March 1880 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Magha (until 10.03), Phalguna (from 11.03). Periods: from 12.03 — Kharmas; 18–25.03 — Holashtak. Major festivals: 9.03 Maha Shivaratri; 25.03 Holika Dahan; 26.03 Holi (Dhulandi).
Icons this month (20)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 1.03 Mon — Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhruva
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 3.03 Wed — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) until 15:08
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 8.03 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra until 12:35
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 17.03 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 21.03 Sun — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Pushya after 08:48
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 26.03 Fri — Anandadi: Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Vriddhi until 09:30
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Festivals
- 3.03 Wed Kalashtami
- 6.03 Sat Vijaya Ekadashi
- 7.03 Sun Vijaya Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
- 8.03 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 9.03 Tue Maha Shivaratri
- 10.03 Wed Magha Amavasya
- 12.03 Fri Mina Sankranti
- 12.03 Fri Chandra Darshan
- 14.03 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 16.03 Tue Skanda Shashti
- 19.03 Fri Masik Durgashtami
- 22.03 Mon Amalaki Ekadashi
- 24.03 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 25.03 Thu Holika Dahan
- 26.03 Fri Holi (Dhulandi)
- 26.03 Fri Phalguna Purnima
- 29.03 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra)
- 30.03 Tue Rang Panchami
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.03 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 17:15–19:07
- 3.03 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:15–15:08
- 3.03 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:15–17:43
- 7.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:05–13:17
- 7.03 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 07:47–13:17
- 8.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:02–12:35
- 12.03 Fri Amrita Siddhi Yoga 13:06–06:49 (13.03)
- 12.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:06–06:49 (13.03)
- 14.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–16:18
- 16.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:41–21:33
- 17.03 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 19.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:29–06:31 (20.03)
- 21.03 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 08:48–06:26 (22.03)
- 21.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:48–06:26 (22.03)
- 22.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:26–10:26
- 23.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:23–11:17
- 27.03 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 13:51–05:50 (28.03)
- 27.03 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:50–06:10 (28.03)
- 29.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:38–06:05 (30.03)
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.
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 4.03 Thu — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 5.03 Fri — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 6.03 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 7.03 Sun — Kshaya tithi, Krakacha Yoga, Yoga Parigha
- 9.03 Tue — Anandadi: Utpata, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krishna Chaturdashi (unfavourable day)
- 10.03 Wed — Amavasya, Panchaka, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 12.03 Fri — Sankranti day, Panchaka
- 15.03 Mon — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi, Jwalamukhi Yoga
- 18.03 Thu — Anandadi: Mrityu, Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra) (unfavourable day)
- 22.03 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 25.03 Thu — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 29.03 Mon — Yamaghanta, Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
- 31.03 Wed — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Dhwanksha
Sky this month
- 11.03 New moon (Amavasya) 03:47
- 12.03 Mina Sankranti 11:47 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
- 20.03 Vernal equinox 08:13
- 26.03 Full moon (Purnima) 16:23
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- from 12.03 Kharmas
- 18–25.03 Holashtak
- 9.03 00:20 – 13.03 14:25 Raja Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Pramathi (No. 13, “tormenting, agitating”) — A restless year: unrest and anxiety, moderate rains; calls for caution. more
Northern samvatsara: Khara. Shaka Samvat 1801, Vikram Samvat 1936, Kali Yuga 4980.
