February 2051 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Pausha (until 11.02), Magha (from 12.02). Periods: 11–18.02 — Magha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 15.02 Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja); 17.02 Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti).
Icons this month (20)
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
- 1.02 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 16.02 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa until 12:26
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 18.02 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga after 12:46 until 13:31
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 20.02 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda until 11:14
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 23.02 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Shubha until 14:23
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 3.02 Fri Kalashtami
- 7.02 Tue Shattila Ekadashi
- 8.02 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 9.02 Thu Masik Shivaratri
- 11.02 Sat Mauni Amavasya (Pausha)
- 11.02 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 11.02 Sat Magha Gupta Navaratri
- 12.02 Sun Chandra Darshan
- 13.02 Mon Kumbha Sankranti
- 14.02 Tue Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 15.02 Wed Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
- 16.02 Thu Skanda Shashti
- 17.02 Fri Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti)
- 18.02 Sat Bhishma Ashtami
- 18.02 Sat Masik Durgashtami
- 19.02 Sun Madhva Navami
- 21.02 Tue Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)
- 22.02 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 25.02 Sat Magha Purnima (Maghi)
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:23–21:43
- 10.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:05–02:18 (11.02)
- 12.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 21:06–02:56 (13.02)
- 14.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:56–16:05
- 16.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–12:26
- 18.02 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02)
- 18.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02)
- 20.02 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:43–11:14
- 20.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:43–11:14
- 21.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 12:24–07:38 (22.02)
- 23.02 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:35–15:16
- 23.02 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 07:35–15:16
- 23.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:35–15:16
- 26.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:32–07:26 (27.02)
- 26.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 22:32–07:26 (27.02)
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
- 3.02 Fri — Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Ganda
- 5.02 Sun — Anandadi: Mrityu, Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
- 7.02 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 10.02 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata, Anandadi: Dhumra
- 11.02 Sat — Amavasya, Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 13.02 Mon — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 14.02 Tue — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 17.02 Fri — Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Sky this month
- 11.02 New moon (Amavasya) 09:41
- 13.02 Kumbha Sankranti 11:24 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
- 25.02 Full moon (Purnima) 17:53
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- 11–18.02 Magha Gupta Navaratri
- 11.02 13:04 – 15.02 14:02 Mrityu Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Pramoda (No. 4, “joy, merriment”) — A year of joy: festivities and contentment; favourable for family events. more
Northern samvatsara: Tarana. Shaka Samvat 1972, Vikram Samvat 2107, Kali Yuga 5151.
Pausha (Sahasya) — The cold month of Dhanur Masa and Kharmas: no weddings are held until Makara Sankranti, and with it Uttarayana begins. more
Magha (Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri. 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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 08:23
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 10:26 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 21:43 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 07:11 (02.02) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:26 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:26 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 10:26 | karana Gara |
| from 21:43 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 23:48 | karana Vanija |
| from 07:11 (02.02) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:23 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:03 |
| End of twilight | 17:44 |
| Moonrise | 23:42 |
| Moonset | 09:44 |
| Day length | 8 h 39 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 10:26 |
|---|
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 (08:23–17:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:23–21:43 Ravi Yoga 21:43–08:21 (02.02)
Anandadi: Ananda 08:23–21:43 Anandadi: Kaladanda 21:43–08:21 (02.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:00–10:53
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:20–07:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:03–17:33 |
| Pradosha | 17:03–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–01:13 (02.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:56–16:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–13:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:28–10:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:38–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:26–13:00 |
| Varjyam | 06:44–08:32 (02.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:23–08:52, 09:36–10:17
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 08:23–08:52, 09:36–10:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:23–08:52, 09:36–10:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:23–08:52, 09:36–10:17, 11:11–17:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-panchami until 10:26, Krishna-shashti from 10:26; lagna Makara 08:23, Kumbha 08:52, Mina 09:36, Mesha 10:17, Vrishabha 11:11, Mithuna 12:42, Karka 15:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); 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.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:23–21:43+1 Anandadi: Ananda 08:23–21:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:23–21:43+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:23–07:11 (02.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:23–10:26
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — after 09:15; auspicious time — until 13:09 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 08:21
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 00:46 (03.02) more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 08:02 (03.02) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:09 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:09 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 13:09 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:46 (03.02) | nakshatra Swati |
| from 02:25 (03.02) | karana Bava |
| from 08:02 (03.02) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:21 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:05 |
| End of twilight | 17:46 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 10:04 |
| Day length | 8 h 43 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 13:09 |
|---|
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 (08:21–17:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:09–17:05: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:21–00:46 (03.02)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:21–13:09
Anandadi: Chara 08:21–00:46 (03.02) Anandadi: Sthira 00:46–08:19 (03.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 13:09–02:25 (03.02); Bhadra Puchha 18:26–19:45; Bhadra Mukha 19:45–21:58
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:19–07:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:45 |
| Godhuli | 17:05–17:35 |
| Pradosha | 17:05–20:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (03.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:33–19:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:49–14:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:21–09:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:32–11:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:16–11:51, 14:45–15:20 |
| Varjyam | 06:44–08:32, 07:00–08:47 (03.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 13:09–17:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 13:09–17:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 13:09–17:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:21–08:49, 09:32–10:13, 11:07–17:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-shashti until 13:09, Krishna-saptami from 13:09; lagna Makara 08:21, Kumbha 08:49, Mina 09:32, Mesha 10:13, Vrishabha 11:07, Mithuna 12:38, Karka 15:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:15
Auspicious time ends by 13:09
