Nakshatras/Krittika

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

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