Chitra Nakshatra

Understanding Chitra Nakshatra Characteristics in Vedic Astrology

Chitra Nakshatra is the 14th nakshatra of Indian Vedic Astrology and is usually looked upon as a solitary star. Because of its solitary existence in the celestial firmament, this nakshatra embodies and exemplifies the supreme craftsmanship of its governing deity twashtar. It is ruled by the planet mars and extends from the zodiac of Virgo to that of Libra. It is considered to be one of the brightest stars in the constellation and it epitomizes the general characteristics of creation with all its other aspects. Along with creation it also embodies its various other facets like depth, brilliance, aestheticism, prosperity, intuition, illusion among others. They are also considered to be action oriented and dynamic, every ready to make adjustments with life and situations. They are ready to take whatever comes their way. These individuals are full of heat, pressure and force, which are considered to be the necessary forces of creation. They are strongly connected to work and craftsmanship of the highest order which makes them one of the most dynamic of all the birth stars. They are also very good in fusing the materialistic perception with spiritual one, which might be illusory but at the same time also makes a lot of impact.

Number : 14
Gender : Female
Translation : Brilliant, Bright
Symbol : A bright jewel or a shining light
Animal Symbol : Female Tiger
Presiding Deity : Vishvakarma - the Celestial Architect of the Universe
Ruling Planet / Ruling Lord : Mars
Nature : Rakshasa (Demon)
Dosha : Pitta
Guna : Tamasic
Element : Fire
Disposition : Soft, mild and tender

Chitra Nakshatra Physical Appearance

Natives of this Nakshatra are beleived to possess a unique appearance with a lean body structure.

Chitra Nakshatra Personality Traits

The natives of this Nakshatra are usually oriented towards art and aestheticism. Their focus is more on the external aspects of beauty. They have a personality which is dignified and with poise and are attracted to the world of glamour and visual palatability. They always seek for delight and pleasure in their life, even if it is superficial. They look for harmony and applause in all areas of their life including human relationships. All these traits are an important part of their personality. Their search for beauty and delight makes them more attracted towards artistic and architectural pursuits.

Since they are intrinsically related to creation they always have a strong tendency to create, show, beautify and project, in whatever field they are. They have a strong fascination for the illusive world of beauty and glamour, not only to embody them but to surpass them and create an aura of complexity. They are also very spiritual which guides them in various areas of life and helps them come to terms with certain facets of reality. Some of the leading personality traits of these individuals are aestheticism, craftsmanship, artistic etc. One will rarely find a native of chitra nakshatra who does not possess all these qualities.

Chitra Nakshatra Positive & Negative Traits

One of their strongest positive traits is their ability to create, which surpass all other traits. There is nothing as beautiful and as important as creation. They not only create, but also beautify and enhance it with their strong sense of aestheticism. They are blessed with a very attractive body and pleasant manners which adds more value to them. People like being in their company because they are always very refined and polished. They have a strong power of intuition and are surrounded by a mystical realm which sets them apart from the rest.

At times their excessive pursuit of beautification and glamour can make them artificial. Their obsession with beauty and perfection make them forget other important areas of life and they tend to neglect them. At times they like to hide behind the veil of beauty to cover their shortcomings, which prevents them from facing them and subsequently overcoming them. They are so preoccupied with outer beauty that they forget somewhere that what is in the inside is more important than what is on the outside. They also have an aura of dichotomy and dubiousness in their nature. They believe in self service and that everyone should be able to help themselves than depend on others. This trait at times makes them selfish and less generous.

Chitra Nakshatra Compatibility

The natives of this nakshatra are highly compatible with the natives of other nakshatras like Vishakha and Swati. They are incompatible with natives of other naksatra like Mrigasira and Dhanishta, Uttara Phalguni and Uttara Bhadrapada.

Chitra Nakshatra Male Characteristics

The male natives of this nakshatra have a lean body and can be easily recognized in a crowd of hundreds as he has a distinct feature. He is very expressive and has a magnificent aura which cannot be avoided. He is a peaceful and intelligent person but can also be extremely selfish at times. Initially his ideas and opinions can come up as worthless and useless, but after a certain period of time they become extremely important and meaningful. Thus he has a strong gift of intuition which helps him a lot in his life. This can also help him become a very popular astrologer, as his predictions come true most of the time. They are dreamers and most of the time their dreams come true. He is neither bothered about the emotions and sentiments of others but at the same time also not selfish. He is just indifferent. As long as his life goes on smoothly he is really not bothered, but he does have a soft corner for the needy and the down trodden. He is very courageous and confident and will overcome all the hurdles that come along his way, but inspite of this he comes through a lot of difficulties in life. They are never short of help and reward from unexpected sources. The best period of their life is usually between the periods of 33 to 54 years.

Chitra Nakshatra Female Characteristics

The female natives of this nakshatra also have more or less the same qualities like their male counterpart but will also have some uniqueness in their personality. They have a very beautiful and attractive body which becomes the envy of others. She is tall and beautiful with long and luscious hair. She is a free spirited individual who is eager for excess freedom and sometimes has unrespectable behavior. At times she is vain because she usually takes pride in no merits. She is very lazy and veracious and does not hesitate to commit sinful deeds. She is not very social and will have very few friends. In education she will do well in science subjects than in arts. There can be complications in her family and married life and even separation from her husband through divorce or death cannot be ruled out. It is advisable for her to take astrological remedial measures to avoid all such mishaps.

Famous People Born Under Chitra Nakshatra

Chitra Nakshatra Female Famous Personalities : Sirimavo Bandaranaike, Benajir Bhutto, Dimple Kapadia, Elizabeth Stamatina (Tina) Fey, Paulina Vega Dieppa, Marie Antoinette, Barbara Walters

Chitra Nakshatra Male Famous Personalities : George H W Bush Senior, George Bush Junior, Gerd Muller, Shashi Kapoor, Chiranjeevi (K Vara Prasad), Francois Mitterrand, Sidney Poitier, Chandra Shekar, Justin Beiber, K N Rao, Nicolas Cage, Paul Ryan, Silvester Stalone, Steven Seagal, Talat Mahmood, Dwight D Eisenhower, Rahul Dev Burman, V P Singh, Richard Chamberlain, Wilt Chamberlain