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:21–00:46 (03.02)+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:21–00:46 (03.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:21–00:46 (03.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:21–13:09 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Shula 08:21–09:15−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:09–02:25 (03.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 08:19
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 03:29 (04.02) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 08:34 (04.02) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:36 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:36 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 15:36 | karana Balava |
| from 03:29 (04.02) | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 04:40 (04.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:19 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:07 |
| End of twilight | 17:48 |
| Moonrise | 00:48 |
| Moonset | 10:27 |
| Day length | 8 h 47 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 15:36 |
|---|
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 (08:19–17:07) 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, 17:07–20:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 08:19–15:36 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–15:36 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:36–08:18 (04.02)
Anandadi: Matanga 03:29–08:18 (04.02) Anandadi: Gada 08:19–03:29 (04.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:18–07:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:46 |
| Godhuli | 17:07–17:37 |
| Pradosha | 17:07–20:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (04.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:41–19:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:37–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:55–16:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:25–10:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:05–10:40, 13:01–13:36 |
| Varjyam | 07:00–08:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:19–08:45, 09:28–10:09, 11:03–15:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:19–08:45, 09:28–10:09, 11:03–15:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:19–08:45, 09:28–10:09, 11:03–15:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:19–08:45, 09:28–10:09, 11:03–17:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-saptami until 15:36, Krishna-ashtami from 15:36; lagna Makara 08:19, Kumbha 08:45, Mina 09:28, Mesha 10:09, Vrishabha 11:03, Mithuna 12:34, Karka 15:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 15:36–17:07: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:19–03:29 (04.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ashtami 15:36–08:18 (04.02)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:36–08:18 (04.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:19–03:29 (04.02)−1 Yoga Ganda 08:19–10:29−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–15:36−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:19–15:36
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: Shubha, Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 08:18
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 17:34 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:38 (05.02) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 08:34 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:34 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:34 | yoga Vriddhi |
|---|---|
| from 17:34 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 17:34 | karana Taitila |
| from 05:38 (05.02) | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 06:18 (05.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:18 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:09 |
| End of twilight | 17:50 |
| Moonrise | 01:55 |
| Moonset | 10:54 |
| Day length | 8 h 51 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 |
|---|
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 (08:18–17:09) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:34–08:16 (05.02)
Anandadi: Shubha 08:18–05:38 (05.02) Anandadi: Amrita 05:38–08:16 (05.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:16–07:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:47 |
| Godhuli | 17:09–17:39 |
| Pradosha | 17:09–20:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (05.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:02–21:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:30–11:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:50–14:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:18–09:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:18–08:53, 08:53–09:28 |
| Varjyam | 09:35–11:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Makara 08:18, Kumbha 08:41, Mina 09:24, Mesha 10:06, Vrishabha 10:59, Mithuna 12:30, Karka 14:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 08:18–17:09: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:18–05:38 (05.02)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:34–08:16 (05.02)−1 Ashtami 08:18–17:34−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 08:16
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 18:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 07:02 (06.02) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 08:38 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:50 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:38 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 18:50 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 18:50 | karana Vanija |
| from 07:02 (06.02) | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 07:09 (06.02) | karana Vishti |
| from 08:05 (06.02) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:16 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:11 |
| End of twilight | 17:52 |
| Moonrise | 03:00 |
| Moonset | 11:27 |
| Day length | 8 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:16–17:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Mrityu 08:16–07:02 (06.02) Anandadi: Kana 07:02–08:14 (06.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:09–19:16 (06.02); Bhadra Puchha 08:53–10:06 (06.02); Bhadra Mukha 10:06–12:08 (06.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:15–07:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:49 |
| Godhuli | 17:11–17:42 |
| Pradosha | 17:11–20:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (06.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:02–21:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:04–17:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–13:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:57–16:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:00–16:36 |
| Varjyam | 09:52–11:33 |
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 08:16–08:37, 09:20–10:02, 10:55–17:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Makara 08:16, Kumbha 08:37, Mina 09:20, Mesha 10:02, Vrishabha 10:55, Mithuna 12:26, Karka 14:54
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 08:16–17:11: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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: Anandadi: Mrityu
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:16–07:02 (06.02)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:16–08:38−2 Rikta tithi 08:16–18:50−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:16–07:02 (06.02)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 08:14
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 19:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 07:36 (07.02) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 06:53 (07.02) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 19:16 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 19:16 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 19:16 | karana Bava |
| from 06:53 (07.02) | yoga Harshana |
| from 07:08 (07.02) | karana Balava |
| from 07:36 (07.02) | nakshatra Mula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:14 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:14 |
| End of twilight | 17:54 |
| Moonrise | 04:02 |
| Moonset | 12:10 |
| Day length | 9 h 00 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 (08:14–17:14) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:14–17:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:16–08:11 (07.02) Krakacha Yoga 19:16–08:11 (07.02)
Anandadi: Padma 08:14–07:36 (07.02) Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:36–08:11 (07.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:09–19:16; Bhadra Puchha 08:53–10:06; Bhadra Mukha 10:06–12:08
- Gandanta (tithi): 18:51–19:39
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:33–13:37 (07.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
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 | 17:14–20:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (07.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:36–00:14 (07.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:21–10:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:36–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:51–14:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:38, 14:50–15:26 |
| Varjyam | 12:46–14:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:14–08:33, 09:17–09:58, 10:52–17:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:14–08:33, 09:17–09:58, 10:52–17:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:14–08:33, 09:17–09:58, 10:52–17:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Makara 08:14, Kumbha 08:33, Mina 09:17, Mesha 09:58, Vrishabha 10:52, Mithuna 12:22, Karka 14:50