Magha (Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri. more
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Best day — Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
At sunrise 07:20
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 19:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 20:35 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 21:34 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:31 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:31 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 19:26 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 19:26 | karana Gara |
| from 20:35 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 21:34 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 06:20 (02.03) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:20 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:04 |
| End of twilight | 18:42 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 08:03 |
| Day length | 10 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (07:20–18:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 20:35–07:17 (02.03)
Hutashana Yoga 19:26–07:17 (02.03) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:26–07:17 (02.03) Yamaghanta 20:35–07:17 (02.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:20–20:35 Anandadi: Mitra 20:35–07:17 (02.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:04–19:48
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:33–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:04–18:31 |
| Pradosha | 18:04–20:43 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (02.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:19–13:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:40–10:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:22–12:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:03–15:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–13:47, 15:13–15:56 |
| Varjyam | 01:50–03:20 (02.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:41–08:22, 09:14–16:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:41–08:22, 09:14–16:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:41–08:22, 09:14–16:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:41–08:22, 09:14–16:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:20, Mina 07:41, Mesha 08:22, Vrishabha 09:14, Mithuna 10:41, Karka 13:04, Simha 16:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:20–20:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:20–20:35+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:20–21:34+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:20–19:26
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa; 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 | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
At sunrise 07:17
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 17:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 19:07 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 18:38 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 17:15 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:15 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 17:15 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:38 | yoga Harshana |
| from 19:07 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 04:11 (03.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:17 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:07 |
| End of twilight | 18:44 |
| Moonrise | 00:46 |
| Moonset | 08:27 |
| Day length | 10 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:15 |
|---|
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 (07:17–18:07) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:15–18:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:17–11:42 Tripushkar Yoga 17:15–19:07 Ravi Yoga 19:07–07:15 (03.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:17–17:15 Hutashana Yoga 17:15–07:15 (03.03) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:15–07:15 (03.03)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:17–19:07 Anandadi: Vajra 19:07–07:15 (03.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 17:15–04:11 (03.03); Bhadra Puchha 21:38–22:43; Bhadra Mukha 22:43–00:33 (03.03)
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 | 05:32–06:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:07–18:33 |
| Pradosha | 18:07–20:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (03.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:51–12:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:24–16:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:00–11:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:42–14:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:27–10:10, 23:22–00:14 (03.03) |
| Varjyam | 22:53–00:23 (03.03) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-shashti until 17:15, Krishna-saptami from 17:15; lagna Kumbha 07:17, Mina 07:37, Mesha 08:18, Vrishabha 09:10, Mithuna 10:37, Karka 13:00, Simha 15:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; 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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:17–11:42+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:17–19:070 Tripushkar Yoga 17:15–19:070 Hutashana Yoga 17:15–07:15 (03.03)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:15–07:15 (03.03)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:15–04:11 (03.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:17–17:15
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 15:08 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 07:15
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 17:43 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 15:44 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:08 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:08 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 15:08 | karana Balava |
| from 15:44 | yoga Vajra |
| from 17:43 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:06 (04.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:15 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:09 |
| End of twilight | 18:46 |
| Moonrise | 02:12 |
| Moonset | 09:02 |
| Day length | 10 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:08 | from 17:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:15–17:43) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (17:43–18:09) is good 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, 18:09–20:45
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:15–15:08 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–15:08 Ravi Yoga 07:15–17:43 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:15–17:43
Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 15:08–17:43 Hutashana Yoga 15:08–07:12 (04.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:08–07:12 (04.03)
Anandadi: Saumya 07:15–17:43 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 17:43–07:12 (04.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:09–18:35 |
| Pradosha | 18:09–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (04.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:55–09:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:42–14:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:37–09:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:20–12:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:20–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 23:01–00:31 (04.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:15–15:08
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 07:15–15:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:15–15:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:33–08:14, 09:06–15:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Anuradha until 17:43, Jyestha from 17:43; tithi Krishna-saptami until 15:08, Krishna-ashtami from 15:08; lagna Kumbha 07:15, Mina 07:33, Mesha 08:14, Vrishabha 09:06, Mithuna 10:33, Karka 12:56, Simha 15:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 17:43) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 17:43) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 15:08–18:09: 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.
- 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
Best day · score S = +11
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:08
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:15–15:08+2 Ravi Yoga 07:15–17:43+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–15:08+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:15–17:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:15–17:43+1 Yoga Harshana 07:15–15:44+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 15:08–07:12 (04.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:08–07:12 (04.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:15–17:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 17:43–07:12 (04.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 17:43–07:12 (04.03)0 Yoga Vajra 15:44–16:470 Ashtami 15:08–07:12 (04.03)−1 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 15:08–17:43
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
At sunrise 07:12
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 13:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 16:24 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 12:54 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:06 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:54 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 13:06 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 13:06 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:24 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 00:08 (05.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:12 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:11 |
| End of twilight | 18:48 |
| Moonrise | 03:27 |
| Moonset | 09:52 |
| Day length | 10 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:06 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:12–16:24) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (16:24–18:11) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 07:12–13:06 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–13:06 Hutashana Yoga 13:06–07:10 (05.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:06–07:10 (05.03)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:12–16:24 Anandadi: Dhumra 16:24–07:10 (05.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:43–22:06
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:15 |
| Godhuli | 18:11–18:37 |
| Pradosha | 18:11–20:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (05.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:05–09:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:04–15:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:12–08:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:57–11:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:52–11:36, 15:15–15:59 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:29–08:10, 09:02–15:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Jyestha until 16:24, Mula from 16:24; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 13:06, Krishna-navami from 13:06; lagna Kumbha 07:12, Mina 07:29, Mesha 08:10, Vrishabha 09:02, Mithuna 10:29, Karka 12:52, Simha 15:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 16:24) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 16:24) — ruin of the family; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:12–13:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 13:06–18:11: 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
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)
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Siddhi 12:54–07:10 (05.03)−1 Hutashana Yoga 13:06–07:10 (05.03)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:06–07:10 (05.03)−1 Ashtami 07:12–13:06−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:12–16:24−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:12–16:24−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–13:06−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:12–13:06
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 11:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 15:13 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 10:10 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:11 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:10 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 11:11 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 11:11 | karana Vanija |
| from 15:13 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 22:17 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:13 |
| End of twilight | 18:50 |
| Moonrise | 04:25 |
| Moonset | 11:01 |
| Day length | 11 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 7, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:11 | from 15:13 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (07:10–15:13) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (15:13–18:13) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–11:11 Hutashana Yoga 11:11–07:07 (06.03)
Anandadi: Sthira 07:10–15:13 Anandadi: Vardhamana 15:13–07:07 (06.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:17–09:24 (06.03); Bhadra Puchha 23:58–01:04 (06.03); Bhadra Mukha 01:04–02:55 (06.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:26–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:13–18:39 |
| Pradosha | 18:13–20:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (06.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:08–10:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:18–12:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:27–16:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:33–09:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:22–10:07, 13:03–13:48 |
| Varjyam | 13:42–15:13, 00:24–01:56 (06.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 15:13–15:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mula until 15:13, Purva-Ashadha from 15:13; tithi Krishna-navami until 11:11, Krishna-dashami from 11:11; lagna Kumbha 07:10, Mina 07:26, Mesha 08:06, Vrishabha 08:58, Mithuna 10:25, Karka 12:49, Simha 15:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 15:13) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 15:13) — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 07:10–11:11: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 10:10–18:13: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:10–10:10+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:10–15:13+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:10–15:13−2 Hutashana Yoga 11:11–07:07 (06.03)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–11:11−2 Rikta tithi 07:10–11:11−3 Vyatipata 10:10–07:07 (06.03)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Festivals | Vijaya Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:07
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 09:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 14:10 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 07:33 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:24 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:33 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 09:24 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 09:24 | karana Bava |
| from 14:10 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 20:34 | karana Balava |
| from 05:04 (07.03) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:07 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:15 |
| End of twilight | 18:52 |
| Moonrise | 05:05 |
| Moonset | 12:22 |
| Day length | 11 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:24 | from 14:10 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (07:07–14:10) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (14:10–18:15) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:07–09:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vijaya Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Magha (Phalguna in North India). “Bestower of victory”: according to legend, Rama observed it before crossing to Lanka.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:24–07:47 (07.03)
Dwadashi ends before the next sunrise — to break the fast on Dwadashi, Smartas fast the day before, on the day Ekadashi begins
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:48–16:03 (07.03)
Vaishnava date: 7.03
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:07–09:24 Hutashana Yoga 09:24–07:05 (07.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:07–14:10 Anandadi: Rakshasa 14:10–07:05 (07.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:17 (05.03)–09:24; Bhadra Puchha 23:58 (05.03)–01:04; Bhadra Mukha 01:04–02:55
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:02–09:47
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:15–18:41 |
| Pradosha | 18:15–20:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (07.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:35–11:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:54–11:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:05–15:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:07–08:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:07–07:52, 07:52–08:36 |
| Varjyam | 21:52–23:25 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 14:10–15:42
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 14:10–15:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 14:10–15:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 14:10, Uttara-Ashadha from 14:10; tithi Krishna-dashami until 09:24, Krishna-ekadashi from 09:24; lagna Kumbha 07:07, Mina 07:22, Mesha 08:02, Vrishabha 08:54, Mithuna 10:21, Karka 12:45, Simha 15:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 14:10) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 14:10) — improved health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 07:07–07:33: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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.
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:07–14:10+1 Yoga Variyana 07:33–05:04 (07.03)0 Auspicious nakshatra 14:10–07:05 (07.03)0 Vyatipata 07:07–07:330 Anandadi: Rakshasa 14:10–07:05 (07.03)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:07–09:24−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:07–14:10−2 Hutashana Yoga 09:24–07:05 (07.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:07–09:24
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Festivals | Vijaya Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 07:05
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 07:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 13:17 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 02:43 (08.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:47 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:47 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:47 | karana Kaulava |
| from 13:17 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 19:03 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:43 (08.03) | yoga Shiva |
| from 06:21 (08.03) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 06:21 (08.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:05 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:17 |
| End of twilight | 18:54 |
| Moonrise | 05:33 |
| Moonset | 13:49 |
| Day length | 11 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:47 | from 13:17 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Ashadha (07:05–13:17) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (13:17–18:17) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Vijaya Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 6.03
Smartas fast the day before so as to break the fast while it is still Dwadashi; Vaishnavas fast on the day when Ekadashi prevails at sunrise.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:05–13:17 Tripushkar Yoga 07:47–13:17
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:05–07:47 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:47–06:21 (08.03) Hutashana Yoga 07:47–06:21 (08.03) Krakacha Yoga 07:47–06:21 (08.03)
Anandadi: Amrita 07:05–07:29 Anandadi: Musala 07:29–14:49 Anandadi: Gada 14:49–07:02 (08.03)
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 | 05:22–06:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:17–18:42 |
| Pradosha | 18:17–20:50 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (08.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:07–08:39, 02:29–04:02 (08.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:53–18:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:41–14:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:29–16:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:47–17:32 |
| Varjyam | 17:10–18:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:18–07:58, 08:51–15:38
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 07:18–07:58, 08:51–15:38 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:18–07:58, 08:51–15:38 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:05–07:58, 08:51–15:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 13:17, Shravana from 13:17; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 07:47, Krishna-dvadashi from 07:47; lagna Kumbha 07:05, Mina 07:18, Mesha 07:58, Vrishabha 08:51, Mithuna 10:17, Karka 12:41, Simha 15:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 13:17) — improved health; Shravana (from 13:17) — bodily development (physical growth); Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:05–13:17+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:05–13:170 Anandadi: Amrita 07:05–07:290 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:47–06:21 (08.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 07:47–06:21 (08.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:05–07:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:47–13:17−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:29–14:49−1 Yoga Parigha 07:05–15:53−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:47–06:21 (08.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — until 12:35 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 07:02
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:10 (09.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 12:35 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 00:33 (09.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:43 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:35 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 17:43 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:33 (09.03) | yoga Siddha |
| from 05:10 (09.03) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 05:10 (09.03) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:02 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:19 |
| End of twilight | 18:56 |
| Moonrise | 05:52 |
| Moonset | 15:17 |
| Day length | 11 h 16 min |
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 12:35 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:02–12:35) is good for sowing.
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, 18:19–20:51
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:02–12:35 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:35–06:59 (09.03)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:02–12:35 Anandadi: Shubha 12:35–06:59 (09.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 05:10–16:41 (09.03); Bhadra Mukha 05:10–07:05 (09.03); Bhadra Puchha 15:34–16:43 (09.03)
- Raja Panchaka: 00:20 (09.03)–14:25 (13.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:20–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:19 |
| Godhuli | 18:19–18:44 |
| Pradosha | 18:19–20:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (09.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:56–03:31 (09.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:27–09:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:16–12:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:05–15:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:48, 15:19–16:04 |
| Varjyam | 16:31–18:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:14–07:55, 08:47–15:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shravana until 12:35, Dhanishtha from 12:35; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Kumbha 07:02, Mina 07:14, Mesha 07:55, Vrishabha 08:47, Mithuna 10:13, Karka 12:37, Simha 15:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 12:35) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 12:35) — longevity (increased vitality); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 12:35
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:02–12:35+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:02–12:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:02–12:35+1 Yoga Shiva 07:02–00:33 (09.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:35–06:59 (09.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Utpata, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:59
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 04:17 (10.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 12:09 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 22:38 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:41 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:09 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 16:41 | karana Shakuni |
| from 22:38 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 04:17 (10.03) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 04:17 (10.03) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:59 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:21 |
| End of twilight | 18:58 |
| Moonrise | 06:07 |
| Moonset | 16:42 |
| Day length | 11 h 21 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 12:09 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (12:09–18:21) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:59–16:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 16:41–18:21: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:59–18:21: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Maha Shivaratri · Shiva
“The Great Night of Shiva” — the marriage of Shiva and Parvati and the appearance of the fiery lingam. Devotees fast all day, keep vigil at night, perform abhisheka of the lingam in each of the four praharas and offer bilva leaves; the main puja is at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–01:04 (10.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata 06:59–12:09 Anandadi: Mrityu 12:09–06:57 (10.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 05:10–16:41; Bhadra Mukha 05:10–07:05; Bhadra Puchha 15:34–16:43
- Raja Panchaka: 00:20–14:25 (13.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:19 |
| Godhuli | 18:21–18:46 |
| Pradosha | 18:21–20:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (10.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:52–06:28 (10.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:31–16:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:50–11:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:40–14:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:16–10:01, 23:23–00:14 (10.03) |
| Varjyam | 19:19–20:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:10–07:51, 08:43–15:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 12:09, Shatabhisha from 12:09; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 06:59, Mina 07:10, Mesha 07:51, Vrishabha 08:43, Mithuna 10:09, Karka 12:33, Simha 15:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 12:09) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 12:09) — gaining strength; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:59–18:21: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 06:59–16:41: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Anandadi: Utpata, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth
+2 Yoga Siddha 06:59–22:38+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:59–12:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Anandadi: Utpata 06:59–12:09−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:59–04:17 (10.03)−3 Bhadra on earth 06:59–16:41
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Festivals | Magha Amavasya |
At sunrise 06:57
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 03:47 (11.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 12:02 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 21:00 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:58 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:02 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 15:58 | karana Naga |
| from 21:00 | yoga Shubha |
| from 03:47 (11.03) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 03:47 (11.03) | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:57 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:23 |
| End of twilight | 19:00 |
| Moonrise | 06:19 |
| Moonset | 18:04 |
| Day length | 11 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (06:57–12:02) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (12:02–18:23) is good for root crops.
- Chatushpada 06:57–15:58: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 15:58–18:23: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Magha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:17–03:47 (11.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 03:47–06:54 (11.03)
Anandadi: Manasa 06:57–12:02 Anandadi: Padma 12:02–06:54 (11.03)
- Raja Panchaka: 00:20 (09.03)–14:25 (13.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:23–04:11 (11.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:16–06:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:23–18:48 |
| Pradosha | 18:23–20:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (11.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:14–05:51 (11.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:40–14:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:23–09:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:14–12:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 18:31–20:08 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:57–15:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 12:02, Purva-Bhadra from 12:02; tithi Amavasya; lagna Kumbha 06:57, Mina 07:06, Mesha 07:47, Vrishabha 08:39, Mithuna 10:06, Karka 12:29, Simha 15:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 12:02) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 12:02) — facing death (dangers); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 06:57–18:23: 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 = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:57–12:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:57–12:02+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:57–21:00+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:02–06:54 (11.03)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Amavasya 06:57–03:47 (11.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
At sunrise 06:54
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 03:45 (12.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 12:20 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:42 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 15:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:20 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 15:42 | karana Bava |
| from 19:42 | yoga Shukla |
| from 03:45 (12.03) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 03:45 (12.03) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:54 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:25 |
| End of twilight | 19:02 |
| Moonrise | 06:30 |
| Moonset | 19:24 |
| Day length | 11 h 30 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 03:47 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:20 |
|---|
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-Bhadra (06:54–12:20) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (12:20–18:25) is good for sowing.
- Kimstughna 06:54–15:42: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chhatra 12:20–06:52 (12.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:54–12:20
- Raja Panchaka: 00:20 (09.03)–14:25 (13.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:14–06:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:25–18:50 |
| Pradosha | 18:25–20:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:03 (12.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:06–15:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:54–08:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:47–11:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:45–11:31, 15:21–16:07 |
| Varjyam | 22:14–23:53 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:02–07:43, 08:35–18:25
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:02–07:43, 08:35–18:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:02–07:43, 08:35–18:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:02–07:43, 08:35–18:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 12:20, Uttara-Bhadra from 12:20; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 06:54, Mina 07:02, Mesha 07:43, Vrishabha 08:35, Mithuna 10:02, Karka 12:25, Simha 15:22, Kanya 18:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 12:20) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 12:20) — a good life; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:54–19:42+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 12:20–06:52 (12.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:20–06:52 (12.03)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:54–12:20−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:54–12:20
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mina Sankranti · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 06:52
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 04:15 (13.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 13:06 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 18:49 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:56 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:06 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 15:56 | karana Kaulava |
| from 18:49 | yoga Brahma |
| from 04:15 (13.03) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 04:15 (13.03) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:52 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:27 |
| End of twilight | 19:04 |
| Moonrise | 06:41 |
| Moonset | 20:43 |
| Day length | 11 h 35 min |
Sky
| Mina Sankranti | 11:47 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:06 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:52–13:06) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (13:06–18:27) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Mina Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Pisces: the second Kharmas of the year (Mina Masa) begins — weddings and housewarmings are not held until Mesha Sankranti.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 11:47–18:11
on the day the Sun enters the sign
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, 18:27–20:43
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:27–20:43
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 13:06–06:49 (13.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:06–06:49 (13.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–04:15 (13.03)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:52–13:06 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 13:06–06:49 (13.03)
- Raja Panchaka: 00:20 (09.03)–14:25 (13.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:12–06:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:22 |
| Godhuli | 18:27–18:52 |
| Pradosha | 18:27–20:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (13.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:09–09:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:13–12:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:33–17:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:19–09:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:11–09:57, 13:03–13:49 |
| Varjyam | 01:46–03:27 (13.03) |
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 06:58–07:39, 08:31–15:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 13:06, Revati from 13:06; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 06:52, Mina 06:58, Mesha 07:39, Vrishabha 08:31, Mithuna 09:58, Karka 12:21, Simha 15:19, Kanya 18:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 13:06) — a good life; Revati (from 13:06) — increase in property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 11:47 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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: Sankranti day
+2 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 13:06–06:49 (13.03)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:52–13:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:52–13:06+1 Yoga Shukla 06:52–18:49+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:52–04:15 (13.03)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:52–04:15 (13.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Sankranti day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:49
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 05:21 (14.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 14:25 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 18:23 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 16:44 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:25 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 16:44 | karana Gara |
| from 18:23 | yoga Indra |
| from 05:21 (14.03) | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 05:21 (14.03) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:49 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:29 |
| End of twilight | 19:06 |
| Moonrise | 06:54 |
| Moonset | 22:01 |
| Day length | 11 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:25 |
|---|
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, Revati (06:49–14:25) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:25–06:47 (14.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:21–06:47 (14.03)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:49–14:25
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:49–14:25 Anandadi: Saumya 14:25–06:47 (14.03)
- Raja Panchaka: 00:20 (09.03)–14:25
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:02–20:50
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:10–06:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:29–18:54 |
| Pradosha | 18:29–20:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (14.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:53–13:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:44–11:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:07–15:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:49–08:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:49–07:36, 07:36–08:22 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Revati until 14:25, Ashwini from 14:25; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Kumbha 06:49, Mina 06:54, Mesha 07:35, Vrishabha 08:27, Mithuna 09:54, Karka 12:17, Simha 15:15, Kanya 18:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 14:25) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 14:25) — joy; 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.
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:49–18:23+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 06:49–14:25+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:49–14:25+1 Auspicious tithi 06:49–05:21 (14.03)+1 Ravi Yoga 14:25–06:47 (14.03)0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 06:49–14:25−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:49–14:25
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — until 16:18 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:47
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:01 (15.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 16:18 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 18:24 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 18:07 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:18 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 18:07 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:24 | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:47 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:31 |
| End of twilight | 19:08 |
| Moonrise | 07:08 |
| Moonset | 23:18 |
| Day length | 11 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (16:18–18:31) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:07–18:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:28–13:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:47–16:18 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–16:18
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:18–06:44 (15.03)
Anandadi: Ananda 06:47–16:18 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:18–06:44 (15.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 18:07–07:01 (15.03); Bhadra Mukha 18:11–20:19; Bhadra Puchha 05:44–07:01 (15.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:08–05:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:31–18:56 |
| Pradosha | 18:31–20:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (15.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:32–10:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:03–18:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:39–14:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:35–17:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:57–17:44 |
| Varjyam | 11:59–13:43, 02:52–04:38 (15.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:50–07:31, 08:23–15:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashwini until 16:18, Bharani from 16:18; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 06:47, Mina 06:50, Mesha 07:31, Vrishabha 08:23, Mithuna 09:50, Karka 12:13, Simha 15:11, Kanya 18:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 16:18) — joy; Bharani (from 16:18) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:47–18:31: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 18:24–18:31: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 16:18
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–16:18+2 Yoga Indra 06:47–18:24+2 Ravi Yoga 06:47–16:18+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:47–16:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:47–16:180 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vaidhriti 18:24–06:44 (15.03)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 18:07–06:44 (15.03)0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:18–06:44 (15.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:18–06:44 (15.03)−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:18–06:44 (15.03)−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:44
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:01 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 18:43 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 18:49 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:01 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:01 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 07:01 | karana Bava |
| from 18:43 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 18:49 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 20:02 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:44 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:33 |
| End of twilight | 19:10 |
| Moonrise | 07:26 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 11 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 6, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:01 |
|---|
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, Bharani (06:44–18:33) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:44–07:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 18:43–20:06
Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:01–18:43
Anandadi: Chara 06:44–18:43 Anandadi: Sthira 18:43–06:41 (16.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 18:07 (14.03)–07:01; Bhadra Mukha 18:11–20:19 (14.03); Bhadra Puchha 05:44–07:01
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:06–05:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:33–18:58 |
| Pradosha | 18:33–20:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (16.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:26–15:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:13–09:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:10–12:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:07–15:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:50, 15:24–16:12 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:46–18:33 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 07:01, Shukla-panchami from 07:01; lagna Kumbha 06:44, Mina 06:46, Mesha 07:27, Vrishabha 08:19, Mithuna 09:46, Karka 12:09, Simha 15:07, Kanya 18:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:44–07:01: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 06:44–18:33: 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 = −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: Vaidhriti
+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:44–18:43+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:01–06:41 (16.03)0 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:44–07:01−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:44–18:43−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:01–18:43−2 Rikta tithi 06:44–07:01−3 Vaidhriti 06:44–18:49
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious tithi; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Gada |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 06:41
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 09:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 21:33 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 19:35 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:11 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:11 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 09:11 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:35 | yoga Priti |
| from 21:33 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 22:24 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:41 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:35 |
| End of twilight | 19:12 |
| Moonrise | 07:50 |
| Moonset | 00:31 |
| Day length | 11 h 54 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 6, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:11 |
|---|
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, Krittika (06:41–18:35) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 09:11–06:39 (17.03)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:41–21:33 Ravi Yoga 21:33–06:39 (17.03)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:41–09:11 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:11–06:39 (17.03) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 21:33–06:39 (17.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 21:33–06:39 (17.03) Anandadi: Gada 06:41–21:33
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:45–09:37
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:04–05:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:35–19:00 |
| Pradosha | 18:35–21:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (17.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:52–20:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:37–17:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:40–11:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:38–14:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:04–09:52, 23:25–00:13 (17.03) |
| Varjyam | 08:08–09:55 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:42–07:23, 08:15–09:11
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 | average 06:42–07:23, 08:15–09:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:42–07:23, 08:15–09:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:42–07:23, 08:15–15:03, 18:04–18:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-panchami until 09:11, Shukla-shashti from 09:11; lagna Kumbha 06:41, Mina 06:42, Mesha 07:23, Vrishabha 08:15, Mithuna 09:42, Karka 12:05, Simha 15:03, Kanya 18:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:41–21:33+1 Auspicious tithi 06:41–09:110 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:41–09:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:11–06:39 (17.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:41–21:33−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:39
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 11:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 00:37 (18.03) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:32 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:41 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:41 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 11:41 | karana Gara |
| from 20:32 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 00:37 (18.03) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 01:00 (18.03) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:39 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:37 |
| End of twilight | 19:14 |
| Moonrise | 08:23 |
| Moonset | 01:39 |
| Day length | 11 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:41 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (06:39–18:37) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:39–00:37 (18.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:41–06:36 (18.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:39–11:41
Anandadi: Shubha 06:39–00:37 (18.03) Anandadi: Amrita 00:37–06:36 (18.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:02–05:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:26 |
| Godhuli | 18:37–19:01 |
| Pradosha | 18:37–21:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (18.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:00–22:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:38–14:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:09–09:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:08–12:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 15:35–17:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:41–14:59, 18:00–18:37
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 11:41–14:59, 18:00–18:37 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 11:41–14:59, 18:00–18:37 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:39–07:19, 08:11–14:59, 18:00–18:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-shashti until 11:41, Shukla-saptami from 11:41; lagna Mina 06:39, Mesha 07:19, Vrishabha 08:11, Mithuna 09:38, Karka 12:01, Simha 14:59, Kanya 18:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +12
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 06:39–00:37 (18.03)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:41–06:36 (18.03)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:39–00:37 (18.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:39–00:37 (18.03)+1 Yoga Priti 06:39–20:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:41–06:36 (18.03)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:39–11:41 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
At sunrise 06:36
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 14:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 03:41 (19.03) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 21:31 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 14:19 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:19 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 14:19 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:31 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 03:36 (19.03) | karana Bava |
| from 03:41 (19.03) | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:36 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:39 |
| End of twilight | 19:16 |
| Moonrise | 09:07 |
| Moonset | 02:37 |
| Day length | 12 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:19 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (06:36–18:39) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:19–18:39: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 14:19–06:33 (19.03) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:19–06:33 (19.03)
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:36–03:41 (19.03) Anandadi: Kana 03:41–06:33 (19.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 14:19–03:36 (19.03); Bhadra Puchha 16:18–17:38; Bhadra Mukha 17:38–19:50
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:00–05:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:39–19:03 |
| Pradosha | 18:39–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (19.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:45–19:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:08–15:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:36–08:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:37–11:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:37–11:25, 15:27–16:15 |
| Varjyam | 06:56–08:44 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:19
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 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:36–07:15, 08:07–14:55, 17:56–18:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-saptami until 14:19, Shukla-ashtami from 14:19; lagna Mina 06:36, Mesha 07:15, Vrishabha 08:07, Mithuna 09:34, Karka 11:57, Simha 14:55, Kanya 17:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 14:19–18:39: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −2
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:36–03:41 (19.03)+1 Yoga Ayushman 06:36–21:31+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:36–14:190 Holashtak0 Kharmas0 Ashtami 14:19–06:33 (19.03)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:19–06:33 (19.03)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:19–03:36 (19.03)−1 Krakacha Yoga 14:19–06:33 (19.03)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:36–03:41 (19.03)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 06:33
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 16:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 06:29 (20.03) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 22:21 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:49 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:49 | tithi Shukla-navami |
|---|---|
| from 16:49 | karana Balava |
| from 22:21 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 05:55 (20.03) | karana Kaulava |
| from 06:29 (20.03) | nakshatra Punarvasu |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:33 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:42 |
| End of twilight | 19:18 |
| Moonrise | 10:04 |
| Moonset | 03:24 |
| Day length | 12 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:49 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:19 (18.03)–16:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:29–06:31 (20.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:29–06:31 (20.03)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:33–16:49 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:49–06:31 (20.03)
Anandadi: Padma 06:33–06:29 (20.03) Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:29–06:31 (20.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:58–05:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:42–19:05 |
| Pradosha | 18:42–21:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (20.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:19–21:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:06–12:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:40–17:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:04–09:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:59–09:48, 13:02–13:50 |
| Varjyam | 13:04–14:51 |
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 | good 06:33–07:11, 08:03–14:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 16:49, Shukla-navami from 16:49; lagna Mina 06:33, Mesha 07:11, Vrishabha 08:03, Mithuna 09:30, Karka 11:54, Simha 14:51, Kanya 17:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:33–16:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 16:49–18:42: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Padma 06:33–06:29 (20.03)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:33–22:21+1 Auspicious weekday0 Holashtak0 Kharmas0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:49–06:31 (20.03)−1 Ashtami 06:33–16:49−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:33–06:29 (20.03)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:33–16:49
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
At sunrise 06:31
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 18:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 08:48 (21.03) more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 22:50 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 18:54 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:54 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 18:54 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:50 | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:31 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:44 |
| End of twilight | 19:21 |
| Moonrise | 11:11 |
| Moonset | 03:59 |
| Day length | 12 h 12 min |
Sky
| Vernal equinox | 08:13 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:31–18:44) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–18:54 Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:54–06:28 (21.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:56–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:44–19:07 |
| Pradosha | 18:44–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (21.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:10–07:55 (21.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:34–11:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:31–08:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:31–07:20, 07:20–08:09 |
| Varjyam | 19:38–21:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Mina 06:31, Mesha 07:07, Vrishabha 07:59, Mithuna 09:26, Karka 11:50, Simha 14:47, Kanya 17:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 06:31–18:44: 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–18:54+1 Anandadi: Chhatra all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:31–22:500 Holashtak0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 06:31–18:54
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 08:48 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
At sunrise 06:28
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 20:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 08:48 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 22:51 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:43 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:43 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 08:48 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 20:22 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 20:22 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:51 | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:28 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:46 |
| End of twilight | 19:23 |
| Moonrise | 12:25 |
| Moonset | 04:25 |
| Day length | 12 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:48 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:28–08:48) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:48–18:46) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day Ravi Pushya Yoga 08:48–06:26 (22.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:48–06:26 (22.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:22–06:26 (22.03)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:28–08:48 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:48–06:26 (22.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:56–20:46
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:54–05:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:46–19:09 |
| Pradosha | 18:46–21:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (22.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:10–07:55, 03:35–05:18 (22.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:13–18:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:37–14:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:41–17:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:07–17:56 |
| Varjyam | 17:20–19:03 |
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 06:28–07:03, 07:55–14:43, 17:44–18:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 08:48, Pushya from 08:48; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Mina 06:28, