December 1973 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Margashirsha (until 24.12), Pausha (from 25.12). Periods: from 15.12 — Kharmas. Major festivals: 9.12 Dattatreya Jayanti. 10.12 — lunar eclipse, partial (fully visible); 24.12 — solar eclipse, annular (not visible here).
Icons this month (22)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 6.12 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra after 10:55
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 10.12 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Ananda
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 13.12 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra, Pushya after 14:55
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 16.12 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra after 12:17
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 27.12 Thu — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra after 10:37
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 28.12 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati after 11:47
Dhanishtha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 3.12 Mon Masik Durgashtami
- 6.12 Thu Mokshada Ekadashi
- 6.12 Thu Gita Jayanti
- 7.12 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 8.12 Sat Karthigai Deepam
- 9.12 Sun Dattatreya Jayanti
- 9.12 Sun Margashirsha Purnima
- 12.12 Wed Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha)
- 15.12 Sat Dhanu Sankranti
- 16.12 Sun Kalashtami
- 20.12 Thu Saphala Ekadashi
- 21.12 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 22.12 Sat Masik Shivaratri
- 24.12 Mon Margashirsha Amavasya
- 24.12 Mon Somvati Amavasya
- 26.12 Wed Chandra Darshan
- 28.12 Fri Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 30.12 Sun Skanda Shashti
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.12 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 13:54–07:51 (02.12)
- 4.12 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:57–08:40 (05.12)
- 6.12 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 7.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:43–09:44
- 8.12 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:36–08:46 (09.12)
- 8.12 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:36–08:46 (09.12)
- 10.12 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:47–00:07 (11.12)
- 10.12 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:47–00:07 (11.12)
- 11.12 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 21:17–21:25
- 13.12 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:51–16:16
- 13.12 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 08:51–16:16
- 13.12 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:51–16:16
- 16.12 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:17–08:54 (17.12)
- 21.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:02–08:58 (22.12)
- 23.12 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:30–08:59 (24.12)
- 25.12 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 05:42–08:59 (26.12)
- 28.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:59–11:47
- 30.12 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 08:05–08:59 (31.12)
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
- 1.12 Sat — Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Yoga Vyaghata
- 3.12 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Panchaka, Anandadi: Musala
- 5.12 Wed — Vyatipata, Surya Dagdha tithi, Panchaka
- 8.12 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 11.12 Tue — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
- 14.12 Fri — Anandadi: Kana, Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
- 15.12 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi, Sankranti day
- 23.12 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krishna Chaturdashi, Anandadi: Kana (unfavourable day)
- 24.12 Mon — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Eclipse (not visible here)
- 25.12 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 31.12 Mon — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
Sky this month
- 10.12 Full moon (Purnima) 04:34
- 10.12 Lunar eclipse, partial, greatest eclipse 04:44, magnitude 0.099
fully visible: 04:10–05:18, maximum eclipse here 04:44, magnitude 0.099 - 15.12 Dhanu Sankranti 17:52 — the Sun enters Dhanu (Sagittarius)
- 22.12 Winter solstice 03:08
- 24.12 New moon (Amavasya) 18:07
- 24.12 Solar eclipse, annular, greatest eclipse 18:01, magnitude 0.917
not visible here (below the horizon)
Periods
- from 15.12 Kharmas
- 1.12 18:39 – 6.12 10:55 Mrityu Panchaka
- 29.12 01:11 – 2.01 20:01 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Pramadi (No. 47, “heedless”) — A year of heedlessness: careless mistakes and unexpected losses; attentiveness is needed. more
Northern samvatsara: Akshaya. Shaka Samvat 1895, Vikram Samvat 2030, Kali Yuga 5074.
Margashirsha (Sahas) — The month of which Krishna says: “Among the months I am Margashirsha” (Bhagavad Gita 10.35). Gita Jayanti, Datta Jayanti. more
Pausha (Sahasya) — The cold month of Dhanur Masa and Kharmas: no weddings are held until Makara Sankranti, and with it Uttarayana begins. 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
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:34
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:51 (02.12) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 08:23 (02.12) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:54 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:54 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 13:54 | karana Gara |
| from 02:55 (02.12) | karana Vanija |
| from 07:51 (02.12) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 08:23 (02.12) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:34 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 16:02 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 12:20 |
| Moonset | 22:39 |
| Day length | 7 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:54 |
|---|
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 13:54–07:51 (02.12)
Krakacha Yoga 08:34–13:54 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:54–08:36 (02.12)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:34–07:51 (02.12) Anandadi: Ananda 07:51–08:36 (02.12)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 18:39–10:55 (06.12)
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 | 06:22–07:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 16:02–16:35 |
| Pradosha | 16:02–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:52 (02.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:21–22:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:26–11:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:14–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:34–09:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:34–09:04, 09:04–09:34 |
| Varjyam | 09:45–11:31 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:51–12:56, 13:40–16:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 11:51–12:56, 13:40–16:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:51–12:56, 13:40–16:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:34–09:58, 11:51–12:56, 13:40–16:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-shashti until 13:54, Shukla-saptami from 13:54; lagna Vrischika 08:34, Dhanu 09:58, Makara 11:51, Kumbha 12:56, Mina 13:40, Mesha 14:21, Vrishabha 15:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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: Vardhamana 08:34–07:51 (02.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:34–07:51 (02.12)0 Auspicious tithi 13:54–08:36 (02.12)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 13:54–07:51 (02.12)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:54–08:36 (02.12)−1 Yoga Vyaghata 08:34–11:36−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:34–13:54
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Harshana; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:36
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 1 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 09:46 (03.12) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 08:21 (03.12) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:46 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:46 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 15:46 | karana Vishti |
| from 04:28 (03.12) | karana Bava |
| from 08:21 (03.12) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:36 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 16:01 |
| End of twilight | 16:46 |
| Moonrise | 12:33 |
| Moonset | 23:52 |
| Day length | 7 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:46 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (08:36–16:01) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:46–16:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 08:36–15:46
Anandadi: Rakshasa all day
- Bhadra on earth: 15:46–04:28 (03.12); Bhadra Puchha 17:40–18:55; Bhadra Mukha 18:55–21:01
- Mrityu Panchaka: 18:39 (01.12)–10:55 (06.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:23–07:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 16:01–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:01–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:52 (03.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:00–03:43 (03.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:05–16:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:18–13:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:02–15:31 |
| Varjyam | 15:37–17:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:36–15:46
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 08:36–15:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:36–15:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-saptami until 15:46, Shukla-ashtami from 15:46; lagna Vrischika 08:36, Dhanu 09:54, Makara 11:47, Kumbha 12:52, Mina 13:36, Mesha 14:17, Vrishabha 15:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 15:46–16:01: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 15:46–16:01: 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Harshana 08:36–08:21 (03.12)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:36–15:460 Ashtami 15:46–08:37 (03.12)0 Bhadra on earth 15:46–04:28 (03.12)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa all day−1 Panchaka all day−3 Samvartaka Yoga 08:36–15:46
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 08:37
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 16:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 09:46 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 07:44 (04.12) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:59 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:46 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 16:59 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 16:59 | karana Balava |
| from 05:17 (04.12) | karana Kaulava |
| from 07:44 (04.12) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:37 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 12:45 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 7 h 22 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 09:46 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (08:37–09:46) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (09:46–16:00) is good for root crops.