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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:14–07:36 (07.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Yoga Vyaghata 08:14–11:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:14–07:36 (07.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:14–19:16
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Shattila Ekadashi |
At sunrise 08:11
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 18:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 07:19 (08.02) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 04:59 (08.02) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 18:48 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:48 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 18:48 | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:59 (08.02) | yoga Vajra |
| from 06:15 (08.02) | karana Taitila |
| from 07:19 (08.02) | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:11 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:16 |
| End of twilight | 17:56 |
| Moonrise | 04:58 |
| Moonset | 13:03 |
| Day length | 9 h 04 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 (08:11–17:16) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Shattila Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Pausha (Magha in North India). Sesame is used in six ways: for bathing, rubbing on the body, homa, drinking, eating and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:16 (06.02)–18:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:09–09:59 (08.02)
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:11–18:48
Anandadi: Chhatra 08:11–07:19 (08.02) Anandadi: Mitra 07:19–08:09 (08.02)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:33–13:37
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:12–07:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–14:51 |
| Godhuli | 17:16–17:46 |
| Pradosha | 17:16–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (08.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:00–02:35 (08.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:00–16:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:28–11:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:00–10:37, 23:13–00:13 (08.02) |
| Varjyam | 05:44–07:19 (08.02) |
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 08:11–08:29, 09:13–09:54, 10:48–17:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Makara 08:11, Kumbha 08:29, Mina 09:13, Mesha 09:54, Vrishabha 10:48, Mithuna 12:19, Karka 14:46
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 08:11–07:19 (08.02)+1 Yoga Harshana 08:11–04:59 (08.02)−1 Gandanta 08:11–13:37−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:11–07:19 (08.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:11–18:48
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shrivatsa; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 08:09
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 17:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 06:15 (09.02) more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 02:27 (09.02) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 17:30 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:30 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 17:30 | karana Gara |
| from 02:27 (09.02) | yoga Siddhi |
| from 04:33 (09.02) | karana Vanija |
| from 06:15 (09.02) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:09 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:18 |
| End of twilight | 17:58 |
| Moonrise | 05:48 |
| Moonset | 14:07 |
| Day length | 9 h 08 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 (08:09–17:18) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:30–20:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–17:30
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:30–08:07 (09.02)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:09–06:15 (09.02) Anandadi: Vajra 06:15–08:07 (09.02)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:10–07:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–14:52 |
| Godhuli | 17:18–17:48 |
| Pradosha | 17:18–20:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (09.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:40–03:12 (09.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:18–10:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:35–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 16:30–18:01 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:09–08:25, 09:09–09:50, 10:44–17:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:09–08:25, 09:09–09:50, 10:44–17:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:09–08:25, 09:09–09:50, 10:44–17:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:09–08:25, 09:09–09:50, 10:44–17:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Makara 08:09, Kumbha 08:25, Mina 09:09, Mesha 09:50, Vrishabha 10:44, Mithuna 12:15, Karka 14:42
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
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–17:30+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:09–06:15 (09.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:09–17:30−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:09–06:15 (09.02)
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 | Favourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Saumya; auspicious time — until 15:26 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 08:07
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 15:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 04:32 (10.02) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 23:22 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:26 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:26 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 15:26 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:22 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 02:10 (10.02) | karana Shakuni |
| from 04:32 (10.02) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:07 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:20 |
| End of twilight | 18:00 |
| Moonrise | 06:29 |
| Moonset | 15:21 |
| Day length | 9 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:07–17:20) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:26–17:20: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 15:26–17:20: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:13–01:12 (10.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:26–08:05 (10.02)
Anandadi: Saumya 08:07–23:01 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:00–08:05 (10.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 23:01–06:00 (10.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:26–02:10 (10.02); Bhadra Mukha 15:26–17:13; Bhadra Puchha 01:02–02:07 (10.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:09–07:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:20–17:50 |
| Pradosha | 17:20–20:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (10.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:35–00:04 (10.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:53–15:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:07–09:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:25–11:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:12–11:48, 14:53–15:30 |
| Varjyam | 13:41–15:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:07–15:26
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 08:07–15:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:07–15:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:05–09:46, 10:40–15:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 15:26, Krishna-chaturdashi from 15:26; lagna Makara 08:07, Kumbha 08:21, Mina 09:05, Mesha 09:46, Vrishabha 10:40, Mithuna 12:11, Karka 14:38
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:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 15:26–17:20: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 15:26
+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:07–23:22+1 Anandadi: Saumya 08:07–23:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:07–04:32 (10.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:26–08:05 (10.02)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:26–02:10 (10.02)−1 Krishna Chaturdashi 15:26–08:05 (10.02)
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, Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 08:05
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 12:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 02:18 (11.02) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 19:50 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:47 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:47 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 12:47 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 19:50 | yoga Variyana |
| from 23:17 | karana Naga |
| from 02:18 (11.02) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:05 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:22 |
| End of twilight | 18:02 |
| Moonrise | 07:03 |
| Moonset | 16:42 |
| Day length | 9 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:47 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (08:05–17:22) is good for sowing.
