February 2106 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Pausha (until 3.02), Magha (from 4.02). Periods: 4–12.02 — Magha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 8.02 Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja); 10.02 Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti).
Icons this month (19)
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
- 8.02 Mon — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra after 16:33
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 10.02 Wed — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra until 11:23
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 16.02 Tue — Pushya, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) until 14:07
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 1.02 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 2.02 Tue Masik Shivaratri
- 3.02 Wed Mauni Amavasya (Pausha)
- 4.02 Thu Magha Gupta Navaratri
- 5.02 Fri Chandra Darshan
- 7.02 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 8.02 Mon Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
- 9.02 Tue Skanda Shashti
- 10.02 Wed Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti)
- 11.02 Thu Bhishma Ashtami
- 11.02 Thu Masik Durgashtami
- 12.02 Fri Madhva Navami
- 14.02 Sun Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)
- 14.02 Sun Kumbha Sankranti
- 15.02 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 17.02 Wed Purnima Vrat
- 18.02 Thu Magha Purnima (Maghi)
- 21.02 Sun Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
- 25.02 Thu Kalashtami
Special muhurta yogas
- 7.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:27–08:10 (08.02)
- 9.02 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 16:19–05:44 (10.02)
- 9.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:19–08:06 (10.02)
- 13.02 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:59–12:11
- 13.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:59–12:11
- 15.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:23–07:53 (16.02)
- 16.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–07:50 (17.02)
- 21.02 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:41–00:35 (22.02)
- 21.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:41–00:35 (22.02)
- 23.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–07:34 (24.02)
- 24.02 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:32–07:31 (25.02)
- 24.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:32–07:31 (25.02)
- 25.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 26.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:29–09:31
- 28.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:24–15:36
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
- 2.02 Tue — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krishna Chaturdashi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
- 3.02 Wed — Amavasya, Anandadi: Mudgara
- 4.02 Thu — Vyatipata
- 11.02 Thu — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra) (unfavourable day)
- 12.02 Fri — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi
- 13.02 Sat — Vaidhriti, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Vajra
- 14.02 Sun — Sankranti day, Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 17.02 Wed — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 18.02 Thu — Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
- 20.02 Sat — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 27.02 Sat — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Sky this month
- 4.02 New moon (Amavasya) 06:50
- 14.02 Kumbha Sankranti 14:04 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
- 18.02 Full moon (Purnima) 09:02
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- 4–12.02 Magha Gupta Navaratri
- 5.02 02:41 – 9.02 16:19 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Krodhana (No. 59, “irascible”) — A year of anger: quarrels and calamities, intolerance among people. more
Northern samvatsara: Pramathi. Shaka Samvat 2027, Vikram Samvat 2162, Kali Yuga 5206.
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 · after 2100, times are approximate: the ΔT correction for such dates is unknown
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Harshana, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 08:24
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 03:53 (02.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 10:20 (02.02) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 20:17 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:51 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:51 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 20:17 | yoga Vajra |
| from 03:53 (02.02) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 03:53 (02.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:24 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:02 |
| End of twilight | 17:43 |
| Moonrise | 06:27 |
| Moonset | 14:31 |
| Day length | 8 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (08:24–17:02) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:02–20:06
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata all day
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:53–16:48 (02.02); Bhadra Mukha 03:53–06:02 (02.02); Bhadra Puchha 15:27–16:45 (02.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:21–07:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:09–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:02–17:33 |
| Pradosha | 17:02–20:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–01:13 (02.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:01–06:47 (02.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:29–10:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:38–12:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:48–14:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:00–13:35, 14:44–15:18 |
| Varjyam | 18:25–20:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:24–08:55, 09:38–10:20, 11:14–17:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:24–08:55, 09:38–10:20, 11:14–17:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:24–08:55, 09:38–10:20, 11:14–17:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:24–08:55, 09:38–10:20, 11:14–17:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Makara 08:24, Kumbha 08:55, Mina 09:38, Mesha 10:20, Vrishabha 11:14, Mithuna 12:47, Karka 15:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Harshana 08:24–20:17+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−3 Anandadi: Utpata 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 | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 08:22
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 05:36 (03.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 10:20 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 20:35 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:48 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:20 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 16:48 | karana Shakuni |
| from 20:35 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 05:36 (03.02) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 05:36 (03.02) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:22 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:04 |
| End of twilight | 17:45 |
| Moonrise | 07:00 |
| Moonset | 15:36 |
| Day length | 8 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (08:22–10:20) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (10:20–17:04) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:22–16:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 16:48–17:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:22–17:04: 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, 00:12–01:13 (03.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:20–08:20 (03.02)
Anandadi: Mitra 08:22–10:20 Anandadi: Manasa 10:20–05:56 (03.02) Anandadi: Padma 05:56–08:20 (03.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:53–16:48; Bhadra Mukha 03:53–06:02; Bhadra Puchha 15:27–16:45
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:19–07:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:45 |
| Godhuli | 17:04–17:35 |
| Pradosha | 17:04–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (03.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:27–07:12 (03.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:54–15:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:32–11:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:43–13:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:06–10:41, 23:10–00:12 (03.02) |
| Varjyam | 19:01–20:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:22–08:51, 09:35–10:16, 11:10–17:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 10:20, Uttara-Ashadha from 10:20; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Makara 08:22, Kumbha 08:51, Mina 09:35, Mesha 10:16, Vrishabha 11:10, Mithuna 12:43, Karka 15:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 10:20) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 10:20) — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:22–17:04: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −8
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:22–10:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:20–08:20 (03.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:22–10:20−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:22–16:48−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:20–08:20 (03.02)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:22–05:36 (03.02)
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 — Amavasya, Anandadi: Mudgara |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) |
At sunrise 08:20
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 06:50 (04.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 12:25 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 20:32 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 18:17 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:25 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 18:17 | karana Naga |
| from 20:32 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 06:50 (04.02) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 06:50 (04.02) | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:20 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:06 |
| End of twilight | 17:47 |
| Moonrise | 07:26 |
| Moonset | 16:46 |
| Day length | 8 h 46 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 12:25 |
|---|
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 (08:20–12:25) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (12:25–17:06) is good for sowing.
