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Nakshatra

Chitra - Tvastri

"anything bright or coloured which strikes the eyes"

Chaitra - Chithirai - Citra - Caitra - Chitta - Vismakarma

Chandra in Chitra

Tvastr the Artificer

"Tvastr the Artificer"

Nakshatra Vana

Sacred Tree for Chitra Nakshatra:

see nakshatra gardens at: www.vedicvanas.com/nakshatravana.html

  • western botanical name = Aegle marmelos

  • Sanskrita namah: Bilawa

  • Tibetan (bodkye): zukngu

  • Common names: Bilva, Bael, Bela, Beli, Bili, Sirphal, Kaveeth, Koolivam, Bengal quince, stone apple,

  • ",,, the only member of the monotypic genus Aegle... a mid-sized, slender, aromatic, armed, gum-bearing tree growing up to 18 meters tall ... grows in the dry forests upon hills."

Aegle marmelos = Bela Tree = sacred to Chitra Nakshatra

Aegle marmelos = Bela Tree = sacred to Chitra Nakshatra

Chitra = a member of the tripartite Nakshatra kona ruled by ambitious, productive, dominating, competitive, always-moving Kuraja:

  1. Mrigashira

  2. Chitra

  3. Dhanishtha

Nakshatra Body Part:

  • Neck of Kalapurushaa

Nakshatra Auspicious activities:

[ BPHS]

  • Marriage,

  • Brahmin receiving sacred thread,

  • travel,

  • construction of temples or other religious buildings

  • or installing holy objects therein,

  • laying foundation stones,

  • breaking ground.

Nakshatra Deity:

  • Tvashtr, the celestial architect

Nakshatra Symbol:

  • Pearl

Nakshatra Gana / group:

  • Demonic / Rakshasa

Nakshatra Tibetan Tradition

  • Nak-pa,The Black;

  • Janakpa,black bird

Nakshatra Celestial Location

  • the Fourteenth Nakshatra

  • 23:20 Kanya until 06:40 Thula (Virgo-Libra)

  • pada 53, 54, 55, 56 of total 108

  • Spica: alpha Virginis -- ~~ The Circle of Stars

Nakshatra Meanings

  • Bright,

  • Many-Colored, Variegated

  • A work of Art, a work of Magic

  • Military Conquest, Invasion

  • Scripted and Choreographed Movements

  • Strategic and Tactical Planning

David Frawley,

Fruits of Worshipping Each Nakshatra

  • "Twashtar desired, "May I gain a wonderful progeny."

  • One who makes the appropriate offering to Twashtar, to Chitra,

    • gains a wonderful progeny.

  • Twashtar is a form of the Creator, usually called Praja-pati.

  • Chitra therefore has great creative powers, giving splendor, multiplicity and abundance."

Vocabulary for Chitra Nakshatra

Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionary

  • vaSTR

    • carpenter , maker of carriages

    • "creator of living beings", former of the bodies of men and animals

    • the heavenly builder, maker of divine implements , esp. of Indra's thunderbolt and teacher of the Ribhus

    • regent of the Nakshatra Chitra

  • Citra:

    • conspicuous, excellent, distinguished; bright, clear, bright-colored;

    • bright-sounding;

    • variegated , spotted , speckled

    • agitated; having many varieties;

    • strange, wonderful

  • vizvakarman

    • every action; accomplishing or creating everything

    • all-doer , all-creator , all-maker

    • name of the divine creative architect or artist (said to be son of Brahma ,

    • and in the later mythology sometimes identified with Tvashtri

    • he is said to have revealed the Sthapatyaveda or fourth Upa-veda ,

    • and to preside over all manual labours as well as the sixty-four mechanical arts

    • [whence he is worshipped by Karus or artisans] ;

    • in the Vedic mythology , however , the office of Indian Vulcan is assigned to Tvashtri as a distinct deity ,

    • Visva-karman being rather identified with Praja-pati [Brahma] himself as the creator of all things and architect of the universe ;

    • in the hymns RV. x , 81 ; 82 he is represented as the universal Father and Generator ,

    • the one all-seeing God , who has on every side eyes , faces , arms , and feet ;

    • in Nir. x , 26 and elsewhere in the Brahmanas he is called a son of Bhuvana ,

    • and Visva-karman Bhauvana is described as the author of the two hymns mentioned above

    • he is a son of the Vasu Prabhasa and Yoga-siddha; in the Purnas a son of Vastu , and the father of Barhishmati and Samjna ;

    • accord. to other authorities he is the husband of Ghritaci ;

    • moreover , a legend is told of his having offered up all beings , including himself. in sacrifice ;

    • the Ramayana represents him as having built the city of Lanka for the Rakshasas ,

    • and as having generated the ape Nala , who made Rama's bridge from the continent to the island ;

    • the name Visva-karman , meaning , doing all acts, appears to be sometimes applicable as an epithet to any great divinity)

    • name of Surya or the Sun

    • of one of the seven principal rays of the sun (supposed to supply heat to the planet Mercury)

    • of the wind

    • BPL

    • Mangala-ruled Chaitra is considered to be an auspicious lagna for the male, but inauspicious for the female. (Note Shil Ponde's fierce distinctions below.)