- Shakuni 08:05–12:47: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 12:47–17:22: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:05–12:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:05–02:18 (11.02)
Anandadi: Prajapati 02:18–08:03 (11.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:05–02:18 (11.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:07–07:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–14:54 |
| Godhuli | 17:22–17:52 |
| Pradosha | 17:22–20:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (11.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:52–18:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:34–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:03–16:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:15–10:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:57–10:34, 13:02–13:39 |
| Varjyam | 08:09–09:37, 05:53–07:19 (11.02) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 12:47, Amavasya from 12:47; lagna Makara 08:05, Kumbha 08:17, Mina 09:01, Mesha 09:42, Vrishabha 10:36, Mithuna 12:07, Karka 14:34
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 08:05–12:47: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 12:47–17:22: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vyatipata 08:05–17:22: 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 = −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, Vyatipata
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:05–02:18 (11.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:05–02:18 (11.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:05–02:18 (11.02)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:05–12:47−3 Vyatipata 08:05–19:50
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) · Shani Amavasya · Magha Gupta Navaratri |
At sunrise 08:03
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 09:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 23:46 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 16:00 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:41 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:41 | tithi Shukla-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 09:41 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 16:00 | yoga Parigha |
| from 20:02 | karana Bava |
| from 23:46 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 06:21 (12.02) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 06:21 (12.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:03 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:25 |
| End of twilight | 18:04 |
| Moonrise | 07:33 |
| Moonset | 18:08 |
| Day length | 9 h 21 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 09:41 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:41 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Naga 08:03–09:41: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 09:41–17:25: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) · Pitris (ancestors)
A day of the vow of silence and of holy bathing in the Ganga and at the Triveni Sangam; in Kumbh Mela years it is the main bathing day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:47 (10.02)–09:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)
A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:47 (10.02)–09:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Magha Gupta Navaratri · Durga
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha: nine days of sadhana of the Goddess; its fifth day is Vasant Panchami.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:41–06:21 (12.02)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins
Ghatasthapana: 09:41–11:10
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:25–13:02
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:03–23:46 Anandadi: Ananda 23:46–08:01 (12.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 13:04–14:02 (15.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:20–10:02
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:06–07:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–14:55 |
| Godhuli | 17:25–17:54 |
| Pradosha | 17:25–20:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (12.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:28–15:54 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:23–11:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:54–15:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:03–09:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:03–08:40, 08:40–09:18 |
| Varjyam | 06:10–07:35 (12.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:32–17:25
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 10:32–17:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:32–17:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:57–09:38, 10:32–17:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Amavasya until 09:41, Shukla-pratipat from 09:41; lagna Makara 08:03, Kumbha 08:13, Mina 08:57, Mesha 09:38, Vrishabha 10:32, Mithuna 12:03, Karka 14:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — 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:
- Amavasya 08:03–09:41: 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, Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:03–23:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:03–23:46+1 Yoga Variyana 08:03–16:000 Yoga Parigha 16:00–02:01 (12.02)0 Panchaka 13:04–08:01 (12.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Amavasya 08:03–09:41
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious tithi; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 08:01
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 02:56 (13.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 21:06 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 12:01 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:38 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:01 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 16:38 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:06 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 02:56 (13.02) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 02:56 (13.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:01 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:27 |
| End of twilight | 18:06 |
| Moonrise | 07:58 |
| Moonset | 19:34 |
| Day length | 9 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (08:01–17:27) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:27–19:34
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:27–19:34
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 21:06–02:56 (13.02)
Anandadi: Chara 21:06–07:59 (13.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:01–21:06
- Mrityu Panchaka: 13:04 (11.02)–14:02 (15.02)
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 | 06:04–07:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–14:56 |
| Godhuli | 17:27–17:56 |
| Pradosha | 17:27–20:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (13.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:42–16:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:16–17:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:05–16:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:11–16:49 |
| Varjyam | 02:48–04:14 (13.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:53–09:34, 10:28–17:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:09, Mina 08:53, Mesha 09:34, Vrishabha 10:28, Mithuna 11:59, Karka 14:26, Simha 17:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:01–21:06+1 Auspicious tithi 08:01–02:56 (13.02)+1 Yoga Shiva 12:01–07:59 (13.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 21:06–02:56 (13.02)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:01–21:06−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
| Festivals | Kumbha Sankranti |
At sunrise 07:59
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 23:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 18:29 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 08:00 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:15 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:00 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 13:15 | karana Gara |
| from 18:29 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 23:37 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 23:37 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:07 (14.02) | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:59 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:29 |
| End of twilight | 18:08 |
| Moonrise | 08:22 |
| Moonset | 21:01 |
| Day length | 9 h 30 min |
Sky
| Kumbha Sankranti | 11:24 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (07:59–17:29) is good for root crops.
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, 07:59–11:24
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 18:29–07:56 (14.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 18:29–23:37
Anandadi: Musala 07:59–18:29 Anandadi: Gada 18:29–07:56 (14.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 13:04 (11.02)–14:02 (15.02)
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 | 17:29–20:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (14.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:22–12:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:10–10:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:32–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:55–15:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:41, 14:57–15:35 |
| Varjyam | 03:08–04:34 (14.02) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Makara 07:59, Kumbha 08:05, Mina 08:49, Mesha 09:30, Vrishabha 10:24, Mithuna 11:55, Karka 14:22, Simha 17:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 11:24 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+2 Yoga Siddha 08:00–04:07 (14.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:59–23:37−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:59–18:29−1 Panchaka all day−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:59–18:29
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 07:56
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 20:33 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 16:05 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 00:27 (15.02) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:03 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:03 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 16:05 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 20:33 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 20:33 | karana Bava |
| from 00:27 (15.02) | yoga Shubha |
| from 07:09 (15.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:56 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:31 |
| End of twilight | 18:10 |
| Moonrise | 08:46 |
| Moonset | 22:27 |
| Day length | 9 h 34 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 16:05 |
|---|
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 (07:56–16:05) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (16:05–17:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:03–17:31: 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), 11:46–13:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:56–16:05 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:56–16:05 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:56–16:05
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:33–07:54 (15.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:56–16:05 Anandadi: Shubha 16:05–07:54 (15.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 10:03–20:33; Bhadra Mukha 10:05–11:50; Bhadra Puchha 19:30–20:33
- Mrityu Panchaka: 13:04 (11.02)–14:02 (15.02)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:01–06:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–14:58 |
| Godhuli | 17:31–18:00 |
| Pradosha | 17:31–20:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (15.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:46–13:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:07–16:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:20–11:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:51–10:30, 23:16–00:14 (15.02) |
| Varjyam | 03:04–04:32 (15.02) |
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 08:45–09:26, 10:20–17:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 16:05, Revati from 16:05; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Makara 07:56, Kumbha 08:01, Mina 08:45, Mesha 09:26, Vrishabha 10:20, Mithuna 11:51, Karka 14:18, Simha 17:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 16:05) — a good life; Revati (from 16:05) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 07:56–17:31: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 10:03–17:31: 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 = +1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:56–16:05+2 Ravi Yoga 07:56–16:05+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:56–16:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:56–16:05+1 Yoga Sadhya 07:56–00:27 (15.02)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:56–16:05−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:56–20:33−2 Rikta tithi 07:56–20:33−3 Bhadra on earth 10:03–20:33
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
| Festivals | Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) |
At sunrise 07:54
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 17:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 14:02 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 21:06 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 17:51 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:02 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 17:51 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 17:51 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:06 | yoga Shukla |
| from 04:41 (16.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:54 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:33 |
| End of twilight | 18:12 |
| Moonrise | 09:11 |
| Moonset | 23:50 |
| Day length | 9 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 3, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:54–14:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) · Saraswati
The welcoming of spring and the day of Saraswati — goddess of knowledge and the arts: people wear yellow, place books and instruments before the goddess, and children are taught to write for the first time (vidyarambha).
