Chitra

Chitra

Chitra (चित्र, feminine चित्रा) is a Sanskrit adjective meaning "excellent, distinguished; bright, bright-coloured". As a noun, it may refer to:

  • Chitra, the Sanskrit name of Spica virginis
    • in Hindu astrology, the corresponding nakshatra (lunar mansion).
    • a common Hindu given name for girls born under said nakshatra
  • Chitra is a major nadi mentioned in Shiva Samhita containing Brahmarandhra (ब्रह्मरन्ध्रं, "door to Brahm", see Sahasrara)



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