⭐कृत्तिका⭐
Krittika
26°40' Aries - 10°00' Taurus
RulerSun
DeityAgni
SymbolRazor/Flame
GanaRakshasa
NatureMixed
GenderFemale
ElementEarth
AnimalFemale Sheep
BirdPeacock
DirectionNorth
Body PartHead/eyes
TreeFig Tree
About Krittika
Krittika is the nakshatra of purification and cutting through illusion, symbolized by a razor or flame. Ruled by Agni, the fire god, it grants sharp intellect, determination, and the power to burn away impurities. Natives are direct, honest, and possess a commanding presence that demands respect.
Characteristics
- ·Sharp intellect and piercing insight
- ·Strong leadership and commanding presence
- ·Direct and honest communication
- ·Purifying and transformative energy
- ·Courageous and determined nature
- ·Critical and discerning temperament
- ·Strong appetite and love of food
- ·Protective of truth and righteousness
Suitable Careers
- ·Military commander or officer
- ·Chef or culinary professional
- ·Spiritual teacher or priest
- ·Fire fighter or safety officer
- ·Surgeon or medical specialist
- ·Critic or editor
- ·Goldsmith or jeweler
- ·Political leader or administrator
Pada Details
Pada 1(Sagittarius)
26°40' - 30°00' Aries
Philosophical, principled, morally driven, expansive vision
Pada 2(Capricorn)
0°00' - 3°20' Taurus
Ambitious, disciplined, practical authority, career-focused
Pada 3(Aquarius)
3°20' - 6°40' Taurus
Humanitarian, innovative, group-oriented, progressive ideals
Pada 4(Pisces)
6°40' - 10°00' Taurus
Intuitive, compassionate, spiritually inclined, artistic sensitivity
Compatible Nakshatras
Remedies
- ·Perform Agni Homa (fire ritual) on Sundays
- ·Donate food grains and ghee to temples
- ·Wear a Ruby gemstone after consulting an astrologer
- ·Chant the Krittika mantra 108 times daily
- ·Light a ghee lamp daily in the prayer room
Mantra
Om Agnaye Namah