October 2128 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Ashwina (until 23.10), Kartika (from 24.10). Periods: all month — Chaturmasya; until 2.10 — Sharad Navaratri (autumn); 21–25.10 — Diwali — five days. Major festivals: 1.10 Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami); 2.10 Maha Navami; 3.10 Vijayadashami (Dussehra); 7.10 Sharad Purnima (Kojagari); 11.10 Karwa Chauth; 21.10 Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti); 22.10 Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali); 23.10 Diwali, Lakshmi Puja.
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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
- 3.10 Sun — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga
Uttara-Ashadha (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 4.10 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi until 09:25
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 8.10 Fri — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra after 09:03 until 15:16
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 13.10 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra after 12:11
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 17.10 Sun — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Yoga Siddha, Pushya
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 29.10 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Vardhamana until 13:29
Purva-Ashadha (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes.
Festivals
- 1.10 Fri Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)
- 1.10 Fri Saraswati Avahana
- 2.10 Sat Maha Navami
- 3.10 Sun Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
- 4.10 Mon Papankusha Ekadashi
- 5.10 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
- 7.10 Thu Sharad Purnima (Kojagari)
- 8.10 Fri Ashwina Purnima
- 11.10 Mon Karwa Chauth
- 11.10 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Vakratunda)
- 16.10 Sat Ahoi Ashtami
- 16.10 Sat Kalashtami
- 18.10 Mon Tula Sankranti
- 19.10 Tue Rama Ekadashi
- 20.10 Wed Rama Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
- 20.10 Wed Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras)
- 21.10 Thu Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti)
- 21.10 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 22.10 Fri Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
- 22.10 Fri Masik Shivaratri
- 22.10 Fri Kali Chaudas
- 23.10 Sat Diwali, Lakshmi Puja
- 23.10 Sat Ashwina Amavasya
- 23.10 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 23.10 Sat Kali Puja
- 24.10 Sun Govardhan Puja, Annakut
- 25.10 Mon Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya)
- 25.10 Mon Chandra Darshan
- 26.10 Tue Chhath: Nahay Khay
- 27.10 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 27.10 Wed Chhath: Kharna
- 28.10 Thu Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya
- 28.10 Thu Skanda Shashti (Soorasamharam)
- 29.10 Fri Chhath: Usha Arghya
- 31.10 Sun Masik Durgashtami
- 31.10 Sun Gopashtami
Special muhurta yogas
- 3.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–13:30
- 4.10 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:38–12:13
- 5.10 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 06:40–11:04
- 8.10 Fri Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:03–06:48 (09.10)
- 8.10 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:03–06:48 (09.10)
- 10.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:50–09:43
- 12.10 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:54–12:35
- 13.10 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 15.10 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:32–07:02 (16.10)
- 17.10 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 07:04–02:21 (18.10)
- 17.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:04–02:21 (18.10)
- 23.10 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–07:19 (24.10)
- 24.10 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 05:12–07:21 (25.10)
- 25.10 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:29–07:23 (26.10)
- 30.10 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 07:31–11:18
- 30.10 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:54–07:33 (31.10)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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
- 1.10 Fri — Vishti (Bhadra), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 5.10 Tue — Anandadi: Utpata, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
- 9.10 Sat — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 12.10 Tue — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 14.10 Thu — Anandadi: Mrityu, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Parigha (unfavourable day)
- 18.10 Mon — Sankranti day, Jwalamukhi Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 19.10 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 22.10 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Vaidhriti
- 23.10 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya, Anandadi: Kana (unfavourable day)
- 25.10 Mon — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 30.10 Sat — Vishti (Bhadra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Sky this month
- 8.10 Full moon (Purnima) 14:46
- 18.10 Tula Sankranti 21:05 — the Sun enters Tula (Libra)
- 24.10 New moon (Amavasya) 04:12
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- until 2.10 Sharad Navaratri (autumn)
- 21–25.10 Diwali — five days
- 4.10 23:37 – 9.10 09:08 Raja Panchaka
- 1.11 05:22 – 5.11 16:55 Roga Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Sarvadhari (No. 22, “all-sustaining”) — A year of support for all: plenty, stability and well-being. more
Northern samvatsara: Shubhakrit. Shaka Samvat 2050, Vikram Samvat 2185, Kali Yuga 5229.
Ashwina (Isha) — The month of the Goddess: Sharad Navaratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Sharad Purnima; at its end — Diwali. more
Kartika (Urja) — The holiest month for Vishnu: oil lamps (deepas), Govardhan Puja, Devutthana Ekadashi (end of Chaturmasya), Kartika Purnima. more
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 · after 2100, times are approximate: the ΔT correction for such dates is unknown
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) · Saraswati Avahana |
At sunrise 06:32
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:40 (02.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 16:19 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:32 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:46 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:32 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 15:46 | karana Bava |
| from 16:19 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 02:40 (02.10) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:40 (02.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:32 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:04 |
| End of twilight | 18:41 |
| Moonrise | 14:21 |
| Moonset | 22:39 |
| Day length | 11 h 32 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 16:19 |
|---|
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 (06:32–16:19) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (16:19–18:04) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:32–15:46: 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 04:52–02:40 (02.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sandhi Puja: 02:16–03:04 (02.10)
Navaratri, day 7: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
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, 13:27–15:46
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:32–02:40 (02.10) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:40–06:34 (02.10)
Anandadi: Sthira 06:32–16:19 Anandadi: Vardhamana 16:19–06:34 (02.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:52–15:46; Bhadra Puchha 06:30–07:35; Bhadra Mukha 07:35–09:24
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:53–05:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 18:04–18:29 |
| Pradosha | 18:04–20:34 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–00:44 (02.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:18–11:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:52–12:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:11–16:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:59–09:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:51–09:37, 12:41–13:27 |
| Varjyam | 14:49–16:19, 01:21–02:51 (02.10) |
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 16:19–16:57, 17:41–18:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mula until 16:19, Purva-Ashadha from 16:19; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Kanya 06:32, Tula 08:23, Vrischika 11:24, Dhanu 14:06, Makara 15:55, Kumbha 16:57, Mina 17:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 16:19) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 16:19) — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:32–18:04: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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
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: Sthira 06:32–16:19+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:32–11:32+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 06:32–02:40 (02.10)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:32–02:40 (02.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:32–16:19−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:32–02:40 (02.10)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:32–15:46
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: Matanga; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Maha Navami |
At sunrise 06:34
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 00:31 (03.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 14:54 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 08:38 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:35 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:38 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 13:35 | karana Kaulava |
| from 14:54 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 00:31 (03.10) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 00:31 (03.10) | karana Taitila |
| from 05:46 (03.10) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:34 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 18:02 |
| End of twilight | 18:38 |
| Moonrise | 15:13 |
| Moonset | 23:46 |
| Day length | 11 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:54 |
|---|
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, Purva-Ashadha (06:34–14:54) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (14:54–18:02) 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, 13:27–15:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 8: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:34–00:31 (03.10) Ravi Yoga 14:54–06:36 (03.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:31–06:36 (03.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 06:34–14:54 Anandadi: Rakshasa 14:54–06:36 (03.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:54–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:58 |
| Godhuli | 18:02–18:27 |
| Pradosha | 18:02–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–00:44 (03.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:23–11:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:26–10:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:44–15:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:34–08:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:34–07:20, 07:20–08:06 |
| Varjyam | 22:26–23:56 |
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 06:34–14:02, 15:51–16:53, 17:37–18:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 14:54, Uttara-Ashadha from 14:54; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Kanya 06:34, Tula 08:19, Vrischika 11:20, Dhanu 14:02, Makara 15:51, Kumbha 16:53, Mina 17:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 14:54) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 14:54) — improved health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 06:34–18:02: 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
Ordinary day · score S = 0
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) 06:34–00:31 (03.10)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:34–14:54+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:34–08:38+1 Ravi Yoga 14:54–06:36 (03.10)0 Auspicious nakshatra 14:54–06:36 (03.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 08:38–10:450 Anandadi: Rakshasa 14:54–06:36 (03.10)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:34–14:54−2 Rikta tithi 06:34–00:31 (03.10)
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 — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vijayadashami (Dussehra) |
At sunrise 06:36
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 22:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 13:30 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 02:58 (04.10) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:27 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:27 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 13:30 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 22:25 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 22:25 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:58 (04.10) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:36 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:59 |
| End of twilight | 18:36 |
| Moonrise | 15:55 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 11 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:30 |
|---|
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 (06:36–13:30) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (13:30–17:59) is good for sowing.
