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Krittika - The One Who Cuts

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Krittika

Krittika Nakshatra is the 3rd star in the Zodiac. It extends from 26.4 deg Aries to 10 deg of Taurus. The star is named after the Lord Karthikeya, Son of Lord Shiva. Lord Karthikeya is also the commander of the God.

In Hindu Puranic reference and when the demon Taraka was destroying the world and creating tremendous problems for all creatures and the gods. To defeat demon Taraka, all the gods united and got a seed from Lord Shiva and Shakti, the seed was thus cast in fire and protected by blue water. The Krittika (six nurses of Karthikeya) were requested to nourish it in their womb. Since six women came to feed him, he split (“Krittika”) into six forms to nurse from each mother simultaneously. He is known as Karthikeya because he was nursed by the Krittika. Karthikeya was thereby born and on the seventh day after his birth killed the mighty demon Taraka and thereby relieved the gods from the demons.

This star is also the name of its goddess-personification, who is a daughter of Daksha and Panchajani, and thus a half-sister to Khyati. Spouse of Krittika is Chandra (“moon”).

In few of Hindu scriptures, the seven stars of the Big Dipper represent the seven sages. The six main stars of the Pleiades are their six divorced wives — unfortunate goddesses. The seventh wife, Arundhati remains near her husband Vashistha as the star Alcor very close to Mizar.

Krittika is also known as the “Star of Fire” and is related to a commander, fighter, foster mother and glow of power, physical and creative force. Krittika being a female nakshatra suggests passivity, indicating that Krittika needs outer energy or life circumstance to activate their power.
In ancient Mesopotamia they were simply known in Sumerian as MUL.MUL (𒀯𒀯) and people of Mexico knew them as “Seed Stars”. In ancient Persian religions, the Pleiades is primarily known as Parvin pronounced Parveen. It too is a common given name of Iranians, Afghanis and some Pakistanis.

In Greek mythology, the stars of Pleiades represented the Seven Sisters. Several of the most prominent male Olympian gods (including Zeus, Poseidon, and Ares) engaged in affairs with the seven heavenly sisters. These relationships resulted in the birth of their children.
Interesting fact is Vedic astronomers calculated that Pleiades was rising star at the horizon around 2950 BCE that helps to give date during the Satapata Brahmana.

However, this is also true in three below cases: The Shatapatha Brahmana mentions that the Krittika (the Pleiades) “do not swerve from the east”. This would have been the case with precision at 2950 BCE and was true also about 2000 BCE but was still true to within 8–13 degrees (viz., East by north) around the 8th to 6th centuries BCE, the assumed date of the text’s composition.

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The third constellation, sign is ruled by Mars for one fourth part and rest by Venus. Star is governed by Sun.

Symbol: A sharp knife or razor
Meaning: One who is cutting or the cutter women
Deity: Agni, the fire god
Location: 26.00 Aries to 10.00 Taurus
Stars: Pleiades
Lord: Sun
Varna (Caste): Brahmin (Priest)
Guna (Quality): Rajasic (Activity)
Gana (Nature): Rakshasa (Demonic)
Yoni (Sexual Type): Sheep
Alphabets: Aa as in Arden, Ee as in Eagle, Oo as in Uzbekistan, Ay as in Elliot

Part of the body: Face, neck, larynx, tonsils, lower jaw.

Diseases: Sharp fever, cerebral meningitis, brain fever, fire accident, pimples, reddish eye, throat troubles, swelling in neck and polypus of the nose.

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Krittika “the one who cuts” 26.40 Aries to 10.00 Taurus
Symbol: a knife or a razor
Deity: Agni, god of fire
Stars: The Pleiades (the “Weeping Sisters”). Alcyone, one of the six Pleiades, is the star of sorrow, success and prominence.
Algol is one of the most violent and evil stars. It deals with decapitation or symbolically losing your head.
Mythology: Karttikeya, a powerful warrior, was born in the Pleiades. He was nursed by the six sisters (the “weeping sisters”) who were falsely accused of infidelity by their spouses.
Indications: The “star of fire” is sharp, piercing and penetrating. These people have a cutting wit and critical sarcasm. They are passionate crusaders, proud, ambitious and determined. Like the nursemaids who nurtured and protected Karttikeya, there is a protective influence, and these people seem to adopt and care for children not their own. Their need to protect reveals the warrior. They are stubborn, aggressive and can be very angry. This nakshatra rules war, battles, and disputes. Since Agni is the ruling deity, these people have fast metabolisms and good digestion, and are usually excellent cooks. They have frequent ups and downs in life with passions that can lead to illicit sexual affairs. They are larger than life and can rise to places of fame and prominence.

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Krittika Nakshatra in Astrology

Krittika Nakshatra :Range 26° 40’ Aries to 10° 00’ Degree Taurus)
Ruling Planet: Sun
Deity: Agni, God of fire.
Symbol: flame or razor.
Gana (nature): Rakshasa (demon)
Animal symbol: Female sheep.
Sounds: Aa,Ee,u,aye.
PriMary motivation: kama, desire.

Krittika Nakshatra comes under the domain of planet Mars and Venus (Aries and Taurus) and ruled by planet Sun. The 1st pada (3° 20’) is in Aries with remaining 10° 00’ in Taurus). Krittika Nakshatra is the third Nakshatra called ‘’The star of Fire’’. The astronomical location of this lunar mansion is in the seven brightest star of the cluster of pleiades constellation form the Nakshatra Krittika. The Alcyone star is considered most beautiful and brightest star residing in the upper torso of the Bull. It represents the Dahana Shakti, the power to burn or to cut away negativity to get to the deepest truth. Krittika is ruled by Agni, the God of Fire. It has the power to burn (dahana shakti). The primordial flame is the primary symbol of this Nakshatra, representing the purification by the sacred fire (yagna). When we eat food it get digested by the stomach and goes to the brain and what we ate our mind act according to that. The power of Krittika Nakshatra is to burn our bad karma through home (fire) rituals. Fire is the stomach of this universe and every seed connected with a planets. Our bad karma connected with planets, and when we throw seed into the fire it get burn into the fire and go's into the sky and purify our conscious. Krittika Nakshatra burns up negativity, purifies our mind. Fire is the most purifying substance known.

The ruling planet is Sun with the Agni, the God of Fire as the residing deity. The shakti of this lunar mansion is ‘the power to burn away the negativity to get to the truth”. Krittika is also a transformative Nakshatra. Krittika denotes capability to give a desired change in a form by burning out all the impurities of life or the wrongs and give birth to purity, morality and virtues. The Moon is exalted in this powerful Nakshatra at 3° of Taurus in this constellation. The other symbol for this asterism is a razor reflecting the cutting activity of this Nakshatra which can heal or destroy. Kritika is considered the Nakshatra where power is born. Krittika people are fiery, courageous and able to cut away the unnecessary to achieve their goals. They like to be highly ambitious and self-motivated. Logical, doubting mind, creative ability, enthusiastic, and brave are their typical traits. The first 3`20” of Kirtika falls in Aries, which brings in aspirations for radical changes in personal and social life. The remaining 10° 00’ of this constellation falls in Taurus giving gifts of fine arts, beauty, elegance and fashionable dress.

The shadow side of this Lunar mansions is having a cutting like quality. It has a rakshasa or demon nature with a primary motivation of kama or desire. Agni is the symbol of brightness and brilliance and all weapons with fire-power. And other things of this same category come within the range of Krittika group. This Nakshatra rules war, battles, and disputes with weapons. People with this Nakshatra have a cutting wit and can be sarcastic and critical. They are stubborn, aggressive and can be very angry. Those born under Krittika Nakshatra have strained relations with relatives and friends. However, these persons are gluttons, fond of foods, fond of opposite sex, misers, and worrisome nature destructive tendencies, a passive-aggressive personality, May have illicit affairs and attraction to others mates. The lesson of this Nakshatra is discipline over one’s desire nature and finding pleasurable activities that are truly healing and revitalizing.

Krittika Nakshatra Pada 1: Falls in Sagittarius Navamsa and is ruled by planet Jupiter. This pada is a highly moralistic and altruistic which connects it to one type of military pursuit or the other. The person has strong willpower, strength and stamina.

