Krittika
Sharpness, purification, firmness.
At a glance
| Vimshottari lord | Sun |
|---|---|
| Deity | Agni |
| Symbol | razor or flame |
| Position in the zodiac | From 26°40′ Mesha to 10°00′ Vrishabha |
| Vimshottari years | 6 years |
Traditional keywords
Sharpness, purification, firmness.
Traditional keywords for study. They describe classical attributions and are not predictions about a person.
Padas (quarters)
- Pada 1: 26°40′ Mesha – 0°00′ Vrishabha
- Pada 2: 0°00′ Vrishabha – 3°20′ Vrishabha
- Pada 3: 3°20′ Vrishabha – 6°40′ Vrishabha
- Pada 4: 6°40′ Vrishabha – 10°00′ Vrishabha
Neighbouring nakshatras
Other nakshatras with the same Vimshottari lord
Questions and answers
Who is the Vimshottari lord of Krittika?
Krittika is ruled by Sun in the Vimshottari system (6 years).
Where does Krittika lie in the zodiac?
Krittika lies From 26°40′ Mesha to 10°00′ Vrishabha.
Which nakshatra comes before and after Krittika?
Before it is Bharani and after it is Rohini.
See it in a chart
The Moon's nakshatra at birth sets the starting lord of your dasha. Use the dasha tool to see the full timeline. Vimshottari dasha.
Classical attributions as given in standard Jyotish texts such as Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra. [Exact chapter to be confirmed before publication.]