Citrā

Citrā, ruled by the celestial architect Tvaṣṭṛ, is associated with brilliance, design, beauty, and craftsmanship. Its symbol is a shining jewel. Many connect it with artistry, charisma, and the gift of creating beautiful, well-formed things.

Stable attributes

Deity: Tvaṣṭṛ (Viśvakarman)
Symbol: Bright jewel / pearl
Graha lord: Mars (Maṅgala)
Gaṇa: Rākṣasa
Yoni: Tiger (female)
Nāḍī: Pitta

Śakti

The power to accumulate merit and design (puṇya-cayanī śakti)

Pada	Rāśi	Navāṃśa	Sound
1	Virgo	Leo	Pe (पे)
2	Virgo	Virgo	Po (पो)
3	Libra	Libra	Ra (रा)
4	Libra	Scorpio	Ri (री)

Related ślokas

BG 7.7

मत्तः परतरं नान्यत्किञ्चिदस्ति धनञ्जय |

Why this verse: All things strung on the divine like gems on a thread resonates with Citrā's jewel-like artistry and design.

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