February 1939 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Magha (until 19.02), Phalguna (from 20.02). Periods: from 26.02 — Holashtak. Major festivals: 17.02 Maha Shivaratri.
Icons this month (13)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 2.02 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi after 09:18
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 8.02 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra until 11:12
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 15.02 Wed — Yoga Siddhi, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shrivatsa
Purva-Ashadha (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes. - 24.02 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Brahma, Auspicious nakshatra
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 27.02 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Festivals
- 2.02 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 3.02 Fri Purnima Vrat
- 3.02 Fri Thaipusam
- 4.02 Sat Magha Purnima (Maghi)
- 7.02 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
- 11.02 Sat Kalashtami
- 12.02 Sun Kumbha Sankranti
- 14.02 Tue Vijaya Ekadashi
- 16.02 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 17.02 Fri Maha Shivaratri
- 19.02 Sun Magha Amavasya
- 20.02 Mon Chandra Darshan
- 23.02 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 25.02 Sat Skanda Shashti
- 27.02 Mon Masik Durgashtami
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:25–11:50
- 2.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:18–08:21 (03.02)
- 2.02 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:22–08:21 (03.02)
- 2.02 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 06:22–08:21 (03.02)
- 8.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:11–15:14
- 17.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 18.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:49–08:24
- 21.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:42–15:30
- 21.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:12–07:40 (22.02)
- 23.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 24.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:35–21:16
- 25.02 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 22:02–07:30 (26.02)
- 26.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–18:52
- 27.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 27.02 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 21:41–07:25 (28.02)
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
- 1.02 Wed — Vaidhriti, Surya Dagdha tithi, Anandadi: Musala
- 4.02 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 5.02 Sun — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Mudgara (unfavourable day)
- 12.02 Sun — Anandadi: Mrityu, Sankranti day, Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
- 14.02 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 16.02 Thu — Vyatipata
- 17.02 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Tryahasparsha
- 18.02 Sat — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Yoga Parigha
- 19.02 Sun — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
- 22.02 Wed — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 23.02 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 26.02 Sun — Vaidhriti, Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Dhumra
Sky this month
- 4.02 Full moon (Purnima) 10:54
- 12.02 Kumbha Sankranti 18:05 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
- 19.02 New moon (Amavasya) 11:28
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- from 26.02 Holashtak
- 18.02 21:50 – 23.02 20:00 Mrityu Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Bahudhanya (No. 12, “many-grained, rich in grain”) — A year of abundance: rich harvests, plenty of food and well-being. more
Northern samvatsara: Vikriti. Shaka Samvat 1860, Vikram Samvat 1995, Kali Yuga 5039.
Magha (Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri. more
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. 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 — Vaidhriti, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:25
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 22:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 11:50 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 19:02 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:42 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:42 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 11:50 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 19:02 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 22:08 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 22:08 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:25 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:01 |
| End of twilight | 17:42 |
| Moonrise | 13:44 |
| Moonset | 05:38 |
| Day length | 8 h 36 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:50 |
|---|
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 (08:25–11:50) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:25–11:50 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:25–22:08
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:08–08:23 (02.02)
Anandadi: Amrita 08:25–11:50 Anandadi: Musala 11:50–08:23 (02.02)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:22–07:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:09–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:01–17:32 |
| Pradosha | 17:01–20:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–01:13 (02.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:21–01:47 (02.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–13:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:30–10:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:39–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:26–13:00 |
| Varjyam | 19:21–20:47 |
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 08:25–08:53, 09:38–10:18, 11:11–17:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 11:50, Ardra from 11:50; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Makara 08:25, Kumbha 08:53, Mina 09:38, Mesha 10:18, Vrishabha 11:11, Mithuna 12:39, Karka 15:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 11:50) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 11:50) — sadness; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 08:25–17:01: 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: Vaidhriti
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:25–11:50+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:25–22:08+1 Anandadi: Amrita 08:25–11:50+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:25–11:50+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:50–08:23 (02.02)−1 Anandadi: Musala 11:50–08:23 (02.02)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:25–22:08−3 Vaidhriti 08:25–19:02
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 09:18 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 08:23
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:39 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 09:18 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 15:00 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:27 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:27 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 09:18 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 15:00 | yoga Priti |
| from 18:39 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 18:39 | karana Gara |
| from 04:47 (03.02) | karana Vanija |
| from 06:22 (03.02) | nakshatra Pushya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:23 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:03 |
| End of twilight | 17:44 |
| Moonrise | 14:59 |
| Moonset | 06:29 |
| Day length | 8 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 6, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (09:18–17:03) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:03–18:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 09:18–06:22 (03.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:18–06:22 (03.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:18–08:21 (03.02) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:22–08:21 (03.02) Guru Pushya Yoga 06:22–08:21 (03.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:39–08:21 (03.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 09:18–06:22 (03.02) Anandadi: Shubha 06:22–08:21 (03.02) Anandadi: Kana 08:23–09:18
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:20–07:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:45 |
| Godhuli | 17:03–17:34 |
| Pradosha | 17:03–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (03.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:15–05:39 (03.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:48–14:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:23–09:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:33–11:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:17–11:51, 14:45–15:19 |
| Varjyam | 19:50–21:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:34–10:14, 11:07–17:03
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 09:34–10:14, 11:07–17:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:23–08:49, 09:18–17:03 |
