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Krittika Nakshatra

The Star of Agni • Ruled by Sun

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 26°40' Aries — 10°00' Taurus

Planetary Ruler Sun

Presiding Deity Agni

Symbol Razor, Axe, or Flame

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Dahana Shakti — Power to burn or consume

Purification, sharp intellect, critical analysis, and cutting through illusion.

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

26°40' - 30°00' Aries

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

Pada 2

0°00' - 3°20' Taurus

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

Pada 3

3°20' - 6°40' Taurus

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

Pada 4

6°40' - 10°00' Taurus

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

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