Krittika Nakshatra
Krittika is the cutting flame. Ruled by the Sun under Agni the fire god, it is sharp, determined and purifying — it burns away impurity and gets straight to the point.
Symbol
a razor or flame
Zodiac span
Aries 26°40′–Taurus 10°
Best-suited work
leadership, critique, cooking, the military, anything precise and decisive.
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What is Krittika nakshatra?
Krittika is the cutting flame. Ruled by the Sun under Agni the fire god, it is sharp, determined and purifying — it burns away impurity and gets straight to the point.
What is the Krittika symbol and ruling planet?
Krittika is symbolised by a razor or flame, its ruling (dasha) planet is the Sun, and its deity is Agni. It spans Aries 26°40′–Taurus 10°.
What careers suit Krittika?
Krittika natives often thrive in leadership, critique, cooking, the military, anything precise and decisive.