| Cutting toenails | good 09:34–10:14, 11:07–17:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:23–08:49, 09:34–10:14, 11:07–17:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ardra until 09:18, Punarvasu from 09:18; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Makara 08:23, Kumbha 08:49, Mina 09:34, Mesha 10:14, Vrishabha 11:07, Mithuna 12:35, Karka 15:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 09:18) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 09:18) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 09:18
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:18–08:21 (03.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 09:18–06:22 (03.02)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 09:18–06:22 (03.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:23–18:39+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:18–06:22 (03.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:18–06:22 (03.02)0 Yoga Priti 15:00–08:21 (03.02)0 Anandadi: Kana 08:23–09:18−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:23–09:18
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: Pushya, Yoga Priti; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Thaipusam · Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 08:21
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 14:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 03:12 (04.02) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 10:41 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 14:51 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:41 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 14:51 | tithi Purnima |
| from 14:51 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:53 (04.02) | karana Bava |
| from 03:12 (04.02) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 06:13 (04.02) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:21 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:06 |
| End of twilight | 17:46 |
| Moonrise | 16:24 |
| Moonset | 07:10 |
| Day length | 8 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:21–17:06) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:51–17:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:21–14:51: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Thaipusam · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
A festival of Murugan on the day of Pushya nakshatra in the Tamil month of Thai, usually at the full moon: pilgrims carry kavadi and pots of milk in fulfilment of vows. According to legend, on this day Parvati gave Murugan his spear, the Vel.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, 08:21–03:12 (04.02)
of the two days with this nakshatra, the one nearest the full moon is chosen
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:51–13:36
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the day it begins is chosen
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 4.02
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata 08:21–03:12 (04.02) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:12–08:19 (04.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 14:51–00:53 (04.02); Bhadra Puchha 21:22–22:22; Bhadra Mukha 22:22–00:02 (04.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:19–07:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:46 |
| Godhuli | 17:06–17:36 |
| Pradosha | 17:06–20:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (04.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:39–23:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:38–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:54–16:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:27–10:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:06–10:41, 13:01–13:36 |
| Varjyam | 13:18–14:42 |
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 08:21–08:45, 09:30–10:11, 11:03–17:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 14:51, Purnima from 14:51; lagna Makara 08:21, Kumbha 08:45, Mina 09:30, Mesha 10:11, Vrishabha 11:03, Mithuna 12:31, Karka 14:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:21–14:51: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 14:51–17:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 14:51–17:06: 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:
- 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Pushya 08:21–03:12 (04.02)+1 Yoga Priti 08:21–10:41+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Bhadra on earth 14:51–00:53 (04.02)−2 Rikta tithi 08:21–14:51−3 Anandadi: Utpata 08:21–03:12 (04.02)
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, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Magha Purnima (Maghi) |
At sunrise 08:19
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 10:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 00:03 (05.02) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 01:47 (05.02) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:54 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:54 | tithi Krishna-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 10:54 | karana Balava |
| from 20:57 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:03 (05.02) | nakshatra Magha |
| from 01:47 (05.02) | yoga Shobhana |
| from 07:02 (05.02) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 07:02 (05.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:19 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:08 |
| End of twilight | 17:48 |
| Moonrise | 17:52 |
| Moonset | 07:43 |
| Day length | 8 h 48 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 10:54 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:54 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Magha Purnima (Maghi) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Magha: the end of Magha Snana, holy bath and generous charity; Ravidas Jayanti, Lalita Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:51 (03.02)–10:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 3.02
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–10:54
Anandadi: Manasa 08:19–00:03 (05.02) Anandadi: Padma 00:03–08:17 (05.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:34–11:14
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 18:49–05:16 (05.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:18–07:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:47 |
| Godhuli | 17:08–17:38 |
| Pradosha | 17:08–20:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (05.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:39–00:03 (05.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:31–11:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:50–14:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:19–09:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:19–08:55, 08:55–09:30 |
| Varjyam | 14:19–15:42 |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Purnima until 10:54, Krishna-pratipat from 10:54; lagna Makara 08:19, Kumbha 08:42, Mina 09:26, Mesha 10:07, Vrishabha 10:59, Mithuna 12:28, Karka 14:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 08:19–10:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 08:19–00:03 (05.02)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 08:19–01:47 (05.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 10:54–07:02 (05.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:19–00:03 (05.02)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–10:54
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:17
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 03:25 (06.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 21:04 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 21:31 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 17:10 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:10 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 21:04 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 21:31 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 03:25 (06.02) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 03:25 (06.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:17 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:10 |
| End of twilight | 17:50 |
| Moonrise | 19:21 |
| Moonset | 08:10 |
| Day length | 8 h 52 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, Magha (08:17–17:10) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 08:17–21:04
Anandadi: Chhatra 21:04–08:15 (06.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 08:17–21:04
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:16–07:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:48 |
| Godhuli | 17:10–17:40 |
| Pradosha | 17:10–20:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (06.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:58–20:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:03–17:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:57–16:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:59–16:34 |
| Varjyam | 10:34–11:58, 04:13–05:39 (06.02) |
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 08:17–08:38, 09:22–10:03, 10:55–17:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Makara 08:17, Kumbha 08:38, Mina 09:22, Mesha 10:03, Vrishabha 10:55, Mithuna 12:24, Karka 14:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Sunday — physical well-being.