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 15:46 (02.12)–16:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:46–16:59
Anandadi: Amrita 08:37–09:46 Anandadi: Musala 09:46–08:39 (04.12)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 18:39 (01.12)–10:55 (06.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:25–07:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:33 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:53 (04.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:34–04:14 (04.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:33–10:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:23–12:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:14–14:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:34–13:03, 14:02–14:32 |
| Varjyam | 16:29–18:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:37–09:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 09:46, Purva-Bhadra from 09:46; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Vrischika 08:37, Dhanu 09:50, Makara 11:43, Kumbha 12:48, Mina 13:32, Mesha 14:13, Vrishabha 15:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 09:46) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 09:46) — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 08:37–16:00: 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 = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:37–09:46+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Amrita 08:37–09:460 Yoga Vajra 08:37–09:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:46–08:39 (04.12)−1 Ashtami 08:37–16:59−1 Anandadi: Musala 09:46–08:39 (04.12)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:46–16:59
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:39
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 17:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 10:57 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 06:29 (05.12) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:23 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:57 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 17:23 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 17:23 | karana Taitila |
| from 05:16 (05.12) | karana Gara |
| from 06:29 (05.12) | yoga Vyatipata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:39 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 15:59 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 12:58 |
| Moonset | 01:07 |
| Day length | 7 h 20 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 10:57 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:39–10:57) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (10:57–15:59) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 10:57–08:40 (05.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:57–08:40 (05.12) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:57–08:40 (05.12)
Krakacha Yoga 17:23–08:40 (05.12)
Anandadi: Siddhi 10:57–08:40 (05.12) Anandadi: Kana 08:39–10:57
- Mrityu Panchaka: 18:39 (01.12)–10:55 (06.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:26–07:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:59–16:33 |
| Pradosha | 15:59–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:53 (05.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:28–08:05 (05.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:29–11:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:19–13:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:07–10:36, 22:40–23:47 |
| Varjyam | 20:43–22:20 |
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 11:39–12:44, 13:28–14:09, 15:02–15:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 10:57, Uttara-Bhadra from 10:57; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Vrischika 08:39, Dhanu 09:46, Makara 11:39, Kumbha 12:44, Mina 13:28, Mesha 14:09, Vrishabha 15:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 10:57) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 10:57) — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 08:39–15:59: 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.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:57–08:40 (05.12)+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:39–06:29 (05.12)+2 Ravi Yoga 10:57–08:40 (05.12)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 10:57–08:40 (05.12)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:57–08:40 (05.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:57–08:40 (05.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:39–10:57−2 Rikta tithi 08:39–17:23−3 Anandadi: Kana 08:39–10:57
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:40
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 16:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 11:20 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 04:35 (06.12) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:57 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:20 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 16:57 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 16:57 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:26 (06.12) | karana Vishti |
| from 04:35 (06.12) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:40 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 15:59 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 13:12 |
| Moonset | 02:26 |
| Day length | 7 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:20 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (08:40–11:20) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (11:20–15:59) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:40–11:20 Anandadi: Utpata 11:20–08:42 (06.12)
- Bhadra on earth: 04:26–10:55 (06.12); Bhadra Puchha 08:53–10:01 (06.12); Bhadra Mukha 10:01–11:55 (06.12)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 18:39 (01.12)–10:55 (06.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:34–17:20
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:06–16:41 (06.12)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:27–07:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:59–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:59–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:54 (06.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:33–10:08 (06.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:20–13:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:35–10:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:25–12:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:05–12:34 |
| Varjyam | 23:08–00:42 (06.12) |
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 08:40–09:42, 11:35–12:40, 13:24–14:05 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 11:20, Revati from 11:20; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Vrischika 08:40, Dhanu 09:42, Makara 11:35, Kumbha 12:40, Mina 13:24, Mesha 14:05, Vrishabha 14:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 11:20) — a good life; Revati (from 11:20) — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:40–15:59: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:40–11:20+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:40–16:570 Anandadi: Utpata 11:20–08:42 (06.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:40–11:20−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:40–16:57−3 Vyatipata 08:40–04:35 (06.12)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 10:55 |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Mokshada Ekadashi · Gita Jayanti |
At sunrise 08:42
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 15:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 10:55 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 02:03 (07.12) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:55 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 15:42 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 15:42 | karana Bava |
| from 02:03 (07.12) | yoga Parigha |
| from 02:47 (07.12) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:42 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 13:29 |
| Moonset | 03:47 |
| Day length | 7 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:55 | 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, Revati (08:42–10:55) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:42–15:42: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mokshada Ekadashi · Vishnu
The “liberation-giving” Ekadashi of Margashirsha; on this day Krishna imparted the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna (Gita Jayanti). Devotees fast, read the Gita and perform ancestor rites.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:57 (05.12)–15:42
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:43–10:10 (07.12)
Gita Jayanti · Krishna
The anniversary of the Bhagavad Gita, imparted by Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. The entire Gita is recited, and discourses and homas are held.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:57 (05.12)–15:42
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:43–10:10 (07.12)
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:42–10:55 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Mitra 08:42–10:55 Anandadi: Manasa 10:55–08:43 (07.12)
- Bhadra on earth: 04:26–10:55; Bhadra Puchha 08:53–10:01; Bhadra Mukha 10:01–11:55
- Bhadra in heaven: 10:55–15:42; Bhadra Mukha 10:01–11:55
- Mrityu Panchaka: 18:39 (01.12)–10:55
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:06–16:41
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:28–07:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:06–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:54 (07.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:33–10:08, 02:53–04:25 (07.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:15–14:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:42–09:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:31–11:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:07–11:36, 14:02–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 05:56–07:27 (07.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:31–12:36, 13:20–14:01, 14:54–15:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 11:31–12:36, 13:20–14:01, 14:54–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 10:55–15:58 |
