Nakshatra 03

Krittika

"The cutters or one who cuts"

Razor/Flame

Agni (Fire God)

Sun

The nakshatra of purification, cutting through illusions, and nurturing.

Cosmic Data

Translation"The Cutter"

SymbolRazor/Flame

AnimalFemale Sheep

DeityAgni (Fire God)

PlanetSun

Ruling DeityShiva

Krittika natives possess sharp intellect and the ability to cut through deception. They are nurturing yet fierce, combining motherly care with warrior energy.

Strengths

Sharp intellect
Protective
Nurturing
Courageous
Purifying
Direct

Shadows

Critical
Aggressive
Impatient
Stubborn
Overly protective

The Four Padas

Pada 1

Sagittarius

Jupiter ruled, philosophical and expansive

Military StrategistProfessorLawyerPhilosopher

Pada 2

Capricorn

Saturn ruled, disciplined and ambitious

Government OfficialMining EngineerAdministratorChef

Pada 3

Aquarius

Saturn ruled, humanitarian and innovative

Social ActivistTech InnovatorElectrical EngineerAstrologer

Pada 4

Pisces

Jupiter ruled, spiritual and compassionate

Spiritual HealerMarine EngineerFisheryArtist