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
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 Yoga Shobhana 08:17–21:31+1 Auspicious tithi 08:17–03:25 (06.02)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 08:17–21:04−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:17–21:04−3 Yamaghanta 08:17–21:04
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious weekday; cons: Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:15
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 00:15 (07.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 18:30 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 17:34 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:46 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:46 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 17:34 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 18:30 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 00:15 (07.02) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 00:15 (07.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:15 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:12 |
| End of twilight | 17:52 |
| Moonrise | 20:48 |
| Moonset | 08:34 |
| Day length | 8 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (08:15–17:12) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:46–17:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 18:30–00:15 (07.02)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:15–18:30 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 18:30–08:13 (07.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 13:46–23:57; Bhadra Puchha 20:36–21:39; Bhadra Mukha 21:39–23:23
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 23:57–00:15 (07.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:15–07:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:49 |
| Godhuli | 17:12–17:42 |
| Pradosha | 17:12–20:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:13 (07.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:47–14:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:23–10:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:37–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:51–14:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:37, 14:49–15:25 |
| Varjyam | 01:06–02:34 (07.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:15–13:46
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 08:15–13:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:15–08:34, 09:18–09:59, 10:51–13:46 |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:15–13:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Makara 08:15, Kumbha 08:34, Mina 09:18, Mesha 09:59, Vrishabha 10:51, Mithuna 12:20, Karka 14:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 13:46–17:12: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:15–18:30+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:15–00:15 (07.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:15–18:30−1 Bhadra on earth 13:46–23:57
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) |
At sunrise 08:13
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 16:31 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 14:06 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:54 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:54 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 14:06 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 16:31 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 21:43 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 21:43 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:13 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:14 |
| End of twilight | 17:54 |
| Moonrise | 22:12 |
| Moonset | 08:56 |
| Day length | 9 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:31 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (08:13–16:31) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (16:31–17:14) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) · Ganesha
A Sankashti falling on a Tuesday — the day of Mars (Angaraka) — is the most favourable of all Sankashtis: a fast on this day is equated with observing every Sankashti of the year.
Rule: at moonrise, 22:12
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the following day is chosen
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:43–08:11 (08.02)
Anandadi: Prajapati 08:13–16:31 Anandadi: Saumya 16:31–08:11 (08.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:13–07:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–14:50 |
| Godhuli | 17:14–17:44 |
| Pradosha | 17:14–20:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:13 (08.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:54–11:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:59–16:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:29–11:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:02–10:38, 23:13–00:13 (08.02) |
| Varjyam | 00:28–01:59 (08.02) |
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 08:13–08:30, 09:14–09:55, 10:48–17:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 16:31, Hasta from 16:31; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Makara 08:13, Kumbha 08:30, Mina 09:14, Mesha 09:55, Vrishabha 10:48, Mithuna 12:16, Karka 14:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 16:31) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 16:31) — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 08:13–17:14: 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).
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: Prajapati 08:13–16:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:13–16:31+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:13–14:06−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 08:13–21:43
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, Anandadi: Ananda; auspicious time — until 11:12 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:11
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 19:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 15:14 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 11:12 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:43 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:43 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 11:12 | yoga Shula |
| from 15:14 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 19:56 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 19:56 | karana Gara |
| from 07:21 (09.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:11 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:16 |
| End of twilight | 17:56 |
| Moonrise | 23:33 |
| Moonset | 09:18 |
| Day length | 9 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (08:11–15:14) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (15:14–17:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:11–15:14
Anandadi: Ananda 08:11–15:14 Anandadi: Kaladanda 15:14–08:09 (09.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:34–20:19
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:12–07:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–14:51 |
| Godhuli | 17:16–17:46 |
| Pradosha | 17:16–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:13 (09.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:33–11:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:20–10:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:36–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 23:05–00:39 (09.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:10–09:51, 10:44–17:16
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 09:10–09:51, 10:44–17:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:10–09:51, 10:44–17:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:10–09:51, 10:44–17:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta until 15:14, Chitra from 15:14; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Makara 08:11, Kumbha 08:26, Mina 09:10, Mesha 09:51, Vrishabha 10:44, Mithuna 12:12, Karka 14:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 15:14) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 15:14) — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 11:12
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:11–15:14+1 Anandadi: Ananda 08:11–15:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:11–15:14+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:11–11:12+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:11–19:560 Yoga Shula 11:12–13:010 Anandadi: Kaladanda 15:14–08:09 (09.02)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:09
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 18:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 14:46 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 08:58 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 18:59 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:58 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 14:46 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 18:59 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 18:59 | karana Vishti |
| from 06:51 (10.02) | karana Bava |
| from 07:24 (10.02) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:09 |
| Noon | 12:44 |
| Sunset | 17:19 |
| End of twilight | 17:58 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 09:42 |
| Day length | 9 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 3, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:46 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:09–14:46) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (14:46–17:19) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:46–08:07 (10.02)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–18:59
Anandadi: Chara 08:09–14:46 Anandadi: Sthira 14:46–08:07 (10.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:59–06:51 (10.02); Bhadra Puchha 23:46–00:58 (10.02); Bhadra Mukha 00:58–02:58 (10.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:10–07:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–14:52 |
| Godhuli | 17:19–17:48 |
| Pradosha | 17:19–20:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (10.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:30–10:04, 06:13–07:51 (10.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:53–15:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:09–09:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:27–11:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:12–11:49, 14:52–15:29 |
| Varjyam | 20:28–22:05 |
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 09:06–09:47, 10:40–17:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra until 14:46, Swati from 14:46; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Makara 08:09, Kumbha 08:22, Mina 09:06, Mesha 09:47, Vrishabha 10:40, Mithuna 12:08, Karka 14:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 14:46) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 14:46) — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:09–14:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:09–14:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 14:46–08:07 (10.02)0 Yoga Ganda 08:58–11:12−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–18:59
