IAST: Citrā | Meaning: Sacred Lunar Mansion of Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (Cosmic Architect)
Chitra is the 14th lunar mansion of the Vedic zodiac. Governed by Mars and blessed by Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (Cosmic Architect), it anchors profound karmic lessons and spiritual awakening.
Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (Cosmic Architect)
Mars
Brilliant Gem / Pearl
Rakshasa / Tamas
ॐ विश्वकर्मणे नमः
ॐ चित्रा देवाय विद्महे परब्रह्मणे धीमहि तन्नो नक्षत्रं प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Citrā Devāya Vidmahe Parabrahmaṇe Dhīmahi Tanno Nakṣatraṁ Pracodayāt॥
Meaning: May we contemplate the radiant deity of Chitra; may the celestial lunar light illuminate our spiritual path.
Every Nakshatra is segmented into 4 quarters of 3°20' each. Each Pada activates a specific Navamsha rashi and planetary influence:
| Pada | Arc Span | Navamsha Rashi | Navamsha Lord | Auspicious Syllable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | 0°00 - 3°20 | Agni Navamsha | Sun/Mars | Chu |
| Pada 2 | 3°20 - 6°40 | Prithvi Navamsha | Venus/Saturn | Che |
| Pada 3 | 6°40 - 10°00 | Vayu Navamsha | Mercury/Venus | Cho |
| Pada 4 | 10°00 - 13°20 | Jala Navamsha | Moon/Jupiter | La |
Chant the canonical hymns dedicated to the cosmic rulers of the Nakshatras.
Chitra Nakshatra represents celestial influences ruled by Mars and consecrated by Tvashtar / Vishwakarma (Cosmic Architect), directing inner growth, karma, and life purpose.
The primary Bija Mantra is "ॐ विश्वकर्मणे नमः". Regular Japa during morning sandhya brings peace and spiritual alignment.