    • traditionally, The Chaitra male = direct, successful, clever, and dexterous while the Chaitra female = "too much variegated" = fickle with men and too much body-oriented, competitive, or selfish.

    • Chitra = amazing planners. In addition to the warlike competitiveness of Mangala, Chitra benefit from the calendaring, scheduling, logical argumentation and categorical organization of Budha.

    Hands

  • Chitra makes manual drawings of their schemes; they like to do several drafts of a plan, although in a pinch Chaitra can sketch a good battle plan with a stick in the dirt.

    Engaging the hands is key to success.

  • The hand-to-body connection is strong.

  • Often skilled in martial arts involving sharp and decisive hand movement.

    • Famous military strategists ( Adolph Hitler, Dwight D. Eisenhower , Charles de Gaulle),

      • Hitler was originally a fine arts painter who wanted to be an architect.

    • Skilled diplomats and consultants in war planning ( George H.W. Bush-41, George W. Bush-43; Sec. State Henry Kissinger; Tony Blair , Jimmy Carter, Vladimir Putin) . Direct (Kuja) but articulate (Budha) - depending on the constitution of Kuja and Budha in the kundali.

    • Others who handle drawings, maps, and plans include urban planners, city managers, advisers on complex environmental issues, designers of cityscapes and fantasy environments in literature and video games.

    • Other applications of their talent which engages direct-attack tactics in the context of carefully considered and detailed, highly organized and mapped pre-planning

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    Chitra, for females

  • from ~~ Shil-Ponde. (1939).

    Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra .p 96.

    • "An expensive and luxurious person.

    • One who is fond of clothes and beautiful surroundings and revels in them.

    • She spends much money on jewels , perfumes, cosmetics

      • and her taste in these matters is expensive.

    • She likes to change costumes several times a day

      • and always look like an animated fashion plate.

    Variety is the spice of life to this woman

    • and she will be inconstant and fickle in love affairs,

    • having many during her life and marrying often.

    Many actresses, musicians, artists and Opera singers have Chitra rising.

    If she is born on the day before the New Moon, with this asterism rising,

    • she will have a husband who will die four years after her marriage to him

    • and she will never have any children.

    If she is born with Chitra on the Rising Point on the day before the Full Moon,

    • she will be immoral and promiscuous in her love affairs

    • and will support some of her lovers or spend money on them

    • and she will die in poverty."

    Females

    Kanya portion is often quite difficult for a female, although physical musculature and athletic prowess are helped

    = Mangala mulatrikona = Mesha bhava-8 = death of partner; inheritance; occult knowledge; sudden, forced changes

    • Jennifer Aniston = actress, hatha-yoga enthusiast

    • Geena Davis = actress, Olympic archery (4 marriages)

    Thula portion = generally more auspicious = Mangala mulatrikona = Mesha bhava-7 = bargains, deals, diplomacy, negotiations, equity, parity, justice

    Chitra, for males

    from~~ Shil-Ponde. (1939).

    Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra.p 84

    "Chitra natives are quiet, thoughtful, and profound.

    Very slow in movement and of great dignity in bearing and manner.

    • they like to read books on serious and philosophical subjects.

    they make good students in their youth.

    they are also extremely clever with their hands,

    • which are strong, supple, and dexterous.

    they like to do things or fashion things with their hands

    • and could be sculptors or artists or surgeons."

    Males

    Kanya portion is somewhat less auspicious although warrior's skills, physical musculature and athletic prowess are helped

    = Mangala mulatrikona = Mesha bhava-8 = death of partner; inheritance; occult knowledge; sudden, forced changes

    Thula portion = generally more auspicious esp in matters of war, competition, and challenges

    = Mangala mulatrikona = Mesha bhava-7 = bargains, deals, diplomacy, negotiations, equity, parity, justice
    General Description of Chitra characteristics -- from Das/ Behari

    General results of being born in Chitra Nakshatra :

    1. Physical features:

    • You have a lean body.

      • In some cases there is an indication of a stout and tall body.

    • You can be recognized or identified in a crowd of hundreds of people

      • through your magnificent dealings and expressions.

    • there is a hidden inherent giftof having wonderful ideas

      • that may initially appear silly

      • that are later viewed as excellent.

    • There is also an inherent gift of intuition.

