Krittika
कृत्तिका
Krittika — the nakshatra of fire — bestows sharp intellect, cutting clarity, and the power to purify. Governed by Agni and ruled by the Sun, it is associated with nurturing strength and the capacity to both create and destroy.
Ruling Planet
Sun
Deity
Agni
Symbol
Razor / flame / sharp edge
Element
Earth (Taurus) / Fire (Aries)
Guna
Rajas
Degrees
26°40' Aries – 10°00' Taurus
Star
Pleiades star cluster
Animal
Female sheep
Gemstone
Ruby
Name Starting Syllables (Aksharas)
Names beginning with these syllables are traditionally recommended for those born in this Nakshatra.
Personality
Krittika natives are sharp, determined, and deeply principled. They have a piercing intelligence and do not tolerate dishonesty. They are natural leaders who can be demanding, but they lead by example. Like fire, they can warm and illuminate — or burn.
Strengths
- Sharp intellect and clarity
- Strong principles and ethics
- Excellent focus and determination
- Natural authority and leadership
- Ability to nurture and protect
- Courageous and direct
Challenges
- Can be harsh and cutting in speech
- Perfectionist tendencies
- Stubborn and uncompromising
- Prone to anger
- Overly critical of self and others
- Difficulty delegating
Career & Vocation
Love & Relationships
Krittika partners are fiercely loyal and protective. They can be demanding and critical, but their love is genuine and sustaining. They need a partner who appreciates directness and does not wilt under scrutiny.
Compatible Nakshatras
Health
Prone to fevers, eye problems, digestive fire issues, and inflammation. High metabolic rate; they need to eat regularly and avoid excess heat through diet.
Spiritual Path
Krittika's fire is purifying — it burns away impurities, karma, and ego. The connection to Agni (the sacrificial fire) means this nakshatra is deeply connected to Vedic ritual and the transformation that comes through intense practice (tapas).
Deity Mantra
ॐ अग्नये नमः (Om Agnaye Namah)
Gemstone
Ruby (Manik)
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Notable Personalities
Note: birth time accuracy affects Nakshatra calculation. These are traditional attributions and may vary by source.
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