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, 13:26–15:43
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vijaya Muhurta: 14:11–14:57
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–13:30 Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:25–06:38 (04.10)
Anandadi: Amrita 06:36–07:51 Anandadi: Musala 07:51–15:01 Anandadi: Gada 15:01–06:38 (04.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:03–22:47
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:56–05:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:57 |
| Godhuli | 17:59–18:24 |
| Pradosha | 17:59–20:31 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–00:44 (04.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:29–08:59, 02:23–03:53 (04.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:34–17:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:18–13:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:08–16:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:28–17:14 |
| Varjyam | 17:18–18:48 |
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 Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 13:30, Shravana from 13:30; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Kanya 06:36, Tula 08:15, Vrischika 11:16, Dhanu 13:58, Makara 15:47, Kumbha 16:50, Mina 17:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 13:30) — improved health; Shravana (from 13:30) — bodily development (physical growth); Sunday — physical well-being.
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.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–13:30+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:36–13:30+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:36–02:58 (04.10)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:36–22:250 Anandadi: Amrita 06:36–07:510 Chaturmasya0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:51–15:01
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; auspicious time — until 09:25 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Papankusha Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:38
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 20:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 12:13 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 00:15 (05.10) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:25 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:25 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 12:13 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 20:26 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 20:26 | karana Bava |
| from 00:15 (05.10) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:38 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:57 |
| End of twilight | 18:33 |
| Moonrise | 16:30 |
| Moonset | 01:00 |
| Day length | 11 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:13 |
|---|
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 (06:38–12:13) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:25–17:57: 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 22:25 (03.10)–20:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:40–08:55 (05.10)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:38–12:13 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:38–12:13 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:13–06:40 (05.10)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:38–20:26 Krakacha Yoga 06:38–20:26 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:26–06:40 (05.10)
Anandadi: Siddhi 06:38–12:13 Anandadi: Shubha 12:13–06:40 (05.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 09:25–20:26; Bhadra Puchha 13:50–14:56; Bhadra Mukha 14:56–16:46
- Raja Panchaka: 23:37–09:08 (09.10)
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 | 01:10–02:41 (05.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:03–09:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:53–12:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:42–15:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:40–13:25, 14:56–15:41 |
| Varjyam | 16:01–17:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:38–11:12, 15:43–16:46, 17:29–17:57
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 | good 06:38–11:12, 15:43–16:46, 17:29–17:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:38–11:12, 15:43–16:46, 17:29–17:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:38–13:54, 15:43–16:46, 17:29–17:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shravana until 12:13, Dhanishtha from 12:13; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Kanya 06:38, Tula 08:11, Vrischika 11:12, Dhanu 13:54, Makara 15:43, Kumbha 16:46, Mina 17:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 12:13) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 12:13) — longevity (increased vitality); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 09:25
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:38–12:13+2 Ravi Yoga 06:38–12:13+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 06:38–12:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:38–12:13+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:38–00:15 (05.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:38–20:26+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:13–06:40 (05.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:38–20:26 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:25–20:26−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:38–20:26
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: Utpata, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Bhauma Pradosha |
At sunrise 06:40
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 18:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 11:04 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 21:40 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:30 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:30 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 11:04 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 18:37 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 18:37 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:40 | yoga Ganda |
| from 05:47 (06.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:40 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:54 |
| End of twilight | 18:31 |
| Moonrise | 16:58 |
| Moonset | 02:18 |
| Day length | 11 h 13 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 7, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:04 |
|---|
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 (11:04–17:54) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Bhauma Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Tuesday (Bhauma is Mars): helps to get rid of illnesses and debts and pacifies Mars.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:37–20:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 06:40–11:04 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:37–06:42 (06.10)
Anandadi: Utpata 06:40–11:04 Anandadi: Mrityu 11:04–06:42 (06.10)
- Raja Panchaka: 23:37 (04.10)–09:08 (09.10)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:58–05:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:39 |
| 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 | 03:11–04:43 (06.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:05–16:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:29–10:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:17–13:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:55–09:40, 23:01–23:52 |
| Varjyam | 17:58–19:30 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:40–11:08, 15:39–16:42, 17:25–17:54
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 06:40–11:08, 15:39–16:42, 17:25–17:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:40–11:08, 15:39–16:42, 17:25–17:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:40–13:50, 15:39–16:42, 17:25–17:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 11:04, Shatabhisha from 11:04; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Kanya 06:40, Tula 08:07, Vrischika 11:08, Dhanu 13:50, Makara 15:39, Kumbha 16:42, Mina 17:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 11:04) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 11:04) — gaining strength; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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: Anandadi: Utpata
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:40–11:040 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 06:40–11:04−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Anandadi: Utpata 06:40–11:04
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 — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — after 10:06 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:42
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 17:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 10:06 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 19:16 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 17:01 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:06 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 17:01 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 17:01 | karana Gara |
| from 19:16 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 04:19 (07.10) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:42 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:51 |
| End of twilight | 18:28 |
| Moonrise | 17:23 |
| Moonset | 03:37 |
| Day length | 11 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:06 | from 17:01 |
|---|
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 (06:42–10:06) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (10:06–17:51) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 17:01–17:51: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 10:06–06:44 (07.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:42–17:01
Anandadi: Manasa 06:42–10:06 Anandadi: Padma 10:06–06:44 (07.10)
- Raja Panchaka: 23:37 (04.10)–09:08 (09.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:00–05:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:08–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:51–18:17 |
| Pradosha | 17:51–20:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:43 (07.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:38–03:11 (07.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:17–13:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:06–09:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:53–12:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–12:39 |
| Varjyam | 16:19–17:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:42–10:06
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 06:42–10:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:42–11:04, 15:35–16:38 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:42–10:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:42–10:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 10:06, Purva-Bhadra from 10:06; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 17:01, Shukla-chaturdashi from 17:01; lagna Kanya 06:42, Tula 08:03, Vrischika 11:04, Dhanu 13:46, Makara 15:35, Kumbha 16:38, Mina 17:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 10:06) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 10:06) — facing death (dangers); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 17:01–17:51: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
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 begins after 10:06
+2 Ravi Yoga 10:06–06:44 (07.10)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:42–10:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:42–10:06+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:42–17:010 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:42–17:01 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Rikta tithi 17:01–06:44 (07.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:06–06:44 (07.10)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sharad Purnima (Kojagari) |
At sunrise 06:44
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 09:24 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 17:07 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:24 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 15:42 | tithi Purnima |
| from 15:42 | karana Vishti |
| from 17:07 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 03:11 (08.10) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:44 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:49 |
| End of twilight | 18:26 |
| Moonrise | 17:46 |
| Moonset | 04:56 |
| Day length | 11 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:24 | from 15:42 |
|---|
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 (06:44–09:24) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (09:24–17:49) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:42–17:49: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:44–15:42: 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, 23:52–00:43 (08.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:44–09:24 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:42–06:46 (08.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:44–15:42