Rule: purvahna vyapini: before noon, 07:54–12:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:02–07:52 (16.02)
Anandadi: Utpata 07:54–14:02 Anandadi: Mrityu 14:02–07:52 (16.02)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 13:04 (11.02)–14:02
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:31–19:35
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:30–18:13
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:59–06:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–14:59 |
| Godhuli | 17:33–18:02 |
| Pradosha | 17:33–20:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (16.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:51–13:18, 05:43–07:12 (16.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:07–10:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:31–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:41–09:22, 10:16–17:13
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 08:41–09:22, 10:16–17:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:41–09:22, 10:16–17:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:41–09:22, 10:16–17:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 14:02, Ashwini from 14:02; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Makara 07:54, Kumbha 07:57, Mina 08:41, Mesha 09:22, Vrishabha 10:16, Mithuna 11:47, Karka 14:15, Simha 17:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 14:02) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 14:02) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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 Shubha 07:54–21:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:54–14:02+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:54–17:51+1 Ravi Yoga 14:02–07:52 (16.02)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 14:02–07:52 (16.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka 07:54–14:02−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:54–14:02
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 — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 12:26 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 07:52
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 15:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 12:26 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 18:08 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:38 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:26 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 15:38 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 15:38 | karana Gara |
| from 18:08 | yoga Brahma |
| from 02:42 (17.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:52 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:35 |
| End of twilight | 18:14 |
| Moonrise | 09:39 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 9 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:26 | from 15:38 |
|---|
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 (12:26–17:35) 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 17:51 (15.02)–15:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:52–12:26 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–12:26
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:52–15:38
Anandadi: Manasa 07:52–12:26 Anandadi: Padma 12:26–07:50 (17.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:57–06:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 17:35–18:04 |
| Pradosha | 17:35–20:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (17.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:46–08:17 (17.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:57–15:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:52–09:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:18–11:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:06–11:45, 15:00–15:39 |
| Varjyam | 08:42–10:12, 21:36–23:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:37–09:18, 10:12–12:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 12:26, Bharani from 12:26; tithi Shukla-shashti until 15:38, Shukla-saptami from 15:38; lagna Makara 07:52, Kumbha 07:53, Mina 08:37, Mesha 09:18, Vrishabha 10:12, Mithuna 11:43, Karka 14:11, Simha 17:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 12:26) — joy; Bharani (from 12:26) — facing death (dangers); 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 ends by 12:26
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–12:26+2 Ravi Yoga 07:52–12:26+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:52–12:26+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:52–12:26+1 Yoga Shukla 07:52–18:08+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 15:38–07:50 (17.02)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:52–15:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:26–07:50 (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 — Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
| Festivals | Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) |
At sunrise 07:50
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 13:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 11:21 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 15:36 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:55 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:21 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 13:55 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 13:55 | karana Vishti |
| from 15:36 | yoga Indra |
| from 01:16 (18.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:50 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:38 |
| End of twilight | 18:16 |
| Moonrise | 10:12 |
| Moonset | 01:10 |
| Day length | 9 h 48 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:21 | from 13:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (07:50–11:21) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (11:21–17:38) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:55–17:38: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) · Surya
The birthday of Surya: the Sun turns his chariot of seven horses to the north. At dawn a holy bath is taken with seven arka leaves placed on the head, and water is offered to Surya.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:38 (16.02)–13:55
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 07:50–13:55 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:50–13:55 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:55–07:47 (18.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:55–07:47 (18.02)
Anandadi: Chhatra 11:21–07:47 (18.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 07:50–11:21
- Bhadra in heaven: 13:55–01:16 (18.02); Bhadra Puchha 15:38–16:47; Bhadra Mukha 16:47–18:41
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 (18.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:46–08:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:30–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:11–16:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:03–10:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:47–10:26, 13:03–13:42 |
| Varjyam | 23:04–00:38 (18.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:50–13:55
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 07:50–13:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:50–13:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 11:21–13:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 11:21, Krittika from 11:21; tithi Shukla-saptami until 13:55, Shukla-ashtami from 13:55; lagna Kumbha 07:50, Mina 08:33, Mesha 09:14, Vrishabha 10:08, Mithuna 11:39, Karka 14:07, Simha 17:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 11:21) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 11:21) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 13:55–17:38: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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.
