Krittika Nakshatra

Krittika Nakshatra is partly in Aries & partly in Taurus. It is a feminine nakshatra ruled by Venus & co-ruled by Sun, whereby people born in this nakshatra are actually Venusian with the attributes of the Sun such as-leadership or hot-headedness showing up on the surface.

Krittika comes from the word Kartikeya, who was the son of Shiva and Parvati. It is said that during a competition with Ganesha, his brother lost and left his parents’ home to live faraway. Krittika is symbolized by an axe and ruled by the Sun. People born in this nakshatra imbibe some of the qualities of Lord Kartikeya. This nakshatra spans from 26.40 to 30.00 degrees in Aries and 30.00 to 40.00 degrees in Taurus.

They generally go away from their birth-place to earn and prosper. Anything which brings them long-term success, including education, will be initiated away from their place of birth. They are fond of gardening, agriculture or similar interests like planning and caring for trees. The symbol of axe represents agriculture and also represents cutting something down, it depends upon a Krittika to decide which of the two fits them better. They are quite infamous for severing ties when in reality, they are quite emotional and require the opposite.

Distinctive Krittika Nakshatra Traits

• Krittika born people are artistic. A true Krittika will always have one specific artistic talent that they’re exceptional at. It could be anything – singing, fine arts, acting, etc.
• They are also true romantics at heart. They are shy and introvert generally, but with the right crowd, they’re comfortable being their happy and weird self.
• They behave the opposite in their public life as compared to how they are in real life.
• Whether it is a Krittika in Aries or a Krittika in Taurus, impatience cannot be taken away from their nature. They are impatient and to deal with them sometimes can be dealing with a part stubborn, part impatient kid. They might learn to be patient in social settings, but impatience still is very much a part of their lives, especially in their home life.
• They want to seem like a ‘tough guy’. Krittika men might have looks which make them look very tough and masculine sometimes, but they are a feminine constellation so traits like empathy, humor, sweetness, romance, nurturing are a part of them as well. They put on a façade of toughness just so that people don’t take them for granted.
• Krittika has extreme anger. This, however, recedes soon. They can be cutting in their remarks sometimes without knowing the effect of those words on others. Later on, however, when they realize, they do feel guilty and might try to make up for it. Krittika should learn that’s not how it works.

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Krittika Nakshatra Padas 

Krittika Nakshatra 1^st Quarter/Pada

Krittika Nakshatra 1^st Pada/quarter comes between 26°40′ – 30°00′ in Aries. People born under this Nakshatra will have a wealthy lifestyle. You will have an attractive look and easily attract the masses. You will also have the company of a good-looking partner and are fond of eating delicious food.

Jupiter plays a significant role in your career and helps you to attain a strong educational background and support from your mentor. These people are devoted to their religion and mentor.

If you belong to Krittika Nakshatra, you will have a competitive nature and always be in active mode. You will not have empathy and this will cause challenges in your life.

Krittika Nakshatra 2^nd Quarter/Pada

Krittika Nakshatra 2^nd quarter/pada comes between 30°00′ – 33°20′ in Taurus.  If you belong to this Nakshatra, then you will know how to be practical and have patience to deal with a big team. In relationships too, you will have a communication gap or a lack of clarity if Saturn is in affliction.

You will attain the expected rank in your career. There will be a sense of maturity and growth during the period of Saturn, but emotional health requires proper attention.  You will attain a high rank in your career and be close to higher authority.  In your marital life, the status of Saturn in your horoscope will decide your relationship status.

Krittika Nakshatra 3^rd Quarter/Pada  

Krittika Nakshatra, 3rd quarter/pada comes in between 33°20′ – 36°40′ in Taurus. People born under this pada of Krittika Nakshatra will have a practical approach and a stable mindset when it comes to dealing with challenging situations at work. These people will have the company of hardworking people.

The status of Mercury plays a significant role in your marital and love life. Communication also plays a major role in your love life if you are born with the Krittika Nakshatra. You should not hold a grudge and implement the let go approach so that things will go more easily in a relationship.

Krittika Nakshatra 4^th Quarter/Pada

Krittika Nakshatra, 4^th quarter/pada comes in between 36°40′ – 40°00′ in Taurus. You will have an emotional personality. You will also have empathy for others. There will be support from family and friends for you if the status of the Moon is good in your horoscope.

Affliction to the Moon or Sun will cause relationship challenges after marriage. Free space and empathy will be demanded by your partner  in your relationship.  Your partner will have a wealthy family background and will be successful on the professional front.

Career & Professional Affinity for Krittika Nakshatra Individuals

• Krittika born individuals are likely to make a career in finance, banking, administration, politics and teaching.  Mass media, journalism, business, social entrepreneurship are things which highly attract a Krittika and they’re likely to do well in these fields.
• Krittika do well in their career from their 30s. Their plans start materializing in the professional realm and they get clarity over how they would like things to be from thereon. The impulsiveness of their character will find some relief through the stability that comes through career.

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Family & Finance Horoscope for Krittika Nakshatra

• Krittika are blessed with a good and harmonious family life. They are close to their family, and they enjoy their comfort zone with their near and dear ones. Krittika Moons & Ascendants are very close to their mother. They are a complete family person.
• They are materialistic in nature and like to have a financially stable/abundant life. This makes them inclined to work in areas which are lucrative and have good earnings and monetary benefits. They generally do have a stable financial life.
• They can sometimes be slightly harsh with their family members, but they are at times just as soft.
• After the age of 30-32, their finances get much better than before and so does their career, which they tend to change quite a few times until they find something that matches their ambitions.