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Anandadi: Gada |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:07
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 18:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 15:10 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 06:30 (11.02) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 18:55 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:10 | nakshatra Vishakha |
|---|---|
| from 18:55 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 18:55 | karana Balava |
| from 06:30 (11.02) | yoga Dhruva |
| from 07:11 (11.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:07 |
| Noon | 12:44 |
| Sunset | 17:21 |
| End of twilight | 18:00 |
| Moonrise | 00:50 |
| Moonset | 10:08 |
| Day length | 9 h 13 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:10 |
|---|
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 (08:07–15:10) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (15:10–17:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:07–15:10
Krakacha Yoga 08:07–18:55 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–18:55 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:55–08:05 (11.02)
Anandadi: Matanga 15:10–08:05 (11.02) Anandadi: Gada 08:07–15:10
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:09–07:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:21–17:50 |
| Pradosha | 17:21–20:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (11.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:07–08:48 (11.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:35–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:02–16:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:16–10:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:58–10:35, 13:02–13:39 |
| Varjyam | 21:02–22:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:02–09:43, 10:36–15:10
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 09:02–09:43, 10:36–15:10 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:02–09:43, 10:36–15:10 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:02–09:43, 10:36–15:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 15:10, Vishakha from 15:10; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Makara 08:07, Kumbha 08:18, Mina 09:02, Mesha 09:43, Vrishabha 10:36, Mithuna 12:04, Karka 14:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 15:10) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 15:10) — 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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:07–15:10+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:07–15:10+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:07–06:30 (11.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Matanga 15:10–08:05 (11.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–18:55 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:07–15:10−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:07–18:55
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Yoga Dhruva; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 08:05
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 19:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 16:21 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 06:12 (12.02) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 19:40 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:21 | nakshatra Anuradha |
|---|---|
| from 19:40 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 19:40 | karana Taitila |
| from 06:12 (12.02) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:05 |
| Noon | 12:44 |
| Sunset | 17:23 |
| End of twilight | 18:02 |
| Moonrise | 02:02 |
| Moonset | 10:40 |
| Day length | 9 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:21 |
|---|
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 (08:05–16:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (16:21–17:23) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:23–19:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:40–08:03 (12.02)
Anandadi: Shubha 08:05–16:21 Anandadi: Amrita 16:21–08:03 (12.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:07–07:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–14:54 |
| Godhuli | 17:23–17:52 |
| Pradosha | 17:23–20:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (12.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:07–08:48, 07:01–08:45 (12.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:25–11:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:54–15:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:05–09:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:05–08:42, 08:42–09:19 |
| Varjyam | 20:40–22:24 |
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 16:21–17:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 16:21, Anuradha from 16:21; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Makara 08:05, Kumbha 08:14, Mina 08:58, Mesha 09:39, Vrishabha 10:32, Mithuna 12:00, Karka 14:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 16:21) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 16:21) — 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-ashtami 08:05–17:23: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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: Shubha 08:05–16:21+1 Yoga Dhruva 08:05–06:12 (12.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:21–08:03 (12.02)−1 Ashtami 08:05–19:40−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Kumbha Sankranti |
At sunrise 08:03
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 21:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 18:15 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 06:22 (13.02) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:18 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:18 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:15 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 21:07 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 21:07 | karana Vanija |
| from 06:22 (13.02) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:03 |
| Noon | 12:44 |
| Sunset | 17:25 |
| End of twilight | 18:04 |
| Moonrise | 03:07 |
| Moonset | 11:17 |
| Day length | 9 h 22 min |
Sky
| Kumbha Sankranti | 18:05 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius) |
|---|
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 |
|---|
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 (08:03–17:25) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kumbha Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Aquarius. Punya Kala (the time for holy bath, charity and tarpana) — before the moment of entry.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 11:41–17:25
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Muhurta
Anandadi: Mrityu 08:03–18:15 Anandadi: Kana 18:15–08:01 (13.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:06–07:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–14:55 |
| Godhuli | 17:25–17:54 |
| Pradosha | 17:25–20:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (13.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:01–08:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:15–17:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:05–16:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:10–16:48 |
| Varjyam | 00:25–02:10 (13.02) |
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 08:54–09:35, 10:28–17:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Makara 08:03, Kumbha 08:10, Mina 08:54, Mesha 09:35, Vrishabha 10:28, Mithuna 11:56, Karka 14:21, Simha 17:19
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”); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 08:03–17:25: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 18:05 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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
Unfavourable day · score S = −5
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:03–18:150 Yoga Vyaghata 08:03–09:49−1 Sankranti day−2 Rikta tithi 08:03–21:07−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:03–18:15
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Yoga Harshana; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 08:01
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 23:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 20:40 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 06:55 (14.02) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:04 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:04 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 20:40 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 23:07 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 23:07 | karana Bava |
| from 06:55 (14.02) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:01 |
| Noon | 12:44 |
| Sunset | 17:27 |
| End of twilight | 18:06 |
| Moonrise | 04:04 |
| Moonset | 12:01 |
| Day length | 9 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (08:01–17:27) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:04–17:27: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:07–07:58 (14.02) Krakacha Yoga 23:07–07:58 (14.02)
Anandadi: Padma 08:01–20:40 Anandadi: Lumbaka 20:40–07:58 (14.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 10:04–20:40; Bhadra Puchha 12:04–13:22; Bhadra Mukha 13:22–15:32
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:40–23:07
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 14:01–03:20 (14.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:41–23:33
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:04–07:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–14:56 |
| Godhuli | 17:27–17:56 |
| Pradosha | 17:27–20:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (14.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:59–12:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:12–10:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:33–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:55–15:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:41, 14:56–15:34 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:50–09:31, 10:24–17:15
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 08:50–09:31, 10:24–17:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:50–09:31, 10:24–17:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:06, Mina 08:50, Mesha 09:31, Vrishabha 10:24, Mithuna 11:52, Karka 14:17, Simha 17:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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).