- 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 = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Brahma 07:50–15:36+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 11:21–07:47 (18.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:50–13:550 Ashtami 13:55–07:47 (18.02)−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:55–07:47 (18.02)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:55–07:47 (18.02)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:55–01:16 (18.02)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 07:50–11:21−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:50–11:21−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:50–13:55−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:50–13:55
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — after 12:46; auspicious time — until 13:31 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Bhishma Ashtami · Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 07:47
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 12:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 10:47 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 13:31 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:46 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:47 | nakshatra Rohini |
|---|---|
| from 12:46 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 12:46 | karana Balava |
| from 13:31 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 00:23 (19.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:47 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:40 |
| End of twilight | 18:18 |
| Moonrise | 10:52 |
| Moonset | 02:23 |
| Day length | 9 h 52 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:47 | from 12:46 |
|---|
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, Krittika (07:47–10:47) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (10:47–17:40) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Bhishma Ashtami · Bhishma
The day of the departure of Bhishma, who lay on a bed of arrows until the onset of Uttarayana. Tarpana is performed for Bhishma — especially by those who have lost their father.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:44–12:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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 13:55 (17.02)–12:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02) Ravi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:46–07:45 (19.02)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:47–10:47 Jwalamukhi Yoga 12:46–07:45 (19.02)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:47–10:47 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 10:47–07:45 (19.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:54–06:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:02 |
| Godhuli | 17:40–18:08 |
| Pradosha | 17:40–20:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (19.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:27–10:00, 07:34–09:10 (19.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:15–11:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:58–15:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:47–09:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:47–08:27, 08:27–09:06 |
| Varjyam | 02:46–04:22 (19.02) |
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 08:29–09:10, 10:04–17:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika until 10:47, Rohini from 10:47; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 12:46, Shukla-navami from 12:46; lagna Kumbha 07:47, Mina 08:29, Mesha 09:10, Vrishabha 10:04, Mithuna 11:35, Karka 14:03, Simha 17:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 10:47) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 10:47) — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 07:47–12:46: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 12:46–17:40: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 13:31–17:40: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 12:46
Auspicious time ends by 13:31
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02)+2 Yoga Indra 07:47–13:31+2 Ravi Yoga 10:47–07:45 (19.02)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:47–10:47+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:46–07:45 (19.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:47–07:45 (19.02)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:47–10:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 12:46–07:45 (19.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Ashtami 07:47–12:46−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Vaidhriti 13:31–07:45 (19.02)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Rikta tithi, Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Madhva Navami |
At sunrise 07:45
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 10:46 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 11:50 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:09 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:46 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
|---|---|
| from 11:50 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 12:09 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 12:09 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:02 (20.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:45 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:42 |
| End of twilight | 18:20 |
| Moonrise | 11:39 |
| Moonset | 03:28 |
| Day length | 9 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:46 | from 12:09 |
|---|
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 (07:45–10:46) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (10:46–17:42) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Madhva Navami · Madhvacharya
The day of the departure of Madhvacharya, founder of the Dvaita Vedanta school; especially revered by followers of Madhva in Karnataka.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:46 (18.02)–12:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:45–10:46
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:45–10:46 Anandadi: Saumya 10:46–07:43 (20.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:52–06:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:03 |
| Godhuli | 17:42–18:10 |
| Pradosha | 17:42–20:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (20.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:34–09:10, 02:16–03:54 (20.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:27–17:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–13:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:13–16:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:22–17:02 |
| Varjyam | 16:29–18:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:09–17:42
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 12:09–17:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:09–17:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:25–09:07, 10:00–17:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 10:46, Mrigashirsha from 10:46; tithi Shukla-navami until 12:09, Shukla-dashami from 12:09; lagna Kumbha 07:45, Mina 08:25, Mesha 09:07, Vrishabha 10:00, Mithuna 11:31, Karka 13:59, Simha 16:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 10:46) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 10:46) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 07:45–12:09: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 07:45–11:50: 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
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 all day+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:45–10:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:45–10:46+1 Auspicious tithi 12:09–07:43 (20.02)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:45–10:46 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vaidhriti 07:45–11:50−2 Rikta tithi 07:45–12:09
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 11:14 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 07:43
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 12:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 11:14 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 10:34 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:02 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:34 | yoga Priti |
|---|---|
| from 11:14 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 12:02 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 12:02 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:10 (21.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:43 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:44 |
| End of twilight | 18:22 |
| Moonrise | 12:35 |
| Moonset | 04:22 |
| Day length | 10 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:14 | from 12:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (07:43–11:14) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:43–11:14 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:43–11:14 Ravi Yoga all day
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:02–07:40 (21.02) Krakacha Yoga 12:02–07:40 (21.02)
Anandadi: Ananda 07:43–11:14 Anandadi: Kaladanda 11:14–07:40 (21.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:10–12:24 (21.02); Bhadra Puchha 05:05–06:18 (21.02); Bhadra Mukha 06:18–08:20 (21.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:38–12:27
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:50–06:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:04 |
| Godhuli | 17:44–18:12 |
| Pradosha | 17:44–20:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (21.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:47–03:27 (21.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:58–10:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:28–12:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:59–15:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:43, 15:04–15:44 |
| Varjyam | 19:58–21:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:21–09:03, 09:57–11:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:21–09:03, 09:57–11:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:21–09:03, 09:57–11:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:21–09:03, 09:57–16:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 11:14, Ardra from 11:14; tithi Shukla-dashami until 12:02, Shukla-ekadashi from 12:02; lagna Kumbha 07:43, Mina 08:21, Mesha 09:03, Vrishabha 09:57, Mithuna 11:27, Karka 13:55, Simha 16:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 11:14) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 11:14) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 11:14
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:43–11:14+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Ananda 07:43–11:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:43–11:14+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:43–12:02+1 Yoga Priti 10:34–07:40 (21.02)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:02–07:40 (21.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:14–07:40 (21.02)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 11:14–07:40 (21.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 12:02–07:40 (21.02)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) |
At sunrise 07:40
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 12:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 12:10 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 09:39 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:24 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:39 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 12:10 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 12:24 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 12:24 | karana Bava |
| from 00:45 (22.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:40 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:46 |
| End of twilight | 18:24 |
| Moonrise | 13:37 |
| Moonset | 05:07 |
| Day length | 10 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 3, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:10 | from 12:24 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (12:10–17:46) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:40–12:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Magha. According to the Puranas, the fast frees one from lower states of existence — the fate of pishacha ghosts; Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:02 (20.02)–12:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:38–09:40 (22.02)
