Chitra (चित्रा / चित्रा)
Deity: Tvashtar • Divine Architect
Overview
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Gana | Rakshasa |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Tamas |
| Gender | Feminine |
| Caste | Shudra |
| Purushartha | Kama |
| Animal Symbol | Tiger |
| Quality | Brilliance, beauty |
Astronomical Span
Four Padas (Quarters)
Traits & Nature
Positive Traits
Challenging Traits
Mythology & Deity
| Deity | Tvashtar |
| Associated | Divine Architect |
Story
Divine architect, creates beauty and brilliance
Symbolism
Beauty, architecture, brilliance
Spiritual Lesson
Create lasting beauty
Domain Effects
Beauty, architecture, design, creation of beautiful things. Combining aesthetics with structure. Excellent for design and architecture.
beauty, design, architecture, creation, aesthetics
design, architecture, creation, aesthetics, craftsmanship
beauty, aesthetics, attraction, design
design, beauty, luxury, craftsmanship
beauty, aesthetics, body design
beauty, sacred architecture, vishwakarma
Classical Reference
Chitra is the bright jewel created by divine architect. Beauty and structure unite. Excellent for design, architecture, and creating beautiful things. - Brihat Samhita
Modern Application
Perfect for design projects, architecture, branding, cosmetic procedures, luxury shopping, creating beautiful presentations.
Muhurta (Auspicious Timing)
Favorable Activities
Unfavorable Activities
Excellent for beauty
Mantras & Sounds
| Beeja Mantra | Om Tvashtrae Namah |
| Simple Mantra | Om Chitraya Namaha |
| Mantra Count | 108 |
Syllables
Body & Health
| Body Parts | Forehead, Neck |
| Common Ailments | Skin, Neck |
Compatibility
Colors
Black/Blue
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Alternatives: Dark blue
Suitable Vocations
Special Notes
- Beauty nakshatra
- Spans two rashis