- 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:01–20:40+1 Yoga Harshana 08:01–06:55 (14.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:01–20:40−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:04–20:40
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Vijaya Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:58
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 01:29 (15.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 23:28 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 07:41 (15.02) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:16 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:16 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 23:28 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 01:29 (15.02) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 01:29 (15.02) | karana Kaulava |
| from 07:41 (15.02) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:58 |
| Noon | 12:44 |
| Sunset | 17:29 |
| End of twilight | 18:08 |
| Moonrise | 04:53 |
| Moonset | 12:52 |
| Day length | 9 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 1, 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, Mula (07:58–17:29) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Vijaya Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Magha (Phalguna in North India). “Bestower of victory”: according to legend, Rama observed it before crossing to Lanka.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:07 (13.02)–01:29 (15.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:07–09:51 (15.02)
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:58–01:29 (15.02)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:58–23:28 Anandadi: Mitra 23:28–07:56 (15.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:02–07:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:19–14:57 |
| Godhuli | 17:29–17:58 |
| Pradosha | 17:29–20:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (15.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:19–18:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:07–16:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:21–11:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:53–10:31, 23:16–00:14 (15.02) |
| Varjyam | 21:40–23:28 |
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 08:46–09:27, 10:20–17:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Makara 07:58, Kumbha 08:02, Mina 08:46, Mesha 09:27, Vrishabha 10:20, Mithuna 11:48, Karka 14:13, Simha 17:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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
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: Chhatra 07:58–23:280 Yoga Vajra 07:58–08:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:58–23:28−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:58–01:29 (15.02)
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 — Yoga Siddhi, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 07:56
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 04:02 (16.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 02:26 (16.02) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 08:34 (16.02) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:44 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:44 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 02:26 (16.02) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 04:02 (16.02) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 04:02 (16.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:56 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:32 |
| End of twilight | 18:10 |
| Moonrise | 05:33 |
| Moonset | 13:50 |
| Day length | 9 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, 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, Purva-Ashadha (07:56–17:32) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:56–04:02 (16.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–07:54 (16.02)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:56–02:26 (16.02) Anandadi: Vajra 02:26–07:54 (16.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:01–06:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–14:58 |
| Godhuli | 17:32–18:00 |
| Pradosha | 17:32–20:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (16.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:02–22:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:08–10:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:32–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 10:15–12:03 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:42–09:23, 10:16–17:07
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:42–09:23, 10:16–17:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:42–09:23, 10:16–17:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:42–09:23, 10:16–17:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Makara 07:56, Kumbha 07:58, Mina 08:42, Mesha 09:23, Vrishabha 10:16, Mithuna 11:44, Karka 14:09, Simha 17:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Yoga Siddhi all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:56–04:02 (16.02)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:56–02:26 (16.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:56–02:26 (16.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:54
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:36 (17.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 05:27 (17.02) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 08:34 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:19 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:34 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 17:19 | karana Vanija |
| from 05:27 (17.02) | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 06:36 (17.02) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 06:36 (17.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:54 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:34 |
| End of twilight | 18:12 |
| Moonrise | 06:06 |
| Moonset | 14:52 |
| Day length | 9 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (07:54–17:34) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:34–20:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:36–07:52 (17.02)
Anandadi: Saumya 07:54–22:42 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:15–07:52 (17.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 22:42–07:15 (17.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:36–19:52 (17.02); Bhadra Mukha 06:36–08:49 (17.02); Bhadra Puchha 18:32–19:51 (17.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:59–06:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–14:59 |
| Godhuli | 17:34–18:02 |
| Pradosha | 17:34–20:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (17.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:15–00:03 (17.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:56–15:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:54–09:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:19–11:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:07–11:46, 14:59–15:38 |
| Varjyam | 11:27–13:15 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:54–08:34
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:54–08:34 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:54–08:34 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:39–09:19, 10:12–17:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Kumbha 07:54, Mina 08:39, Mesha 09:19, Vrishabha 10:12, Mithuna 11:40, Karka 14:05, Simha 17:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:34–17:34: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Yoga Siddhi 07:54–08:34+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:54–22:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:54–05:27 (17.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−3 Vyatipata 08:34–07:52 (17.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
At sunrise 07:52
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:07 (18.02) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 08:24 (18.02) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 09:27 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 19:52 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:27 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 19:52 | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:52 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:36 |
| End of twilight | 18:14 |
| Moonrise | 06:33 |
| Moonset | 15:57 |
| Day length | 9 h 44 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:52–17:36) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:52–17:36: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:52–17:36: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Maha Shivaratri · Shiva
“The Great Night of Shiva” — the marriage of Shiva and Parvati and the appearance of the fiery lingam. Devotees fast all day, keep vigil at night, perform abhisheka of the lingam in each of the four praharas and offer bilva leaves; the main puja is at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–01:11 (18.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Dhumra all day
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:36–19:52; Bhadra Mukha 06:36–08:49; Bhadra Puchha 18:32–19:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:57–06:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 17:36–18:04 |
| Pradosha | 17:36–20:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (18.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:43–22:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:31–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:10–16:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:05–10:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:49–10:28, 13:03–13:42 |
| Varjyam | 09:57–11:44 |
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; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 07:52, Mina 08:35, Mesha 09:16, Vrishabha 10:08, Mithuna 11:36, Karka 14:01, Simha 16:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:52–17:36: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 07:52–09:27: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Variyana 09:27–07:49 (18.02)0 Vyatipata 07:52–09:27−1 Anandadi: Dhumra all day−2 Tryahasparsha−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:52–19:52−3 Krishna Chaturdashi all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 07:49
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:07 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 08:24 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 10:17 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:07 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:24 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 09:07 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 09:07 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 10:17 | yoga Parigha |
| from 22:18 | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:49 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:38 |
| End of twilight | 18:16 |
| Moonrise | 06:56 |
| Moonset | 17:04 |
| Day length | 9 h 48 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:24 | from 09:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:49–08:24) is good for sowing.
