The Sun is considered as the King of all the planets, and when placed in Krittika Nakshatra, it brings an immense amount of power and energy to the chart. Krittika literally means "The Cutter," and it is ruled by Agni, the God of Fire. This nakshatra spans from 26 degrees 40 minutes of Aries to 10 degrees of Taurus, and it comprises four padas each having different characteristics.