According to classical texts on Vedic astrology, the deity ruling Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra is Ahirbudhnya, the serpent of the depths. Meditating with the mantra of your moon nakshatra is a powerful way to connect with the symbology of that nakshatra which will have a significant influence over your purpose in this life. Chanting the mantra of your nakshatra can also remedy or strengthen the placement of the moon in your chart. In the video below, we document the sound of a simple nama mantra of Ahirbudhnya:
oṁ ahirbudhnyāya namaḥ
|| ॐ अहिर्बुध्न्याय नमः ||
Listen to the sound and feel it working to transform your life or chant along with the video to meditate with this ancient mantra.
The Sanskrit “Ahirbudhnya” (अहिर्बुध्न्य) can be translated to mean “serpent of the deep”, and refers to one of the eleven Rudra incarnations of Lord Shiva. Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra is connected with themes related to self-control, spiritual growth, priesthood, seclusion, kundalini energy or on the darker side, escapism through addiction to sex or drugs. Uttara Bhadrapada is often considered the star of spiritual warriors. This asterism is symbolized by a hearse.