Nakshatra 3/27
Krittika (கார்த்திகை) nakshatra
Krittika is nakshatra number 3 of 27. Rasi span 26°40' Mesha - 10°00' Rishabha; Vimshottari lord Sun. What follows is classical reference - your janma nakshatra is computed from the Lahiri Moon by the engine.
- Rasi span
- 26°40' Mesha - 10°00' Rishabha
- Vimshottari lord
- Sun
- Deity (traditional)
- Agni
- Symbol (traditional)
- Razor / flame
- Gana
- Rakshasa gana (traditional)
- Birth syllables
- Traditional birth syllables: A, I, U, E
- Yoni (Animal)
- Sheep / Goat (Female)
- Rajju
- Nabhi Rajju (Navel)
- Bird
- Peacock
- Sacred Tree
- Cluster Fig (Aththi)
- Element
- Earth (Prithvi)
Padas & Navamsa (D9)
Krittika bridges two zodiac signs: Pada 1 is in Mesha (Aries), while Padas 2, 3, and 4 reside in Rishabha (Taurus).
| Pada | Span | Rasi | Navamsa (D9) | Lord | Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 26°40' - 30°00' (மேஷம்) | Mesha (Aries) | Dhanus (Pushkara Navamsa) | Jupiter | A |
| Pada 2 | 0°00' - 3°20' (ரிஷபம்) | Rishabha (Taurus) | Makara (Capricorn) | Saturn | I |
| Pada 3 | 3°20' - 6°40' (ரிஷபம்) | Rishabha (Taurus) | Kumbha (Aquarius) | Saturn | U |
| Pada 4 | 6°40' - 10°00' (ரிஷபம்) | Rishabha (Taurus) | Meena (Pushkara Navamsa) | Jupiter | E |
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Classical Parihara Temple & Lore
Sri Arunachaleswarar Temple / Swamimalai Murugan Temple
📍 Tiruvannamalai & Swamimalai, Tamil Nadu
Governed by the Sun and Agni, Krittika shares an eternal bond with Lord Murugan. Worshipping at the Agni sthalam Tiruvannamalai and the Six Arupadaiveedu shrines brings spiritual purification, vitality, and career elevation.
Traditional characteristics
Krittika embodies cutting intellect, radiant charisma, and natural administrative authority. Like its symbol of the flame and razor, it cuts through ambiguity to reveal core truths.
Career lore highlights leadership in government service, military commands, metallurgical engineering, culinary mastery, executive management, and academic institutions.
Pada 1 in Mesha pairs Mars with the Sun for dynamic enterprise and courage. Padas 2–4 in Rishabha balance solar drive with Venusian stability, aesthetic taste, and wealth generation.
Tempering occasional fiery impatience through disciplined focus and regular devotion to Lord Muruga transforms raw passion into lasting spiritual and worldly success.
The above is classical attribution - not an engine-generated personality report.
Compatibility
Krittika belongs to Rakshasa gana. Yoni rules caution against Monkey yoni (Shravana, Purva Ashadha). Stars sharing Nabhi rajju fail traditional Rajju porutham in marriage matching.
Thirumana porutham uses both partners' janma nakshatras. Read the guide for the method; open the app to run a comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Which rasi does Krittika nakshatra belong to?
Krittika spans two rasis: Pada 1 is in Mesha (26°40' to 30°00'), while Padas 2, 3, and 4 are in Rishabha (0°00' to 10°00').
Who is the ruling planet and deity of Krittika?
The Vimshottari ruler is the Sun (Surya). Its presiding deities are Agni (Fire deity) and Lord Muruga (Karthikeya).
What is the lucky gemstone and sacred tree for Krittika?
The planetary gemstone is Ruby (Manikkam), representing the Sun. Its sacred tree is the Cluster Fig (Aththi).
What is the prime parihara temple for Krittika?
Tiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple and the Six Arupadaiveedu shrines of Lord Muruga are the classical worship destinations.