Anandadi: Chhatra 09:24–06:46 (08.10) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:44–09:24
- Bhadra on earth: 15:42–03:11 (08.10); Bhadra Puchha 23:12–00:21 (08.10); Bhadra Mukha 00:21–02:16 (08.10)
- Raja Panchaka: 23:37 (04.10)–09:08 (09.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:01–05:53 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 04:19–05:54 (08.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:40–15:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:44–08:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:30–10:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:26–11:10, 14:52–15:36 |
| Varjyam | 18:52–20:26 |
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 15:42–16:34, 17:17–17:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 09:24, Uttara-Bhadra from 09:24; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:42, Purnima from 15:42; lagna Kanya 06:44, Tula 07:59, Vrischika 11:00, Dhanu 13:42, Makara 15:31, Kumbha 16:34, Mina 17:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 09:24) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 09:24) — a good life; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:44–15:42: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:42–17:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 15:42–17:49: 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
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 Ravi Yoga 06:44–09:24+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 09:24–06:46 (08.10)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:44–17:07+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:24–06:46 (08.10)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:42–06:46 (08.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Bhadra on earth 15:42–03:11 (08.10)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:44–09:24−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:44–09:24−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:44–15:42−2 Rikta tithi 06:44–15:42
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 09:03; auspicious time — until 15:16 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ashwina Purnima |
At sunrise 06:46
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 14:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 09:03 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 15:16 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:46 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:03 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 14:46 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 14:46 | karana Balava |
| from 15:16 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 02:28 (09.10) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:46 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:46 |
| End of twilight | 18:23 |
| Moonrise | 18:08 |
| Moonset | 06:13 |
| Day length | 11 h 00 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 14:46 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:03 | from 14:46 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (06:46–09:03) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (09:03–17:46) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
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 15:42 (07.10)–14:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:03–06:48 (09.10) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:03–06:48 (09.10) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:46–06:48 (09.10)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:46–09:03 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 09:03–06:48 (09.10)
- Raja Panchaka: 23:37 (04.10)–09:08 (09.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:23–15:09
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:04–15:14 (09.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:02–05:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:06–14:50 |
| Godhuli | 17:46–18:12 |
| Pradosha | 17:46–20:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:43 (09.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:44–08:20 (09.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:54–12:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:01–16:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:09–09:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:58–09:42, 12:38–13:22 |
| Varjyam | 21:06–22:42 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 14:46–17:46
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 14:46–17:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 14:46–17:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:46–13:38, 15:27–16:30, 17:13–17:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 09:03, Revati from 09:03; tithi Purnima until 14:46, Krishna-pratipat from 14:46; lagna Kanya 06:46, Tula 07:55, Vrischika 10:56, Dhanu 13:38, Makara 15:27, Kumbha 16:30, Mina 17:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 09:03) — a good life; Revati (from 09:03) — increase in property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 06:46–14:46: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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 = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 09:03
Auspicious time ends by 15:16
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:03–06:48 (09.10)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:46–09:03+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:46–09:03+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:46–15:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:46–06:48 (09.10)0 Auspicious tithi 14:46–06:48 (09.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vyaghata 15:16–18:38−1 Panchaka 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 | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:48
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 14:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 09:08 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 13:46 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:17 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:08 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 13:46 | yoga Harshana |
| from 14:17 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 14:17 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:14 (10.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:48 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:44 |
| End of twilight | 18:21 |
| Moonrise | 18:30 |
| Moonset | 07:29 |
| Day length | 10 h 55 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 09:08 | from 14:17 |
|---|
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 (06:48–09:08) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:48–09:08
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:48–09:08 Anandadi: Saumya 09:08–06:50 (10.10)
- Raja Panchaka: 23:37 (04.10)–09:08
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:04–15:14
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
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 | 06:44–08:20, 02:21–03:59 (10.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:32–10:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:38–15:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:48–08:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:48–07:32, 07:32–08:15 |
| Varjyam | 05:37–07:16 (10.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:48–10:52, 15:23–16:26, 17:09–17:44
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 06:48–10:52, 15:23–16:26, 17:09–17:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:48–10:52, 15:23–16:26, 17:09–17:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:48–13:34, 14:17–17:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Revati until 09:08, Ashwini from 09:08; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 14:17, Krishna-dvitya from 14:17; lagna Kanya 06:48, Tula 07:51, Vrischika 10:52, Dhanu 13:34, Makara 15:23, Kumbha 16:26, Mina 17:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 09:08) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 09:08) — joy; 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
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.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 06:48–09:08+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:48–09:08+1 Auspicious tithi 06:48–14:170 Yoga Harshana 13:46–06:50 (10.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Gandanta 06:48–15:14−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 06:48–09:08−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:48–09:08
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kaladanda |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:50
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 14:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 09:43 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 12:42 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:20 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:43 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 12:42 | yoga Vajra |
| from 14:20 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 14:20 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:35 (11.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:50 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:41 |
| End of twilight | 18:18 |
| Moonrise | 18:54 |
| Moonset | 08:42 |
| Day length | 10 h 51 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 09:43 | from 14:20 |
|---|
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 (09:43–17:41) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:50–09:43
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:43–06:52 (11.10)
Anandadi: Ananda 06:50–09:43 Anandadi: Kaladanda 09:43–06:52 (11.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:35–14:59 (11.10); Bhadra Puchha 10:40–11:54 (11.10); Bhadra Mukha 11:54–13:57 (11.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:05–05:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:04–14:48 |
| Godhuli | 17:41–18:08 |
| Pradosha | 17:41–20:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:43 (11.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:50–07:31 (11.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:20–17:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:16–13:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:58–16:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:14–16:58 |
| Varjyam | 05:37–07:16, 19:47–21:27 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:50–09:43, 15:19–16:22, 17:05–17:41
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 06:50–09:43, 15:19–16:22, 17:05–17:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:50–09:43 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:50–09:43, 15:19–16:22, 17:05–17:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:50–13:30, 15:19–16:22, 17:05–17:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashwini until 09:43, Bharani from 09:43; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 14:20, Krishna-tritya from 14:20; lagna Kanya 06:50, Tula 07:47, Vrischika 10:48, Dhanu 13:30, Makara 15:19, Kumbha 16:22, Mina 17:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 09:43) — joy; Bharani (from 09:43) — facing death (dangers); 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
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 06:50–09:43+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:50–09:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:50–09:43+1 Yoga Harshana 06:50–12:42+1 Auspicious tithi 06:50–14:200 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vajra 12:42–13:52−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:43–06:52 (11.10)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 09:43–06:52 (11.10)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:43–06:52 (11.10)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Karwa Chauth · Sankashti Chaturthi (Vakratunda) |
At sunrise 06:52
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 10:52 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 12:04 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:59 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:52 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 12:04 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 14:59 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 14:59 | karana Bava |
| from 03:31 (12.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:52 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:39 |
| End of twilight | 18:16 |
| Moonrise | 19:21 |
| Moonset | 09:52 |
| Day length | 10 h 46 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 10:52 | from 14:59 |
|---|
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 (06:52–10:52) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (10:52–17:39) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:52–14:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Karwa Chauth · Shiva and Parvati
Married women of North India fast from sunrise to moonrise for the long life of their husbands and worship Shiva, Parvati and Ganesha. The fast is broken after seeing the Moon through a sieve and offering it water from a karwa pitcher.
