Glittering,Brilliant,Bright all are the key words that Chitra Nakshatra conveys.In a way this nakshatra conveys more of its inherent qualities through its name than any other asterism.
Its alternative symbol is a ‘pearl’. Pearls are formed in an oyster’s moments of irritation, the same way art comes out of the artist’s moments of irritation and depression. Chitra is thus related to the mysterious essence behind creativity, using its clear understanding of the laws of the universe. It has the ability to fashion new, wonderful and delightful things out of seemingly nothing at all.
None can surpass Chitra as far as arts, crafts, design, architecture, beauty and proportion are concerned. Chitra is the grand illusion maker creating delightful things, forms and objects, which make us want to live. The essence of Chitra is “create, create and create”. Chitra is a dynamic, energetic nakshatra which has very little ability to sit idle. It likes to get involve in one creative activity or another. When their creativity is in harmony with the humanity or cause for well being of humanity, then all goes well for Chitra born people. However when this is not the case, Chitra natives can become unbalanced, selfish, indulgent creatures.
Chitra natives are obsessed with appearance complexity, structure and form. Therefore this nakshatra has connection with maya. illusion’and glamour. Chitra approaches things from an architectural, aesthetic point of view. There are different levels of maya. It is due to this aspect that natives influenced by this nakshatra never reveal themselves in social situations. They are always projecting a front of some kind. Usually this is a dignified front with a hidden quality.
Chitra’s love for understanding how things work and how all the parts fit together, generally place natives under its influence in scientific, technological and artistic fields. Japanese as a race are governed by this nakshatra, which can easily be seen in their technological obsession and their attention to detail. Chitra loves to create “magic”.
Chitra natives have a very strong ability to attract the opposite sex. They are usually passionate but also have the ability to fake passions when the situation demands it. They hold themselves with a certain degree of dignity which covers up their weaknesses. Chitra natives always make a special effort to come across as completely together type of individuals.
- 1st Pada 23° 20′ – 26° 40′ Virgo, falls in Leo Navamsa ruled by Sun. On a lower level, the emphasis here is on personal glamour, while on a higher level this pada strives for self perfection. This pada has a very strong ability to keep secrets, just like the sphinx hides deep esoteric knowledge until humanity is ready for them. Planets here function in a very hidden non-apparent way. Sun, Mars, Mercury and Rahu are especially strong here.
- 2nd Pada 26° 40′ – 30° 00′ Virgo falls in Virgo Navamsa ruled by Mercury. This is a very disciplined pada which likes to conclude whatever it begins. Saturn, Mercury and Rahu are strong here, although Saturn may make one excessively puritanical if working through its lower aspect.
- 3rd Pada 00° 00′ – 3° 20′ Libra falls in Libra Navamsa ruled by Venus.This is a very self-centric and at the same time social pada, which likes to rise in life through manipulating its social circle. On a higher level it likes to promote love and harmony, especially in relationships. Planets here like to flaunt and dazzle. Mercury, Venus & Saturn are especially strong in this pada.
- 4th Pada 3° 20′ – 6° 40″ Libra falls in Scorpio Navamsa ruled by Mars. This pada relates to the magical and mysterious side of Chitra. More passion and secrecy is in display than what is usually associated with the sign Libra. Despite its non-acquisitive nature, planets here usually bring smooth sailing in regards to material affairs. Venus, Saturn, Rahu & Ketu give strong results here.
Rulership : Mars is the main planetary ruler of this nakshatra. Mars is the energy required to put up things the way we want them to. Mars is the powerhouse which runs Chitra’s factory. Secondary ruler of this Nakshatra Venus is often regarded as opposite of Mars. Together they are responsible for the reproductive process in nature. This gives us a clue as to where Chitra’s creativity originates from. Venus refines the martian impulses. Mars-Venus together promote sexuality, making Chitra one of the most sexually alluring and active amongst nakshatras.
Mercury comes into play in the first half of Chitra which falls in Virgo, pie Mercury-Mars combo besides promoting technical skills, promotes skills relating to speech. There is a Rahu element to this part of the zodiac which makes it more complicated than it looks on the surface. The Virgo part of Chitra has more core understanding of maya than the Libra part. The Libra part relates more to the form element, while the Virgo part is more concerned with the intricate detailed working of things. The Libra part of Chitra is more relationship oriented, Chitra loves admiration and is motivated by that in whatever it does, especially in the Libra part of this nakshatra.
Mars/Venus, Mars/Mercury, Mars/Mercury/Venus and Mars/Mercury/Rahu conjunctions carry an energy similar to that of Chitra.Mars, Mercury, Saturn & Rahu are especially strong in the Virgo part of Chitra While Mercury, Venus, Saturn & Rahu are strong in the Libra section of Chitra.
In the universal scheme of things, Chitra relates to “punya chayani shakti” – the power to accumulate merit. Its symbolism has truth below and law above. Chitra gains honour and merit through its hard work done in consonance with universal laws.
Body Parts : Forehead and Neck are the body parts related to this nakshatra.
Direction : It is related primarily to the range or arc that goes from south east, to south, to west.
Professions : All types of Craftsmen and Artisans, Sculptors, Architects, Designers, Fashion Designers,
Models; Fashion Industry, Cosmetic Industry, Plastic surgeons, Surgeons in General, Photographers, Graphic
Designer,Business Experts; Interior Designers, Jewellery makers. All professions involving invention and
production of all kinds of machinery, Builders of all kinds, Landscapers, Production and Set designers, Art
Directors.
Example : Anna Nicole Smith, the famous mode, who inherited a fortune from her 90 year old billionaire husband, has her Moon placed in Chitra. The life of Anna Nicole Smith has been all about dazzling and casting illusions.
Mahatma Gandhi, was born with Chitra rising on his Ascendant. His life and works reveal the energetic,
indefatigable aspect of Chitra.