- Chatushpada 08:20–17:06: 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 05:36–06:50 (04.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 06:50–08:18 (04.02)
Anandadi: Chhatra 14:08–08:18 (04.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 08:20–14:08
- Gandanta (tithi): 06:25–07:15 (04.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:18–07:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:46 |
| Godhuli | 17:06–17:37 |
| Pradosha | 17:06–20:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (04.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:56–04:38 (04.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–13:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:26–10:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:37–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 16:41–18:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 12:25, Shravana from 12:25; tithi Amavasya; lagna Makara 08:20, Kumbha 08:47, Mina 09:31, Mesha 10:12, Vrishabha 11:06, Mithuna 12:39, Karka 15:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 12:25) — improved health; Shravana (from 12:25) — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 08:20–17:06: 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 = 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: Amavasya
+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:20–20:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:20–12:25+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chhatra 14:08–08:18 (04.02)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 08:20–14:08−3 Amavasya 08:20–06:50 (04.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Magha Gupta Navaratri |
At sunrise 08:18
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 07:37 (05.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 14:02 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 20:08 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 19:17 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:02 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 19:17 | karana Bava |
| from 20:08 | yoga Variyana |
| from 07:37 (05.02) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 07:37 (05.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:18 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:08 |
| End of twilight | 17:49 |
| Moonrise | 07:49 |
| Moonset | 17:58 |
| Day length | 8 h 50 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 06:50 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
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, Shravana (08:18–14:02) is good for sowing.
- Kimstughna 08:18–17:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
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 06:50–07:37 (05.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 08:18–11:15
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:26–13:01
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:18–14:02 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 14:02–08:16 (05.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:41 (05.02)–16:19 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:16–07:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:47 |
| Godhuli | 17:08–17:39 |
| Pradosha | 17:08–20:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (05.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:19–05:59 (05.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:50–14:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:18–09:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:31–11:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:15–11:50, 14:47–15:22 |
| Varjyam | 18:14–19:55 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana until 14:02, Dhanishtha from 14:02; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Makara 08:18, Kumbha 08:43, Mina 09:27, Mesha 10:08, Vrishabha 11:02, Mithuna 12:35, Karka 15:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 14:02) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 14:02) — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:18–17:08: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 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: Vyatipata
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:18–14:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:18–14:02+1 Auspicious weekday−3 Vyatipata 08:18–20:08
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 08:16
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 07:57 (06.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 15:14 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 19:23 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 19:50 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:14 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 19:23 | yoga Parigha |
| from 19:50 | karana Kaulava |
| from 07:57 (06.02) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 07:57 (06.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:16 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:11 |
| End of twilight | 17:51 |
| Moonrise | 08:09 |
| Moonset | 19:11 |
| Day length | 8 h 54 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (15:14–17:11) 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, 17:11–19:11
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:11–19:11
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–07:57 (06.02)
Anandadi: Prajapati 08:16–15:14 Anandadi: Saumya 15:14–08:14 (06.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:41–16:19 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:15–07:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:48 |
| Godhuli | 17:11–17:41 |
| Pradosha | 17:11–20:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:12 (06.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:37–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:57–16:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:23–10:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:03–10:39, 13:01–13:37 |
| Varjyam | 22:40–00:19 (06.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:16–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:59–17:11
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 08:16–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:59–17:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 08:16–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:59–17:11 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:16–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:59–17:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 15:14, Shatabhisha from 15:14; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Makara 08:16, Kumbha 08:39, Mina 09:23, Mesha 10:04, Vrishabha 10:59, Mithuna 12:31, Karka 15:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 15:14) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 15:14) — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 08:16–15:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:16–15:14+1 Yoga Variyana 08:16–19:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:16–07:57 (06.02)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–07:57 (06.02)
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: Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
At sunrise 08:14
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 07:55 (07.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 16:01 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 18:20 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 19:59 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:01 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 18:20 | yoga Shiva |
| from 19:59 | karana Gara |
| from 07:55 (07.02) | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 07:55 (07.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:14 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:13 |
| End of twilight | 17:53 |
| Moonrise | 08:27 |
| Moonset | 20:26 |
| Day length | 8 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:01 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (08:14–16:01) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (16:01–17:13) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 16:01–08:12 (07.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:55–08:12 (07.02)
Anandadi: Ananda 08:14–16:01 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:01–08:12 (07.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:41 (05.02)–16:19 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:14–07:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:49 |
| Godhuli | 17:13–17:43 |
| Pradosha | 17:13–20:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:12 (07.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:35–10:14 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:29–11:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:51–14:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:14–09:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:14–08:50, 08:50–09:26 |
| Varjyam | 22:32–00:10 (07.02) |
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, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 16:01, Purva-Bhadra from 16:01; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Makara 08:14, Kumbha 08:35, Mina 09:19, Mesha 10:00, Vrishabha 10:55, Mithuna 12:27, Karka 14:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 16:01) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 16:01) — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Ananda 08:14–16:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:14–16:01+1 Auspicious tithi 08:14–07:55 (07.02)0 Ravi Yoga 16:01–08:12 (07.02)0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:01–08:12 (07.02)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:01–08:12 (07.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 08:12
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:31 (08.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 16:27 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 16:59 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 19:45 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:27 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 16:59 | yoga Siddha |
| from 19:45 | karana Vishti |
| from 07:31 (08.02) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 07:31 (08.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:12 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:15 |
| End of twilight | 17:55 |
| Moonrise | 08:45 |
| Moonset | 21:43 |
| Day length | 9 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:27 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:12–16:27) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (16:27–17:15) is good for sowing.
