Krittika Nakshatra

Krittika nakshatra (Aries 26°40′ – Taurus 10°) is ruled by Sun, with Agni (god of fire) as its presiding deity and razor / flame (the pleiades) as its symbol. Krittika, the Pleiades, is ruled by the Sun and presided over by Agni. Sharp as a flame or razor, natives cut through illusion — direct, purifying and protective. They have a fierce appetite (the 'star of fire that cooks') and a perfectionist's eye, burning away what is impure in themselves and others.

Personality & traits

Krittika, the Pleiades, is ruled by the Sun and presided over by Agni. Sharp as a flame or razor, natives cut through illusion — direct, purifying and protective. They have a fierce appetite (the 'star of fire that cooks') and a perfectionist's eye, burning away what is impure in themselves and others.

Career & profession

Critics, editors, surgeons, military and defence, chefs, metallurgy and engineering — work that demands precision, courage and a willingness to cut away the unnecessary.

Love, marriage & compatibility

Honest to a fault, Krittika natives say what they mean and expect the same. They are protective and devoted partners, though their sharp tongue needs tempering; warmth grows once trust is earned.

Strengths

Sharp intellect and discernment; Courage to confront and protect; Drive toward purity and excellence.

Challenges

A cutting, critical tongue; Impatience with imperfection; A quick temper.

Remedies

Worship Agni and the Sun (Surya Namaskar, Aditya Hridayam); channel the inner fire into discipline, not criticism.

Who is the ruling planet (lord) of Krittika nakshatra?

Krittika nakshatra is ruled by Sun in the Vimshottari dasha system.

What is the deity and symbol of Krittika?

The presiding deity of Krittika is Agni (god of fire) and its symbol is Razor / flame (the Pleiades).

Which rashi (zodiac sign) is Krittika nakshatra in?

Krittika spans Aries 26°40′ – Taurus 10°. Its gana is Rakshasa, nadi Kapha, and yoni Sheep.

What are the name-starting syllables (akshar) for Krittika?

The four padas of Krittika begin with the syllables A, Ee, U, Ea.