Krittika Nakshatra Pada 2: Falls in Capricorn Navamsa ruled by planet Saturn. This pada relates to the strong sense of ethics but its vision is more material rather than mental or spiritual. Even its spirituality is expressed through matter.

Krittika Nakshatra Pada 3: Falls in Aquarius Navamsa ruled by planet Saturn. This is also a humanitarian and altruistic pada. It combines futuristic visions and ancient knowledge on a weave of fixed principles. This pada promotes all types of learning and can thus be called the University of the Zodiac.

Krittika Nakshatra Pada 4: Falls in Navamsa Pisces ruled by planet Jupiter. This pada has the ability to manifest its deep sensitivity on a material plane. It promotes group work of all types in a joyful, more creative under group situations in benevolent way.

Ascendant in Krittika Nakshatra: Dignified, proud, honorable, ambitious, skillful, wealthy, truthful, honest, wavering mind at times.

Sun in Krittika Nakshatra: Spiritual warrior, disciplined, leadership, power over the masses, issues with authority figures, need for seclusion, solitude, gift in music, dance and drama, angry temperament, destructive.

Moon in Krittika Nakshatra: Brilliant appearance, peaceful nature, famous, good adviser, strong willed, determined, intelligent, artistic, and have loved by mother.

Mars in Krittika Nakshatra: Independent, have good fighting ability, expert in handling weapons or explosives, romantic, high sex drive, easily excited, desirous, and May have jealous nature.

Mercury in Krittika Nakshatra: Learned and an expert in various religious scriptures May be a successful businessman, May also become a social advocate or philanthropist.

Jupiter in Krittika Nakshatra: Brilliant mystic, seer, and spiritual teacher, Have interest in historical literature, famous, wealthy, noble, truthful, and well educated, and May have servants and vehicles.

Venus in Krittika Nakshatra: Have magnetic personality who is interested in music, fashion, apparel, beauty industries, and other fine arts. The person has a beautiful body and eyes, which will make him attractive to others.

Saturn in Krittika Nakshatra: Impatient, May be work in an agricultural profession, May Marry an older woman while also having multiple affairs.

Rahu in Krittika Nakshatra: Rahu is an enemy of the Sun and has the capacity to eclipse it when placed in Krittika. This can mean a struggle with darker forces before you find the true light. Rahu in Krittika is in its exalted sign of Taurus and can use its power for the best of purposes. Rahu in Krittika can be either constructive or destructive.

Ketu in Krittika Nakshatra: Ketu placed in Krittika will feel uncomfortable with its inherent materialism, seeing this as the result of wrong choices made in previous lives. The challenge of this axis is to create positive results from past life or childhood experiences.

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KRITTIKA NAKSHATRA: A COMPLETE GUIDE
Vrindavani Briant
Nov. 8, 2019

Overview
Every nakshatra has its own set of fixed attributes. This includes planetary ruler, nakshatra group, zodiac sign, deity, symbol, and power. The features of Krittika are below:

Sanskrit Name: कृत्तिका (Krittika) comes from the Sanskrit word कृत्त (to cut). One meaning of Krittika is “the cutter,” indicating perceptivity, power, and a discerning nature.

Planetary Ruler: Sun. In astrology the sun is considered the king of the planets. According to the Vedic understanding, the sun is an expansion of God. This planet is associated with the soul or self, leadership, happiness, success, self-realization, and spiritual enlightenment.

Nakshatra Group: Monstrous. Nakshatras are divided into three classes — monsters, humans, and gods. Krittika is a monstrous nakshatra. People in this group are generally intuitive, strong-willed, and assertive. They may be prone to anger and violence.

Zodiac Sign: Aries (first quarter) and Taurus (second through fourth quarters). Arians are loyal, intelligent, confident, competitive, and make natural leaders. Taurus natives are light-hearted, reliable, generous, likeable, obedient, and fond of sensual pleasures.

Deity: Agni. The lord of fire, Agni, is considered to be the mouth of the gods. In Vedic tradition, offerings to the gods are often made through sacred fire. Agni is also associated with transformation and purification.