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:40–12:10 Tripushkar Yoga 12:24–07:38 (22.02)
Yamaghanta 07:40–12:10 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–12:24
Anandadi: Chara 07:40–12:10 Anandadi: Sthira 12:10–07:38 (22.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:10–12:24; Bhadra Puchha 05:05–06:18; Bhadra Mukha 06:18–08:20
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 | 05:49–06:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:05 |
| Godhuli | 17:46–18:14 |
| Pradosha | 17:46–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (22.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:15–16:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:12–11:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:43–13:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:41–10:22, 23:19–00:14 (22.02) |
| Varjyam | 00:51–02:32 (22.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:18–08:59, 09:53–16:49
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 08:18–08:59, 09:53–16:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 12:10–16:49 |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:18–08:59, 09:53–16:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:40–16:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 12:10, Punarvasu from 12:10; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 12:24, Shukla-dvadashi from 12:24; lagna Kumbha 07:40, Mina 08:18, Mesha 08:59, Vrishabha 09:53, Mithuna 11:24, Karka 13:51, Simha 16:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 12:10) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 12:10) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 07:40–12:10+1 Anandadi: Chara 07:40–12:10+1 Yoga Priti 07:40–09:39+1 Auspicious tithi 07:40–12:24+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:10–07:38 (22.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 12:24–07:38 (22.02)0 Yamaghanta 07:40–12:10 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:40–12:24−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:40–12:10−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–12:24
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 13:32 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:38
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 13:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 13:32 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 09:05 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:12 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:05 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 13:12 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 13:12 | karana Kaulava |
| from 13:32 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 01:44 (23.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:38 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:48 |
| End of twilight | 18:26 |
| Moonrise | 14:43 |
| Moonset | 05:42 |
| Day length | 10 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:12 | from 13:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (07:38–13:32) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (13:32–17:48) 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, 17:48–20:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:38–13:12
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:12–07:35 (23.02)
Anandadi: Matanga 13:32–07:35 (23.02) Anandadi: Gada 07:38–13:32
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:47–06:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:06 |
| Godhuli | 17:48–18:16 |
| Pradosha | 17:48–20:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (23.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:59–12:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–13:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:54–10:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:27–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 22:06–23:49 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:14–08:55, 09:49–16:46
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 | good 08:14–08:55, 09:49–16:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 08:14–08:55, 09:49–16:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 13:12–16:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 13:32, Pushya from 13:32; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 13:12, Shukla-triodashi from 13:12; lagna Kumbha 07:38, Mina 08:14, Mesha 08:55, Vrishabha 09:49, Mithuna 11:20, Karka 13:47, Simha 16:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 13:32) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 13:32) — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 13:32
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:38–13:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:38–13:32+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:38–09:05+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 13:12–07:35 (23.02)0 Anandadi: Matanga 13:32–07:35 (23.02)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:12–07:35 (23.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 07:38–13:32
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 14:23 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 07:35
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 14:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 15:16 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 08:50 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:23 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:50 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 14:23 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 14:23 | karana Gara |
| from 15:16 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 03:08 (24.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:35 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:51 |
| End of twilight | 18:28 |
| Moonrise | 15:51 |
| Moonset | 06:11 |
| Day length | 10 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:23 | from 15:16 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:35–15:16) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:23–17:51: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:35–15:16 Guru Pushya Yoga 07:35–15:16 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:35–15:16 Ravi Yoga 15:16–07:33 (24.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:23–07:33 (24.02)
Anandadi: Shubha 07:35–15:16 Anandadi: Amrita 15:16–07:33 (24.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:45–06:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:06 |
| Godhuli | 17:51–18:18 |
| Pradosha | 17:51–20:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (24.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:24–10:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:00–15:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:35–08:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:09–11:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:00–11:41, 15:06–15:47 |
| Varjyam | 05:11–06:55 (24.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:10–08:51, 09:45–14:23
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 08:10–08:51, 09:45–14:23 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:35–14:23 |
| Cutting toenails | good 08:10–08:51, 09:45–14:23 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:10–08:51, 09:45–14:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya until 15:16, Ashlesha from 15:16; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 14:23, Shukla-chaturdashi from 14:23; lagna Kumbha 07:35, Mina 08:10, Mesha 08:51, Vrishabha 09:45, Mithuna 11:16, Karka 13:43, Simha 16:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 15:16) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 15:16) — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:23–17:51: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +10
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 14:23
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:35–15:16+2 Pushya 07:35–15:16+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:35–15:16+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:35–08:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:35–14:23+1 Ravi Yoga 15:16–07:33 (24.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:23–07:33 (24.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:16–07:33 (24.02)−1 Rikta tithi 14:23–07:33 (24.02)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Shobhana; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 07:33
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 17:22 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 08:52 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:58 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:52 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 15:58 | tithi Purnima |
| from 15:58 | karana Vishti |
| from 17:22 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 04:53 (25.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:33 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:53 |
| End of twilight | 18:30 |
| Moonrise | 16:59 |
| Moonset | 06:35 |
| Day length | 10 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:58 | from 17:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (17:22–17:53) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:58–17:53: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:33–15:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:33–17:22
Anandadi: Mrityu 07:33–17:22 Anandadi: Kana 17:22–07:31 (25.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 15:58–04:53 (25.02); Bhadra Puchha 00:23–01:41 (25.02); Bhadra Mukha 01:41–03:50 (25.02)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:48–23:56
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:43–06:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 17:53–18:20 |
| Pradosha | 17:53–20:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (25.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:37–17:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:25–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:18–16:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:50–10:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:37–10:18, 13:03–13:45 |
| Varjyam | 06:35–08:20 (25.02) |
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 08:06–08:47, 09:41–16:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 17:22, Magha from 17:22; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:58, Purnima from 15:58; lagna Kumbha 07:33, Mina 08:06, Mesha 08:47, Vrishabha 09:41, Mithuna 11:12, Karka 13:39, Simha 16:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 17:22) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 17:22) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:33–15:58: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:58–17:53: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 15:58–17:53: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:33–17:22+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:33–08:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:33–17:22 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Kana 17:22–07:31 (25.02)0 Yoga Atiganda 08:52–11:17−1 Bhadra on earth 15:58–04:53 (25.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:33–17:22−2 Rikta tithi 07:33–15:58
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
| Festivals | Magha Purnima (Maghi) |
At sunrise 07:31
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 17:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 19:48 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 09:10 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:53 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:10 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 17:53 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 17:53 | karana Balava |
| from 19:48 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 06:58 (26.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:55 |
| End of twilight | 18:32 |
| Moonrise | 18:08 |
| Moonset | 06:56 |
| Day length | 10 h 24 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 17:53 |
|---|
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 17:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:31–17:55) is good for sowing, for root crops.
