The third Nakshatra in Vedic astrology, Krittika can be seen as a cluster of seven stars known as the Pleiades. Krittika, belongs in the Aries as well as Taurus signs.
Krittika means ‘the cutter’ and is represented by the symbol of a razor or a sharp object. For this reason, this star displays the nature of both creative as well as destructive capabilities.
The presiding deity is Agni, the god of fire, and the ruling planet is the Sun, the epitome of fire. Krittika is thus, sometimes symbolized with fire as well. The influence of razor sharp & fiery features make Krittika a star with vivid and blazing instincts. Natives born under this star possess aggressive & fire-like vibrant characteristics. Krittika natives are spirits burning in the eagerness to gain new experiences and are always seeking new adventures. They love indulging in physical activities and are more inclined towards an energetic or active mode of life.
Another interesting quality of this star is the one that is mostly hidden and never on public display. Krittika natives are very nurturing and helpful at heart. However, they like to keep this side hidden and is not a part of their tough public persona. People born in Krittika Nakshatra often pursue teaching professions. They are sharp-witted and seek perfection in whatever they do. This star signifies courage and purification at the highest level.
Krittika also takes many of its qualities from its planetary ruler Sun. The influence of the Sun on Krittika makes this nakshatra active and energetic, powerful and independent, magnificent and majestic like the Sun and at the same time the Sun imparts qualities like piercing intelligence and deep insight to this nakshatra. Natives under the strong influence of Krittika are very straight forward with their approach just like a sharp knife or the burning Sun and they do not like to beat about bush but rather say what they want to say in a straight forward way. Krittika’s ability to bless the natives under its strong influence with sharp intelligence, deep insight into most of the matters and straight forward communication skills produces very good critics as all of the above mentioned qualities are essential for being good critics. Natives under the strong influence of Krittika can be seen successful in professions like, critics, judges, lawyers and other such professions, all professions related to military and paramilitary forces, police forces, all professions which make use of sharp edged instruments like surgeons, tailors, barbers and other such professionals, all professions which make use of fire like fire fighters, all kinds of cooks and chefs, goldsmiths, jewelers and other such professions.
Interests and Careers:
- Spiritual teaching and advising
- Politics
- Military careers
- Intelligence, brilliance, charisma, genius
- Theater, center-stage roles
- Music, dance, singing
- Modeling and fashion design
- Gambling and gamesmanship
- Speculative ventures
- Building contractors
- Courtly admirers and entitlements
Health Issues:
Krittika is indicative of the hips, loins, the upper, and the back portions of the head.
Krittika health problems include neck aches, throat soreness, headaches, fevers, and malaria.
Ficus racemosa (or the Cluster fig tree) is sacred to Krittika.
Location – 26.40 Aries to 10.00 Taurus
Ruler – Sun
Symbol – Razor
Deity – Agni
Varna – Priest
Alphabets – Aa, Ee, Oo, Ay
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