| Cutting toenails | good 11:31–12:36, 13:20–14:01, 14:54–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:42–09:38, 11:31–12:36, 13:20–14:01 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati until 10:55, Ashwini from 10:55; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 15:42, Shukla-dvadashi from 15:42; lagna Vrischika 08:42, Dhanu 09:38, Makara 11:31, Kumbha 12:36, Mina 13:20, Mesha 14:01, Vrishabha 14:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 10:55) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 10:55) — joy; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 08:42–10:55: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 10:55
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 08:42–10:55+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:42–10:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:42–10:55+1 Yoga Variyana 08:42–02:03 (07.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:42–15:42−1 Gandanta 08:42–16:41−1 Panchaka 08:42–10:55−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:55–15:42
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Yoga Parigha, Anandadi: Mudgara |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 08:43
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 13:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 09:44 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 22:58 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:43 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:44 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 13:43 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 13:43 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:58 | yoga Shiva |
| from 00:28 (08.12) | karana Taitila |
| from 07:55 (08.12) | nakshatra Krittika |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:43 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 13:51 |
| Moonset | 05:13 |
| Day length | 7 h 14 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 | from 09:44 | from 13:43 |
|---|
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 (09:44–15:58) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:58–19:19
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:43–09:44 Ravi Yoga 07:55–08:45 (08.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:43–13:43
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:55–08:45 (08.12) Anandadi: Vajra 08:43–09:44 Anandadi: Mudgara 09:44–07:55 (08.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:29–07:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:06–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:55 (08.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:29–04:58 (08.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:26–12:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:38–10:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:10–10:39, 12:35–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 18:37–20:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:43–09:44, 11:27–12:32, 13:16–15:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:43–09:44, 11:27–12:32, 13:16–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:43–09:44, 11:27–12:32, 13:16–13:57 and another 1 |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:43–09:44, 11:27–12:32, 13:16–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:43–09:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini until 09:44, Bharani from 09:44; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 13:43, Shukla-triodashi from 13:43; lagna Vrischika 08:43, Dhanu 09:34, Makara 11:27, Kumbha 12:32, Mina 13:16, Mesha 13:57, Vrishabha 14:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 09:44) — joy; Bharani (from 09:44) — facing death (dangers); 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
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 Auspicious nakshatra 08:43–09:44+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:43–09:440 Auspicious tithi 13:43–08:45 (08.12)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:43–13:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:44–07:55 (08.12)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 09:44–07:55 (08.12)−1 Yoga Parigha 08:43–12:31
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 — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Karthigai Deepam |
At sunrise 08:45
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 11:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 05:36 (09.12) more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 19:26 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:05 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:05 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 11:05 | karana Gara |
| from 19:26 | yoga Siddha |
| from 21:35 | karana Vanija |
| from 05:36 (09.12) | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 07:59 (09.12) | tithi Purnima |
| from 07:59 (09.12) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:45 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 14:23 |
| Moonset | 06:40 |
| Day length | 7 h 12 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 11:05 |
|---|
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 (08:45–15:57) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 11:05–15:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Karthigai Deepam · Shiva (Arunachaleshwara)
The Tamil festival of lights on the day of Krittika nakshatra in the solar month of Karthigai: a huge fire is lit on the summit of Arunachala hill in Tiruvannamalai, and rows of oil lamps are lit in homes.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, 08:45–05:36 (09.12)
of the two days with this nakshatra, the one nearest the full moon is chosen
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:45–05:36 (09.12) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:05–07:59 (09.12) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:36–08:46 (09.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:36–08:46 (09.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–08:46 (09.12)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:45–05:36 (09.12) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:36–08:46 (09.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:59–18:19 (09.12); Bhadra Puchha 14:41–15:42 (09.12); Bhadra Mukha 15:42–17:25 (09.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:30–07:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:55 (09.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:26–04:53 (09.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:33–11:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:15–14:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:45–09:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:45–09:14, 09:14–09:42 |
| Varjyam | 18:46–20:12 |
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 08:45–09:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 11:05, Shukla-chaturdashi from 11:05; lagna Vrischika 08:45, Dhanu 09:30, Makara 11:23, Kumbha 12:28, Mina 13:12, Mesha 13:53, Vrishabha 14:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 11:05–15:57: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:45–05:36 (09.12)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:05–07:59 (09.12)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:45–05:36 (09.12)+1 Yoga Shiva 08:45–19:26+1 Auspicious tithi 08:45–11:05−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 11:05–07:59 (09.12)−2 Kshaya tithi
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 Siddha, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Eclipse, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Dattatreya Jayanti · Margashirsha Purnima |
At sunrise 08:46
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 04:34 (10.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 02:57 (10.12) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 15:33 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:19 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:33 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 18:19 | karana Bava |
| from 02:57 (10.12) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 04:34 (10.12) | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 04:34 (10.12) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:46 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 15:09 |
| Moonset | 08:03 |
| Day length | 7 h 10 min |
Sky
| Sutak | 19:10–05:18 (10.12) |
|---|
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 |
|---|
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 (08:46–15:57) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:46–15:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Dattatreya Jayanti · Dattatreya
The day of the appearance of Dattatreya — the incarnation of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva in a single form, son of Atri and Anasuya. Puja is performed in the evening and the Guru Charitra is read; Annapurna Jayanti falls on the same day.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:57–19:19
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Margashirsha Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Margashirsha: Dattatreya Jayanti and Annapurna Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:59–04:34 (10.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:34–08:47 (10.12)
Anandadi: Prajapati 08:46–02:57 (10.12) Anandadi: Saumya 02:57–08:47 (10.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:59–18:19; Bhadra Puchha 14:41–15:42; Bhadra Mukha 15:42–17:25
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:14–04:55 (10.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:32–07:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:56 (10.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:06–01:31 (10.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:03–15:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:21–13:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:09–15:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 14:59–15:28 |
| Varjyam | 19:50–21:15, 07:53–09:18 (10.12) |
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 08:46–09:26, 11:19–12:24, 13:08–13:49 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Purnima; lagna Vrischika 08:46, Dhanu 09:26, Makara 11:19, Kumbha 12:24, Mina 13:08, Mesha 13:49, Vrishabha 14:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak.
- Purnima 08:46–15:57: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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.