Rule: at moonrise, 19:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vakratunda) · 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, 19:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 06:52–10:52 Anandadi: Sthira 10:52–06:54 (12.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:35–14:59; Bhadra Puchha 10:40–11:54; Bhadra Mukha 11:54–13:57
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:07–05:59 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 05:50–07:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:13–09:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:55–12:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:36–14:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:37–13:20, 14:46–15:29 |
| Varjyam | 23:43–01:26 (12.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:52–14:59
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 06:52–14:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:52–10:44 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:52–14:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:52–13:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Bharani until 10:52, Krittika from 10:52; tithi Krishna-tritya until 14:59, Krishna-chaturti from 14:59; lagna Kanya 06:52, Tula 07:43, Vrischika 10:44, Dhanu 13:26, Makara 15:15, Kumbha 16:18, Mina 17:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 10:52) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 10:52) — 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:
- Krishna-chaturti 14:59–17:39: 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).
- 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 Yoga Siddhi 12:04–06:54 (12.10)+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:52–10:52+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:52–14:590 Chaturmasya−1 Rikta tithi 14:59–06:54 (12.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:52–10:52−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:52–14:59
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 — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:54
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 16:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 12:35 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 11:55 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:13 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:55 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 12:35 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 16:13 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 16:13 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:03 (13.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:54 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:36 |
| End of twilight | 18:13 |
| Moonrise | 19:53 |
| Moonset | 10:59 |
| Day length | 10 h 42 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 12:35 | from 16:13 |
|---|
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 (06:54–12:35) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (12:35–17:36) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:54–12:35
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:13–06:56 (13.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 12:35–06:56 (13.10) Anandadi: Gada 06:54–12:35
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:08–06:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:36 |
| 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 | 10:01–11:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:56–16:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:35–10:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:15–13:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:02–09:45, 22:56–23:49 |
| Varjyam | 06:06–07:51 (13.10) |
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 12:35–13:22, 15:11–17:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Krittika until 12:35, Rohini from 12:35; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 16:13, Krishna-panchami from 16:13; lagna Kanya 06:54, Tula 07:39, Vrischika 10:40, Dhanu 13:22, Makara 15:11, Kumbha 16:14, Mina 16:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 12:35) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 12:35) — destruction of all misfortunes; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 06:54–16:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 11:55–17:36: 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.
- 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 = −1
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 06:54–12:35+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:54–11:550 Anandadi: Matanga 12:35–06:56 (13.10)0 Auspicious nakshatra 12:35–06:56 (13.10)0 Auspicious tithi 16:13–06:56 (13.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:13–06:56 (13.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:54–12:35−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 06:54–16:13−3 Vyatipata 11:55–06:56 (13.10)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha; auspicious time — after 12:11 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:56
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 18:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 14:51 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 12:11 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 18:01 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:11 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 14:51 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 18:01 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 18:01 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:56 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:34 |
| End of twilight | 18:11 |
| Moonrise | 20:30 |
| Moonset | 12:00 |
| Day length | 10 h 37 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 14:51 |
|---|
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 (06:56–14:51) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (14:51–17:34) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Shubha 06:56–14:51 Anandadi: Amrita 14:51–06:58 (14.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:35–18:27
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:09–06:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:01–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:34–18:00 |
| Pradosha | 17:34–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:43 (14.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:21–13:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:15–13:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:16–09:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:55–12:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–12:36 |
| Varjyam | 06:06–07:51, 21:05–22:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 15:07–16:10, 16:54–17:34
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 15:07–16:10, 16:54–17:34 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 15:07–16:10, 16:54–17:34 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:56–13:18, 15:07–16:10, 16:54–17:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Rohini until 14:51, Mrigashirsha from 14:51; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kanya 06:56, Tula 07:36, Vrischika 10:36, Dhanu 13:18, Makara 15:07, Kumbha 16:10, Mina 16:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 14:51) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 14:51) — 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 06:56–12:11: 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
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 12:11
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:56–14:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:56–14:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:56–18:01+1 Yoga Variyana 12:11–06:58 (14.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vyatipata 06:56–12:11
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:58
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 20:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 17:34 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 12:48 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:05 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:05 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 12:48 | yoga Parigha |
| from 17:34 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 20:15 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 20:15 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:58 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:31 |
| End of twilight | 18:08 |
| Moonrise | 21:13 |
| Moonset | 12:55 |
| Day length | 10 h 33 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 |
|---|
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 (06:58–17:31) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 17:34–07:00 (15.10)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:58–20:15
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:58–17:34 Anandadi: Kana 17:34–07:00 (15.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:15–09:29 (15.10); Bhadra Puchha 01:33–02:52 (15.10); Bhadra Mukha 02:52–05:05 (15.10)
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 | 07:46–09:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:34–14:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:58–08:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:36–10:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:29–11:11, 14:42–15:25 |
| Varjyam | 03:00–04:48 (15.10) |
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 | good 06:58–13:15, 15:04–16:06, 16:50–17:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Kanya 06:58, Tula 07:32, Vrischika 10:33, Dhanu 13:15, Makara 15:04, Kumbha 16:06, Mina 16:50
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
Unfavourable day · score S = −2
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
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:58–17:34+1 Yoga Variyana 06:58–12:48+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Parigha 12:48–01:14 (15.10)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:58–20:15−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:58–17:34
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:00
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 22:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 20:32 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 13:40 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:29 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:29 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 13:40 | yoga Shiva |
| from 20:32 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 22:45 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 22:45 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:00 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:29 |
| End of twilight | 18:06 |
| Moonrise | 22:03 |
| Moonset | 13:43 |
| Day length | 10 h 28 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 |
|---|
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) 07:00–09:29: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:00–20:32 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:32–07:02 (16.10)
Krakacha Yoga 07:00–22:45 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:00–22:45 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:45–07:02 (16.10)
Anandadi: Padma 07:00–20:32 Anandadi: Lumbaka 20:32–07:02 (16.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:15 (14.10)–09:29; Bhadra Puchha 01:33–02:52; Bhadra Mukha 02:52–05:05
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 | 17:29–20:11 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:43 (16.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:17–11:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:56–12:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:52–16:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:19–09:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:06–09:48, 12:35–13:17 |
| 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 | good 07:00–13:11, 15:00–16:02, 16:46–17:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Kanya 07:00, Tula 07:28, Vrischika 10:29, Dhanu 13:11, Makara 15:00, Kumbha 16:02, Mina 16:46, Mesha 17:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Friday — universal respect.
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
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:00–20:32+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:00–20:32+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Shiva 13:40–07:02 (16.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:00–22:45 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:00–09:29−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:00–20:32−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:00–22:45
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ahoi Ashtami · Kalashtami |
At sunrise 07:02
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 01:16 (17.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 23:32 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 14:36 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:01 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:01 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 14:36 | yoga Siddha |
| from 23:32 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 01:16 (17.10) | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 01:16 (17.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:02 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:26 |
| End of twilight | 18:04 |
| Moonrise | 22:59 |
| Moonset | 14:23 |
| Day length | 10 h 24 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, Punarvasu (07:02–17:26) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Ahoi Ashtami · Ahoi Mata
Mothers fast for the well-being of their children and break the fast in the evening on seeing the stars (some on seeing the Moon); Ahoi Mata is worshipped.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:26–20:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 17:26–20:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:16–07:04 (17.10)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:02–23:32 Anandadi: Mitra 23:32–07:04 (17.10)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:14–06:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:58–14:40 |
| Godhuli | 17:26–17:53 |
| Pradosha | 17:26–20:10 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:42 (17.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:50–22:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:38–10:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:32–14:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:02–08:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:02–07:44, 07:44–08:25 |
| Varjyam | 10:02–11:50 |
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 07:02–13:07, 14:56–15:58, 16:42–17:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Kanya 07:02, Tula 07:24, Vrischika 10:25, Dhanu 13:07, Makara 14:56, Kumbha 15:58, Mina 16:42, Mesha 17:23
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 07:02–17:26: 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).
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: Chhatra 07:02–23:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:02–23:32+1 Yoga Shiva 07:02–14:360 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 07:02–01:16 (17.10)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:02–01:16 (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 | Best day — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:04
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:34 (18.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 02:21 (18.10) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 15:27 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:28 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:28 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 15:27 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 02:21 (18.10) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 03:34 (18.10) | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 03:34 (18.10) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:04 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:24 |
| End of twilight | 18:01 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 14:58 |
| Day length | 10 h 19 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 |
|---|
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 (07:04–17:24) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Pushya Yoga 07:04–02:21 (18.10) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:04–02:21 (18.10)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:34–07:06 (18.10)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:04–02:21 (18.10) Anandadi: Vajra 02:21–07:06 (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 | 19:12–20:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:06–17:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:14–13:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:49–16:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:01–16:42 |
| Varjyam | 08:29–10:16 |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Kanya 07:04, Tula 07:20, Vrischika 10:21, Dhanu 13:03, Makara 14:52, Kumbha 15:54, Mina 16:38, Mesha 17:19
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 07:04–17:24: 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.
+4 Ravi Pushya Yoga 07:04–02:21 (18.10)+2 Yoga Siddha 07:04–15:27+2 Pushya 07:04–02:21 (18.10)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:04–02:21 (18.10)0 Chaturmasya−2 Rikta tithi 07:04–03:34 (18.10)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Jwalamukhi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Tula Sankranti |
At sunrise 07:06
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 05:24 (19.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 04:44 (19.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 16:01 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 16:33 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:01 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 16:33 | karana Vishti |
| from 04:44 (19.10) | nakshatra Magha |
| from 05:24 (19.10) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 05:24 (19.10) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:06 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:21 |
| End of twilight | 17:59 |
| Moonrise | 00:00 |
| Moonset | 15:27 |
| Day length | 10 h 15 min |
Sky
| Tula Sankranti | 21:05 — the Sun enters Tula (Libra) |
|---|
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:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:33–17:21: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 17:05–17:21
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:06–04:44 (19.10) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:24–07:08 (19.10) Krakacha Yoga 05:24–07:08 (19.10)
Anandadi: Saumya 07:06–04:44 (19.10) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:44–07:08 (19.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 16:33–05:24 (19.10); Bhadra Puchha 18:25–19:43; Bhadra Mukha 19:43–21:52
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:11–11:14 (19.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:58–05:49 (19.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:17–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:56–14:37 |
| Godhuli | 17:21–17:49 |
| Pradosha | 17:21–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (19.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:58–04:44 (19.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:23–09:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:57–12:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:31–14:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:34–13:15, 14:37–15:18 |
| Varjyam | 16:25–18:10 |
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 | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Kanya 07:06, Tula 07:16, Vrischika 10:17, Dhanu 12:59, Makara 14:48, Kumbha 15:51, Mina 16:34, Mesha 17:15
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:
- Sankranti at 21:05 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 16:33–17:21: 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 = −1
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: Saumya 07:06–04:44 (19.10)+1 Yoga Sadhya 07:06–16:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Bhadra on earth 16:33–05:24 (19.10)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:06–04:44 (19.10)−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:06–04:44 (19.10)
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 — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Rama Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:08
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 06:36 (20.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 06:30 (20.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 16:10 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 18:05 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:10 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 18:05 | karana Balava |
| from 06:30 (20.10) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 06:36 (20.10) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 06:36 (20.10) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:08 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:19 |
| End of twilight | 17:57 |
| Moonrise | 01:06 |
| Moonset | 15:52 |
| Day length | 10 h 10 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 |
|---|
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 (07:08–17:19) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Rama Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Ashwina (Kartika in North India), a few days before Diwali. Named after Lakshmi (Rama); the fast removes sins and brings prosperity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:24–06:36 (20.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:14–15:15 (20.10)
Vaishnava date: 20.10
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:08–06:36 (20.10)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:08–06:30 (20.10) Anandadi: Dhumra 06:30–07:10 (20.10)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:11 (18.10)–11:14
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| 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 | 03:55–05:38 (20.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:46–16:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:41–10:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:14–13:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:10–09:51, 22:51–23:47 |
| Varjyam | 17:37–19:20 |
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 07:08–12:55, 14:44–15:47, 16:30–17:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Kanya 07:08, Tula 07:12, Vrischika 10:13, Dhanu 12:55, Makara 14:44, Kumbha 15:47, Mina 16:30, Mesha 17:11
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 07:08–16:100 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:08–06:30 (20.10)−1 Gandanta 07:08–11:14−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:08–06:30 (20.10)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:08–06:36 (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), Anandadi: Sthira |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Rama Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras) |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 07:04 (21.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 07:34 (21.10) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 15:48 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 18:56 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:48 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 18:56 | karana Taitila |
| from 07:04 (21.10) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 07:04 (21.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:16 |
| End of twilight | 17:54 |
| Moonrise | 02:15 |
| Moonset | 16:15 |
| Day length | 10 h 06 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 |
|---|
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 (07:10–17:16) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Rama Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 19.10
Ekadashi began only within Arunodaya (later than 4 ghatis before sunrise), so Arunodaya is “touched” by Dashami — Vaishnavas move the fast to the next day.
Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras) · Nandini the cow
Worship of cows and calves on the eve of Dhanvantari Jayanti: in the evening a cow with her calf is decorated and fed, and on this day milk products and wheat are not eaten. In Maharashtra it opens the festive week of Diwali.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:16–20:04
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–07:04 (21.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:04–07:12 (21.10)
Anandadi: Sthira all day
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:19–06:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:54–14:35 |
| Godhuli | 17:16–17:44 |
| Pradosha | 17:16–20:04 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (21.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:53–02:33 (21.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:13–13:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:26–09:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:58–12:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Varjyam | 14:51–16:31 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:10–10:09, 14:40–15:43, 16:26–17:07
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 07:10–10:09, 14:40–15:43, 16:26–17:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:10–10:09, 14:40–15:43, 16:26–17:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:10–12:51, 14:40–15:43, 16:26–17:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Tula 07:10, Vrischika 10:09, Dhanu 12:51, Makara 14:40, Kumbha 15:43, Mina 16:26, Mesha 17:07
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 = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–07:04 (21.10)+1 Anandadi: Sthira all day+1 Yoga Shukla 07:10–15:48+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:10–07:04 (21.10)−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 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 1 |
| Festivals | Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti) · Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:12
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:47 (22.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 07:34 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 14:50 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 19:01 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:34 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 14:50 | yoga Indra |
| from 19:01 | karana Vanija |
| from 06:47 (22.10) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 06:47 (22.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:12 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:14 |
| End of twilight | 17:52 |
| Moonrise | 03:26 |
| Moonset | 16:37 |
| Day length | 10 h 01 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 07:34 |
|---|
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 (07:12–07:34) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:34–17:14) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti) · Dhanvantari
The first day of Diwali: the appearance of Dhanvantari with the pot of amrita from the churned ocean. People buy gold and new utensils, and in the evening a lamp for Yama (Yama Deepam) is lit at the entrance to ward off untimely death.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:14–20:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 17:14–20:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 1
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:34–07:14 (22.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:47–07:14 (22.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:34–07:14 (22.10) Anandadi: Gada 07:12–07:34
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:47–18:22 (22.10); Bhadra Mukha 06:47–08:42 (22.10); Bhadra Puchha 17:08–18:17 (22.10)
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 | 00:36–02:13 (22.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:28–14:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:12–08:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:43–10:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:33–11:13, 14:34–15:14 |
| Varjyam | 14:52–16:29 |
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 07:34–12:47, 14:36–15:39, 16:22–17:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 07:34, Uttara-Phalguni from 07:34; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Tula 07:12, Vrischika 10:05, Dhanu 12:47, Makara 14:36, Kumbha 15:39, Mina 16:22, Mesha 17:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 07:34) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 07:34) — 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 07:12–14:50+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:34–07:14 (22.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:34–07:14 (22.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Gada 07:12–07:34−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:12–07:34−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:34–07:14 (22.10)
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) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 2 |
| Festivals | Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) · Masik Shivaratri · Kali Chaudas |
At sunrise 07:14
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 05:48 (23.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 07:54 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 13:18 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:22 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:54 | nakshatra Hasta |
|---|---|
| from 13:18 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 18:22 | karana Shakuni |
| from 05:48 (23.10) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 05:48 (23.10) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:14 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:12 |
| End of twilight | 17:50 |
| Moonrise | 04:41 |
| Moonset | 16:58 |
| Day length | 9 h 57 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 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, Uttara-Phalguni (07:14–07:54) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:54–17:12) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:14–17:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:14–17:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) · Krishna
The victory of Krishna and Satyabhama over the demon Narakasura. Before sunrise, while the Moon is still shining, Abhyanga Snana is performed — a bath with oil and a healing paste.
Rule: Arunodaya: before sunrise, 06:47–07:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
Abhyanga Snana: from moonrise to sunrise: 06:47–07:14
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, 23:46–00:42 (23.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Kali Chaudas · Kali
The night of the fourteenth tithi before Diwali (Gujarat, Maharashtra): at midnight people worship Kali and Hanuman to be rid of evil influences; lamps are lit.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:46–00:42 (23.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 2
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shubha 07:14–07:54 Anandadi: Amrita 07:54–07:17 (23.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:47–18:22; Bhadra Mukha 06:47–08:42; Bhadra Puchha 17:08–18:17
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:22–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:53–14:32 |
| Godhuli | 17:12–17:40 |
| Pradosha | 17:12–20:01 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (23.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:38–03:12 (23.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:58–12:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–15:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:29–09:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:14–09:54, 12:33–13:13 |
| Varjyam | 16:10–17:45 |
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 07:54, Hasta from 07:54; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Tula 07:14, Vrischika 10:01, Dhanu 12:43, Makara 14:32, Kumbha 15:35, Mina 16:18, Mesha 17:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 07:54) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 07:54) — 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 07:14–17:12: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 13:18–17:12: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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 = −1
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 07:14–13:18+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:54–07:17 (23.10)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:14–07:54+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Vaidhriti 13:18–07:17 (23.10)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:14–18:22−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:14–05:48 (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 | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 3 |
| Festivals | Diwali, Lakshmi Puja · Shani Amavasya · Kali Puja · Ashwina Amavasya |
At sunrise 07:17
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 04:12 (24.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 07:33 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 11:13 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 17:04 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:33 | nakshatra Chitra |
|---|---|
| from 11:13 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 17:04 | karana Naga |
| from 04:12 (24.10) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 04:12 (24.10) | karana Kimstughna |
| from 06:36 (24.10) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:17 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:09 |
| End of twilight | 17:47 |
| Moonrise | 05:58 |
| Moonset | 17:21 |
| Day length | 9 h 52 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 07:33 |
|---|
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 (07:17–07:33) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:33–17:09) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Chatushpada 07:17–17:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 17:04–17:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Diwali, Lakshmi Puja · Lakshmi
The festival of lights, the main day of the five-day Diwali: in the evening, at Pradosha, Lakshmi and Ganesha are worshipped and rows of diyas are lit. It marks Rama’s return to Ayodhya; for merchants the new year and new account books begin on this day.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:09–19:59
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 05:48–04:12 (24.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Kali Puja · Kali
Midnight worship of the goddess Kali on the night of Diwali (Bengal, Assam, Odisha): oil lamps, hibiscus flowers and mantras until dawn.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:46–00:42 (24.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ashwina Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Ashwina (Kartika in North India) — the night of Diwali: Lakshmi Puja and Kali Puja.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:48–04:12 (24.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 3
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–07:19 (24.10) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:36–07:19 (24.10)
Yamaghanta 07:17–07:33
Anandadi: Siddhi 06:36–07:19 (24.10) Anandadi: Mrityu 07:17–07:33 Anandadi: Kana 07:33–06:36 (24.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:49–04:34 (24.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:52–14:31 |
| Godhuli | 17:09–17:38 |
| Pradosha | 17:09–19:59 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (24.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:27–01:59 (24.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:45–10:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:27–14:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:17–08:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:17–07:56, 07:56–08:36 |
| Varjyam | 15:14–16:46 |
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 07:17–12:39, 14:28–15:31, 16:14–16:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Hasta until 07:33, Chitra from 07:33; tithi Amavasya; lagna Tula 07:17, Vrischika 09:57, Dhanu 12:39, Makara 14:28, Kumbha 15:31, Mina 16:14, Mesha 16:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 07:33) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 07:33) — 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 07:17–17:09: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 07:17–11:13: 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 = −7
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: Amavasya
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:17–07:330 Chaturmasya0 Yamaghanta 07:17–07:33−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Vaidhriti 07:17–11:13−3 Amavasya 07:17–04:12 (24.10)−3 Anandadi: Kana 07:33–06:36 (24.10)
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, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 4 |
| Festivals | Govardhan Puja, Annakut |
At sunrise 07:19
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 02:07 (25.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 05:12 (25.10) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 08:41 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 15:13 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:41 | yoga Priti |
|---|---|
| from 15:13 | karana Bava |
| from 02:07 (25.10) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 02:07 (25.10) | karana Balava |
| from 05:12 (25.10) | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 05:47 (25.10) | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:19 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:07 |
| End of twilight | 17:45 |
| Moonrise | 07:17 |
| Moonset | 17:46 |
| Day length | 9 h 48 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 04:12 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, 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, Swati (07:19–17:07) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Kimstughna 07:19–15:13: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Govardhan Puja, Annakut · Krishna
The fourth day of Diwali: Krishna lifted Govardhan Hill, sheltering the cowherds from Indra’s downpour. A “mountain” of food, the Annakut, is heaped up and offered to Krishna; in Maharashtra and South India it is Bali Pratipada, the day of King Bali.
