Chitra Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 14 of 27 -- Deity: Tvashtar, Ruler: Mars
Quick Facts
- Number
- 14 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Chitra
- Deity
- Tvashtar
- Ruling Planet
- Mars (Ma)
- Zodiac Range
- 173.33° -- 186.67°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Mars
- Vimshottari Period
- 7 years
- Planet Key
- Ma
Four Padas of Chitra
Each nakshatra is divided into 4 padas (quarters) of 3°20' each. The pada determines the subtle variation in the nakshatra's energy based on its position within the constellation.
Pada 1
173.33° -- 176.67°
Pada 2
176.67° -- 180.00°
Pada 3
180.00° -- 183.33°
Pada 4
183.33° -- 186.67°
About Chitra Nakshatra
Chitra is the 14th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 173.33° to 186.67° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Chitra is Tvashtar, and it is ruled by the planet Mars in the Vimshottari dasha system. Natives born under this nakshatra are influenced by the characteristics of both the deity and the ruling planet.
Each pada (quarter) of Chitra falls in a different Navamsa sign, giving subtle variations in the expression of this nakshatra's energy. Understanding your birth nakshatra and pada provides deep insight into your personality, strengths, and life path.