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 Siddha 08:46–15:33+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 08:46–02:57 (10.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:46–02:57 (10.12)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:46–18:19−3 Eclipse
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Lunar eclipse, partial (fully visible) |
At sunrise 08:47
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 00:59 (11.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 00:07 (11.12) more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 11:28 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:47 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:28 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 14:47 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:07 (11.12) | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 00:59 (11.12) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 00:59 (11.12) | karana Taitila |
| from 07:17 (11.12) | yoga Shukla |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:47 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 16:13 |
| Moonset | 09:14 |
| Day length | 7 h 09 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 04:34 |
|---|---|
| Lunar eclipse, partial | greatest eclipse 04:44, magnitude 0.099 |
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 02:38 Partial eclipse begins 04:10 Partial eclipse ends 05:18 Penumbral eclipse ends 06:50 |
| Visibility | fully visible: 04:10–05:18, maximum eclipse here 04:44, magnitude 0.099 |
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 |
|---|
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 (08:47–15:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:47–00:07 (11.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:47–00:07 (11.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:59–08:48 (11.12)
Anandadi: Ananda 08:47–00:07 (11.12) Anandadi: Kaladanda 00:07–08:48 (11.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:33–07:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:56 (11.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:21–17:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:41–10:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:28–12:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:15–14:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:36–13:05, 14:02–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 07:53–09:18, 07:32–08:56 (11.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:47–09:22, 11:15–12:20, 13:05–13:45 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Vrischika 08:47, Dhanu 09:22, Makara 11:15, Kumbha 12:20, Mina 13:05, Mesha 13:45, Vrishabha 14:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:47–00:07 (11.12)+1 Yoga Shubha 11:28–07:17 (11.12)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 08:47–00:07 (11.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:47–00:07 (11.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:47–00:59 (11.12)−1 Eclipse nearby
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:48
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 21:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 21:17 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 03:09 (12.12) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:12 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:12 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 21:17 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 21:25 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 21:25 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:09 (12.12) | yoga Brahma |
| from 07:41 (12.12) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:48 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 17:34 |
| Moonset | 10:06 |
| Day length | 7 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 21:17–21:25 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:25–08:50 (12.12)
Yamaghanta 08:48–21:17
Anandadi: Chara 08:48–21:17 Anandadi: Sthira 21:17–08:50 (12.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:41–13:16 (12.12)
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 | 06:34–07:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:57 (12.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:28–13:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:35–11:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:22–13:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:14–10:43, 22:42–23:49 |
| Varjyam | 07:32–08:56, 07:57–09:22 (12.12) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Vrischika 08:48, Dhanu 09:18, Makara 11:12, Kumbha 12:17, Mina 13:01, Mesha 13:42, Vrishabha 14:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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 = −3
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: Chara 08:48–21:17+1 Yoga Shukla 08:48–03:09 (12.12)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:48–21:250 Tripushkar Yoga 21:17–21:25−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:48–21:17−3 Yamaghanta 08:48–21:17
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha) |
At sunrise 08:50
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 18:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 18:37 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 23:11 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:01 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:01 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 18:01 | karana Bava |
| from 18:37 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 23:11 | yoga Indra |
| from 04:25 (13.12) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:50 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:42 |
| Moonrise | 19:05 |
| Moonset | 10:43 |
| Day length | 7 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (08:50–15:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:50–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha) · 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, 19:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:50–18:01 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:50–18:01
Anandadi: Matanga 18:37–08:51 (13.12) Anandadi: Gada 08:50–18:37
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:41–13:16
- Bhadra on earth: 13:16–18:01; Bhadra Puchha 14:24–15:26; Bhadra Mukha 15:26–17:09
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:34–07:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:57 (13.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:29–17:54 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:23–13:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:43–10:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:29–12:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:09–12:37 |
| Varjyam | 07:57–09:22, 01:50–03:17 (13.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:08–12:13, 12:57–13:16
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 11:08–12:13, 12:57–13:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:50–13:16 |
| Cutting toenails | good 11:08–12:13, 12:57–13:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:50–09:14, 11:08–12:13, 12:57–13:38 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Vrischika 08:50, Dhanu 09:14, Makara 11:08, Kumbha 12:13, Mina 12:57, Mesha 13:38, Vrishabha 14:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 13:16–15:56: 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).
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 Yoga Brahma 08:50–23:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:50–18:37+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:50–18:01−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:50–18:37−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:50–18:01−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:50–18:01−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:50–13:16
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, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — after 14:55 |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:51
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 14:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 16:16 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 19:30 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:55 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:55 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 14:55 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:16 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 19:30 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 01:32 (14.12) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:51 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:42 |
| Moonrise | 20:36 |
| Moonset | 11:10 |
| Day length | 7 h 05 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 14:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:51–15:56) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:51–16:16 Guru Pushya Yoga 08:51–16:16 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:51–16:16 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:55–08:52 (14.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:51–14:55
Anandadi: Shubha 08:51–16:16 Anandadi: Amrita 16:16–08:52 (14.12)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:47–19:58 (14.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:35–07:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:58 (14.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:30–11:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:16–14:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:51–09:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:37–11:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:12–11:41, 14:02–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 04:03–05:32 (14.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 14:55–15:56
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 | good 14:55–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 14:55–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 14:55–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 14:55, Krishna-panchami from 14:55; lagna Vrischika 08:51, Dhanu 09:10, Makara 11:04, Kumbha 12:09, Mina 12:53, Mesha 13:34, Vrishabha 14:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 08:51–14:55: 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 = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 14:55
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:51–16:16+2 Yoga Indra 08:51–19:30+2 Pushya 08:51–16:16+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:51–16:16+1 Auspicious weekday0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:55–08:52 (14.12)0 Auspicious tithi 14:55–08:52 (14.12)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:51–14:55 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Rikta tithi 08:51–14:55
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Kana, Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 08:52
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 12:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 14:22 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 16:11 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:16 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:16 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 12:16 | karana Gara |
| from 14:22 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 16:11 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 23:08 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:52 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:42 |
| Moonrise | 22:05 |
| Moonset | 11:29 |
| Day length | 7 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:16 | from 14:22 |
|---|
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 (14:22–15:56) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:16–08:53 (15.12) Ravi Yoga 14:22–08:53 (15.12)
Anandadi: Mrityu 08:52–14:22 Anandadi: Kana 14:22–08:53 (15.12)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:47–19:58
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:54–12:38
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:36–07:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:58 (15.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:53–14:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:31–12:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:10–15:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:45–10:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:17–10:45, 12:38–13:06 |
| Varjyam | 01:41–03:12 (15.12) |
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 08:52–12:16, 12:49–13:30, 14:23–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 14:22, Magha from 14:22; tithi Krishna-panchami until 12:16, Krishna-shashti from 12:16; lagna Vrischika 08:52, Dhanu 09:07, Makara 11:00, Kumbha 12:05, Mina 12:49, Mesha 13:30, Vrishabha 14:23, Mithuna 15:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 14:22) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 14:22) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 08:52–15:56: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- 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).
- 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −6
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: Kana
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:52–12:160 Ravi Yoga 14:22–08:53 (15.12)0 Anandadi: Kana 14:22–08:53 (15.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:16–08:53 (15.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 08:52–19:58−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:52–14:22−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:52–14:22−3 Vaidhriti 08:52–16:11
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Dhanu Sankranti |
At sunrise 08:53
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 10:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 13:01 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 13:21 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:10 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:10 | tithi Krishna-saptami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 10:10 | karana Vishti |
| from 13:01 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 13:21 | yoga Priti |
| from 21:20 | karana Bava |
| from 08:41 (16.12) | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 08:41 (16.12) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:53 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:42 |
| Moonrise | 23:30 |
| Moonset | 11:45 |
| Day length | 7 h 03 min |
Sky
| Dhanu Sankranti | 17:52 — the Sun enters Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
|---|
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 | from 10:10 | from 13:01 |
|---|
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, Magha (08:53–13:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (13:01–15:56) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:10–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Dhanu Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Sagittarius: Dhanur Masa (the Tamil Margazhi) and Kharmas begin — a month without weddings or housewarmings until Makara Sankranti.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 12:24–15:56
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:53–13:01 Ravi Yoga 17:52–08:54 (16.12)
Krakacha Yoga 08:53–10:10 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:10–08:41 (16.12)
Anandadi: Padma 08:53–13:01 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:01–08:54 (16.12)
- Bhadra on earth: 10:10–21:20; Bhadra Puchha 14:40–15:47; Bhadra Mukha 15:47–17:40
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:37–07:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:59 (16.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:45–12:15, 06:05–07:38 (16.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:38–11:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:17–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:53–09:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:53–09:21, 09:21–09:49 |
| Varjyam | 20:46–22:19 |
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 10:56–12:01, 12:45–13:26, 14:19–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 13:01, Purva-Phalguni from 13:01; tithi Krishna-shashti until 10:10, Krishna-saptami from 10:10; lagna Vrischika 08:53, Dhanu 09:03, Makara 10:56, Kumbha 12:01, Mina 12:45, Mesha 13:26, Vrishabha 14:19, Mithuna 15:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 13:01) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 13:01) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 17:52 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 10:10–15:56: 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:
- 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 = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi, Sankranti day
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:53–13:01+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:53–13:010 Yoga Priti 13:21–08:54 (16.12)0 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:10–08:41 (16.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:01–08:54 (16.12)−1 Krakacha Yoga 08:53–10:10−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:53–13:01−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Bhadra on earth 10:10–21:20
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 — after 12:17 |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 08:54
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:53 (17.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 12:17 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 11:00 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 20:12 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:00 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 12:17 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 20:12 | karana Kaulava |
| from 07:53 (17.12) | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 07:53 (17.12) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:54 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 11:59 |
| Day length | 7 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 5, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:17 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (08:54–12:17) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (12:17–15:56) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:56–19:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:54–12:17 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:17–08:54 (17.12)
Anandadi: Chhatra 08:54–12:17 Anandadi: Mitra 12:17–08:54 (17.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:38–07:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:59 (17.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:03–06:38 (17.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:03–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:25–13:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:00–15:28 |
| Varjyam | 19:28–21:04 |
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 12:41–13:22, 14:15–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 12:17, Uttara-Phalguni from 12:17; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Vrischika 08:54, Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:52, Kumbha 11:57, Mina 12:41, Mesha 13:22, Vrishabha 14:15, Mithuna 15:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 12:17) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 12:17) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 08:54–15:56: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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).
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 12:17
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:17–08:54 (17.12)+2 Ravi Yoga 08:54–12:17+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:54–12:17+1 Yoga Priti 08:54–11:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:17–08:54 (17.12)0 Kharmas−1 Ashtami 08:54–07:53 (17.12)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:54–12:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Vajra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:54
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 07:46 (18.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 12:14 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 09:12 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 19:45 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:12 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 12:14 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 19:45 | karana Gara |
| from 07:46 (18.12) | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 07:46 (18.12) | karana Vanija |
| from 07:55 (18.12) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:54 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 00:52 |
| Moonset | 12:12 |
| Day length | 7 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (08:54–12:14) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (12:14–15:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:54–12:14 Anandadi: Vajra 12:14–08:55 (18.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:39–07:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–01:00 (18.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:40–08:19 (18.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:47–10:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:33–12:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:18–14:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:39–13:07, 14:04–14:32 |
| Varjyam | 20:50–22:28 |
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 Uttara-Phalguni until 12:14, Hasta from 12:14; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Dhanu 08:54, Makara 10:48, Kumbha 11:53, Mina 12:37, Mesha 13:18, Vrishabha 14:11, Mithuna 15:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 12:14) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 12:14) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 08:54–15:56: 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 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:54–12:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:54–12:14+1 Yoga Ayushman 08:54–09:12+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Vajra 12:14–08:55 (18.12)−2 Rikta tithi 08:54–07:46 (18.12)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:55
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 08:19 (19.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 12:49 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 07:08 (19.12) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 19:58 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:49 | nakshatra Chitra |
|---|---|
| from 19:58 | karana Vishti |
| from 07:08 (19.12) | yoga Atiganda |
| from 08:19 (19.12) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 08:19 (19.12) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:55 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 02:12 |
| Moonset | 12:27 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 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 12:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (08:55–12:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (12:49–15:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 08:55–08:19 (19.12) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–08:56 (19.12)
Anandadi: Saumya 08:55–12:49 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 12:49–08:56 (19.12)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:58–08:19 (19.12); Bhadra Puchha 21:53–23:07; Bhadra Mukha 23:07–01:09 (19.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:54–08:44 (19.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:39–07:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–01:00 (19.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:19–09:00 (19.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:11–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:40–11:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:26–13:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:19–10:48, 22:44–23:52 |
| Varjyam | 21:14–22:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:44–11:49, 12:33–13:14, 14:07–15:56
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 10:44–11:49, 12:33–13:14, 14:07–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:44–11:49, 12:33–13:14, 14:07–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 12:49, Chitra from 12:49; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Dhanu 08:55, Makara 10:44, Kumbha 11:49, Mina 12:33, Mesha 13:14, Vrishabha 14:07, Mithuna 15:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 12:49) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 12:49) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 08:55–12:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:55–12:49+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:55–07:08 (19.12)0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 12:49–08:56 (19.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:55–08:19 (19.12)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Tryahasparsha, Anandadi: Kaladanda |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:56
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:26 (20.12) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 14:02 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 06:49 (20.12) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 20:48 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:02 | nakshatra Swati |
|---|---|
| from 20:48 | karana Balava |
| from 06:49 (20.12) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:56 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 03:30 |
| Moonset | 12:43 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:56–14:02) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (14:02–15:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:56–14:02 Anandadi: Dhumra 14:02–08:57 (20.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:40–07:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–01:01 (20.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:19–09:00, 06:21–08:04 (20.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:26–13:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:49–10:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:34–12:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:12–12:40 |
| Varjyam | 20:03–21:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:40–11:45, 12:29–13:10, 14:03–15:56
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 | good 10:40–11:45, 12:29–13:10, 14:03–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:40–11:45, 12:29–13:10, 14:03–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:40–11:45, 12:29–13:10, 14:03–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 14:02, Swati from 14:02; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Dhanu 08:56, Makara 10:40, Kumbha 11:45, Mina 12:29, Mesha 13:10, Vrishabha 14:03, Mithuna 15:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 14:02) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 14:02) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:56–14:02+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Yoga Atiganda 08:56–09:30−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:56–14:02−2 Tryahasparsha