Symbol: Knife or flame. This represents Krittika’s ability to burn, cut, or otherwise sever ties with negativity. It also represents some degree of ferocity and can be dangerous if misused.

Power: To burn or consume in order to purify. Just as fire burns away impurities, so does Krittika. Negative elements are burned away in order to reach a deeper truth. Krittika bestows a discerning nature and also gives light, warmth, and nourishment.

Resonant Syllables: In India, the birth nakshatra is traditionally used as one means of choosing the name of a child. The corresponding syllables for the four quarters (padas) of Krittika are A (अ), I (ई), U (उ), and E (ए). The syllable of a person’s first name is sometimes used when calculating an astrological chart if the time of birth is unknown.

Strengths
Krittikas are very intelligent, and their intelligence manifests especially in their ability to see straight to the heart of the matter. Straightforward individuals who are unlikely to beat around the bush, they may be described as discerning and penetrating.

Others look up to Krittikas as natural leaders. As the sun is Krittika’s planetary ruler, leadership qualities abound in Krittika natives. You are powerful individuals whose confidence, energy, and determination will help you go far in life. These leadership qualities are especially prominent in Krittika natives whose moons fall in Krittika’s first quarter, under the influence of Aries.

Krittikas are inclined to fight for a social or spiritual cause. You strive to better yourself and the world around you, sometimes in radical ways. As the lunar mansion associated with fire, Krittika often uses the metaphorical fires of purification to bring out the good qualities of human nature.

You are well-liked by others for your bright and sociable nature. You are very nurturing, often exhibiting parental qualities. In addition to having an attractive personality, you are also physically attractive.

Parental qualities and physical attractiveness will be especially prominent in Krittikas whose moons fall in Taurus, in the lunar mansion’s latter three quarters. These individuals often feel a strong desire to have children. Through the influence of Venus, the planetary ruler of Taurus, they are talented in the fine arts. They are elegant, beautiful, and may possess a keen sense of fashion.

Krittika Careers
Due to their confidence, determination, and passion, Krittikas excel in leadership positions. Careers that contribute towards a greater cause will be attractive to Krittikas, who do best when they feel that their work is meaningful. As sociable beings, they should avoid jobs that require a lot of solitary work.

Some ideal professions include:

Entrepreneur, C-level executive, or manager
Military service member, police officer, or firefighter
Dancer, musician, artist, or chef
Teacher, coach, or personal trainer
Member of the clergy or other spiritual leader
Weaknesses
The sun’s influence on Krittika natives creates great leaders capable of fighting for revolutionary causes. To accomplish the goals you set for yourself, you need the sun’s intense and forceful qualities. But these same qualities can make you somewhat volatile, prone to fiery outbursts and a confrontational attitude to those who don’t agree with you.

Controlling your temper and your stubbornness requires a lot of effort. When people disagree with you, your pride may cause you to overreact—you will be able to react more calmly if you remind yourself that it’s not a personal attack. The cause you are fighting for is probably worthy, but be mindful not to use that as an excuse to domineer others. Just as the sun is necessary for the ongoing well-being of the world, so are people like you—you can help guide society in the right direction as long as you don’t steamroller over them in the process.

You can get carried away with your ideas and your ambitions. Your restless nature makes it difficult for you to think things through properly before taking action. Intuition is one of your natural gifts, but acting impulsively will not do you any favors. Learn to curb your enthusiasm to prevent yourself from becoming overzealous and reckless—not every idea is worth fighting a war for!

Fulfillment of desires is the primary motivation for Krittika natives, and this trait can lead to great success. However, be careful that your desires don’t get out of hand—ambition and greed often go arm in arm. When you see something that you want it may be hard to control yourself, even if what you desire isn’t good for you or isn’t available. This tendency could lead you into multiple illicit affairs. It can also make you prone to indulge in unhealthy eating habits. If you learn to gain control over your own desires, you will achieve greater satisfaction and avoid a lot of trouble.

Recommended: Learn more about your moon sign. If you were born in the 1st quarter of Krittika, your moon sign is Aries. If you were born in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th quarter of Krittika, your moon sign is Taurus.