- Shakuni 07:49–09:07: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 09:07–17:38: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:49–09:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:49–08:24 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:49–09:07
Anandadi: Sthira 07:49–08:24 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:24–07:47 (19.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 21:50–20:00 (23.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:56–06:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:01 |
| Godhuli | 17:38–18:06 |
| Pradosha | 17:38–20:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (19.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:36–01:23 (19.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:17–11:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:57–15:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:49–09:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:49–08:29, 08:29–09:08 |
| Varjyam | 12:52–14:39 |
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 08:31–09:12, 10:04–16:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shravana until 08:24, Dhanishtha from 08:24; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 09:07, Amavasya from 09:07; lagna Kumbha 07:49, Mina 08:31, Mesha 09:12, Vrishabha 10:04, Mithuna 11:32, Karka 13:57, Simha 16:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 08:24) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 08:24) — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:49–09:07: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 09:07–17:38: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:24–07:47 (19.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:49–08:24+1 Yoga Variyana 07:49–10:170 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:49–09:070 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:49–08:24−1 Yoga Parigha 10:17–22:38−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:49–09:07
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Magha Amavasya |
At sunrise 07:47
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 11:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 11:13 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 11:00 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 11:28 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:00 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 11:13 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 11:28 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 11:28 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 00:34 (20.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:47 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:40 |
| End of twilight | 18:18 |
| Moonrise | 07:16 |
| Moonset | 18:12 |
| Day length | 9 h 53 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 11:28 |
|---|
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 11:13 | from 11:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (11:13–17:40) is good for sowing.
- Naga 07:47–11:28: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 11:28–17:40: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Magha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:07 (18.02)–11:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:28–07:45 (20.02)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:47–11:13 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:13–07:45 (20.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 21:50 (18.02)–20:00 (23.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:01–11:54
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:54–06:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:02 |
| Godhuli | 17:40–18:08 |
| Pradosha | 17:40–20:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (20.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:50–07:37 (20.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:26–17:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:12–16:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:21–17:01 |
| Varjyam | 19:12–20:58 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:28–16:51
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 11:28–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:28–16:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:27–09:08, 10:00–16:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 11:13, Shatabhisha from 11:13; tithi Amavasya until 11:28, Shukla-pratipat from 11:28; lagna Kumbha 07:47, Mina 08:27, Mesha 09:08, Vrishabha 10:00, Mithuna 11:29, Karka 13:53, Simha 16:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 11:13) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 11:13) — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 07:47–11:28: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Anandadi: Matanga 07:47–11:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:47–11:13+1 Yoga Shiva 11:00–07:45 (20.02)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:13–07:45 (20.02)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:28–07:45 (20.02)−3 Amavasya 07:47–11:28
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Panchaka, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 07:45
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 13:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 13:49 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 11:34 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:36 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:34 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 13:36 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 13:36 | karana Balava |
| from 13:49 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 02:35 (21.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:45 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:42 |
| End of twilight | 18:21 |
| Moonrise | 07:34 |
| Moonset | 19:20 |
| Day length | 9 h 57 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 13:36 | from 13:49 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (07:45–13:49) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (13:49–17:42) is good for root crops.
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, 17:42–19:20
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:42–19:20
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:36–07:42 (21.02)
Anandadi: Amrita 07:45–13:49 Anandadi: Musala 13:49–07:42 (21.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 21:50 (18.02)–20:00 (23.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:52–06:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:03 |
| Godhuli | 17:42–18:10 |
| Pradosha | 17:42–20:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (21.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:24–09:10 (21.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:59–10:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:29–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:58–15:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–13:43, 15:03–15:43 |
| Varjyam | 20:51–22:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:45–13:36, 13:49–17:42
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:45–13:36, 13:49–17:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:45–13:36, 13:49–17:42 |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:45–16:47 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:45–13:36, 13:49–17:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 13:49, Purva-Bhadra from 13:49; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 13:36, Shukla-dvitya from 13:36; lagna Kumbha 07:45, Mina 08:23, Mesha 09:04, Vrishabha 09:56, Mithuna 11:25, Karka 13:49, Simha 16:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 13:49) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 13:49) — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Siddha 11:34–07:42 (21.02)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:45–13:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:45–13:49+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 13:36–07:42 (21.02)0 Anandadi: Musala 13:49–07:42 (21.02)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:49–07:42 (21.02)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:36–07:42 (21.02)−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Auspicious tithi; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 07:42
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 15:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 16:12 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 11:56 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:30 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:56 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 15:30 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 15:30 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:12 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 04:20 (22.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:42 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:45 |
| End of twilight | 18:23 |
| Moonrise | 07:52 |
| Moonset | 20:30 |
| Day length | 10 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 0, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:30 | from 16:12 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (07:42–16:12) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (16:12–17:45) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 07:42–15:30 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:30–07:40 (22.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:12–07:40 (22.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:12–07:40 (22.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:12–07:40 (22.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 16:12–07:40 (22.02) Anandadi: Kana 07:42–16:12
- Mrityu Panchaka: 21:50 (18.02)–20:00 (23.02)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:50–06:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:04 |
| Godhuli | 17:45–18:12 |
| Pradosha | 17:45–20:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (22.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:24–09:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:14–16:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:13–11:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:43–13:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:43–10:23, 23:19–00:14 (22.02) |
| Varjyam | 02:38–04:22 (22.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:19–09:00, 09:52–17:45