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 — Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Saphala Ekadashi |
At sunrise 08:57
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:26 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 15:48 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 06:53 (21.12) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:26 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:26 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:26 | karana Kaulava |
| from 15:48 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 22:12 | karana Taitila |
| from 06:53 (21.12) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:57 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 04:46 |
| Moonset | 13:04 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 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 09:26 | from 15:48 |
|---|
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 (08:57–15:48) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (15:48–15:57) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Saphala Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Margashirsha (Pausha in North India). “Fruitful”: the fast makes new undertakings successful; Narayana is worshipped and oil lamps are lit.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:19 (19.12)–09:26
Ekadashi prevails at two sunrises, but on the first day Dashami extends into Arunodaya — everyone fasts on the second day
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:57–10:21 (21.12)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Sthira 08:57–15:48 Anandadi: Vardhamana 15:48–08:57 (21.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:41–07:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:37–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–01:01 (21.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:25–10:10 (21.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:19–14:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:57–09:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:42–11:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:17–11:45, 14:05–14:33 |
| Varjyam | 21:55–23:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:36–11:41, 12:25–13:06, 13:59–15:48
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 10:36–11:41, 12:25–13:06, 13:59–15:48 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:36–11:41, 12:25–13:06, 13:59–15:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:36–11:41, 12:25–13:06, 13:59–15:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 15:48, Vishakha from 15:48; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 09:26, Krishna-dvadashi from 09:26; lagna Dhanu 08:57, Makara 10:36, Kumbha 11:41, Mina 12:25, Mesha 13:06, Vrishabha 13:59, Mithuna 15:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 15:48) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 15:48) — loss of money; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 08:57–15:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:57–15:48+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:57–06:53 (21.12)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 08:57
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 11:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 18:02 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 07:16 (22.12) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:05 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:05 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:05 | karana Gara |
| from 18:02 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 00:04 (22.12) | karana Vanija |
| from 07:16 (22.12) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:57 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 05:59 |
| Moonset | 13:31 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:05 |
|---|
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 (08:57–15:57) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:57–19:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:02–08:58 (22.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:57–11:05
Anandadi: Matanga 08:57–18:02 Anandadi: Rakshasa 18:02–08:58 (22.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:41–07:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:37–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–01:02 (22.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:25–10:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:35–12:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:12–15:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:50–10:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:21–10:49, 12:41–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 22:28–00:14 (22.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:32–11:37, 12:21–13:02, 13:55–15:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 10:32–11:37, 12:21–13:02, 13:55–15:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:32–11:37, 12:21–13:02, 13:55–15:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:32–11:37, 12:21–13:02, 13:55–15:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 11:05, Krishna-trayodashi from 11:05; lagna Dhanu 08:57, Makara 10:32, Kumbha 11:37, Mina 12:21, Mesha 13:02, Vrishabha 13:55, Mithuna 15:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; 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 = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:57–18:02+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:57–07:16 (22.12)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:57–11:05
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 08:58
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 13:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 20:38 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 07:55 (23.12) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:08 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:08 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 13:08 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:38 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:17 (23.12) | karana Shakuni |
| from 07:55 (23.12) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:58 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 07:06 |
| Moonset | 14:06 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Sky
| Winter solstice | 03:08 |
|---|
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 13:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (08:58–15:58) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:08–15:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 13:08–15:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:54–01:02 (23.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:08–08:58 (23.12)
Anandadi: Amrita 08:58–20:38 Anandadi: Musala 20:38–08:58 (23.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 13:08–02:17 (23.12); Bhadra Mukha 13:08–15:20; Bhadra Puchha 01:00–02:19 (23.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:42–07:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:38–14:06 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:22 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–01:02 (23.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:06–10:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:43–11:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:20–14:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:58–09:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:58–09:26, 09:26–09:54 |
| Varjyam | 02:54–04:42 (23.12) |
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 10:28–11:33, 12:17–12:58, 13:51–15:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 13:08, Krishna-chaturdashi from 13:08; lagna Dhanu 08:58, Makara 10:28, Kumbha 11:33, Mina 12:17, Mesha 12:58, Vrishabha 13:51, Mithuna 15:20
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”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 13:08–15:58: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Amrita 08:58–20:38+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:58–20:38+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:08–08:58 (23.12)0 Kharmas0 Yoga Shula 08:58–09:19−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:08–02:17 (23.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Krishna Chaturdashi 13:08–08:58 (23.12)
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), Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:58
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 23:30 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 08:44 (24.12) more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:31 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:31 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 15:31 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 23:30 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 04:47 (24.12) | karana Naga |
| from 08:44 (24.12) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:58 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 08:04 |
| Moonset | 14:51 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:31 |
|---|
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 (08:58–15:58) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shakuni 08:58–15:31: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 15:31–15:58: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:58–15:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:30–08:59 (24.12) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 23:30–08:59 (24.12)
Anandadi: Siddhi 23:30–08:59 (24.12) Anandadi: Kana 08:58–23:30
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:46–06:15 (24.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:42–07:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:38–14:06 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:22 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–01:02 (24.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:39–15:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:06–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:28–13:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:13–15:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:02–15:30 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
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 Jyestha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 15:31, Amavasya from 15:31; lagna Dhanu 08:58, Makara 10:24, Kumbha 11:29, Mina 12:13, Mesha 12:54, Vrishabha 13:47, Mithuna 15:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:58–15:31: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 15:31–15:58: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −9
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: Krishna Chaturdashi
0 Kharmas−1 Yoga Ganda 08:58–10:24−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:58–23:30−3 Anandadi: Kana 08:58–23:30−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:58–15:31
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Somvati Amavasya · Margashirsha Amavasya · Solar eclipse, annular (not visible here) |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 18:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 02:34 (25.12) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 09:40 (25.12) more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 18:07 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:07 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 18:07 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 02:34 (25.12) | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 07:28 (25.12) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 15:59 |
| End of twilight | 16:46 |
| Moonrise | 08:50 |
| Moonset | 15:48 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 18:07 |
|---|---|
| Solar eclipse, annular | greatest eclipse 18:01, magnitude 0.917 |
| Visibility | not visible here (below the horizon) |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 7, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (08:59–15:59) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Naga 08:59–15:59: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Somvati Amavasya · Shiva
A new moon falling on a Monday. Married women circumambulate the peepal tree for their husbands’ long life; holy bathing in sacred rivers and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:31 (23.12)–18:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Margashirsha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Margashirsha; in Tamil Nadu, when it falls in Mula nakshatra, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:31 (23.12)–18:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 18:07–02:34 (25.12)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:59–02:34 (25.12) Anandadi: Utpata 02:34–08:59 (25.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:40–18:33
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:43–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:39–14:07 |
| Godhuli | 15:59–16:33 |
| Pradosha | 15:59–19:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–01:03 (25.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:21–21:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:51–10:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:36–12:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:21–14:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:43–13:11, 14:07–14:35 |
| Varjyam | 00:45–02:34 (25.12) |
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 10:20–11:25, 12:09–12:50, 13:43–15:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Amavasya; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:20, Kumbha 11:25, Mina 12:09, Mesha 12:50, Vrishabha 13:43, Mithuna 15:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 08:59–15:59: 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).
