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Ambeth Ocampo

★ August 13, 1961 · Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Birth data: AA — Absolutely Accurate
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Moon Sign
Leo
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Sun Sign
Cancer
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Ascendant
Virgo
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Nakshatra
Purva Phalguni
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Jupiter / Saturn / Jupiter · Apr 2026 – Aug 2026
Humanities+Social SciencesWritersLeadership RolesAdministratorLife Path 11Destiny Number 6Soul Number 3Personality Number 3

Ambeth Ocampo's Vedic Astrology at a Glance

Ambeth Ocampo has a Leo Moon sign, Purva Phalguni Nakshatra and a Virgo Ascendant in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart. The sidereal Sun sign is Cancer.

Ambeth Ocampo Birth Details

Date of birthAugust 13, 1961
Birth time8:25 AM
Birth placeManila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Birth data rating
AA — Absolutely Accurate

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What is Ambeth Ocampo's Moon sign?

Ambeth Ocampo's Moon sign is Leo in the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac.

What is Ambeth Ocampo's Nakshatra?

Ambeth Ocampo's Moon Nakshatra is Purva Phalguni, with the Moon in Leo.

What is Ambeth Ocampo's Ascendant?

Ambeth Ocampo's Ascendant (Lagna) is Virgo in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart.

What is Ambeth Ocampo's zodiac sign?

In Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Ambeth Ocampo's Sun sign is Cancer. Western (tropical) astrology uses a different zodiac, so a Western horoscope may show a different sign.

What is Ambeth Ocampo's birth date and birth time?

Ambeth Ocampo was born on August 13, 1961 at 8:25 AM in Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines. The birth data is rated AA (Absolutely Accurate).

Biography

Who is Ambeth Ocampo?

Filipino multi-awarded historian, academic, journalist, and author best known for his writings about Philippines national hero José Rizal and for "Looking Back", his bi-weekly editorial page column in the Philippine Daily Inquirer. He became the chair of the Philippines National Historical Institute in 2002 and of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts in 2005. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Update at: Mar 21, 2026

Ambeth R. Ocampo

Born: August 13, 1961 • Manila, Philippines

Profile

Ambeth R. Ocampo is a prominent Filipino historian, author, journalist and educator. He is known for popularizing Philippine history for a broad audience through books, columns and public lectures. He serves as a professor of history, with notable involvement in public history projects and cultural institutions.

Career highlights

  • Professor of history at Ateneo de Manila University
  • Public columnist and writer focusing on Rizal and Philippine history
  • Author of Rizal Without the Overcoat, a landmark work on Jose Rizal
  • Former Chairman of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP)
  • Frequent participant in history-themed lectures, exhibitions and media programs

News & public activity

  • 2010: Appointed Chairman of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), a role covered by major Philippine media outlets.
  • Continuing presence in public history through writings, lectures, and museum-related programs.

Notable works & recent projects

  • Rizal Without the Overcoat (1990) — a widely cited work that presents Jose Rizal through accessible, humanizing context.
  • Public history initiatives, including lectures, museum exhibits and media appearances focused on Philippine history and culture.
  • Contributions to history education and popular history discourse, helping to make historical topics approachable for a broad audience.

Social media & online presence

  • X (formerly Twitter): @AmbethOCampo
  • Facebook: facebook.com/AmbethOCampo
  • YouTube: youtube.com/@AmbethOCampo

Additional information

Ocampo is widely regarded as a leading voice in public history in the Philippines. He is known for communicating complex historical topics in an engaging way, contributing to public discourse about national heritage and memory.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Ambeth Ocampo's birth chart?

3 FOUND

Ambeth Ocampo's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 2 challenging combinations, including Budhaditya Yoga-Weak.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Ambeth Ocampo running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Ambeth Ocampo is currently in the Jupiter mahadasha, running from Apr 19, 2026 to Aug 21, 2026.

PREVIOUSDec 3, 2025 - Apr 19, 2026
Jupiter / Saturn / Rahu
NOWApr 19, 2026 - Aug 21, 2026
Jupiter / Saturn / Jupiter
NEXTAug 21, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026
Jupiter / Mercury / Mercury
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What do Ambeth Ocampo's numerology numbers say?

Ambeth Ocampo's core numbers are Life Path 11, Destiny 6, Soul Urge 3, Personality 3, Kabbalah Number 4, Birth 4.

∞Life Path
11

Chaldean Life Path 11 is a master vibration of heightened intuition and spiritual sensitivity. It indicates inspired leadership when grounded and practical.

◎Destiny
6

Chaldean Destiny 6 indicates service and harmony as your expression. It supports counseling, teaching, design, healing, and community responsibility.

❖Soul Urge
3

Chaldean Soul 3 desires joy and expression. It seeks creativity, appreciation, and the freedom to share ideas and feelings.

◇Personality
3

Chaldean Personality 3 appears expressive, social, and creative. Others often see charm, optimism, and communication skills.

∞Kabbalah Number
4

Kabbalah Number 4 reflects an inner spiritual code of structure and stability. It supports discipline, grounded effort, and dependable progress.

✦Birth
4

Discover Birth Number 4 in Vedic astrology: key personality traits, career paths, relationships, and remedies to balance life and attract success and prosperity.

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