Symbol
Razor or flameThe emblem classical texts give it NAKSHATRA GUIDE · 3 OF 27
Krittika Nakshatra
Ruled by Sun · presided by Agni (fire god) · symbol: Razor or flame
Deity
Agni (fire god)Presiding devataLord
SunVimshottari dasha ruler — sets the first dashaSpan
26.67°–40.00°Sidereal zodiac arc, four padasMEANING
Born under Krittika
Krittika grants sharpness of mind, purification and leadership. You cut through confusion with courage and a fiery sense of purpose.
IN THE ZODIAC
Krittika sits inside
Its 13°20′ arc crosses two rashis — which is why the same nakshatra can colour two different Moon signs.
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