- 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 = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Yoga Vriddhi all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:59–02:34 (25.12)−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:59–02:34 (25.12)−3 Amavasya 08:59–18:07
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 | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 05:42 (26.12) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 09:40 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 20:50 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:40 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 20:50 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 20:50 | karana Balava |
| from 05:42 (26.12) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 09:25 |
| Moonset | 16:52 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, 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, Purva-Ashadha (08:59–16:00) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 05:42–08:59 (26.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–20:50 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:42–08:59 (26.12)
Anandadi: Mitra 08:59–05:42 (26.12) Anandadi: Manasa 05:42–08:59 (26.12)
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 | 06:43–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:39–14:07 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:24 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–01:03 (26.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:16–02:05 (26.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:14–15:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:44–11:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:29–13:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:23–10:51, 22:47–23:55 |
| Varjyam | 13:25–15:13 |
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 10:16–11:21, 12:06–12:47, 13:40–16:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:16, Kumbha 11:21, Mina 12:06, Mesha 12:47, Vrishabha 13:40, Mithuna 15:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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: Mitra 08:59–05:42 (26.12)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:59–09:400 Kharmas0 Tripushkar Yoga 05:42–08:59 (26.12)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:59–05:42 (26.12)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–20:50
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 10:39 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 23:33 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 08:49 (27.12) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 10:39 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:12 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:12 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 10:39 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 23:33 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 23:33 | karana Taitila |
| from 08:49 (27.12) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 09:51 |
| Moonset | 18:02 |
| Day length | 7 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:59–16:00) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
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, 16:00–18:02
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 16:00–18:02
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–23:33 Ravi Yoga 08:49–08:59 (27.12)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 23:33–08:49 (27.12) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:33–08:59 (27.12) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:33–08:59 (27.12)
Anandadi: Vajra 08:59–02:02 (27.12) Anandadi: Mudgara 02:02–08:59 (27.12)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:43–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:40–14:08 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:24 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–01:04 (27.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:35–03:23 (27.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:30–13:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:52–10:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:37–12:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:16–12:44 |
| Varjyam | 14:44–16:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:13–11:18, 12:02–12:43, 13:36–16:00
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 10:13–11:18, 12:02–12:43, 13:36–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 10:13–11:18, 12:02–12:43, 13:36–16:00 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:13–11:18, 12:02–12:43, 13:36–16:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:13, Kumbha 11:18, Mina 12:02, Mesha 12:43, Vrishabha 13:36, Mithuna 15:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 10:39
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–23:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–08:49 (27.12)+1 Yoga Dhruva 08:59–10:39+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:59–23:330 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:59–02:02 (27.12)−1 Yoga Vyaghata 10:39–14:24−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:59–23:33
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, Anandadi: Dhwaja; auspicious time — after 10:37 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 02:11 (28.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 11:47 (28.12) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 11:36 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:54 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:36 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 12:54 | karana Gara |
| from 02:11 (28.12) | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 02:11 (28.12) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 16:01 |
| End of twilight | 16:48 |
| Moonrise | 10:12 |
| Moonset | 19:14 |
| Day length | 7 h 02 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 |
|---|
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 (08:59–16:01) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:11–08:59 (28.12)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 10:37–08:59 (28.12) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:59–10:37
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:43–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–12:44 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:41–14:09 |
| Godhuli | 16:01–16:35 |
| Pradosha | 16:01–19:25 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–01:04 (28.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:06–01:54 (28.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:23–14:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:59–09:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:45–11:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:20–11:48, 14:09–14:37 |
| Varjyam | 13:18–15:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:09–11:14, 11:58–12:39, 13:32–16:01
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 10:09–11:14, 11:58–12:39, 13:32–16:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:09–11:14, 11:58–12:39, 13:32–16:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:09–11:14, 11:58–12:39, 13:32–16:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:09, Kumbha 11:14, Mina 11:58, Mesha 12:39, Vrishabha 13:32, Mithuna 15:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
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 10:37
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 10:37–08:59 (28.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:59–02:11 (28.12)+1 Yoga Harshana 11:36–08:59 (28.12)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:59–10:37
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:47 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 04:34 (29.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 11:47 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 12:26 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:25 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:47 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 12:26 | yoga Vajra |
| from 15:25 | karana Vishti |
| from 04:34 (29.12) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 04:34 (29.12) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 16:02 |
| End of twilight | 16:49 |
| Moonrise | 10:28 |
| Moonset | 20:26 |
| Day length | 7 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:47 |
|---|
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 (08:59–11:47) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:25–16:02: 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), 11:48–13:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:59–11:47 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:59–11:47 Ravi Yoga 20:01–08:59 (29.12)
Anandadi: Prajapati 11:47–08:59 (29.12) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:59–11:47
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:25–01:11 (29.12); Bhadra Mukha 15:23–17:35
- Bhadra on earth: 01:11–04:34 (29.12); Bhadra Puchha 03:15–04:34 (29.12)
- Chora Panchaka: 01:11 (29.12)–20:01 (02.01)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:41–14:09 |
| Godhuli | 16:02–16:36 |
| Pradosha | 16:02–19:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–01:05 (29.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:55–04:42 (29.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:38–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:16–15:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:52–10:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:24–10:52, 12:45–13:13 |
| Varjyam | 16:14–18:01 |
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 Shravana until 11:47, Dhanishtha from 11:47; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:05, Kumbha 11:10, Mina 11:54, Mesha 12:35, Vrishabha 13:28, Mithuna 14:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 11:47) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 11:47) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 08:59–16:02: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:47
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:59–11:47+2 Ravi Yoga 08:59–11:47+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 11:47–08:59 (29.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–11:47+1 Yoga Harshana 08:59–12:26+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Yoga Vajra 12:26–13:400 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:25–01:11 (29.12)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:59–11:47−2 Rikta tithi 08:59–04:34 (29.12)
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: Vardhamana; auspicious time — until 14:29 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 06:35 (30.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 14:29 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 13:03 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:38 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:03 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 14:29 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 17:38 | karana Balava |
| from 06:35 (30.12) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 06:35 (30.12) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 16:03 |
| End of twilight | 16:50 |
| Moonrise | 10:41 |
| Moonset | 21:39 |
| Day length | 7 h 03 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 14:29 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (14:29–16:03) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:59–14:29
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–06:35 (30.12) Krakacha Yoga 06:35–08:59 (30.12)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:59–14:29 Anandadi: Ananda 14:29–08:59 (30.12)
- Chora Panchaka: 01:11–20:01 (02.01)
- Gandanta (tithi): 06:09–07:01 (30.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:42–14:10 |
| Godhuli | 16:03–16:37 |
| Pradosha | 16:03–19:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–01:05 (30.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:53–10:39 (30.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:45–11:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:24–14:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:59–09:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:59–09:28, 09:28–09:56 |
| Varjyam | 22:22–00:07 (30.12) |
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 Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 14:29, Shatabhisha from 14:29; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:01, Kumbha 11:06, Mina 11:50, Mesha 12:31, Vrishabha 13:24, Mithuna 14:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 14:29) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 14:29) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 14:29
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:59–14:29+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:59–14:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–14:29+1 Auspicious tithi 08:59–06:35 (30.12)+1 Yoga Siddhi 13:03–08:59 (30.12)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–06:35 (30.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 08:05 (31.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 16:47 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 13:21 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 19:24 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:21 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 16:47 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 19:24 | karana Taitila |
