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Nakshatra 14 of 27

Chitra

चित्राCitrā

Ruled by Mangal · deity Tvashtar (Vishwakarma)

LordMangal (Mars)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityTvashtar (Vishwakarma)

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolBright jewel / pearl

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaRakshasa

Temperament: Deva (gentle), Manushya (human), Rakshasa (fierce).

NatureMridu (Soft)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaAgni (Fire)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiPunya Chayani Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniTiger (female)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiMadhya

The channel (Adi, Madhya, Antya), used in compatibility.

RashiKanya / Tula

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Chitra, ruled by Mangal with Tvashtar, the divine architect, as its deity, is symbolised by a bright jewel. It carries creativity, design and the joy of making something beautiful. The day favours art, architecture, decoration, fashion and careful craftsmanship. A love of perfection can arise, so appreciating progress keeps the creative spirit light.

Shakti: The power to gather merit through beautiful, well-made work.

Nakshatra mantraॐ त्वष्ट्रे नमः (Om Tvaṣṭre Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Design and decoration
  • Art and craft
  • Wearing new clothes or jewellery
  • Building and architecture
  • Planning creative projects

Better to avoid

  • Go gently with perfectionism
  • Better to postpone harsh critiques

Next occurrenceSat 10 Oct, 21:43 → Sun 11 Oct, 22:33 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Simha navamsaName syllable “Pe”
  2. 2Kanya navamsaName syllable “Po”
  3. 3Tula navamsaName syllable “Ra”
  4. 4Vrishchika navamsaName syllable “Ri”

Practices for Chitra

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The 27 nakshatras

Moon and nakshatra guidance is traditional Jyotisha offered for reflection and practice. It is not a prediction, and it is not medical, financial or legal advice. Please use your own judgement and seek a qualified professional where needed.