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 15:58 (24.02)–17:53
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–17:53
Anandadi: Padma 07:31–19:48 Anandadi: Lumbaka 19:48–07:28 (26.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:27–18:19
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:42–06:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:08 |
| Godhuli | 17:55–18:22 |
| Pradosha | 17:55–20:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (26.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:09–18:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:07–11:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:01–15:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:31–08:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:31–08:12, 08:12–08:54 |
| Varjyam | 06:35–08:20, 04:42–06:29 (26.02) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Purnima until 17:53, Krishna-pratipat from 17:53; lagna Kumbha 07:31, Mina 08:02, Mesha 08:43, Vrishabha 09:37, Mithuna 11:08, Karka 13:35, Simha 16:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 07:31–17:53: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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 Anandadi: Padma 07:31–19:48+1 Yoga Sukarma 09:10–07:28 (26.02)0 Auspicious tithi 17:53–07:28 (26.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:31–19:48−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–17:53
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: Chhatra, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 07:28
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 22:32 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 09:43 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 20:08 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:43 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 20:08 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 20:08 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:32 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:28 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:57 |
| End of twilight | 18:34 |
| Moonrise | 19:15 |
| Moonset | 07:15 |
| Day length | 10 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 4, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:28–17:57) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:32–07:26 (27.02) Tripushkar Yoga 22:32–07:26 (27.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:28–20:08
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:28–22:32 Anandadi: Mitra 22:32–07:26 (27.02)
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 | 05:40–06:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:09 |
| Godhuli | 17:57–18:24 |
| Pradosha | 17:57–20:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (27.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:24–17:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:38–17:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–14:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:20–16:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:33–17:15 |
| Varjyam | 06:38–08:25 (27.02) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 07:28, Mina 07:58, Mesha 08:39, Vrishabha 09:33, Mithuna 11:04, Karka 13:31, Simha 16:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:28–22:32+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:28–09:43+1 Auspicious tithi 07:28–20:080 Tripushkar Yoga 22:32–07:26 (27.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:28–22:32−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:28–20:08
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 10:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 07:26
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 22:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 01:31 (28.02) more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 10:30 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:21 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:21 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 10:30 | yoga Shula |
| from 22:38 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 22:38 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:31 (28.02) | nakshatra Hasta |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:26 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:59 |
| End of twilight | 18:36 |
| Moonrise | 20:22 |
| Moonset | 07:33 |
| Day length | 10 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:26–17:59) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–22:38 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 22:38–01:31 (28.02)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:26–01:31 (28.02) Anandadi: Vajra 01:31–07:23 (28.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:38–06:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 17:59–18:26 |
| Pradosha | 17:59–20:40 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (28.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:25–19:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:45–10:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:23–12:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:02–15:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:46, 15:10–15:52 |
| Varjyam | 06:38–08:25 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:54–08:35, 09:29–16:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:26, Mina 07:54, Mesha 08:35, Vrishabha 09:29, Mithuna 11:00, Karka 13:27, Simha 16:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 10:30
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:26–01:31 (28.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:26–01:31 (28.02)+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:26–10:30+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:26–22:380 Yoga Shula 10:30–12:34−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–22:38
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramoda (No. 4) · Shaka 1972 · Vikram 2107 more |
At sunrise 07:23
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 01:19 (01.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 04:38 (01.03) more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 11:26 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:58 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:26 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 11:58 | karana Vishti |
| from 01:19 (01.03) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 01:19 (01.03) | karana Bava |
| from 04:38 (01.03) | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:23 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:01 |
| End of twilight | 18:38 |
| Moonrise | 21:29 |
| Moonset | 07:51 |
| Day length | 10 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:23–18:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:58–18:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–01:19 (01.03)
Anandadi: Saumya 07:23–04:38 (01.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:38–07:21 (01.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:58–01:19 (01.03); Bhadra Puchha 20:39–21:59; Bhadra Mukha 21:59–00:12 (01.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:36–06:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:11 |
| Godhuli | 18:01–18:28 |
| Pradosha | 18:01–20:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (01.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:51–23:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:22–16:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:03–11:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:42–14:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:31–10:13, 23:21–00:14 (01.03) |
| Varjyam | 11:00–12:49 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:50–08:31, 09:25–16:22 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:23, Mina 07:50, Mesha 08:31, Vrishabha 09:25, Mithuna 10:56, Karka 13:23, Simha 16:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–01:19 (01.03)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:23–04:38 (01.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:23–04:38 (01.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:23–01:19 (01.03)0 Yoga Ganda 11:26–13:56−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:58–01:19 (01.03)
Patron: Narayana; Aditya — Bhaga. Full moon in nakshatra Pushya. Ritu: Hemanta.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Tarana (No. 18)
Shaka Samvat 1972 · Vikram Samvat 2107 · Kali Yuga 5151
Next year — Prajapati, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 11.04.2051
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: 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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 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
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Group: Nanda. Deity: 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)
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
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 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
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: 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
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra 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
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: 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)
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: 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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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
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.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth 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)
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra 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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious 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)
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — 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)
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): 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.
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 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.
−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
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): 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
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One 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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting 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
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.
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: 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
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: 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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
−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.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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: 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): 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-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Purna. Deity: 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: 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)
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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.
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
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
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
tillage and sowing are forbidden
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are allowed.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
pruning and weeding
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
neutral
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
+1 — favourable 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut