Janma Nakshatra Krittika
This is the third Nakshatra, symbolized by fire or a razor blade, with the animal symbol being a sheep. It is the first Nakshatra that spans two zodiac signs (Aries and Taurus). It covers between 26°40' in Aries and 10°0' in Taurus. The ruling planet is the Sun, and the deity is Agni.
These are decisive, sharp, and ambitious people, with high motivation, sharp minds, and a tendency toward cynicism, sometimes too much so. They have a straightforward approach, dislike beating around the bush, and possess an explosive temperament, but if they get angry, it passes very quickly. They can be stubborn, overly direct, and aggressive, which can lead to difficulties in teamwork.
They often use the respect they receive from family and friends who appreciate them. Their lives are marked by ups and downs. Due to indecisiveness, their careers and activities are diverse and numerous.
Usually, these individuals are of medium height, with good eyes, a large nose, and a broad neck. They are intellectual, free-thinking, and enjoy exploring other cultures and living in various places. They have good, loyal friends and advisors, strive for the welfare of all, and may lose interest in their activities because their successes are often not material.
The problems they encounter can be reduced if they maintain a balance between desires and reality. These people love seeking adventures, and their work life may involve a lot of travel. They prefer to work independently. Suitable careers include being a manager, lawyer, engineer, doctor, or project manager.
For them, family is a source of happiness, bringing internal calm and joy. They have close relationships with their mother and are often happy in marriage. These are loyal people, both as parents and as spouses. Overeating can lead to health problems.
Janma (Starting something): Krittika
Sampat (Days and people bringing wealth): Rohini, Hasta, Shravana
Vipat (Days and people bringing misfortune): Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta
Kshema (Days and people bringing ease, prosperity, stability, and security): Ardra, Swati, Shatabhisha
Pratyak(People who tend to criticize us, provoke emotions, and the days associated with this): Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada
Sadhana (Days and people leading to completion of matters, projects, relationships): Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
Vadha (Inauspicious days and dangerous people): Ashlesha, Jyeshta, Revati
Mitra (Helpers): Ashwini, Magha, Mula
Atimitra (The most beneficial days, good friends): Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha
Pada 1 – Sagittarius Navamsha (26°40' – 30° in Aries)
Jupiter rules this pada. These people want to improve the world and elevate it. They are inclined toward public service (politics, management) and can build organizations that change the world for the better. This pada bestows good manners, a talent for investigations, illness, but long life. Planets in this pada make a person determined and resilient. Particularly strong are Jupiter, Mars, the Sun, and Ketu.
Pada 2 – Capricorn Navamsha (0°0' – 3°20' in Taurus)
Saturn rules this pada. These people are more oriented towards the financial domain. They worry and see things from a material perspective. They are the least interested in empty talk and focus on tangible results, particularly the acquisition of money. The Moon here reaches its highest exaltation point, making the person very caring and concerned. Saturn and Mars are also strong here. Mars is more associated with receiving support from others rather than giving help to someone else.
Pada 3 – Aquarius Navamsha (3°20' – 6°40' in Taurus)
This pada is ruled by Saturn. The sign of Aquarius makes these people good researchers and scientists. Saturn may bring limitations and poverty here. This pada gives the person intellect, toughness, irritability, and the ability to learn all kinds of subjects. None of the planets are debilitated in Aquarius, so they can all express themselves well in their respective areas of responsibility.
Pada 4 – Pisces Navamsha (6°40' – 10°0' in Taurus)
This pada is ruled by Jupiter. These people are kind, sensitive, and easygoing. They know how to leave a situation and accept the world as it is. They are inclined toward social work and can join organizations and lead them. This pada fosters teamwork, good education, and philosophical knowledge. It also gives the person a sense of superiority, which can lead to anxiety, making them poor and ill. Ketu, Venus, and Jupiter in this pada interact well with it and use its energy fully. Mercury uses the energy of the pada only partially.