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 08:19–09:00, 09:52–17:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:19–09:00, 09:52–17:45 |
| Cutting toenails | average 15:30–17:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:19–09:00, 09:52–17:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 16:12, Uttara-Bhadra from 16:12; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 15:30, Shukla-tritya from 15:30; lagna Kumbha 07:42, Mina 08:19, Mesha 09:00, Vrishabha 09:52, Mithuna 11:21, Karka 13:45, Simha 16:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 16:12) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 16:12) — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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 Siddha 07:42–11:56+1 Auspicious tithi 07:42–15:300 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:12–07:40 (22.02)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 16:12–07:40 (22.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:12–07:40 (22.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:12–07:40 (22.02)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:12–07:40 (22.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:30–07:40 (22.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:42–15:30−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:42–16:12−3 Anandadi: Kana 07:42–16:12
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 07:40
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 17:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 18:17 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 12:06 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:05 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:06 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 17:05 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 17:05 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:17 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 05:44 (23.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:40 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:47 |
| End of twilight | 18:25 |
| Moonrise | 08:10 |
| Moonset | 21:40 |
| Day length | 10 h 06 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 | from 17:05 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (07:40–17:47) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 18:17–07:38 (23.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:40–17:05 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–17:05 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–17:05
Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:40–18:17 Anandadi: Utpata 18:17–07:38 (23.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 05:44–18:17 (23.02); Bhadra Mukha 05:41–07:47 (23.02); Bhadra Puchha 17:02–18:17 (23.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 21:50 (18.02)–20:00 (23.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:49–06:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:05 |
| Godhuli | 17:47–18:14 |
| Pradosha | 17:47–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (23.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:04–14:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–13:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:56–10:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:28–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 07:08–08:51 (23.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:15–08:56, 09:49–16:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:15–08:56, 09:49–16:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:15–08:56, 09:49–16:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:15–08:56, 09:49–16:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-tritya until 17:05, Shukla-chaturti from 17:05; lagna Kumbha 07:40, Mina 08:15, Mesha 08:56, Vrishabha 09:49, Mithuna 11:17, Karka 13:42, Simha 16:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 17:05–17:47: 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
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 Yoga Shubha 12:06–07:38 (23.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:40–18:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:40–17:050 Surya Dagdha tithi 17:05–07:38 (23.02)0 Rikta tithi 17:05–07:38 (23.02)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:40–18:17−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:40–17:05−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–17:05−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–17:05
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 07:38
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 18:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 20:00 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:59 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:17 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:59 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 18:17 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 18:17 | karana Bava |
| from 20:00 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 06:44 (24.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:38 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:49 |
| End of twilight | 18:27 |
| Moonrise | 08:30 |
| Moonset | 22:51 |
| Day length | 10 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:38–17:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:38–17:49: 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), 11:42–13:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:38–20:00 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:17–07:35 (24.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:38–18:17
Anandadi: Mitra 07:38–20:00 Anandadi: Manasa 20:00–07:35 (24.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 05:44–18:17; Bhadra Mukha 05:41–07:47; Bhadra Puchha 17:02–18:17
- Mrityu Panchaka: 21:50 (18.02)–20:00
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 13:36–02:22 (24.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:47–06:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:06 |
| Godhuli | 17:49–18:16 |
| Pradosha | 17:49–20:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–01:10 (24.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:25–19:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:00–15:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:38–08:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:10–11:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:01–11:42, 15:06–15:47 |
| Varjyam | 07:08–08:51 |
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 Thursday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:38, Mina 08:11, Mesha 08:52, Vrishabha 09:45, Mithuna 11:13, Karka 13:38, Simha 16:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 07:38–17:49: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 07:38–17:49: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Yoga Shubha 07:38–11:59+2 Ravi Yoga 07:38–20:00+1 Anandadi: Mitra 07:38–20:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:38–20:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:38–18:17 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka 07:38–20:00−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:38–18:17−2 Rikta tithi 07:38–18:17−3 Bhadra on earth 07:38–18:17
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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
At sunrise 07:35
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 19:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 21:16 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 11:32 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 19:03 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:32 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 19:03 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 19:03 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:16 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 07:14 (25.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:35 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:51 |
| End of twilight | 18:29 |
| Moonrise | 08:52 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 10 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:35–21:16 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:03–07:33 (25.02) Ravi Yoga 21:16–07:33 (25.02)
Anandadi: Vajra 07:35–21:16 Anandadi: Mudgara 21:16–07:33 (25.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 18:38–19:27
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:45–06:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 17:51–18:18 |
| Pradosha | 17:51–20:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–01:09 (25.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:41–15:23 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:26–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:17–16:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:52–10:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:38–10:19, 13:04–13:45 |
| Varjyam | 17:04–18:45, 07:10–08:49 (25.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:07–08:48, 09:41–16:32
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:07–08:48, 09:41–16:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:07–08:48, 09:41–16:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:07–08:48, 09:41–16:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:35, Mina 08:07, Mesha 08:48, Vrishabha 09:41, Mithuna 11:09, Karka 13:34, Simha 16:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:35–21:16+1 Yoga Brahma 11:32–07:33 (25.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:35–21:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:35–19:03−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:35–21:16
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 07:33
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 19:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 22:02 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 10:42 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 19:16 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:42 | yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| from 19:16 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 19:16 | karana Gara |
| from 22:02 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 07:09 (26.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:33 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:53 |
| End of twilight | 18:31 |
| Moonrise | 09:19 |
| Moonset | 00:03 |
| Day length | 10 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 2, 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, Bharani (07:33–17:53) is good for root crops.
