Nakshatra #3
Krittika Nakshatra
Ruler
Sun
Deity
Agni
Symbol
Razor/flame
Span
26°40' Aries - 10° Taurus
Krittika nakshatra is ruled by the Sun with Agni (fire god) as its deity. It represents purification, sharpness, and the power to burn away impurities. Natives are determined, honest, and possess leadership qualities.
Quality: Purification, sharpness
All 27 Nakshatras
Ashwini
Bharani
Krittika
Rohini
Mrigashira
Ardra
Punarvasu
Pushya
Ashlesha
Magha
Purva Phalguni
Uttara Phalguni
Hasta
Chitra
Swati
Vishakha
Anuradha
Jyeshtha
Moola
Purva Ashadha
Uttara Ashadha
Shravana
Dhanishtha
Shatabhisha
Purva Bhadrapada
Uttara Bhadrapada
Revati
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