Important Years for Krittika Nakshatra

• 25-27 are important years for Krittika in which a turning point of some type shows up either in their professional or personal life.
• 30-32 are the years when all their hard work is realized in the material world, and they might get recognized.
• Mid 40s is the time where their income and expenses get stable without deep fluctuations, satisfaction during this time, and involvement in a higher cause may take place during these years.

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Ruling Planet of Krittika Nakshatra (Graha Devta): Sun

Based on Vedic Astrology, Sun has the ownership over the Krittika Constellation. A person born in the Krittika Nakshatra has spiritual fire within them, which guides them towards their real aim in life, and thereby assure them to be successful in their lives, for which they have taken birth. Sun will also give them the inbuilt quality of a warrior.

Natural Instincts of Krittika

Krittika belongs to sheep yoni. Their natural instinct is to be fun-loving, romantic, flirtatious and fond of sex. In the general perception, they are artistic, likes to pursue causes whole-heartedly, and can achieve anything they put their mind to if they do not lose their focus.

In Indian philosophy, there are three Gunas known as Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas. They are known as the three processes, which help us lead a successful life. Krittika Nakshatra has the Rajas Guna, which bestows upon them the quality of a royal warrior. They would always be ready to accept any challenge and avail every facility from the government/authority/ruler, and get the company of brave people around them.

Nature of Krittika Nakshatra

There are three Gana or basic nature type that a person belongs to which frame out outlook, reactions and attitude towards life. These are Dev Gana, Manushya Gana and Rakshasa Gana. Vishakha belongs to the Rakshasa Gana. Rakshasa Gana constitute of people with a heightened sense of intuition, they pick up on energies very quickly and understand if there is any negativity present around them. They are generally soft-spoken, unlike the name of the Gana, but they raise their voice whenever required. They are not as diplomatic as Dev Gana, instead they are more straightforward.

 Krittika Nakshatra Male

Krittika Nakshatra Male will have good-looking and attractive personality. They will have sharp and striking personality.  They will have good ability to run big organization. You will be strict, disciplined, and good at expressing. When it comes to creative work or  love relationship, they passionately support their partner.   On the professional front, you are a good boss who follows a strict approach, so that productivity is not affected.

Krittika Nakshatra Female

Krittika Female will have strong aura and confident personality. They hold the command of the relationship, whether it's personal or professional. Krittika Nakshatra, born female, has a good sense of self-respectThey have good emotional resilience and courage to make a firm decision. When it comes to relationships, she will have a committed and supportive personality. She will carry the role as mentor and guide in this stage of life with confidence.

Krittika Nakshatra Compatibility with Other Nakshatras

When it comes to relationships, Krittika Nakshatra believes in long-term sustainable relationships. They will take time and wait for the right match instead of getting into a volatile relationship. Krittika nakshatra expresses love through action and travel with their partner to tell how they feel in the relationship.

Most Compatible Nakshatras with Krittika Nakshatra:

• Krittika Nakshatra with Shatabhisha Nakshatra

Kritika Nakshatra is most compatible with Shatabhisha Nakshatra.  Krittika understands the complexity of Shatabhisha who appear to be in a forever emotional turmoil. You have empathy for them due to this reason and support them and can be protective.

Nakshatra Compatibility: 75%

• Krittika Nakshatra with Dhanishta

Dhanista likes to be in control and the one to chase & seduce openly and that works fine with Krittika as they are shy about their sensuality. They can have opinions regarding power and control in the relationship as they do not wish to be dominated. This is a good relationship.

Nakshatra Compatibility: 70%

Least Compatible Nakshatras with Krittika

• Krittika with Shravana Nakshatra

Krittika Nakshatra is least compatible with Shravana Nakshatra. Deeply complicated relationship manifests between Krittika and Shravana. Shravana is a bit too emotional for Krittika’s liking and can give mixed signals about his or her feelings. This unsteadiness about the relationship in Shravana’s mind can make Krittika never reveal their true feelings to them. They both are compatible with 32 % with each other.

Nakshatra Compatibility: 32%

• Krittika with Purva Ashada Nakshatra

Krittika-Purva Ashada Nakshatras are not compatible with each other. They have an extremely insecure relationship where Purva Ashada loves fun and thrill in the bedroom in experimental ways, which do not go well with Krittika, considering they’re shy and Purva Ashada is just always excited about sexual exploration. Krittika never feels comfortable enough to open up to Purva Ashada and might walk away before they do just because of Krittika’s premonitions that perhaps Purva Ashada will, so to avoid that situation, Krittika initiates it first.

Nakshatra Compatibility: 47%

Some Interesting Facts About Krittika Nakshatra

Conclusion

Krittika Nakshtra has a sharp intellect and is good at making decisions even in challenging situations, but if there is an affliction to the Sun, there will be challenges due to anger and ego issues. Krittika Nakshtra represents courage and discipline that helps a person to make successful decisions in their life, both on the personal and professional front.  They belong to the earth element, they have a grounded  personality and help others.  

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