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Chitra Nakshatra

The Star of Vishwakarma • Ruled by Mars

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 23°20' Virgo — 6°40' Libra

Planetary Ruler Mars

Presiding Deity Vishwakarma

Symbol Bright Jewel or Pearl

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Punya Chayani Shakti — Power to accumulate merit or beauty

Aesthetics, creation, architecture, craftsmanship, brilliance, and illusion (Maya).

The Four Padas (Quarters)

Each Nakshatra is divided into four equal parts of 3°20', known as Padas. These determine the elemental alignment (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha) and the placement in the Navamsha (D9) chart.

Pada 1

23°20' - 26°40' Virgo

Aligns with Dharma (Duty & Identity). Highly spiritual and creative impulse.

Pada 2

26°40' - 30°00' Virgo

Aligns with Artha (Wealth & Security). Practical, grounded, and productive energy.

Pada 3

0°00' - 3°20' Libra

Aligns with Kama (Desire & Relationships). Intellectual, communicative, and artistic exploration.

Pada 4

3°20' - 6°40' Libra

Aligns with Moksha (Liberation & Healing). Deeply intuitive, emotional, and transformative qualities.

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