadha's feeling of invincibility, Uttara Ashadha earns victory through dharma. Ruled by the Vishvadevas - ten universal deities - it grants all-around excellence. This is called the 'universal star' because its natives can succeed in any field. Lord Ganesha was born under this nakshatra. The spiritual path involves using success to establish dharma rather than personal glory. The ultimate victory (jaya) is over ignorance (avidya) - this is the meaning of the mongoose symbol, which conquers the serpent of illusion.