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 19:03 (24.02)–19:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:33–22:02 Tripushkar Yoga 22:02–07:30 (26.02)
Krakacha Yoga 07:33–19:16 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:16–07:30 (26.02)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 22:02–07:30 (26.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:33–22:02
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:43–06:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:08 |
| Godhuli | 17:53–18:20 |
| Pradosha | 17:53–20:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–01:09 (26.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:04–18:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:08–11:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:01–15:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:33–08:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:33–08:14, 08:14–08:56 |
| Varjyam | 07:10–08:49 |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Kumbha 07:33, Mina 08:03, Mesha 08:44, Vrishabha 09:37, Mithuna 11:05, Karka 13:30, Simha 16:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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 07:33–10:42+2 Ravi Yoga 07:33–22:020 Tripushkar Yoga 22:02–07:30 (26.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:33–22:02−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:33–22:02−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:33–19:16
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Samvartaka Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:30
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 18:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 22:11 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 09:25 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 18:52 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:25 | yoga Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| from 18:52 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 18:52 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:11 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 06:25 (27.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:30 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:55 |
| End of twilight | 18:33 |
| Moonrise | 09:52 |
| Moonset | 01:14 |
| Day length | 10 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 5, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (07:30–17:55) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–18:52
Samvartaka Yoga 07:30–18:52 Jwalamukhi Yoga 18:52–22:11
Anandadi: Prajapati 22:11–07:28 (27.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:30–22:11
- Bhadra in heaven: 18:52–06:25 (27.02); Bhadra Puchha 20:35–21:44; Bhadra Mukha 21:44–23:39
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:41–06:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:09 |
| Godhuli | 17:55–18:22 |
| Pradosha | 17:55–20:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–01:09 (27.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:46–21:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:37–17:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–14:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:19–16:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:32–17:14 |
| Varjyam | 10:06–11:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:59–08:40
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:59–08:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:59–08:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:59–08:40, 09:33–16:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Kumbha 07:30, Mina 07:59, Mesha 08:40, Vrishabha 09:33, Mithuna 11:01, Karka 13:26, Simha 16:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 09:25–17:55: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 07:30–09:25+1 Auspicious tithi 07:30–18:520 Holashtak0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–18:52−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:30–22:11−3 Samvartaka Yoga 07:30–18:52−3 Vaidhriti 09:25–07:28 (27.02)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 07:28
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 17:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 21:41 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 07:38 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:49 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:38 | yoga Vishkambha |
|---|---|
| from 17:49 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 17:49 | karana Balava |
| from 21:41 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 05:03 (28.02) | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:19 (28.02) | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:28 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:57 |
| End of twilight | 18:35 |
| Moonrise | 10:35 |
| Moonset | 02:22 |
| Day length | 10 h 29 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 17:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (07:28–17:57) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:52 (26.02)–17:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 21:41–07:25 (28.02) Ravi Yoga 21:41–07:25 (28.02)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 17:49–21:41
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:28–21:41 Anandadi: Ananda 21:41–07:25 (28.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:40–06:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 17:57–18:24 |
| Pradosha | 17:57–20:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (28.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:33–20:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:47–10:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:24–12:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:01–15:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–13:46, 15:10–15:52 |
| Varjyam | 13:51–15:25, 03:01–04:33 (28.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:55–08:36, 09:29–16:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 17:49, Shukla-navami from 17:49; lagna Kumbha 07:28, Mina 07:55, Mesha 08:36, Vrishabha 09:29, Mithuna 10:57, Karka 13:22, Simha 16:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 07:28–17:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 17:49–17:57: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 07:28–07:38: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:28–21:41+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:28–21:41+1 Auspicious weekday0 Holashtak0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 17:49–21:41 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vishkambha 07:38–08:43−1 Ashtami 07:28–17:49
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Bahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 1860 · Vikram 1995 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
At sunrise 07:25
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 16:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 20:33 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 02:30 (01.03) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:06 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:06 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 16:06 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:33 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 02:30 (01.03) | yoga Ayushman |
| from 03:01 (01.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:25 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:00 |
| End of twilight | 18:37 |
| Moonrise | 11:30 |
| Moonset | 03:24 |
| Day length | 10 h 34 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 1, bad — 12
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:06 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (07:25–18:00) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 16:06–07:23 (01.03) Yamaghanta 20:33–07:23 (01.03)
Anandadi: Chara 20:33–07:23 (01.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:25–20:33
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:38–06:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 18:00–18:26 |
| Pradosha | 18:00–20:40 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (01.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:10–13:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:21–16:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:04–11:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:42–14:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:32–10:15, 23:21–00:14 (01.03) |
| Varjyam | 04:21–05:50 (01.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:06–18:00
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 | average 16:06–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:06–18:00 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:51–08:32, 09:25–18:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-navami until 16:06, Shukla-dashami from 16:06; lagna Kumbha 07:25, Mina 07:51, Mesha 08:32, Vrishabha 09:25, Mithuna 10:53, Karka 13:18, Simha 16:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 07:25–16:06: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:25–20:33+1 Yoga Priti 07:25–02:30 (01.03)0 Auspicious tithi 16:06–07:23 (01.03)0 Holashtak−1 Krakacha Yoga 16:06–07:23 (01.03)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:25–20:33−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 07:25–16:06
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
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: Vikriti (No. 24)
Shaka Samvat 1860 · Vikram Samvat 1995 · Kali Yuga 5039
Next year — Pramathi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 21.03.1939
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: 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: 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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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.
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): 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 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.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing 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.
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 auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+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.
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.
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: 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: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
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.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
An 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.
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.
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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
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: 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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
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 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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
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.
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 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: 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
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything 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.
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.
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 — 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: 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
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.
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 Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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: 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: 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.
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-panchami
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.
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
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.
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: 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)
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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
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.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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): 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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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 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: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Auspicious: 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.
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Inauspicious: 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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Prior 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)
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: 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: 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
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: 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: 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)
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: 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.
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).
Krishna-chaturdashi
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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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): 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 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).
Krishna-chaturdashi
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).
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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).
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
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.
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.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — 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: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−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.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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)
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-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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
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.
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.
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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Eight days before Holika Dahan (bright half of Phalguna): in North India weddings and samskaras are not held.
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.
“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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The eight days before Holika Dahan (from the 8th tithi of the bright half of Phalguna to the full moon): weddings and other samskaras are not performed (North India).
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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 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.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut