The 27 Nakshatras
Krittika Nakshatra
The cutter. Agni's fire burns away impurity — sharp discernment, courage and the will to sever what no longer serves.
| Number | 3 / 27 |
| Ruling planet | Sun |
| Presiding deity | Agni |
| Gana | Rakshasa (fierce) |
| Symbol | Razor / flame |
| Zodiac span | Aries 26°40' – Taurus 10° |
| Marriage muhurat | Not used for vivah |