Other Personality Traits
You’re self-motivated. Krittikas have strong wills and no lack of enthusiasm. You know what you want and are motivated to achieve it. You won’t need to be pushed and prodded by others to get things done, provided you think those things are worth doing.

You have a strong appetite. Good food is one of the great joys of your life. You like to eat, and your energetic lifestyle means that you need a decent amount of fuel. Your love for food could lead to skills in the culinary arts.

You’re good for your word. As the old saying goes, “my word is my bond.” This definitely applies to you. When you say you’ll do something, you’ll do it. People can trust you to be honest and accountable.

You respect holy people. In Vedic terminology, people who are holy or saintly are referred to as sadhus. Krittikas are known to value sadhus, persons who are pious and whose lives reflect religious and spiritual ideals. Religion has a somewhat tarnished reputation in contemporary society, but you know that there is always value in those who dedicate their lives to a higher principle.

You can be a harsh critic. Your discerning nature means that not much gets past you, and you aren’t afraid to point out the flaws you see. Try not to hold others—and the world around you—to standards that are too high. A little tact and tolerance can be invaluable.

Krittika Compatibility
Krittika sexuality is symbolized by a female sheep. In terms of physical compatibility, this makes them an ideal match for persons born under Pushya nakshatra.

Based on holistic matching, Krittikas are most likely to find happiness in long-term partnerships with:

Jyeshta
Shatabisha (for female natives)
For Krittika natives in Aries (1st Quarter):

Bharani
Ashlesha
Magha
Purva-phalguni
Chitras in Libra (for male natives)
Mula
Purva-ashadha
Ashwini (for female natives)
Swati (for female natives)
For Krittika natives in Taurus (2nd-4th Quarters):

Rohini
Hasta
Chitras in Virgo
Chitras in Libra (for male natives)
Shravana (for female natives)
Dhanishtas in Capricorn
Shatabisha
Mrigashiras in Taurus (for male natives
Ashlesha (for male natives)
Note: Compatibility in relationships is a complex science that looks at many different factors. You should always consult with an experienced astrologer who can carefully analyze the charts of both you and your partner.

Krittika’s Four Quarters (Padas)
Each nakshatra is divided into four quarters, also known as padas, of 3:20 degrees each. These quarters are based on a 1/9th divisional chart, known in Sanskrit as navamsha.

The moon’s position at your time of birth determines the quarter in which you are born.

First Quarter (26:40 degrees Aries – 0:00 degrees Taurus): Sagittarius. You have a strong moral compass and are philosophical in nature. Your family is important to you and you have close bonds with them, especially with your father.

Second Quarter (0:00-3:20 degrees Taurus): Capricorn. You like to care for others and have a maternal nature. You’re not as fast and furious as other Krittikas. Unlike many Krittika natives, you think things through carefully before taking action. Your slow pace shouldn’t be mistaken for laziness, however—you’re a hard worker and motivated to achieve material success. Nonetheless, be careful not to be overly consumed by materialistic concerns.

Third Quarter (3:20-6:40 degrees Taurus): Aquarius. Altruism is important to you. You are generous with others and fond of philanthropic and humanitarian work. You are very social, but can be short-tempered and even mean when your patience is tried. Patience and tolerance are qualities that don’t come easily to you.

Fourth Quarter (6:40-10:00 degrees Taurus): Pisces. Generous and compassionate, your benevolent nature endears you to others. People are drawn to your charismatic personality and you will likely experience fame and riches. However, deep down you desire more than materialistic gains—religion and spirituality are important to you.

Krittika in Electional Astrology
In electional astrology, also known as muhurtha, nakshatras are used to determine favorable days and times for important ceremonies and events, such as weddings, buying a new house or vehicle, commencing a project, or conceiving a child.

The electional nature of Krittika is Mishra, “mixed.” Krittika is a versatile nakshatra and can be good for:

Cleaning or organizing
Discarding unwanted things
Giving up bad habits
Holding a protest or strike
Performing a vrata, or spiritual vow, such as a vow of silence

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