October 2050 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Nija Bhadrapada (until 15.10), Ashwina (from 16.10). Periods: all month — Chaturmasya; until 15.10 — Pitru Paksha; 16–24.10 — Sharad Navaratri (autumn). Major festivals: 15.10 Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya; 16.10 Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana; 23.10 Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami); 24.10 Maha Navami; 25.10 Vijayadashami (Dussehra); 29.10 Sharad Purnima (Kojagari). 30.10 — lunar eclipse, total (visible until setting).
Icons this month (22)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 2.10 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. - 9.10 Sun — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Yoga Siddha, Pushya after 09:41
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. - 19.10 Wed — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Saumya until 16:47
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 21.10 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira
Mula (sharp): for drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies. - 24.10 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 28.10 Fri — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra after 12:41
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Festivals
- 3.10 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja)
- 3.10 Mon Bharani Shraddha
- 7.10 Fri Kalashtami
- 7.10 Fri Madhya Ashtami (Pitru Paksha)
- 8.10 Sat Avidhava Navami (Matri Navami)
- 11.10 Tue Indira Ekadashi
- 12.10 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 13.10 Thu Masik Shivaratri
- 14.10 Fri Ghata Chaturdashi (Shastrahata Shraddha)
- 15.10 Sat Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya
- 15.10 Sat Bhadrapada Amavasya
- 15.10 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 16.10 Sun Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 17.10 Mon Tula Sankranti
- 18.10 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 19.10 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 21.10 Fri Skanda Shashti
- 21.10 Fri Saraswati Avahana
- 23.10 Sun Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)
- 24.10 Mon Maha Navami
- 25.10 Tue Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
- 26.10 Wed Papankusha Ekadashi
- 27.10 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 29.10 Sat Sharad Purnima (Kojagari)
- 29.10 Sat Ashwina Purnima
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–21:00
- 4.10 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:38–18:09
- 5.10 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 7.10 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:27–06:46 (08.10)
- 9.10 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 06:48–23:42
- 9.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:48–23:42
- 19.10 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:08–22:11
- 19.10 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:08–22:11
- 22.10 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 23:19–03:52 (23.10)
- 23.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:16–22:35
- 24.10 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:18–21:20
- 28.10 Fri Amrita Siddhi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10)
- 28.10 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10)
- 30.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:31–07:54
- 30.10 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 05:56–07:33 (31.10)
- 31.10 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:26–07:35 (01.11)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 5.10 Wed — Vyatipata
- 7.10 Fri — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Yoga Parigha
- 10.10 Mon — Krakacha Yoga, Jwalamukhi Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 11.10 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 14.10 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
- 15.10 Sat — Anandadi: Mrityu, Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) (unfavourable day)
- 17.10 Mon — Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 26.10 Wed — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka
- 29.10 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Kshaya tithi, Eclipse (unfavourable day)
- 30.10 Sun — Eclipse, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kaladanda (unfavourable day)
- 31.10 Mon — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Eclipse nearby
Sky this month
- 15.10 New moon (Amavasya) 23:48
- 17.10 Tula Sankranti 21:05 — the Sun enters Tula (Libra)
- 30.10 Full moon (Purnima) 06:16
- 30.10 Lunar eclipse, total, greatest eclipse 06:20, magnitude 1.054
visible until setting: 04:44–07:43, maximum eclipse here 06:20, magnitude 1.054
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- until 15.10 Pitru Paksha
- 16–24.10 Sharad Navaratri (autumn)
- 28.09 00:04 – 1.10 23:19 Agni Panchaka
- 25.10 08:32 – 29.10 10:12 Agni Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Pramoda (No. 4, “joy, merriment”) — A year of joy: festivities and contentment; favourable for family events. more
Northern samvatsara: Subhanu. Shaka Samvat 1972, Vikram Samvat 2107, Kali Yuga 5151.
Nija Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. more
Ashwina (Isha) — The month of the Goddess: Sharad Navaratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Sharad Purnima; at its end — Diwali. more
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Panchaka Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-pratipat |
At sunrise 06:32
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 16:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 23:19 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 16:52 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:42 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:42 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 16:52 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 16:57 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 16:57 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:19 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 03:16 (02.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:32 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:05 |
| End of twilight | 18:41 |
| Moonrise | 18:04 |
| Moonset | 07:25 |
| Day length | 11 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:57 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (06:32–18:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-pratipat
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:32–23:19
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:32–23:19 Anandadi: Saumya 23:19–06:34 (02.10)
- Agni Panchaka: 00:04 (28.09)–23:19
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:58–04:42 (02.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:53–05:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 18:05–18:30 |
| Pradosha | 18:05–20:34 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–00:44 (02.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:11–22:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:25–10:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:45–15:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:32–07:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:32–07:18, 07:18–08:04 |
| Varjyam | 12:40–14:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:32–11:18, 15:52–16:56, 17:40–18:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:32–11:18, 15:52–16:56, 17:40–18:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:32–11:18, 15:52–16:56, 17:40–18:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:32–14:01, 15:52–18:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 16:57, Krishna-dvitya from 16:57; lagna Kanya 06:32, Tula 08:17, Vrischika 11:18, Dhanu 14:01, Makara 15:52, Kumbha 16:56, Mina 17:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 06:32–23:19+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:32–23:19+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:32–16:52+1 Auspicious tithi 06:32–16:570 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Yoga Vyaghata 16:52–19:53−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 06:32–23:19−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:32–23:19
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvitya, Krishna-tritya |
At sunrise 06:34
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 13:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 21:00 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 13:04 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:42 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:04 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 13:42 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 13:42 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:00 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 00:16 (03.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:34 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:02 |
| End of twilight | 18:39 |
| Moonrise | 18:33 |
| Moonset | 08:52 |
| Day length | 11 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 7, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:42 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvitya, Krishna-tritya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–21:00
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 21:00–06:36 (03.10)
Anandadi: Ananda 06:34–21:00 Anandadi: Kaladanda 21:00–06:36 (03.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:16–10:58 (03.10); Bhadra Puchha 07:15–08:19 (03.10); Bhadra Mukha 08:19–10:05 (03.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:54–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:59 |
| Godhuli | 18:02–18:27 |
| Pradosha | 18:02–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–00:44 (03.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:30–15:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:36–18:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:18–13:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:10–16:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:30–17:16 |
| Varjyam | 17:24–18:50, 05:54–07:23 (03.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:34–11:14, 13:42–18:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:34–11:14, 13:42–18:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:34–11:14, 15:48–16:52, 17:36–18:02 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:34–11:14, 13:42–18:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 13:42, Krishna-tritya from 13:42; lagna Kanya 06:34, Tula 08:13, Vrischika 11:14, Dhanu 13:57, Makara 15:48, Kumbha 16:52, Mina 17:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–21:00+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:34–21:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:34–21:00+1 Auspicious tithi 06:34–13:420 Yoga Harshana 13:04–06:36 (03.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Yoga Harshana; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja) · Bharani Shraddha |
At sunrise 06:36
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 19:15 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 09:40 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:58 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:40 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 10:58 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 10:58 | karana Bava |
| from 19:15 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 21:50 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:36 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:59 |
| End of twilight | 18:36 |
| Moonrise | 19:08 |
| Moonset | 10:15 |
| Day length | 11 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (06:36–17:59) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:36–10:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 19:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bharani Shraddha · Pitris (ancestors)
A day of Pitru Paksha under the Bharani nakshatra: shraddha on this day is equated with a pilgrimage to Gaya; it is especially recommended for those who died within the past year.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:26–15:43
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturti
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 06:36–19:15 Anandadi: Sthira 19:15–06:38 (04.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:16–10:58; Bhadra Puchha 07:15–08:19; Bhadra Mukha 08:19–10:05
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:55–05:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:57 |
| Godhuli | 17:59–18:25 |
| Pradosha | 17:59–20:31 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–00:44 (04.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:48–16:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:01–09:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:52–12:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:43–15:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:40–13:26, 14:57–15:43 |
| Varjyam | 05:54–07:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:36–10:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:36–10:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:36–10:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:36–13:53, 15:44–16:48, 17:32–17:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-tritya until 10:58, Krishna-chaturti from 10:58; lagna Kanya 06:36, Tula 08:09, Vrischika 11:10, Dhanu 13:53, Makara 15:44, Kumbha 16:48, Mina 17:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 10:58–17:59: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:36–19:15+1 Yoga Harshana 06:36–09:40+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:36–10:580 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Yoga Vajra 09:40–10:43−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:36–10:58−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:36–19:15−1 Rikta tithi 10:58–06:38 (04.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-panchami |
At sunrise 06:38
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 08:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 18:09 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 06:47 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:52 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:47 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 08:52 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 08:52 | karana Kaulava |
| from 18:09 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 20:05 | karana Taitila |
| from 04:30 (05.10) | yoga Vyatipata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:38 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:57 |
| End of twilight | 18:34 |
| Moonrise | 19:49 |
| Moonset | 11:30 |
| Day length | 11 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:52 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (06:38–17:57) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-panchami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:38–18:09
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:52–06:40 (05.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 18:09–06:40 (05.10) Anandadi: Gada 06:38–18:09
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:57–05:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:56 |
| Godhuli | 17:57–18:22 |
| Pradosha | 17:57–20:29 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–00:44 (05.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:52–17:23 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:07–16:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:28–10:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:17–13:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:54–09:39, 23:02–23:53 |
| Varjyam | 06:42–08:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:52–11:06, 15:40–16:44, 17:28–17:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:52–11:06, 15:40–16:44, 17:28–17:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:52–11:06, 15:40–16:44, 17:28–17:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:52–13:49, 15:40–16:44, 17:28–17:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 08:52, Krishna-panchami from 08:52; lagna Kanya 06:38, Tula 08:05, Vrischika 11:06, Dhanu 13:49, Makara 15:40, Kumbha 16:44, Mina 17:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 06:38–08:52: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:38–18:09+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:47–04:30 (05.10)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:52–06:40 (05.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:52–06:40 (05.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Pitru Paksha−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:38–18:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 06:38–08:52
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-shashti |
At sunrise 06:40
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 07:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 17:49 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 02:49 (06.10) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:30 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:30 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 07:30 | karana Gara |
| from 17:49 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 19:07 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:49 (06.10) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:40 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:54 |
| End of twilight | 18:31 |
| Moonrise | 20:39 |
| Moonset | 12:34 |
| Day length | 11 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:30 | from 17:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (06:40–17:49) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (17:49–17:54) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-shashti
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Ravi Yoga 17:49–06:42 (06.10)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:30–17:49
Anandadi: Shubha 06:40–17:49 Anandadi: Amrita 17:49–06:42 (06.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:07–07:53
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:58–05:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:09–14:54 |
| Godhuli | 17:54–18:20 |
| Pradosha | 17:54–20:28 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:44 (06.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:40–16:14 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:17–13:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:04–09:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:53–12:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Varjyam | 09:56–11:30, 23:31–01:09 (06.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:40–13:45, 15:36–16:40, 17:24–17:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Rohini until 17:49, Mrigashirsha from 17:49; tithi Krishna-panchami until 07:30, Krishna-shashti from 07:30; lagna Kanya 06:40, Tula 08:01, Vrischika 11:02, Dhanu 13:45, Makara 15:36, Kumbha 16:40, Mina 17:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 17:49) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 17:49) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 06:40–17:54: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:40–17:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:40–17:49+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:40–07:300 Ravi Yoga 17:49–06:42 (06.10)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:30–17:49 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−3 Vyatipata 06:40–02:49 (06.10)
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-saptami |
At sunrise 06:42
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 18:15 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 01:47 (07.10) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:55 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:55 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 06:55 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:15 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 18:56 | karana Bava |
| from 01:47 (07.10) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:42 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:52 |
| End of twilight | 18:28 |
| Moonrise | 21:37 |
| Moonset | 13:28 |
| Day length | 11 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 0, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (06:42–17:52) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:55–17:52: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-saptami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:42–18:15
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:42–06:55
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:42–18:15 Anandadi: Kana 18:15–06:44 (07.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:55–18:56; Bhadra Puchha 11:46–12:59; Bhadra Mukha 12:59–15:00
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:59–05:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:08–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:52–18:17 |
| Pradosha | 17:52–20:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:43 (07.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:18–10:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:40–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:42–08:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:29–10:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:25–11:10, 14:53–15:38 |
| Varjyam | 03:05–04:45 (07.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:55–10:58, 15:33–16:36, 17:20–17:52
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:55–10:58, 15:33–16:36, 17:20–17:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:55–10:58, 15:33–16:36, 17:20–17:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:42–13:41, 15:33–16:36, 17:20–17:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-shashti until 06:55, Krishna-saptami from 06:55; lagna Kanya 06:42, Tula 07:57, Vrischika 10:58, Dhanu 13:41, Makara 15:33, Kumbha 16:36, Mina 17:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:42–18:15+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:42–18:15+1 Yoga Variyana 06:42–01:47 (07.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:42–18:15 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:42–06:55 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Pitru Paksha−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:55–18:56
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| Festivals | Kalashtami · Madhya Ashtami (Pitru Paksha) |
At sunrise 06:44
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 07:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 19:27 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 01:19 (08.10) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:08 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:08 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 07:08 | karana Balava |
| from 19:27 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 19:32 | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:19 (08.10) | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:44 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:49 |
| End of twilight | 18:26 |
| Moonrise | 22:39 |
| Moonset | 14:10 |
| Day length | 11 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:08 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:49–20:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Madhya Ashtami (Pitru Paksha) · Pitris (ancestors)
The middle of Pitru Paksha: shraddha for ancestors who departed on the eighth lunar day; on this day many also observe the Mahalakshmi and Jivitputrika Vrats.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:23–15:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ashtami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:27–06:46 (08.10)
Krakacha Yoga 06:44–07:08 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:44–07:08 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:08–06:46 (08.10)
Anandadi: Padma 06:44–19:27 Anandadi: Lumbaka 19:27–06:46 (08.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:01–05:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:07–14:52 |
| Godhuli | 17:49–18:15 |
| Pradosha | 17:49–20:24 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:43 (08.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:57–10:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:53–12:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:03–16:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:07–09:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:57–09:41, 12:39–13:23 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:44–07:08
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:44–07:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:44–07:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:44–13:38, 15:29–16:32, 17:16–17:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-saptami until 07:08, Krishna-ashtami from 07:08; lagna Kanya 06:44, Tula 07:53, Vrischika 10:54, Dhanu 13:38, Makara 15:29, Kumbha 16:32, Mina 17:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:08–17:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:44–19:27+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:44–07:080 Krakacha Yoga 06:44–07:08−1 Ashtami 07:08–06:46 (08.10)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:08–06:46 (08.10)−1 Yoga Parigha 06:44–13:33−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:44–19:27−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:08–06:46 (08.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-navami |
| Festivals | Avidhava Navami (Matri Navami) |
At sunrise 06:46
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 08:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 21:19 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 01:22 (09.10) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:06 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:06 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 08:06 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:49 | karana Gara |
| from 21:19 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 01:22 (09.10) | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:46 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:47 |
| End of twilight | 18:23 |
| Moonrise | 23:45 |
| Moonset | 14:43 |
| Day length | 11 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:06 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:46–17:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Avidhava Navami (Matri Navami) · Pitris (ancestors)
Shraddha for mothers and married women who died before their husbands; it is performed on the ninth day of Pitru Paksha.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:22–15:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-navami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:06–06:48 (09.10)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:46–21:19 Anandadi: Mitra 21:19–06:48 (09.10)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:02–05:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:06–14:50 |
| Godhuli | 17:47–18:13 |
| Pradosha | 17:47–20:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:43 (09.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:44–20:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:31–10:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:39–15:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:46–08:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:46–07:30, 07:30–08:14 |
| Varjyam | 08:23–10:06, 06:07–07:52 (09.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:46–08:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 08:06, Krishna-navami from 08:06; lagna Kanya 06:46, Tula 07:49, Vrischika 10:50, Dhanu 13:34, Makara 15:25, Kumbha 16:29, Mina 17:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 06:46–08:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 08:06–17:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:06–06:48 (09.10)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:46–21:19+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:46–21:19+1 Yoga Shiva 06:46–01:22 (09.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:46–08:06−2 Rikta tithi 08:06–06:48 (09.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Yoga Siddha; auspicious time — after 09:41 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dashami |
At sunrise 06:48
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 09:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 23:42 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 01:49 (10.10) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 09:41 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:41 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 09:41 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:40 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:42 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 01:49 (10.10) | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:48 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:44 |
| End of twilight | 18:21 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 15:10 |
| Day length | 10 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:41 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (06:48–17:44) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dashami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Pushya Yoga 06:48–23:42 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:48–23:42
Jwalamukhi Yoga 23:42–06:50 (10.10)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:48–23:42 Anandadi: Vajra 23:42–06:50 (10.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 22:40–11:45 (10.10); Bhadra Puchha 00:40–01:58 (10.10); Bhadra Mukha 01:58–04:09 (10.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:04–05:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:05–14:49 |
| Godhuli | 17:44–18:10 |
| Pradosha | 17:44–20:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:43 (10.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:40–18:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:22–17:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:16–13:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:00–16:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:16–17:00 |
| Varjyam | 06:07–07:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:41–10:46, 15:21–16:25, 17:08–17:44
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:41–10:46, 15:21–16:25, 17:08–17:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:41–10:46, 15:21–16:25, 17:08–17:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:41–13:30, 15:21–16:25, 17:08–17:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-navami until 09:41, Krishna-dashami from 09:41; lagna Kanya 06:48, Tula 07:45, Vrischika 10:46, Dhanu 13:30, Makara 15:21, Kumbha 16:25, Mina 17:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 06:48–09:41: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 09:41
+4 Ravi Pushya Yoga 06:48–23:42+2 Yoga Siddha 06:48–01:49 (10.10)+2 Pushya 06:48–23:42+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:48–23:420 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−2 Rikta tithi 06:48–09:41
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Jwalamukhi Yoga Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:50
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 02:29 (11.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 02:34 (11.10) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:45 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:45 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:45 | karana Bava |
| from 00:55 (11.10) | karana Balava |
| from 02:29 (11.10) | nakshatra Magha |
| from 02:34 (11.10) | yoga Shubha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:50 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:41 |
| End of twilight | 18:18 |
| Moonrise | 00:52 |
| Moonset | 15:32 |
| Day length | 10 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:45 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:50–11:45: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ekadashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 06:50–11:45 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:45–06:52 (11.10) Krakacha Yoga 11:45–06:52 (11.10)
Anandadi: Saumya 06:50–02:29 (11.10) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 02:29–06:52 (11.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 22:40 (09.10)–11:45; Bhadra Puchha 00:40–01:58; Bhadra Mukha 01:58–04:09
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:19–12:11
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:46–09:13 (11.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:05–05:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:04–14:48 |
| Godhuli | 17:41–18:08 |
| Pradosha | 17:41–20:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:43 (11.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:42–02:29 (11.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:11–09:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:54–12:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:37–14:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:37–13:21, 14:48–15:31 |
| Varjyam | 13:59–15:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:17–16:21, 17:04–17:41
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 15:17–16:21, 17:04–17:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 15:17–16:21, 17:04–17:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-dashami until 11:45, Krishna-ekadashi from 11:45; lagna Kanya 06:50, Tula 07:41, Vrischika 10:42, Dhanu 13:26, Makara 15:17, Kumbha 16:21, Mina 17:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 06:50–11:45: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:50–02:29 (11.10)+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:50–02:34 (11.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:50–02:29 (11.10)−1 Bhadra on earth 06:50–11:45−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:45–06:52 (11.10)−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 06:50–11:45−3 Krakacha Yoga 11:45–06:52 (11.10)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| Festivals | Indira Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:52
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 14:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 05:27 (12.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 03:27 (12.10) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:08 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:08 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:08 | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:24 (12.10) | karana Taitila |
| from 03:27 (12.10) | yoga Shukla |
| from 05:27 (12.10) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:52 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:39 |
| End of twilight | 18:16 |
| Moonrise | 01:59 |
| Moonset | 15:51 |
| Day length | 10 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 1, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (06:52–17:39) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Indira Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of Pitru Paksha (dark half of Bhadrapada). The fast is dedicated to the ancestors: its merit is offered to the departed, and shraddha is performed.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:45 (10.10)–14:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:54–09:02 (12.10)
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvadashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–14:08
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:52–05:27 (12.10) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:27–06:54 (12.10)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:46 (10.10)–09:13
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:06–05:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:03–14:46 |
| Godhuli | 17:39–18:05 |
| Pradosha | 17:39–20:18 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:43 (12.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:45–04:33 (12.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:57–16:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:34–10:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:15–13:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:01–09:44, 22:57–23:50 |
| Varjyam | 15:58–17:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:52–13:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 14:08, Krishna-dvadashi from 14:08; lagna Kanya 06:52, Tula 07:37, Vrischika 10:38, Dhanu 13:22, Makara 15:13, Kumbha 16:17, Mina 17:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:52–03:27 (12.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:52–05:27 (12.10)−1 Gandanta 06:52–09:13−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:52–05:27 (12.10)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–14:08
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 16:40 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 06:54
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 16:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 08:29 (13.10) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 04:24 (13.10) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 16:40 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:40 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 16:40 | karana Gara |
| from 04:24 (13.10) | yoga Brahma |
| from 05:57 (13.10) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:54 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:36 |
| End of twilight | 18:13 |
| Moonrise | 03:06 |
| Moonset | 16:09 |
| Day length | 10 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:40 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (06:54–17:36) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:36–20:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvadashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:54–16:40
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:40–06:56 (13.10)
Anandadi: Sthira all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:08–06:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:02–14:45 |
| Godhuli | 17:36–18:03 |
| Pradosha | 17:36–20:16 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:43 (13.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:17–03:05 (13.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:15–13:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:14–09:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:55–12:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Varjyam | 14:28–16:16 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:54–10:34, 15:09–16:13, 16:57–17:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:54–10:34, 15:09–16:13, 16:57–17:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:54–10:34, 15:09–16:13, 16:57–17:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:54–13:18, 15:09–16:13, 16:57–17:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 16:40, Krishna-trayodashi from 16:40; lagna Kanya 06:54, Tula 07:33, Vrischika 10:34, Dhanu 13:18, Makara 15:09, Kumbha 16:13, Mina 16:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 16:40
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:54–16:40+1 Anandadi: Sthira all day+1 Yoga Shukla 06:54–04:24 (13.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:40–06:56 (13.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Matanga; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:56
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 19:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 08:29 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 05:19 (14.10) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 19:12 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:29 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 19:12 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 19:12 | karana Vishti |
| from 05:19 (14.10) | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:56 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:34 |
| End of twilight | 18:11 |
| Moonrise | 04:13 |
| Moonset | 16:26 |
| Day length | 10 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:29 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (06:56–08:29) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (08:29–17:34) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:49–00:43 (14.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-trayodashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:29–06:58 (14.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:12–06:58 (14.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 08:29–06:58 (14.10) Anandadi: Gada 06:56–08:29
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:12–08:26 (14.10); Bhadra Mukha 19:12–21:24; Bhadra Puchha 07:05–08:24 (14.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:09–06:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:01–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:34–18:01 |
| Pradosha | 17:34–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:43 (14.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:22–05:09 (14.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:35–14:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:56–08:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:35–10:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:29–11:11, 14:44–15:26 |
| Varjyam | 16:35–18:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:29–13:14, 15:05–16:09, 16:53–17:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 08:29, Uttara-Phalguni from 08:29; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Kanya 06:56, Tula 07:29, Vrischika 10:31, Dhanu 13:14, Makara 15:05, Kumbha 16:09, Mina 16:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 08:29) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 08:29) — destruction of all diseases; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:56–05:19 (14.10)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:29–06:58 (14.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:29–06:58 (14.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Anandadi: Gada 06:56–08:29−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:56–08:29−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:29–06:58 (14.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra) Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| Festivals | Ghata Chaturdashi (Shastrahata Shraddha) |
At sunrise 06:58
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 21:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 11:27 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 06:05 (15.10) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:26 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:26 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 11:27 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 21:37 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 21:37 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 06:05 (15.10) | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:58 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:31 |
| End of twilight | 18:09 |
| Moonrise | 05:21 |
| Moonset | 16:44 |
| Day length | 10 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:27 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (06:58–11:27) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (11:27–17:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:58–08:26: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 08:26–17:31: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:58–17:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Ghata Chaturdashi (Shastrahata Shraddha) · Pitris (ancestors)
Shraddha for those who died a violent death — by weapons or in an accident; it is performed on the fourteenth day of Pitru Paksha.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:18–15:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shubha 06:58–11:27 Anandadi: Amrita 11:27–07:00 (15.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:12 (13.10)–08:26; Bhadra Mukha 19:12–21:24 (13.10); Bhadra Puchha 07:05–08:24
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:11–06:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:00–14:42 |
| Godhuli | 17:31–17:58 |
| Pradosha | 17:31–20:13 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:43 (15.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:55–12:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:53–16:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:17–09:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:05–09:47, 12:36–13:18 |
| Varjyam | 20:49–22:36 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 11:27, Hasta from 11:27; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Kanya 06:58, Tula 07:26, Vrischika 10:27, Dhanu 13:10, Makara 15:01, Kumbha 16:05, Mina 16:49, Mesha 17:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 11:27) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 11:27) — imparting radiance (to the person); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:58–17:31: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Yoga Indra 06:58–06:05 (15.10)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:58–11:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:58–11:27+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:58–08:26−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:58–21:37
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Yamaghanta Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Amavasya |
| Festivals | Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya · Shani Amavasya · Bhadrapada Amavasya |
At sunrise 07:00
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 23:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 14:14 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 06:41 (16.10) more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:44 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:44 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 14:14 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 23:48 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 23:48 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 06:41 (16.10) | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:00 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:29 |
| End of twilight | 18:06 |
| Moonrise | 06:29 |
| Moonset | 17:03 |
| Day length | 10 h 28 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 23:48 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:00–14:14) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (14:14–17:29) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Chatushpada 07:00–10:44: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 10:44–17:29: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The main day of Pitru Paksha: shraddha for all ancestors, including those whose date of death is unknown. Navaratri begins the next day; in Bengal Mahalaya is the invocation of Durga to earth.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:17–15:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)
A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:37 (14.10)–23:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhadrapada Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Bhadrapada — Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya: the end of Pitru Paksha, shraddha for all ancestors.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:37 (14.10)–23:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Amavasya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 07:00–14:14
Anandadi: Mrityu 07:00–14:14 Anandadi: Kana 14:14–07:02 (16.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 23:22–00:14 (16.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:12–06:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:59–14:41 |
| Godhuli | 17:29–17:56 |
| Pradosha | 17:29–20:12 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:43 (16.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:32–09:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:37–10:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:33–14:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:00–08:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:00–07:42, 07:42–08:24 |
| Varjyam | 23:04–00:51 (16.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:00–13:06, 14:57–16:01, 16:45–17:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Hasta until 14:14, Chitra from 14:14; tithi Amavasya; lagna Kanya 07:00, Tula 07:22, Vrischika 10:23, Dhanu 13:06, Makara 14:57, Kumbha 16:01, Mina 16:45, Mesha 17:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 14:14) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 14:14) — improvement of well-being; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 07:00–17:29: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 07:00–17:29: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −12
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu, Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya, Vaidhriti
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:00–14:140 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Amavasya 07:00–23:48−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:00–14:14−3 Vaidhriti 07:00–06:41 (16.10)−3 Yamaghanta 07:00–14:14
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 1 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana |
At sunrise 07:02
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 01:42 (17.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 16:46 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 07:03 (17.10) more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 12:48 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:48 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 16:46 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 01:42 (17.10) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 01:42 (17.10) | karana Balava |
| from 07:03 (17.10) | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:02 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:26 |
| End of twilight | 18:04 |
| Moonrise | 07:37 |
| Moonset | 17:25 |
| Day length | 10 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:46 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:02–16:46) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (16:46–17:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Kimstughna 07:02–12:48: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The start of the autumn (Sharad) Navaratri — the principal one of the year. The kalasha is installed in the morning, in the first third of the day, while Pratipada lasts (if that is not possible — at Abhijit Muhurta); for nine nights the nine forms of Durga are worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:48 (15.10)–01:42 (17.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 07:02–10:30
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:53–12:35
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 1
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:02–01:42 (17.10)
Anandadi: Padma 07:02–16:46 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:46–07:04 (17.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:14–06:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:58–14:40 |
| Godhuli | 17:26–17:54 |
| Pradosha | 17:26–20:10 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:42 (17.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:41–11:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:08–17:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:14–13:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:50–16:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:03–16:45 |
| Varjyam | 22:52–00:37 (17.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:02–10:19, 14:53–15:57, 16:41–17:22
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:02–10:19, 14:53–15:57, 16:41–17:22 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:02–10:19, 14:53–15:57, 16:41–17:22 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:02–13:02, 14:53–15:57, 16:41–17:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Chitra until 16:46, Swati from 16:46; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Kanya 07:02, Tula 07:18, Vrischika 10:19, Dhanu 13:02, Makara 14:53, Kumbha 15:57, Mina 16:41, Mesha 17:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 16:46) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 16:46) — relief from all suffering; Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:02–16:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:02–16:460 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:46–07:04 (17.10)0 Yoga Vishkambha 07:02–07:54−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:02–01:42 (17.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 2 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Tula Sankranti |
At sunrise 07:04
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 03:15 (18.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 18:58 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 07:07 (18.10) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:32 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:32 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 18:58 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 03:15 (18.10) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 03:15 (18.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:04 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:24 |
| End of twilight | 18:01 |
| Moonrise | 08:45 |
| Moonset | 17:51 |
| Day length | 10 h 19 min |
Sky
| Tula Sankranti | 21:05 — the Sun enters Tula (Libra) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 5, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:04–17:24) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Tula Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Libra. In Karnataka it is Tula Sankramana, the festival of the river Kaveri at its source in Talakaveri.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 17:05–17:24
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 2
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:04–03:15 (18.10) Yamaghanta 18:58–07:06 (18.10)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:04–18:58 Anandadi: Mitra 18:58–07:06 (18.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:15–06:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:57–14:39 |
| Godhuli | 17:24–17:51 |
| Pradosha | 17:24–20:08 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:42 (18.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:21–11:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:22–09:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:56–12:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:31–14:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:35–13:16, 14:39–15:20 |
| Varjyam | 00:59–02:43 (18.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:04–12:58, 14:49–15:53, 16:37–17:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Kanya 07:04, Tula 07:14, Vrischika 10:15, Dhanu 12:58, Makara 14:49, Kumbha 15:53, Mina 16:37, Mesha 17:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 21:05 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:04–18:58+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:04–18:58+1 Yoga Priti all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:04–03:15 (18.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Sankranti day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:04–03:15 (18.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shrivatsa |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 3 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 07:06
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 04:23 (19.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 20:47 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 07:07 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:52 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:07 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 15:52 | karana Gara |
| from 20:47 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 04:23 (19.10) | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 04:23 (19.10) | karana Vanija |
| from 06:53 (19.10) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:06 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:22 |
| End of twilight | 17:59 |
| Moonrise | 09:52 |
| Moonset | 18:23 |
| Day length | 10 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:06–17:22) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection.
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:22–18:23
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:22–18:23
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 3
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:06–04:23 (19.10) Ravi Yoga 20:47–07:08 (19.10)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:06–20:47 Anandadi: Vajra 20:47–07:08 (19.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:16–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:56–14:37 |
| Godhuli | 17:22–17:49 |
| Pradosha | 17:22–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (19.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:19–13:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:48–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:40–10:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:14–13:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:09–09:50, 22:52–23:47 |
| Varjyam | 01:01–02:43 (19.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:06–10:11, 14:45–15:49, 16:33–17:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:06–10:11, 14:45–15:49, 16:33–17:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:06–10:11, 14:45–15:49, 16:33–17:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:06–12:54, 14:45–15:49, 16:33–17:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Kanya 07:06, Tula 07:10, Vrischika 10:11, Dhanu 12:54, Makara 14:45, Kumbha 15:49, Mina 16:33, Mesha 17:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:06–04:23 (19.10)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:06–20:47+1 Yoga Priti 07:06–07:07+1 Auspicious tithi 07:06–04:23 (19.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 16:47 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 4 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 07:08
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 05:03 (20.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 22:11 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 06:16 (20.10) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 16:47 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:47 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 22:11 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 05:03 (20.10) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 05:03 (20.10) | karana Bava |
| from 06:16 (20.10) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:08 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:19 |
| End of twilight | 17:57 |
| Moonrise | 10:55 |
| Moonset | 19:03 |
| Day length | 10 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:08–17:19) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:47–17:19: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 4: Kushmanda · Durga
Navaratri day. Kushmanda — she who created the universe with her smile; grants health and strength.
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:13–13:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 4
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:08–22:11 Ravi Yoga 07:08–22:11 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:08–22:11
Anandadi: Saumya 07:08–22:11 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 22:11–07:10 (20.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 16:47–05:03 (20.10); Bhadra Mukha 16:43–18:46; Bhadra Puchha 03:49–05:03 (20.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:55–14:36 |
| Godhuli | 17:19–17:47 |
| Pradosha | 17:19–20:05 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (20.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:11–12:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:14–13:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:24–09:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:57–12:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Varjyam | 04:00–05:39 (20.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Tula 07:08, Vrischika 10:07, Dhanu 12:50, Makara 14:41, Kumbha 15:45, Mina 16:29, Mesha 17:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 07:08–17:19: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 16:47
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:08–22:11+2 Ravi Yoga 07:08–22:11+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:08–22:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:08–22:11+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:08–06:16 (20.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 16:47–05:03 (20.10)−2 Rikta tithi 07:08–05:03 (20.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 5 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:13 (21.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 23:06 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 05:16 (21.10) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:12 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:12 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 23:06 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 05:13 (21.10) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 05:13 (21.10) | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:16 (21.10) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:17 |
| End of twilight | 17:54 |
| Moonrise | 11:53 |
| Moonset | 19:53 |
| Day length | 10 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:10–17:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 5: Skandamata · Durga
Navaratri day. Skandamata — the mother of Skanda, holding her son on her lap; grants motherly grace.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 5
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–05:13 (21.10) Ravi Yoga 23:06–07:12 (21.10)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–07:12 (21.10)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:10–23:06 Anandadi: Dhumra 23:06–07:12 (21.10)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:55–05:14 (21.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:48–05:36 (21.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:19–06:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:55–14:35 |
| Godhuli | 17:17–17:45 |
| Pradosha | 17:17–20:04 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (21.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:58–15:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:29–14:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:10–08:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:42–10:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:32–11:13, 14:35–15:15 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Tula 07:10, Vrischika 10:03, Dhanu 12:46, Makara 14:38, Kumbha 15:41, Mina 16:25, Mesha 17:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–05:13 (21.10)+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:10–05:16 (21.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:10–05:13 (21.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:10–23:06−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:10–23:06
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 6 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti · Saraswati Avahana |
At sunrise 07:12
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 04:49 (22.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 23:29 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 03:50 (22.10) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:05 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:05 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 23:29 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 03:50 (22.10) | yoga Sukarma |
| from 04:49 (22.10) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 04:49 (22.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:12 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:14 |
| End of twilight | 17:52 |
| Moonrise | 12:43 |
| Moonset | 20:53 |
| Day length | 10 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (07:12–17:14) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Katyayani · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband.
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:13–04:49 (22.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Saraswati Avahana · Saraswati
The invocation of Saraswati during Navaratri under the Mula nakshatra: books and musical instruments are placed before the goddess, and study is set aside until Vijayadashami.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:13–15:14
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 6
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:12–23:29 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–04:49 (22.10)
Krakacha Yoga 04:49–07:14 (22.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–07:14 (22.10)
Anandadi: Sthira 07:12–23:29 Anandadi: Vardhamana 23:29–07:14 (22.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:21–06:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:54–14:34 |
| Godhuli | 17:14–17:42 |
| Pradosha | 17:14–20:02 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (22.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:59–18:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:58–12:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:44–15:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:27–09:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:13–09:53, 12:33–13:13 |
| Varjyam | 21:51–23:29 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:12–09:59, 14:34–15:37, 16:21–17:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:12–09:59, 14:34–15:37, 16:21–17:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:12–09:59, 14:34–15:37, 16:21–17:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:12–12:42, 14:34–15:37, 16:21–17:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Tula 07:12, Vrischika 09:59, Dhanu 12:42, Makara 14:34, Kumbha 15:37, Mina 16:21, Mesha 17:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:12–23:29+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–04:49 (22.10)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:12–23:29+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 07:12–07:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:12–23:29
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:14
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 03:52 (23.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 23:19 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 01:57 (23.10) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:25 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:25 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 23:19 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 01:57 (23.10) | yoga Dhriti |
| from 03:52 (23.10) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 03:52 (23.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:14 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:12 |
| End of twilight | 17:50 |
| Moonrise | 13:24 |
| Moonset | 22:01 |
| Day length | 9 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (07:14–17:12) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 7: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 23:19–03:52 (23.10)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:14–03:52 (23.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:14–23:19 Anandadi: Rakshasa 23:19–07:16 (23.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:52–15:10 (23.10); Bhadra Puchha 05:33–06:40 (23.10); Bhadra Mukha 06:40–08:33 (23.10)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:22–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:53–14:33 |
| Godhuli | 17:12–17:40 |
| Pradosha | 17:12–20:01 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (23.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:33–20:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:44–10:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:28–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:14–08:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:14–07:54, 07:54–08:34 |
| Varjyam | 09:01–10:36, 07:04–08:37 (23.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:14–09:55, 14:30–15:34, 16:17–16:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:14–09:55, 14:30–15:34, 16:17–16:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:14–09:55, 14:30–15:34, 16:17–16:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Tula 07:14, Vrischika 09:55, Dhanu 12:39, Makara 14:30, Kumbha 15:34, Mina 16:17, Mesha 16:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:14–23:19+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:14–01:57 (23.10)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:14–03:52 (23.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 23:19–03:52 (23.10)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:14–23:19−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:14–03:52 (23.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; auspicious time — after 15:10 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) |
At sunrise 07:16
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:21 (24.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 22:35 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 23:37 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:10 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:10 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 22:35 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 23:37 | yoga Shula |
| from 02:21 (24.10) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:21 (24.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:16 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:10 |
| End of twilight | 17:48 |
| Moonrise | 13:59 |
| Moonset | 23:17 |
| Day length | 9 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (07:16–17:10) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:16–15:10: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) · Durga
The main day of Durga Puja: the Goddess is worshipped as Mahagauri, and Kanya Puja is performed. At the junction of Ashtami and Navami, Sandhi Puja is held — the time of the Goddess’s victory over Chanda and Munda.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:52–02:21 (24.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sandhi Puja: 01:57–02:45 (24.10)
Navaratri, day 8: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:16–22:35 Ravi Yoga 22:35–07:18 (24.10)
Anandadi: Amrita 07:16–16:49 Anandadi: Musala 16:49–00:07 (24.10) Anandadi: Gada 00:07–07:18 (24.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:11–15:10; Bhadra Puchha 05:33–06:40; Bhadra Mukha 06:40–08:33
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:52–14:31 |
| Godhuli | 17:10–17:38 |
| Pradosha | 17:10–19:59 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (24.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:23–17:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:55–17:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:13–13:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:41–15:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:50–16:30 |
| Varjyam | 07:04–08:37, 02:23–03:54 (24.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:16–12:35, 14:26–15:30, 16:13–16:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Tula 07:16, Vrischika 09:51, Dhanu 12:35, Makara 14:26, Kumbha 15:30, Mina 16:13, Mesha 16:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 07:16–17:10: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 15:10
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:16–22:35+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:16–16:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:16–22:35+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:16–23:370 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 16:49–00:07 (24.10)−1 Ashtami 07:16–02:21 (24.10)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:16–15:10
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 9 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Maha Navami |
At sunrise 07:18
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 00:18 (25.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 21:20 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 20:51 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:23 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:23 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 20:51 | yoga Ganda |
| from 21:20 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 00:18 (25.10) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 00:18 (25.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:18 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:07 |
| End of twilight | 17:45 |
| Moonrise | 14:27 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 9 h 48 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:18–17:07) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Maha Navami · Durga
The ninth and last day of Navaratri: worship of Siddhidatri; in South India — Ayudha Puja (blessing of tools and weapons) and the concluding homa.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:12–15:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 9: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 9
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:18–14:01 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:18–21:20 Ravi Yoga 21:20–07:21 (25.10) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 21:20–07:21 (25.10)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:18–21:20 Anandadi: Shubha 21:20–07:21 (25.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:25–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:51–14:30 |
| Godhuli | 17:07–17:36 |
| Pradosha | 17:07–19:58 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (25.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:29–13:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:32–09:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:59–12:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:26–14:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:32–13:12, 14:30–15:09 |
| Varjyam | 01:03–02:32 (25.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Tula 07:18, Vrischika 09:47, Dhanu 12:31, Makara 14:22, Kumbha 15:26, Mina 16:09, Mesha 16:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 07:18–17:07: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:18–21:20+2 Ravi Yoga 07:18–14:01+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:18–21:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:18–21:20+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−2 Rikta tithi 07:18–00:18 (25.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vijayadashami (Dussehra) |
At sunrise 07:21
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 21:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 19:37 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 17:43 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:06 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:06 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 17:43 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 19:37 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 21:48 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 21:48 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:21 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:05 |
| End of twilight | 17:43 |
| Moonrise | 14:52 |
| Moonset | 00:37 |
| Day length | 9 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) · Rama
The festival of the victory of good over evil: the victory of Rama over Ravana and of Durga over Mahishasura. Effigies of Ravana are burnt and Durga murtis are immersed in water; the day is favourable for new undertakings, especially at Vijaya Muhurta.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:11–15:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vijaya Muhurta: 13:50–14:29
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 07:21–21:48 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:48–07:23 (26.10)
Anandadi: Utpata 07:21–19:37 Anandadi: Mrityu 19:37–07:23 (26.10)
- Agni Panchaka: 08:32–10:12 (29.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:27–22:09
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:27–06:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:50–14:29 |
| Godhuli | 17:05–17:34 |
| Pradosha | 17:05–19:56 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (26.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:58–11:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:39–15:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:47–11:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:13–13:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:17–09:56, 22:48–23:45 |
| Varjyam | 02:12–03:39 (26.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Tula 07:21, Vrischika 09:43, Dhanu 12:27, Makara 14:18, Kumbha 15:22, Mina 16:05, Mesha 16:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = −1
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:21–19:37+1 Auspicious tithi 07:21–21:480 Anandadi: Utpata 07:21–19:37 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 08:32–07:23 (26.10)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:21–21:48
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Papankusha Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:23
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 18:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 17:32 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 14:15 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:25 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:25 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 14:15 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 17:32 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 18:56 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 18:56 | karana Bava |
| from 05:24 (27.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:23 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:03 |
| End of twilight | 17:41 |
| Moonrise | 15:15 |
| Moonset | 02:00 |
| Day length | 9 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (07:23–17:03) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:25–17:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Papankusha Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi after Vijayadashami. The name means “a hook for sins”: fasting and worship of Padmanabha (Vishnu) guard against downfall and free one from misdeeds.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:48 (25.10)–18:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:25–09:20 (27.10)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:23–17:32 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:56–07:25 (27.10)
Anandadi: Manasa 07:23–17:32 Anandadi: Padma 17:32–07:25 (27.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 08:25–18:56; Bhadra Puchha 12:36–13:39; Bhadra Mukha 13:39–15:25
- Agni Panchaka: 08:32 (25.10)–10:12 (29.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:49–14:28 |
| Godhuli | 17:03–17:31 |
| Pradosha | 17:03–19:55 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (27.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:57–12:25 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:13–13:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:35–09:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:00–12:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Varjyam | 23:18–00:44 (27.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:23–08:25
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:23–08:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:23–08:25 |
| Cutting toenails | good 07:23–08:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:23–12:23, 14:14–15:18, 16:01–16:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Tula 07:23, Vrischika 09:39, Dhanu 12:23, Makara 14:14, Kumbha 15:18, Mina 16:01, Mesha 16:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 08:25–17:03: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:23–17:32+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:23–17:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:23–17:32+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:23–14:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:23–18:560 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 08:25–18:56
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Dhruva, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:25
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 15:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 15:10 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 10:34 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:49 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:34 | yoga Vyaghata |
|---|---|
| from 15:10 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 15:49 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 15:49 | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:12 (28.10) | karana Taitila |
| from 06:44 (28.10) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:25 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:00 |
| End of twilight | 17:39 |
| Moonrise | 15:38 |
| Moonset | 03:25 |
| Day length | 9 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:10 | from 15:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (07:25–15:10) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (15:10–17:00) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:00–19:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chhatra 15:10–07:27 (28.10) Anandadi: Mudgara 07:25–15:10
- Agni Panchaka: 08:32 (25.10)–10:12 (29.10)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:48–14:27 |
| Godhuli | 17:00–17:29 |
| Pradosha | 17:00–19:54 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (28.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:57–09:24 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:24–14:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:25–08:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:49–11:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:37–11:15, 14:27–15:05 |
| Varjyam | 23:46–01:12 (28.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 15:58–16:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 15:58–16:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:25–09:36, 14:10–17:00 |
| Cutting toenails | good 15:58–16:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 15:58–16:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 15:10, Uttara-Bhadra from 15:10; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 15:49, Shukla-triodashi from 15:49; lagna Tula 07:25, Vrischika 09:36, Dhanu 12:19, Makara 14:10, Kumbha 15:14, Mina 15:58, Mesha 16:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 15:10) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 15:10) — a good life; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:25–10:34+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chhatra 15:10–07:27 (28.10)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:10–07:27 (28.10)0 Auspicious tithi 15:49–07:27 (28.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vyaghata 10:34–13:35−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 07:25–15:10−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:25–15:49−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:25–15:10
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja; auspicious time — after 12:41 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:27
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 12:34 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 12:41 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 02:54 (29.10) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:34 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:34 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 12:34 | karana Gara |
| from 12:41 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 22:56 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:54 (29.10) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:27 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:58 |
| End of twilight | 17:37 |
| Moonrise | 16:02 |
| Moonset | 04:52 |
| Day length | 9 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:34 | from 12:41 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (07:27–12:41) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (12:41–16:58) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 12:34–16:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10) Ravi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:27–12:41 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 12:41–07:29 (29.10)
- Agni Panchaka: 08:32 (25.10)–10:12 (29.10)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 04:49–15:37 (29.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:31–06:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:48–14:26 |
| Godhuli | 16:58–17:27 |
| Pradosha | 16:58–19:52 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (29.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:23–09:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:01–12:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:35–15:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:38–09:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:21–09:59, 12:32–13:10 |
| Varjyam | 23:27–00:53 (29.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:27–09:32
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:27–09:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:27–12:34 |
| Cutting toenails | good 07:27–09:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:27–12:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 12:41, Revati from 12:41; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 12:34, Shukla-chaturdashi from 12:34; lagna Tula 07:27, Vrischika 09:32, Dhanu 12:15, Makara 14:06, Kumbha 15:10, Mina 15:54, Mesha 16:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 12:41) — a good life; Revati (from 12:41) — increase in property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 12:34–16:58: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 12:41
+2 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:27–12:41+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:27–12:41+1 Yoga Harshana 07:27–02:54 (29.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:27–12:34+1 Ravi Yoga 12:41–07:29 (29.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Rikta tithi 12:34–07:29 (29.10)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sharad Purnima (Kojagari) · Ashwina Purnima |
At sunrise 07:29
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 10:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:09 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:20 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:20 | tithi Purnima (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 09:20 | karana Vishti |
| from 10:12 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 19:46 | karana Bava |
| from 23:09 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 06:16 (30.10) | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 06:16 (30.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:29 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:56 |
| End of twilight | 17:35 |
| Moonrise | 16:29 |
| Moonset | 06:18 |
| Day length | 9 h 26 min |
Sky
| Sutak | 19:44–07:31 (30.10) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:20 | from 10:12 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:29–10:12) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:20–16:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:29–09:20: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Sharad Purnima (Kojagari) · Lakshmi
The full moon when the Moon is “complete with all sixteen kalas”. The day is chosen so that Purnima prevails at midnight (Nishitha): people keep vigil at night and worship Lakshmi (“who is awake?” — Kojagari), set rice kheer out in the moonlight and eat it in the morning as prasad.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:44–00:43 (30.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ashwina Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Ashwina — Sharad Purnima (Kojagari), a night of vigil and Lakshmi Puja; Valmiki Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:20–06:16 (30.10)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–09:20 Ravi Yoga 07:29–10:12
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:29–10:12 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:20–06:16 (30.10)
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:29–10:12 Anandadi: Saumya 10:12–07:31 (30.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 09:20–10:12
- Bhadra in heaven: 10:12–19:46; Bhadra Puchha 16:08–17:11; Bhadra Mukha 17:11–18:55
- Agni Panchaka: 08:32 (25.10)–10:12
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 04:49–15:37
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:55–06:37 (30.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:33–06:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:47–14:25 |
| Godhuli | 16:56–17:25 |
| Pradosha | 16:56–19:51 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (30.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:03–09:29, 01:24–02:51 (30.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:51–11:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:23–14:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:29–08:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:29–08:07, 08:07–08:45 |
| Varjyam | 04:17–05:44 (30.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:29–12:11, 14:02–15:06, 15:50–16:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Revati until 10:12, Ashwini from 10:12; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 09:20, Purnima from 09:20; lagna Tula 07:29, Vrischika 09:28, Dhanu 12:11, Makara 14:02, Kumbha 15:06, Mina 15:50, Mesha 16:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 10:12) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 10:12) — joy; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:29–09:20: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 09:20–16:56: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 09:20–10:12: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −10
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:29–10:12+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:29–10:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:29–10:120 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:29–10:12 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–09:20 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 07:29–15:37−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 07:29–10:12−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:20–06:16 (30.10)−2 Rikta tithi 07:29–09:20−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:12–19:46−3 Eclipse
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Eclipse, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Lunar eclipse, total (visible until setting) |
At sunrise 07:31
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 03:30 (31.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 07:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 19:37 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:50 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:54 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 16:50 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:37 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 03:30 (31.10) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 03:30 (31.10) | karana Taitila |
| from 05:56 (31.10) | nakshatra Krittika |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:54 |
| End of twilight | 17:33 |
| Moonrise | 17:01 |
| Moonset | 07:43 |
| Day length | 9 h 22 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 06:16 |
|---|---|
| Lunar eclipse, total | greatest eclipse 06:20, magnitude 1.054 |
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 03:44 Partial eclipse begins 04:44 Total eclipse begins 06:03 Total eclipse ends 06:37 Partial eclipse ends 07:57 Penumbral eclipse ends 08:57 |
| Visibility | visible until setting: 04:44–07:43, maximum eclipse here 06:20, magnitude 1.054 |
| Sutak | 07:31–07:57 |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (07:54–16:54) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:31–07:54 Tripushkar Yoga 05:56–07:33 (31.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–03:30 (31.10) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:54–05:56 (31.10)
Anandadi: Ananda 07:31–07:54 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:54–05:56 (31.10) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:56–07:33 (31.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:34–06:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:46–14:24 |
| Godhuli | 16:54–17:23 |
| Pradosha | 16:54–19:50 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (31.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:32–03:00 (31.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:43–16:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:12–13:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:33–15:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:39–16:16 |
| Varjyam | 16:43–18:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:31–07:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashwini until 07:54, Bharani from 07:54; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Tula 07:31, Vrischika 09:24, Dhanu 12:07, Makara 13:58, Kumbha 15:02, Mina 15:46, Mesha 16:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 07:54) — joy; Bharani (from 07:54) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak (07:31–07:57).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −4
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Eclipse
+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:31–19:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:31–07:54+1 Auspicious tithi 07:31–03:30 (31.10)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:31–07:540 Anandadi: Ananda 07:31–07:540 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–03:30 (31.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 05:56–07:33 (31.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:54–05:56 (31.10)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:54–05:56 (31.10)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:54–05:56 (31.10)−3 Eclipse
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:33
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 01:13 (01.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 04:26 (01.11) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 16:25 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:18 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:18 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 16:25 | yoga Variyana |
| from 01:13 (01.11) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 01:13 (01.11) | karana Vanija |
| from 04:26 (01.11) | nakshatra Rohini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:33 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:51 |
| End of twilight | 17:31 |
| Moonrise | 17:39 |
| Moonset | 09:03 |
| Day length | 9 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (07:33–16:51) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:26–07:35 (01.11)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–01:13 (01.11)
Anandadi: Sthira 07:33–04:26 (01.11) Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:26–07:35 (01.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:36–06:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:45–14:23 |
| Godhuli | 16:51–17:21 |
| Pradosha | 16:51–19:48 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (01.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:11–03:41 (01.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:43–09:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:03–12:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:22–14:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:31–13:08, 14:23–15:00 |
| Varjyam | 17:11–18:41 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:33–12:03, 13:54–14:58, 15:42–16:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Tula 07:33, Vrischika 09:20, Dhanu 12:03, Makara 13:54, Kumbha 14:58, Mina 15:42, Mesha 16:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 07:33–16:25: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:33–04:26 (01.11)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:33–01:13 (01.11)0 Yoga Variyana 16:25–07:35 (01.11)0 Chaturmasya−1 Eclipse nearby−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–01:13 (01.11)−3 Vyatipata 07:33–16:25
Patron: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. Ritu: Varsha.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Subhanu (No. 17)
Shaka Samvat 1972 · Vikram Samvat 2107 · Kali Yuga 5151
Next year — Prajapati, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 11.04.2051
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
A fortnight of ancestor rites — from Bhadrapada Purnima to Mahalaya. Each day shraddha is performed for those who departed on the corresponding tithi; weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are avoided at this time.
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
Began on a Tuesday: danger of fire — construction is not started and work with fire and machinery is avoided; suitable for legal matters.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
The fortnight of ancestor rites (shraddha) before Navaratri: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed.
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Sunday when the Moon is in Pushya. Very favourable for purchases, preparing medicines and medical treatment, beginning studies and mantra practice.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Patron: Padmanabha; Aditya — Tvashtar. Full moon in nakshatra Ashwini. Ritu: Sharad.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Planting and sowing are allowed.
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
The day of a visible eclipse and the Sutak before it: no new undertakings are begun, and no cooking or eating is done during Sutak; a time for japa, holy bath and dana.
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
The luminary is completely covered: the Sun by the Moon, the Moon by the Earth’s shadow.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.