Chitra

Chitra Nakshatra, the 14th Nakshatra in Vedic Astrology, bridges the constellations of Virgo & Libra. It has a span of 23°20′ Virgo to 6°40′ Libra and is constituted by a single star known as Spica (Alpha-Virginis), which is also one of the brightest stars in the sky. The name Chitra means “brilliant” in Sanskrit. It is symbolized by a bright jewel or a shining light.

The ruling deity of Chitra Nakshatra is Vishvakarma, the heavenly architect. This bestows the natives of this star with creative and inventive abilities. The people born under Chitra are essentially attracted and influenced by the physical features and appearances of objects as well as people. Looks and physical beauty hold great importance for them. Chitra natives possess the skills to attract people of the opposite sex and are hence, very popular among groups of the other gender.

The controlling planet of Chitra Nakshatra is Mars. This makes its natives natural leaders. Chitra is continuously in search of harmony and peace. It strives to achieve equilibrium but lack of control often leads to disruptive or addictive activities. People born under Chitra similarly attempt to display a well-balanced personality with unwavering values on the outside, but have chaos and uneasiness in their mind. People born under this star can bear doubt or uncertainty, but at the same time can be highly inspirational and show great understanding of certain matters.

Interests and Careers:

Vedic astrology associates many kinds of professional spheres with this nakshatra as it works under the influence of many different energies at the same time. According to many Vedic astrologers, natives under the influence of this nakshatra can be seen practicing in various professional fields practicing as architects, dealers in gemstones and products made by gemstones, painters, artists, sculptors, fashion designers and other people dealing in fashion industry, photographers, composers, Interior designers, ornament makers and many other kinds of people in many other kinds of professions which are related to creativity on one level or the other. Some Vedic astrologers believe that the natives under the strong influence of mysterious Rahu on this nakshatra can be seen practicing as astrologers, psychics, spiritual people, magicians and other people dealing with the mystery and illusion aspect of nature.

Health Issues:

Citra indicates the forehead and neck. When afflicted natives may experience ulcers, stomach and kidney problems, sunstroke, forehead problems, wounds from insects, skin allergies.

Location – 23.20 Virgo to 6.40 Libra

Ruler – Mars

Symbol – Jewel

Deity – Vishvakarma

Varna – Servant

Alphabets – Pe, Po, Ra, Re