Krittika Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 3 of 27 -- Deity: Agni, Ruler: Sun
Quick Facts
- Number
- 3 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Krittika
- Deity
- Agni
- Ruling Planet
- Sun (Su)
- Zodiac Range
- 26.67° -- 40.00°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Sun
- Vimshottari Period
- 6 years
- Planet Key
- Su
Four Padas of Krittika
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
26.67° -- 30.00°
Pada 2
30.00° -- 33.33°
Pada 3
33.33° -- 36.67°
Pada 4
36.67° -- 40.00°
About Krittika Nakshatra
Krittika is the 3rd of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 26.67° to 40.00° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Krittika is Agni, and it is ruled by the planet Sun 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 Krittika 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.