    • You are the type of person who is very much fit for the astrological profession

      • where intuition is very much needed.

    • In some cases it is also noticed that you may experience dreams that come true.

      • this indirectly indicates that a divine power may be installed in the psyche of Chaitra born.

    • You are the type of person who is not bothered about the sentiments of others

      • nor are you selfish to others.

    • Your dealings with the poor will be very cordial and full of kindness.

    • You may be mistaken by others as rude and stingy.

    • Guard your tendency to speak before you think.

    • You may have to confront your enemies at every step but are capable of escaping any conspiracy.

    • You have a soft spot for those in need and spend your energy in their upliftment.

      3. Education, sources of income/profession:

      • Obstacles in life are no problem for you.

      • You can overtake all hurdles with courage and hard work.

      • You may not lead a comfortable life up to the age of 32 years.

        • The period between 33 years and 54 years of age will be your golden period.

      • One of the redeeming features of Chitra born is that you receive help from unexpected places without much effort.

      4. Family life:

      • While you love and respect your siblings and parents,

        • you may experience some doubts concerning them.

      • You may not enjoy the benefit, love and affection of your father.

        • You may even live separate from him, even while he may be famous or successful.

      • You are more attached to your mother and enjoy benefit from the maternal side.

      • there is a saying that the Chitra born cannot stay in the house where you are born.

      • this may manifest in many ways, you may travel and live far from your home town

        • or your childhood home may be destroyed.

        • In any case you will settle far from home.

      • Married life may be considerably strained.

      • While the marriage will be stable,

        • the relationship between the couples may not be cordial,

        • at times leading to frequent friction on small matters.

        5. Health:

        • there may be some difficulty with internal organs.

    Description of the Pada (quarters) of Mangala-ruled Chitra

    Pada 1 = Kanya

    from Das/ Behari

    • You may have bent shoulders and hands.

    • You will be a sweet speaker, and passionate.

    • there is an indication of two daughters.

    • You will be expert in various arts.

    • there may be frequent quarrels among siblings.

    Description of the Four Padaa(quarters) of Chitra - for the Male only* - from: Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra . p 105:

    • Considered handsome by most standards.

    • Very grave, but witty in a quiet way.

    • Would make a good surgeon.

    • Very fond of music.

    Pada 2[Kanya]

    from Das/ Behari

    • You are truthful and charitable.

    • You may live in foreign places, have two daughters.

    • You may suffer from upper respiratory disorders.

      • Description of the Four Padaa(quarters) of Chitra - for the Male only* - from: Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra . p 105:

      • same as pada-1:

        • Considered handsome by most standards.

        • Very grave, but witty in a quiet way.

        • Would make a good surgeon.

        • Very fond of music.

    Pada 3 [Thula]

    from Das// Behari

    • You will be learned in scriptures and are intelligent, and calm in speech.

    • You will be satisfied with small profits.

    • You may have a strong temper but still enjoy a good reputation.

    • this position of the Moon (or lagna) may cause problems with your parents.

    • You may suffer from diseases that cause burning sensations.

    • You may also suffer from upper respiratory disorders.

    Description of the Four Padaa(quarters) of Chitra - for the Male only* - from: Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra. p 105:

    • Inclined to the study of occult subjects,

      • religious but quite unorthodox.

    • Would be good at designing patterns and weaving in textiles.

    • Likes artistic work with the hands.

      • [BPL: Adolph Hitler was originally a fine-arts painter,with aspirations to become an architect.]

      • Usually a widower at the close of life.

      • Career is a changing one.

    BPL

    • the 3rd pada of Chitra is notable for its stated disinterest in accumulating wealth.

    • The life assets = adequately provided by the family-provided or homeland-provided circumstances which could be quite wealthy (depending on conditions in bhava-2 and upon Shukra). Normally, the native will 'never go without'.

    • Yet one's moral philosophy is often quite opposed to those elite habits of wealth-hoarding which result in disinheritance from most residents of Earth. (Recall Hitler's vicious dislike of bankers, whom he blamed for destroying the vitality of the German people.)

    • Despite perhaps luxurious appearances (it is a pada of Shukra) one may be truly a populist who is highly sensitive to poverty and suffering of the hoi-polloi.

    Pada 4 [Thula]

    • Geena Davis (actress, Olympic archery)

    • Tom Cruise (actor)

    from Das/ Behari

    • You are charitable.

    • You may travel frequently for your earning .

    • You serve your parents and teachers with full devotion.

    • However, you may have to undergo several sorrows of life before attaining results.

    Description of the Four Padaa (quarters) of Chitra - for the Male only* - from: Shil-Ponde. (1939). Hindu Astrology Joytisha-Shastra . p 105:

    • same as pada-3

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