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), 11:49–13:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:12–16:27 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:27–08:10 (08.02) Ravi Yoga 00:01–08:10 (08.02)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:12–07:31 (08.02)
Anandadi: Chara 08:12–16:27 Anandadi: Sthira 16:27–08:10 (08.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 19:45–07:31 (08.02); Bhadra Mukha 19:43–21:41; Bhadra Puchha 06:20–07:31 (08.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:41 (05.02)–16:19 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:12–07:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–14:50 |
| Godhuli | 17:15–17:45 |
| Pradosha | 17:15–20:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (08.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:18–09:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:07–17:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–13:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:59–16:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:03–16:39 |
| Varjyam | 02:05–03:41 (08.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 16:27–17:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 16:27, Uttara-Bhadra from 16:27; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Makara 08:12, Kumbha 08:31, Mina 09:15, Mesha 09:56, Vrishabha 10:51, Mithuna 12:23, Karka 14:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 16:27) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 16:27) — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 08:12–17:15: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:12–16:27+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:12–16:27+1 Yoga Shiva 08:12–16:590 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:27–08:10 (08.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:27–08:10 (08.02)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:12–07:31 (08.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:12–16:27−2 Rikta tithi 08:12–07:31 (08.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 16:33 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
| Festivals | Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) |
At sunrise 08:10
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 06:47 (09.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 16:33 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 15:23 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 19:11 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:23 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 16:33 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 19:11 | karana Balava |
| from 06:47 (09.02) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 06:47 (09.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:10 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:17 |
| End of twilight | 17:57 |
| Moonrise | 09:04 |
| Moonset | 23:00 |
| Day length | 9 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 1, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (08:10–16:33) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (16:33–17:17) 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, 08:10–12:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:10–16:33
Hutashana Yoga 06:47–08:08 (09.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:47–08:08 (09.02)
Anandadi: Matanga 16:33–08:08 (09.02) Anandadi: Gada 08:10–16:33
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:41 (05.02)–16:19 (09.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 06:24–07:10 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:11–07:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–14:51 |
| Godhuli | 17:17–17:47 |
| Pradosha | 17:17–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (09.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:43–13:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:18–10:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:35–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:52–15:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:38, 14:51–15:28 |
| Varjyam | 04:26–06:01 (09.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:10–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:47–17:17
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 08:10–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:47–17:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:10–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:47–17:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:10–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:47–17:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 16:33, Revati from 16:33; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Makara 08:10, Kumbha 08:27, Mina 09:11, Mesha 09:52, Vrishabha 10:47, Mithuna 12:19, Karka 14:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 16:33) — a good life; Revati (from 16:33) — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 16:33
+2 Yoga Siddha 08:10–15:23+2 Ravi Yoga 08:10–16:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:10–16:33+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:10–06:47 (09.02)0 Anandadi: Matanga 16:33–08:08 (09.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:10–16:33−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 08:08
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 05:44 (10.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 16:19 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 13:31 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 18:18 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:31 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 16:19 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 18:18 | karana Taitila |
| from 05:44 (10.02) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 05:44 (10.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:08 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:19 |
| End of twilight | 17:59 |
| Moonrise | 09:25 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 9 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (08:08–16:19) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:47–05:44 (10.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 16:19–05:44 (10.02) Ravi Yoga 16:19–08:06 (10.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:19–08:06 (10.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:08–05:44 (10.02) Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 05:44–08:06 (10.02) Hutashana Yoga 05:44–08:06 (10.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:44–08:06 (10.02)
Anandadi: Shubha 08:08–16:19 Anandadi: Amrita 16:19–08:06 (10.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:41 (05.02)–16:19
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:24–22:13
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:09–07:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–14:52 |
| Godhuli | 17:19–17:49 |
| Pradosha | 17:19–20:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (10.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:56–15:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:01–16:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:26–11:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:58–10:35, 23:14–00:13 (10.02) |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:08–08:24, 09:07–09:48, 10:43–17:19
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 08:08–08:24, 09:07–09:48, 10:43–17:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:08–08:24, 09:07–09:48, 10:43–17:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:08–08:24, 09:07–09:48, 10:43–17:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati until 16:19, Ashwini from 16:19; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Makara 08:08, Kumbha 08:24, Mina 09:07, Mesha 09:48, Vrishabha 10:43, Mithuna 12:15, Karka 14:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 16:19) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 16:19) — joy; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:08–16:19+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:08–16:19+1 Yoga Sadhya 08:08–13:310 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 16:19–05:44 (10.02)0 Ravi Yoga 16:19–08:06 (10.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:08–05:44 (10.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 08:08–16:19
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 11:23 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
| Festivals | Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) |
At sunrise 08:06
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 04:20 (11.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 15:46 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:23 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:05 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:23 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 15:46 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 17:05 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:20 (11.02) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 04:20 (11.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:06 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:22 |
| End of twilight | 18:01 |
| Moonrise | 09:50 |
| Moonset | 00:19 |
| Day length | 9 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:46 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (15:46–17:22) is good for root crops.
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 05:44–04:20 (11.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:06–15:46 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:06–04:20 (11.02)
Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 15:46–04:20 (11.02) Hutashana Yoga 04:20–08:04 (11.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–08:04 (11.02)
Anandadi: Mrityu 08:06–15:46 Anandadi: Kana 15:46–08:04 (11.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 04:20–15:31 (11.02); Bhadra Puchha 06:01–07:07 (11.02); Bhadra Mukha 07:07–08:59 (11.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:08–07:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:22–17:51 |
| Pradosha | 17:22–20:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (11.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:44–10:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:15–10:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:34–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 11:52–13:26, 01:01–02:34 (11.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:03–09:44, 10:39–15:46
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 09:03–09:44, 10:39–15:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:03–09:44, 10:39–15:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:03–09:44, 10:39–15:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashwini until 15:46, Bharani from 15:46; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Makara 08:06, Kumbha 08:20, Mina 09:03, Mesha 09:44, Vrishabha 10:39, Mithuna 12:11, Karka 14:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 15:46) — joy; Bharani (from 15:46) — facing death (dangers); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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 11:23
+2 Yoga Shubha 08:06–11:23+2 Ravi Yoga 08:06–15:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:06–15:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:06–04:20 (11.02)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:06–15:46 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:06–04:20 (11.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:46–08:04 (11.02)−1 Anandadi: Kana 15:46–08:04 (11.02)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 15:46–04:20 (11.02)
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 | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Bhishma Ashtami · Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 08:04
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:37 (12.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 14:54 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 09:00 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:31 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:00 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 14:54 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 15:31 | karana Bava |
| from 02:37 (12.02) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:37 (12.02) | karana Balava |
| from 06:21 (12.02) | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:04 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:24 |
| End of twilight | 18:03 |
| Moonrise | 10:21 |
| Moonset | 01:37 |
| Day length | 9 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (08:04–14:54) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (14:54–17:24) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:04–15:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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), 11:48–13:40
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 04:20–02:37 (12.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 08:04–02:37 (12.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:04–02:37 (12.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:54–02:37 (12.02) Yamaghanta 14:54–08:01 (12.02) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 02:37–08:01 (12.02) Hutashana Yoga 02:37–08:01 (12.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:37–08:01 (12.02)
Anandadi: Padma 08:04–14:54 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:54–08:01 (12.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 04:20–15:31; Bhadra Puchha 06:01–07:07; Bhadra Mukha 07:07–08:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:06–07:05 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–14:54 |
| Godhuli | 17:24–17:53 |
| Pradosha | 17:24–20:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (12.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:16–11:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:54–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:04–09:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:24–11:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:10–11:48, 14:54–15:32 |
| Varjyam | 02:18–03:49 (12.02) |
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 08:59–09:40, 10:35–17:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Bharani until 14:54, Krittika from 14:54; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Makara 08:04, Kumbha 08:16, Mina 08:59, Mesha 09:40, Vrishabha 10:35, Mithuna 12:07, Karka 14:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 14:54) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 14:54) — consumption (a wasting disease); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 08:04–17:24: 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.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+2 Yoga Brahma 09:00–06:21 (12.02)+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:04–14:54+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:54–08:01 (12.02)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:54–02:37 (12.02)−1 Yamaghanta 14:54–08:01 (12.02)−1 Ashtami 08:04–02:37 (12.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:04–14:54−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:04–02:37 (12.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:04–15:31−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:04–02:37 (12.02)
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 — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 9 |
| Festivals | Madhva Navami |
At sunrise 08:01
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 00:34 (13.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 13:42 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 03:26 (13.02) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:38 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:38 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 13:42 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 00:34 (13.02) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 00:34 (13.02) | karana Taitila |
| from 03:26 (13.02) | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:01 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:26 |
| End of twilight | 18:05 |
| Moonrise | 11:02 |
| Moonset | 02:53 |
| Day length | 9 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (08:01–13:42) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (13:42–17:26) is good for sowing.
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 02:37–00:34 (13.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 13:42–07:59 (13.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:01–13:42 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:01–00:34 (13.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:42–00:34 (13.02) Yamaghanta 13:42–07:59 (13.02) Hutashana Yoga 00:34–07:59 (13.02)
Anandadi: Chhatra 08:01–13:42 Anandadi: Mitra 13:42–07:59 (13.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:04–07:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–14:55 |
| Godhuli | 17:26–17:55 |
| Pradosha | 17:26–20:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (13.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:25–12:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:33–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:05–16:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:12–10:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:54–10:32, 13:02–13:40 |
| Varjyam | 04:41–06:11 (13.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:55–09:37, 10:31–17:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika until 13:42, Rohini from 13:42; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:12, Mina 08:55, Mesha 09:37, Vrishabha 10:31, Mithuna 12:03, Karka 14:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 13:42) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 13:42) — destruction of all misfortunes; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 08:01–17:26: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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.
- 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: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+2 Yoga Indra 08:01–03:26 (13.02)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:01–13:42+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 13:42–07:59 (13.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:42–07:59 (13.02)0 Yamaghanta 13:42–07:59 (13.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:42–00:34 (13.02)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:01–13:42−2 Rikta tithi 08:01–00:34 (13.02)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:01–00:34 (13.02)
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 — Vaidhriti, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:59
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 22:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 12:11 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 00:17 (14.02) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:25 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:25 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 12:11 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 22:12 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 22:12 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:17 (14.02) | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:59 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:28 |
| End of twilight | 18:07 |
| Moonrise | 11:54 |
| Moonset | 04:02 |
| Day length | 9 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:11 |
|---|
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 (07:59–12:11) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (12:11–17:28) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:59–12:11 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:59–12:11 Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–22:12 Hutashana Yoga 22:12–07:57 (14.02)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:59–12:11 Anandadi: Vajra 12:11–07:57 (14.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:51–22:34
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:03–07:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–14:56 |
| Godhuli | 17:28–17:57 |
| Pradosha | 17:28–20:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (14.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:11–10:41, 02:15–03:44 (14.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:21–11:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:55–15:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:59–09:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:59–08:37, 08:37–09:15 |
| Varjyam | 17:22–18:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini until 12:11, Mrigashirsha from 12:11; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Makara 07:59, Kumbha 08:08, Mina 08:51, Mesha 09:33, Vrishabha 10:27, Mithuna 11:59, Karka 14:28, Simha 17:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 12:11) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 12:11) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 07:59–17:28: 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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:59–12:11+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:59–12:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:59–12:11+1 Auspicious tithi 07:59–22:120 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–22:12 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 12:11–07:57 (14.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Vaidhriti 07:59–00:17 (14.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) · Kumbha Sankranti |
At sunrise 07:57
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 19:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 10:24 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 20:57 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:56 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:56 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 10:24 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 19:37 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 19:37 | karana Bava |
| from 20:57 | yoga Priti |
| from 06:16 (15.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:57 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:30 |
| End of twilight | 18:09 |
| Moonrise | 13:00 |
| Moonset | 05:00 |
| Day length | 9 h 33 min |
Sky
| Kumbha Sankranti | 14:04 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:24 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (07:57–10:24) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:56–17:30: 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 22:12 (13.02)–19:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:55–09:50 (15.02)
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, 07:57–14:04
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:57–10:24
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:57–19:37 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:37–07:55 (15.02) Hutashana Yoga 19:37–07:55 (15.02) Krakacha Yoga 19:37–07:55 (15.02)
Anandadi: Saumya 07:57–10:24 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 10:24–07:55 (15.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 08:56–19:37; Bhadra Puchha 13:12–14:16; Bhadra Mukha 14:16–16:03
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:01–06:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:19–14:57 |
| Godhuli | 17:30–17:59 |
| Pradosha | 17:30–20:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (15.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:15–00:43 (15.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:19–17:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:07–16:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:14–16:52 |
| Varjyam | 18:07–19:35 |
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 Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 10:24, Ardra from 10:24; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Makara 07:57, Kumbha 08:04, Mina 08:47, Mesha 09:29, Vrishabha 10:23, Mithuna 11:55, Karka 14:24, Simha 17:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 10:24) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 10:24) — sadness; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 14:04 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:57–10:24+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:57–10:24+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:57–10:24+1 Auspicious tithi 07:57–19:37−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:24–07:55 (15.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 10:24–07:55 (15.02)−1 Sankranti day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:57–19:37−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:56–19:37
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Priti, Auspicious weekday; 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 | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 07:55
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 16:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 08:26 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 17:31 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:53 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:26 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 16:53 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 16:53 | karana Kaulava |
| from 17:31 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 03:29 (16.02) | karana Taitila |
| from 06:23 (16.02) | nakshatra Pushya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:55 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:32 |
| End of twilight | 18:11 |
| Moonrise | 14:16 |
| Moonset | 05:47 |
| Day length | 9 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:26 | from 16:53 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (08:26–17:32) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:32–20:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:23–07:53 (16.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:23–07:53 (16.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:55–16:53
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:23–07:53 (16.02) Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:55–08:26 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:26–06:23 (16.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:00–06:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–14:58 |
| Godhuli | 17:32–18:01 |
| Pradosha | 17:32–20:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (16.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:11–05:39 (16.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:07–10:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:31–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:56–15:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:41, 14:58–15:37 |
| Varjyam | 19:25–20:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:43–09:25, 10:19–17:19
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 08:43–09:25, 10:19–17:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:26–17:32 |
| Cutting toenails | good 08:43–09:25, 10:19–17:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 16:53–17:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra until 08:26, Punarvasu from 08:26; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 16:53, Shukla-triodashi from 16:53; lagna Makara 07:55, Kumbha 08:00, Mina 08:43, Mesha 09:25, Vrishabha 10:19, Mithuna 11:51, Karka 14:20, Simha 17:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 08:26) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 08:26) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Priti 07:55–17:31+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:26–06:23 (16.02)0 Auspicious tithi 16:53–07:53 (16.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:26–06:23 (16.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:55–08:26−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:55–16:53
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 | Best day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 14:07 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:53
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 14:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 04:23 (17.02) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 14:02 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:07 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:02 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 14:07 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 14:07 | karana Gara |
| from 00:45 (17.02) | karana Vanija |
| from 04:23 (17.02) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:53 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:35 |
| End of twilight | 18:13 |
| Moonrise | 15:38 |
| Moonset | 06:23 |
| Day length | 9 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:53–17:35) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:07–17:35: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:53–14:07 Ravi Yoga 07:53–04:23 (17.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–07:50 (17.02)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:53–04:23 (17.02) Anandadi: Ananda 04:23–07:50 (17.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:58–06:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–14:59 |
| Godhuli | 17:35–18:03 |
| Pradosha | 17:35–20:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (17.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:31–23:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:09–16:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:18–11:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:49–10:28, 23:17–00:14 (17.02) |
| Varjyam | 13:43–15:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:53–14:07
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:53–14:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:39–09:21, 10:15–14:07 |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:53–14:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:39–09:21, 10:15–14:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 14:07, Shukla-chaturdashi from 14:07; lagna Makara 07:53, Kumbha 07:56, Mina 08:39, Mesha 09:21, Vrishabha 10:15, Mithuna 11:48, Karka 14:16, Simha 17:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:07–17:35: 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 = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 14:07
+2 Pushya 07:53–04:23 (17.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:53–04:23 (17.02)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:53–14:07+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:53–04:23 (17.02)+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:53–14:02+1 Auspicious tithi 07:53–14:07−1 Rikta tithi 14:07–07:50 (17.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| 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 | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 07:50
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 11:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 02:36 (18.02) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 10:39 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:27 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:39 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 11:27 | tithi Purnima |
| from 11:27 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:12 | karana Bava |
| from 02:36 (18.02) | nakshatra Magha |
| from 07:29 (18.02) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:50 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:37 |
| End of twilight | 18:15 |
| Moonrise | 17:02 |
| Moonset | 06:52 |
| Day length | 9 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:27 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:27–17:37: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:50–11:27: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:45–13:42
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 18.02
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 02:36–07:48 (18.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:50–02:36 (18.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 11:27–22:12; Bhadra Puchha 18:28–19:33; Bhadra Mukha 19:33–21:21
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:01–08:12 (18.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:56–06:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 17:37–18:05 |
| Pradosha | 17:37–20:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (18.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:07–02:36 (18.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–13:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:04–10:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:30–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 16:14–17:43 |
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 08:36–09:17, 10:11–17:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 11:27, Purnima from 11:27; lagna Makara 07:50, Kumbha 07:52, Mina 08:36, Mesha 09:17, Vrishabha 10:11, Mithuna 11:44, Karka 14:12, Simha 17:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:50–11:27: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 11:27–17:37: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 11:27–17:37: 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 = −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.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:50–10:39+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:50–02:36 (18.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:50–02:36 (18.02)−2 Rikta tithi 07:50–11:27−3 Bhadra on earth 11:27–22:12
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Magha Purnima (Maghi) |
At sunrise 07:48
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 09:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 01:11 (19.02) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 04:38 (19.02) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:02 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:02 | tithi Krishna-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 09:02 | karana Balava |
| from 19:59 | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:11 (19.02) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 04:38 (19.02) | yoga Sukarma |
| from 07:03 (19.02) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 07:03 (19.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:48 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:39 |
| End of twilight | 18:17 |
| Moonrise | 18:26 |
| Moonset | 07:15 |
| Day length | 9 h 51 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 09:02 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:02 |
|---|
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, Magha (07:48–17:39) 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 11:27 (17.02)–09:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 17.02
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:48–09:02
Anandadi: Musala 07:48–01:11 (19.02) Anandadi: Gada 01:11–07:46 (19.02)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:01 (17.02)–08:12
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:41–09:24
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:54–06:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:01 |
| Godhuli | 17:39–18:07 |
| Pradosha | 17:39–20:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (19.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:55–00:26 (19.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:57–15:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:48–09:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:16–11:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:05–11:44, 15:01–15:41 |
| Varjyam | 13:54–15:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:07–17:07
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 10:07–17:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:07–17:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:32–09:13, 10:07–17:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Purnima until 09:02, Krishna-pratipat from 09:02; lagna Kumbha 07:48, Mina 08:32, Mesha 09:13, Vrishabha 10:07, Mithuna 11:40, Karka 14:08, Simha 17:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 07:48–09:02: 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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:02–07:03 (19.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:48–09:020 Yoga Atiganda 07:48–09:36−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:48–01:11 (19.02)−1 Gandanta 07:48–08:12−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:48–01:11 (19.02)−2 Kshaya tithi
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Siddhi, Yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:46
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 05:39 (20.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 00:18 (20.02) more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 02:14 (20.02) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 18:16 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:16 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 00:18 (20.02) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 02:14 (20.02) | yoga Dhriti |
| from 05:39 (20.02) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 05:39 (20.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:46 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:41 |
| End of twilight | 18:19 |
| Moonrise | 19:47 |
| Moonset | 07:36 |
| Day length | 9 h 55 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, Purva-Phalguni (07:46–17:41) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:46–00:18 (20.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:46–05:39 (20.02) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:39–07:43 (20.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:46–00:18 (20.02) Anandadi: Shubha 00:18–07:43 (20.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:53–06:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:02 |
| Godhuli | 17:41–18:09 |
| Pradosha | 17:41–20:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (20.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:08–19:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:29–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:12–16:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:00–10:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:45–10:24, 13:03–13:43 |
| Varjyam | 08:53–10:26, 07:25–09:00 (20.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:28–09:09, 10:03–17:03
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:28–09:09, 10:03–17:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:28–09:09, 10:03–17:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:46, Mina 08:28, Mesha 09:09, Vrishabha 10:03, Mithuna 11:36, Karka 14:04, Simha 17:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:46–00:18 (20.02)+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:46–02:14 (20.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:46–05:39 (20.02)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:46–00:18 (20.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:46–05:39 (20.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:46–00:18 (20.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:43
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 04:56 (21.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 00:04 (21.02) more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 00:23 (21.02) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 17:12 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:12 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 00:04 (21.02) | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 00:23 (21.02) | yoga Shula |
| from 04:56 (21.02) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 04:56 (21.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:43 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:43 |
| End of twilight | 18:21 |
| Moonrise | 21:05 |
| Moonset | 07:55 |
| Day length | 9 h 59 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 (07:43–17:43) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:12–17:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–07:41 (21.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:43–00:04 (21.02) Yamaghanta 00:04–07:41 (21.02)
Anandadi: Utpata 07:43–00:04 (21.02) Anandadi: Mrityu 00:04–07:41 (21.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:12–04:56 (21.02); Bhadra Puchha 00:51–02:01 (21.02); Bhadra Mukha 02:01–03:58 (21.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:51–06:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:03 |
| Godhuli | 17:43–18:11 |
| Pradosha | 17:43–20:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (21.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:56–18:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:13–11:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:58–15:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:43–08:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:43–08:23, 08:23–09:03 |
| Varjyam | 07:25–09:00 |
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 08:24–09:05, 10:00–16:59 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:43, Mina 08:24, Mesha 09:05, Vrishabha 10:00, Mithuna 11:32, Karka 14:01, Simha 16:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:43–00:04 (21.02)+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:43–00:23 (21.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:43–04:56 (21.02)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:12–04:56 (21.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:43–00:04 (21.02)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:43–00:04 (21.02)
| Summary | Favourable day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) |
At sunrise 07:41
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 05:00 (22.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 00:35 (22.02) more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 23:08 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:52 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:52 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 23:08 | yoga Ganda |
| from 00:35 (22.02) | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 05:00 (22.02) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 05:00 (22.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:41 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:45 |
| End of twilight | 18:23 |
| Moonrise | 22:21 |
| Moonset | 08:15 |
| Day length | 10 h 04 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 |
|---|
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 (07:41–17:45) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 22:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:41–00:35 (22.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:41–00:35 (22.02)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:41–05:00 (22.02)
Anandadi: Manasa 07:41–00:35 (22.02) Anandadi: Padma 00:35–07:39 (22.02)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:49–06:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:04 |
| Godhuli | 17:45–18:13 |
| Pradosha | 17:45–20:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (22.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:27–20:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:30–17:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–13:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:14–16:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:25–17:05 |
| Varjyam | 08:39–10:17 |
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 08:20–09:01, 09:56–16:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:41, Mina 08:20, Mesha 09:01, Vrishabha 09:56, Mithuna 11:28, Karka 13:57, Simha 16:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:41–17:45: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:41–00:35 (22.02)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:41–00:35 (22.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:41–00:35 (22.02)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:41–05:00 (22.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:41–05:00 (22.02)−2 Rikta tithi 07:41–05:00 (22.02)
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: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Anandadi: Mudgara |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:39
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:53 (23.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 01:53 (23.02) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 22:30 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:21 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:21 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 22:30 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 01:53 (23.02) | nakshatra Swati |
| from 05:53 (23.02) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 05:53 (23.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:39 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:48 |
| End of twilight | 18:25 |
| Moonrise | 23:35 |
| Moonset | 08:35 |
| Day length | 10 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:39–17:48) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:39–01:53 (23.02) Hutashana Yoga 05:53–07:36 (23.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:53–07:36 (23.02)
Anandadi: Chhatra 01:53–07:36 (23.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 07:39–01:53 (23.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:28–06:18 (23.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:47–06:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:05 |
| Godhuli | 17:48–18:15 |
| Pradosha | 17:48–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (23.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:08–20:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:55–10:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:27–12:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:59–15:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:44, 15:05–15:46 |
| Varjyam | 09:01–10:42 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:16–08:57, 09:52–16:51
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:16–08:57, 09:52–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:16–08:57, 09:52–16:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:16–08:57, 09:52–16:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:39, Mina 08:16, Mesha 08:57, Vrishabha 09:52, Mithuna 11:24, Karka 13:53, Simha 16:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 07:39–01:53 (23.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:39–05:53 (23.02)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 07:39–01:53 (23.02)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:39–01:53 (23.02)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:36
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 07:30 (24.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 03:55 (24.02) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 22:27 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:36 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:36 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 22:27 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 03:55 (24.02) | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 07:30 (24.02) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 07:30 (24.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:36 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:50 |
| End of twilight | 18:27 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 08:58 |
| Day length | 10 h 13 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:36–17:50) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:55–07:34 (24.02) Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–07:34 (24.02)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:36–07:30 (24.02) Hutashana Yoga 07:30–07:34 (24.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:30–07:34 (24.02)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:36–03:55 (24.02) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:55–07:34 (24.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 07:30–20:32 (24.02); Bhadra Puchha 12:44–14:03 (24.02); Bhadra Mukha 14:03–16:14 (24.02)
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 | 05:46–06:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:06 |
| Godhuli | 17:50–18:17 |
| Pradosha | 17:50–20:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (24.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:22–20:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:16–16:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:10–11:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:43–14:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:39–10:20, 23:19–00:14 (24.02) |
| Varjyam | 07:57–09:41 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:12–08:53, 09:48–16:48
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:12–08:53, 09:48–16:48 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:12–08:53, 09:48–16:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:12–08:53, 09:48–16:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Kumbha 07:36, Mina 08:12, Mesha 08:53, Vrishabha 09:48, Mithuna 11:20, Karka 13:49, Simha 16:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:36–03:55 (24.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:36–03:55 (24.02)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:36–22:270 Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–07:34 (24.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:36–07:30 (24.02)
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:34
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 09:42 (25.02) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 06:32 (25.02) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 22:54 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 20:32 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 20:32 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 22:54 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 06:32 (25.02) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:34 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:52 |
| End of twilight | 18:29 |
| Moonrise | 00:44 |
| Moonset | 09:25 |
| Day length | 10 h 18 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:34–17:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:34–17:52: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:34–06:32 (25.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:32–07:31 (25.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:32–07:31 (25.02)
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:34–06:32 (25.02) Anandadi: Saumya 06:32–07:31 (25.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 07:30–20:32; Bhadra Puchha 12:44–14:03; Bhadra Mukha 14:03–16:14
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:44–06:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 17:52–18:19 |
| Pradosha | 17:52–20:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (25.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:46–22:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–14:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:51–10:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:26–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 10:07–11:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Kumbha 07:34, Mina 08:08, Mesha 08:49, Vrishabha 09:44, Mithuna 11:16, Karka 13:45, Simha 16:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:34–06:32 (25.02)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:34–06:32 (25.02)+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:34–22:54+1 Auspicious weekday−2 Tryahasparsha−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:34–20:32
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 07:31
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 09:42 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 09:31 (26.02) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 23:42 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:42 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 09:42 | karana Balava |
| from 22:58 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:42 | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:54 |
| End of twilight | 18:32 |
| Moonrise | 01:49 |
| Moonset | 09:58 |
| Day length | 10 h 22 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 09:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:31–17:54) 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, 17:54–20:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 09:42–07:29 (26.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:42–07:29 (26.02)
Anandadi: Ananda all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:42–06:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:08 |
| Godhuli | 17:54–18:21 |
| Pradosha | 17:54–20:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (26.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:49–23:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:00–15:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:31–08:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:07–11:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:59–11:40, 15:08–15:49 |
| Varjyam | 11:01–12:49 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:31–09:42
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:31–09:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:31–09:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:04–08:45, 09:40–16:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-saptami until 09:42, Krishna-ashtami from 09:42; lagna Kumbha 07:31, Mina 08:04, Mesha 08:45, Vrishabha 09:40, Mithuna 11:12, Karka 13:41, Simha 16:40
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”); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 09:42–17:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Ananda all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:42–07:29 (26.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Ashtami 09:42–07:29 (26.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:42–07:29 (26.02)
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: Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:29
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 12:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 09:31 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 00:41 (27.02) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:17 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:31 | nakshatra Jyestha |
|---|---|
| from 12:17 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 12:17 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:41 (27.02) | yoga Vajra |
| from 01:37 (27.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:29 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:56 |
| End of twilight | 18:34 |
| Moonrise | 02:48 |
| Moonset | 10:38 |
| Day length | 10 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:31 | from 12:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:29–09:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (09:31–17:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:29–09:31
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–12:17 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:31–07:26 (27.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:17–07:26 (27.02)
Anandadi: Chara 09:31–07:26 (27.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:29–09:31
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:51–19:23 (27.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:40–06:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:09 |
| Godhuli | 17:56–18:23 |
| Pradosha | 17:56–20:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (27.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:41–04:30 (27.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:24–12:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:19–16:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:47–10:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:34–10:16, 13:03–13:45 |
| Varjyam | 15:51–17:39 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:00–08:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha until 09:31, Jyestha from 09:31; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 12:17, Krishna-navami from 12:17; lagna Kumbha 07:29, Mina 08:00, Mesha 08:41, Vrishabha 09:36, Mithuna 11:08, Karka 13:37, Simha 16:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 09:31) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 09:31) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:29–12:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 12:17–17:56: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chara 09:31–07:26 (27.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:29–09:31+1 Yoga Harshana 07:29–00:41 (27.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:29–09:310 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–12:17 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:29–09:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:31–07:26 (27.02)−1 Rikta tithi 12:17–07:26 (27.02)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:17–07:26 (27.02)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:31–07:26 (27.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:26
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 14:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 12:38 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 01:37 (28.02) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:57 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:38 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 14:57 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 14:57 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:37 (28.02) | yoga Siddhi |
| from 04:14 (28.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:26 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:58 |
| End of twilight | 18:36 |
| Moonrise | 03:39 |
| Moonset | 11:25 |
| Day length | 10 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:57 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:26–12:38) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (12:38–17:58) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–14:57
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:57–07:24 (28.02)
Anandadi: Musala 07:26–12:38 Anandadi: Gada 12:38–07:24 (28.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:14–17:27 (28.02); Bhadra Puchha 06:11–07:31 (28.02); Bhadra Mukha 07:31–09:43 (28.02)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:51–19:23
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:38–06:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 17:58–18:25 |
| Pradosha | 17:58–20:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (28.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:04–11:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:01–15:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:26–08:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:26–08:09, 08:09–08:51 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
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 14:57–16:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha until 12:38, Mula from 12:38; tithi Krishna-navami until 14:57, Krishna-dashami from 14:57; lagna Kumbha 07:26, Mina 07:56, Mesha 08:38, Vrishabha 09:32, Mithuna 11:04, Karka 13:33, Simha 16:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 12:38) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 12:38) — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 07:26–14:57: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- 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 = −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 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–14:57−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:57–07:24 (28.02)−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:26–12:38−1 Gandanta 07:26–19:23−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:26–12:38−2 Rikta tithi 07:26–14:57
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi; auspicious time — after 17:27 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Krodhana (No. 59) · Shaka 2027 · Vikram 2162 more |
At sunrise 07:24
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 17:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 15:36 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 02:22 (01.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:27 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:36 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 17:27 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 17:27 | karana Bava |
| from 02:22 (01.03) | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 06:34 (01.03) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:24 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:00 |
| End of twilight | 18:38 |
| Moonrise | 04:22 |
| Moonset | 12:21 |
| Day length | 10 h 36 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:36 | from 17:27 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (07:24–15:36) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (15:36–18:00) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:24–17:27: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:24–15:36 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:24–15:36
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:27–07:21 (01.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:24–15:36 Anandadi: Shubha 15:36–07:21 (01.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:14–17:27; Bhadra Puchha 06:11–07:31; Bhadra Mukha 07:31–09:43
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:00–17:53
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:37–06:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:11 |
| Godhuli | 18:00–18:27 |
| Pradosha | 18:00–20:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (01.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:24–10:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:41–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:42–14:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:21–16:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:36–17:18 |
| Varjyam | 13:48–15:36, 02:15–04:01 (01.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:52–08:34, 09:28–18:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mula until 15:36, Purva-Ashadha from 15:36; tithi Krishna-dashami until 17:27, Krishna-ekadashi from 17:27; lagna Kumbha 07:24, Mina 07:52, Mesha 08:34, Vrishabha 09:28, Mithuna 11:00, Karka 13:29, Simha 16:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 15:36) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 15:36) — ruin of the family; 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 17:27
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:24–15:36+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:24–02:22 (01.03)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:24–15:36+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:24–15:360 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:27–07:21 (01.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:24–15:36−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:24–17:27
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: Pramathi (No. 13)
Shaka Samvat 2027 · Vikram Samvat 2162 · Kali Yuga 5206
Next year — Akshaya, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 4.04.2106
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: 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: 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: 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.
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): 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-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
The 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 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: 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.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
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 yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The “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.
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 Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The “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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
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 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-tritya
any undertakings
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
An 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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing 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.
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.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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: 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)
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.
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.
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-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
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.
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.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
+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: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious (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.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-shashti
plowing the ground
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.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
If an Amrita Siddhi day falls on a tithi “forbidden” for it (Sun — 5, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11), the nectar turns into poison (visha): the day is unfavourable for any new undertaking.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
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.
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.
“Cobra venom”: a triple combination of weekday, tithi and nakshatra (Sun — 5th + Krittika, Mon — 2nd + Chitra, Tue — 15th + Rohini, Wed — 7th + Bharani, Thu — 13th + Anuradha, Fri — 6th + Shravana, Sat — 8th + Revati). The strongest of the kuyogas: the day is unfavourable for any activity.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
“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.
“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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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): 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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Nanda. Deity: 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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: 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: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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: 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): 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 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
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 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: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra 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
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
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: 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: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-shashti
plowing the ground
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
plowing, pruning and weeding
0 — does not affect the haircut rating