Rule: Pratah Kala: morning, the first fifth of the daytime, 07:19–09:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 4
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 05:12–07:21 (25.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:19–02:07 (25.10)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:19–05:12 (25.10) Anandadi: Utpata 05:12–07:21 (25.10)
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 | 05:25–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:51–14:30 |
| Godhuli | 17:07–17:35 |
| Pradosha | 17:07–19:58 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (25.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:55–22:25 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:53–17:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:13–13:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:40–15:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:49–16:28 |
| Varjyam | 11:52–13:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:19–09:53, 14:24–15:27, 16:10–16:52
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 | average 07:19–09:53, 14:24–15:27, 16:10–16:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:19–09:53, 14:24–15:27, 16:10–16:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:19–12:35, 14:24–15:27, 16:10–16:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Tula 07:19, Vrischika 09:53, Dhanu 12:35, Makara 14:24, Kumbha 15:27, Mina 16:10, Mesha 16:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Sunday — physical well-being.
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
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:19–05:12 (25.10)+1 Yoga Priti 08:41–05:47 (25.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta0 Tripushkar Yoga 05:12–07:21 (25.10)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:19–05:12 (25.10)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:19–02:07 (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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 5 |
| Festivals | Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya) · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 07:21
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 23:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 03:29 (26.10) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 02:37 (26.10) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:57 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:57 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 23:43 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 23:43 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:37 (26.10) | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 03:29 (26.10) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:21 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:05 |
| End of twilight | 17:43 |
| Moonrise | 08:37 |
| Moonset | 18:15 |
| Day length | 9 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, 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, Vishakha (07:21–17:05) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya) · Yama and Yamuna
The fifth and last day of Diwali: according to legend, Yama visited his sister Yamuna. Sisters apply a tilak to their brothers and pray for their long life, and brothers give their sisters gifts.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:11–15:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 17:05–18:15
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:05–18:15
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 5
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:29–07:23 (26.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:21–23:43 Yamaghanta 07:21–03:29 (26.10)
Anandadi: Mitra 07:21–03:29 (26.10) Anandadi: Manasa 03:29–07:23 (26.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:27–06:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:50–14:29 |
| Godhuli | 17:05–17:33 |
| Pradosha | 17:05–19:56 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (26.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:19–20:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:34–09:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:00–12:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:26–14:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:32–13:11, 14:29–15:08 |
| Varjyam | 10:24–11:53, 07:10–08:39 (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 | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:21–09:49, 14:20–15:23, 16:06–16:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Tula 07:21, Vrischika 09:49, Dhanu 12:31, Makara 14:20, Kumbha 15:23, Mina 16:06, Mesha 16:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −1
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: Yamaghanta
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 07:21–03:29 (26.10)+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:21–02:37 (26.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:21–23:430 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:21–23:43−3 Yamaghanta 07:21–03:29 (26.10)
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), Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chhath: Nahay Khay |
At sunrise 07:23
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 21:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 01:37 (27.10) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 23:19 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:26 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:26 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 21:07 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 21:07 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:19 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 01:37 (27.10) | nakshatra Jyestha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:23 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:02 |
| End of twilight | 17:41 |
| Moonrise | 09:56 |
| Moonset | 18:52 |
| Day length | 9 h 39 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, Anuradha (07:23–17:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Chhath: Nahay Khay · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The first day of Chhath: a bath in the river and a single pure vegetarian meal — the start of the fast.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–21:07 Ravi Yoga 01:37–07:25 (27.10)
Anandadi: Vajra 07:23–01:37 (27.10) Anandadi: Mudgara 01:37–07:25 (27.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:49–14:28 |
| Godhuli | 17:02–17:31 |
| Pradosha | 17:02–19:55 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (27.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:01–17:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:37–15:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:48–11:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:13–13:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:19–09:57, 22:47–23:45 |
| Varjyam | 07:10–08:39, 06:46–08:14 (27.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:23–09:45, 14:16–15:19, 16:03–16:44
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 07:23–09:45, 14:16–15:19, 16:03–16:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:23–09:45, 14:16–15:19, 16:03–16:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Tula 07:23, Vrischika 09:45, Dhanu 12:27, Makara 14:16, Kumbha 15:19, Mina 16:03, Mesha 16:44
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”); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–21:07+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:23–01:37 (27.10)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:23–23:19+1 Auspicious tithi 07:23–21:070 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:23–01:37 (27.10)−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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Shobhana; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi · Chhath: Kharna |
At sunrise 07:25
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 18:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 23:42 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 19:59 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:48 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:48 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 18:28 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 18:28 | karana Bava |
| from 19:59 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 23:42 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 05:10 (28.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:25 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:00 |
| End of twilight | 17:39 |
| Moonrise | 11:10 |
| Moonset | 19:37 |
| Day length | 9 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, bad — 4
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 (07:25–17:00) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:48–17:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
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), 11:15–13:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chhath: Kharna · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The second day of Chhath: a fast all day, and in the evening rice kheer with jaggery; then a strict waterless fast begins (about 36 hours) — until Usha Arghya at dawn on the fourth day.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:25–23:42
Yamaghanta 23:42–07:27 (28.10)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 23:42–07:27 (28.10) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:25–23:42
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:48–18:28; Bhadra Mukha 07:48–09:35; Bhadra Puchha 17:24–18:28
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 18:11–05:14 (28.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:48–14:27 |
| Godhuli | 17:00–17:29 |
| Pradosha | 17:00–19:53 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (28.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:36–17:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:12–13:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:37–09:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:01–12:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Varjyam | 06:46–08:14 |
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 07:25–12:23, 14:12–15:15, 15:59–16:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Tula 07:25, Vrischika 09:41, Dhanu 12:23, Makara 14:12, Kumbha 15:15, Mina 15:59, Mesha 16:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 07:25–17:00: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
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
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:25–23:42+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:25–19:59+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:25–23:42−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:25–23:42−2 Rikta tithi 07:25–18:28−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:48–18:28
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), Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Dhumra |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya · Skanda Shashti (Soorasamharam) |
At sunrise 07:27
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 15:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 21:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 16:43 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:54 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:54 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 15:54 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:43 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 21:54 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 02:40 (29.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:27 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:58 |
| End of twilight | 17:37 |
| Moonrise | 12:17 |
| Moonset | 20:32 |
| Day length | 9 h 30 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 15:54 |
|---|
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, Mula (07:27–16:58) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The main day of Chhath (Bihar, East India): fasting devotees stand in water and make offerings to the setting Sun. Surya and Chhathi Maiya are prayed to for health, children and prosperity.
Rule: at sunset, 16:58
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Skanda Shashti (Soorasamharam) · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The principal Skanda Shashti of the year — the victory of Murugan over the asura Surapadman. In South India it concludes a six-day fast; Murugan temples re-enact the battle.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 15:54–07:29 (29.10)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:27–15:54 Ravi Yoga 21:54–07:29 (29.10)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:54–07:29 (29.10)
Anandadi: Prajapati 21:54–07:29 (29.10) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:27–21:54
- Gandanta (tithi): 15:32–16:15
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:31–06:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:48–14:26 |
| Godhuli | 16:58–17:27 |
| Pradosha | 16:58–19:52 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:42 (29.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:59–17:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:24–14:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:27–08:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:50–11:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:37–11:15, 14:26–15:04 |
| Varjyam | 20:25–21:54, 06:51–08:20 (29.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:27–15:54, 15:55–16:36
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 07:27–15:54, 15:55–16:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:27–15:54, 15:55–16:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:27–15:54, 15:55–16:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-panchami until 15:54, Shukla-shashti from 15:54; lagna Tula 07:27, Vrischika 09:38, Dhanu 12:20, Makara 14:09, Kumbha 15:11, Mina 15:55, Mesha 16:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; 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.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:27–15:54+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:27–15:540 Yoga Sukarma 16:43–07:29 (29.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:54–07:29 (29.10)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:27–21:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:27–21:54
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); auspicious time — until 13:29 |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chhath: Usha Arghya |
At sunrise 07:29
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:29 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 20:16 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 13:35 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:29 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:29 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 13:29 | karana Gara |
| from 13:35 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 20:16 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 00:21 (30.10) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:29 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:56 |
| End of twilight | 17:35 |
| Moonrise | 13:13 |
| Moonset | 21:37 |
| Day length | 9 h 26 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 13:29 |
|---|
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-Ashadha (07:29–16:56) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Chhath: Usha Arghya · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The end of Chhath: at dawn offerings are made to the rising Sun and the fast is broken.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival, 07:29
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–13:29 Ravi Yoga 07:29–20:16
Krakacha Yoga 13:29–07:31 (30.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:29–07:31 (30.10)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:29–20:16 Anandadi: Ananda 20:16–07:31 (30.10)
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 | 15:48–17:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:02–12:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:34–15:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:40–09:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:22–10:00, 12:31–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 06:51–08:20, 03:49–05:19 (30.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:29–09:34, 13:29–16:56
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 07:29–09:34, 13:29–16:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:29–09:34, 13:29–16:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:29–12:16, 14:05–15:07, 15:51–16:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-shashti until 13:29, Shukla-saptami from 13:29; lagna Tula 07:29, Vrischika 09:34, Dhanu 12:16, Makara 14:05, Kumbha 15:07, Mina 15:51, Mesha 16:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — 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.
Auspicious time ends by 13:29
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:29–20:16+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–13:29+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:29–20:16+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:29–13:35+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 13:29–07:31 (30.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:29–07:31 (30.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:29–20:16−1 Krakacha Yoga 13:29–07:31 (30.10)
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 — Vishti (Bhadra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:31
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 11:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:54 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 10:38 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:18 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:38 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 11:18 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 11:18 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:54 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 22:18 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:53 |
| End of twilight | 17:33 |
| Moonrise | 13:58 |
| Moonset | 22:49 |
| Day length | 9 h 22 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 11:18 |
|---|
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 (07:31–16:53) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:18–16:53: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 07:31–11:18 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:54–07:33 (31.10)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–11:18
Anandadi: Chara 13:13–20:25 Anandadi: Sthira 20:25–07:33 (31.10) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:31–13:13
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:18–22:18; Bhadra Puchha 12:57–14:03; Bhadra Mukha 14:03–15:54
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 | 13:46–14:23 |
| Godhuli | 16:53–17:23 |
| Pradosha | 16:53–19:49 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (31.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:52–14:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:52–11:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:23–14:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:31–08:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:31–08:09, 08:09–08:46 |
| Varjyam | 22:43–00:14 (31.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:31–11:18
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 07:31–11:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:31–11:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:31–12:12, 14:01–15:03, 15:47–16:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-saptami until 11:18, Shukla-ashtami from 11:18; lagna Tula 07:31, Vrischika 09:30, Dhanu 12:12, Makara 14:01, Kumbha 15:03, Mina 15:47, Mesha 16:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 11:18–16:53: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:31–18:54+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:31–10:38+1 Auspicious tithi 07:31–11:180 Anandadi: Chara 13:13–20:250 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:31–11:180 Yoga Shula 10:38–12:25−1 Ashtami 11:18–07:33 (31.10)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:31–13:13−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–11:18−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:18–22:18
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Gada |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 2050 · Vikram 2185 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami · Gopashtami |
At sunrise 07:33
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 17:48 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 07:55 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:24 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:55 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 09:24 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 09:24 | karana Balava |
| from 17:48 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 20:33 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:26 (01.11) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:33 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:51 |
| End of twilight | 17:30 |
| Moonrise | 14:34 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 9 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:24 |
|---|
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 (07:33–16:51) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:18 (30.10)–09:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Gopashtami · Krishna Gopala
The day when Krishna first went out to herd cows. Cows are bathed, decorated and fed; Krishna Gopala is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:18 (30.10)–09:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 17:48–07:35 (01.11)
Anandadi: Matanga 17:48–07:35 (01.11) Anandadi: Gada 07:33–17:48
- Roga Panchaka: 05:22 (01.11)–16:55 (05.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:36–06:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:45–14:22 |
| Godhuli | 16:51–17:21 |
| Pradosha | 16:51–19:48 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (01.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:52–09:24, 06:57–08:30 (01.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:42–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:12–13:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:32–15:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:37–16:14 |
| Varjyam | 21:40–23:13 |
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 07:33–12:08, 13:57–14:59, 15:43–16:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 09:24, Shukla-navami from 09:24; lagna Tula 07:33, Vrischika 09:26, Dhanu 12:08, Makara 13:57, Kumbha 14:59, Mina 15:43, Mesha 16:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 07:33–09:24: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 09:24–16:51: 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
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 Auspicious nakshatra 07:33–17:480 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Ganda 07:55–10:04−1 Anandadi: Gada 07:33–17:48−2 Rikta tithi 09:24–07:35 (01.11)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Padmanabha; Aditya — Tvashtar. Full moon in nakshatra Ashwini. Ritu: Sharad.
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: Shubhakrit (No. 36)
Shaka Samvat 2050 · Vikram Samvat 2185 · Kali Yuga 5229
Next year — Virodhi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 20.03.2129
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: 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: 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)
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.
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: 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.
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): 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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).
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” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
“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.
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).
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.
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.
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 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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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
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.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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.
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: 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: 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.
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.
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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 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.
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.
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.
“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-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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
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.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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: 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: 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.
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: 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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
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).
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.
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 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.
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
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).
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.
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: 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)
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.
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: 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 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-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
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).
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.
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.
“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.
Began on a Monday: considered relatively favourable for dealings with the authorities, government service and property.
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.
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 — 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: 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: 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.
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: 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 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-dvadashi
neutral
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 same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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 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 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: 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
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.
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 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-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
not good for sowing seeds, 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 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 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−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.
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
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.
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 Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
sowing seeds, 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.
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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)
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.
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.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
digging, plowing, planting trees
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 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.
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
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.
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)
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 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
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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: 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.
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)
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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: 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
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
Planting and sowing are allowed.
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: 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.
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
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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
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
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.
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)
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
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
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
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.
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
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
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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
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
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
“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.
Patron: Damodara; Aditya — Vishnu. Full moon in nakshatra Krittika. 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: 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
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 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: 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)
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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)
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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
−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: 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)
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
+1 — favourable 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.
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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Began on a Sunday: the “illness” Panchaka — people guard their health and do not start medical treatment or journeys.
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.