| from 08:05 (31.12) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 08:05 (31.12) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 16:04 |
| End of twilight | 16:51 |
| Moonrise | 10:53 |
| Moonset | 22:52 |
| Day length | 7 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (08:59–16:04) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:35–08:05 (31.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 16:47–08:59 (31.12) Tripushkar Yoga 08:05–08:59 (31.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–08:05 (31.12) Samvartaka Yoga 08:05–08:59 (31.12)
Anandadi: Chara 16:47–08:59 (31.12) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:59–16:47
- Chora Panchaka: 01:11 (29.12)–20:01 (02.01)
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 | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:43–14:11 |
| Godhuli | 16:04–16:38 |
| Pradosha | 16:04–19:27 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–01:06 (31.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:53–10:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:11–16:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–13:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:18–15:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:08–15:36 |
| Varjyam | 23:39–01:22 (31.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:57–11:02, 11:46–12:27
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:57–11:02, 11:46–12:27 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:57–11:02, 11:46–12:27 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:57–11:02, 11:46–12:27, 13:20–16:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 09:57, Kumbha 11:02, Mina 11:46, Mesha 12:27, Vrishabha 13:20, Mithuna 14:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 13:21–16:04: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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 Yoga Siddhi 08:59–13:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–16:470 Kharmas0 Tripushkar Yoga 08:05–08:59 (31.12)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:59–16:47−1 Panchaka all day−1 Vyatipata 13:21–08:59 (31.12)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–08:05 (31.12)
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, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:56 (01.01) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 18:32 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 13:14 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 20:36 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:14 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 18:32 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 20:36 | karana Vanija |
| from 08:56 (01.01) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 08:56 (01.01) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 16:05 |
| End of twilight | 16:52 |
| Moonrise | 11:05 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 7 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:59–16:05) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:59–18:32
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–08:56 (01.01)
Anandadi: Musala 08:59–18:32 Anandadi: Gada 18:32–08:59 (01.01)
- Bhadra on earth: 08:56–21:06 (01.01); Bhadra Puchha 10:45–11:57 (01.01); Bhadra Mukha 11:57–13:58 (01.01)
- Chora Panchaka: 01:11 (29.12)–20:01 (02.01)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:43–14:12 |
| Godhuli | 16:05–16:39 |
| Pradosha | 16:05–19:28 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–01:06 (01.01) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:57–11:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:52–10:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:39–12:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:25–14:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:46–13:15, 14:12–14:40 |
| Varjyam | 04:34–06:15 (01.01) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:14–16:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 13:14–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 13:14–16:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 09:53, Kumbha 10:58, Mina 11:42, Mesha 12:23, Vrishabha 13:16, Mithuna 14:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:59–13:14: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:59–18:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:59–08:56 (01.01)0 Yoga Variyana 13:14–08:59 (01.01)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–08:56 (01.01) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Musala 08:59–18:32−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:59–18:32−3 Vyatipata 08:59–13:14
Patron: Keshava; Aditya — Amshu. Full moon in nakshatra Mrigashirsha. Ritu: Hemanta.
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: Akshaya (No. 60)
Shaka Samvat 1895 · Vikram Samvat 2030 · Kali Yuga 5074
Next year — Ananda, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 24.03.1974
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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: 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.
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: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra 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-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
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 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.
“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.
“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.
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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 — 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
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Auspicious: 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.
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: 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 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
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.
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: 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 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious 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: 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
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.
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.
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 Purva-Bhadra
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
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.
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.
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“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: 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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
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.
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.
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.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Nanda. Deity: 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: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon 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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: 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
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
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.
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.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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)
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The day of a visible eclipse and the Sutak before it: no new undertakings are begun, and no cooking or eating is done during Sutak; a time for japa, holy bath and dana.
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: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious (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.
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
Only part of the disc is covered: the Sun’s by the Moon, or the Moon’s by the Earth’s shadow.
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 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-pratipat
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
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: 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)
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): 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvitya
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.
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.
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.
“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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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
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): 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 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-tritya
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.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: 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: 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: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: 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
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.
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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign 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.
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: 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
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.
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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
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
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.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+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: 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
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, 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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
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).
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
−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: 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: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
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)
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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: 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)
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.
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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.
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
The Moon covers the Sun (occurs only at new moon). Traditionally it is Rahu’s time: Sutak begins 12 hours (4 praharas) before the eclipse; during the eclipse people refrain from eating and recite mantras, and afterwards take a holy bath and give dana.
The Moon is too far from the Earth to cover the Sun completely: a bright ring remains around it.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
“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 — unfavourable for a haircut
There is an eclipse on this date, but it is not visible at this location (or it is only penumbral): Sutak and eclipse rites are not observed, the influence is weak; important undertakings are still better postponed.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Narayana; Aditya — Bhaga. Full moon in nakshatra Pushya. Ritu: Hemanta.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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)
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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
“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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: 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: 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): 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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
+1 — favourable 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: 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)
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 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-tritya
any undertakings
+1 — favourable 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.
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 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-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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).
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
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.
−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): 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 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-panchami
do not fell trees, 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).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-shashti
plowing the ground
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 Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming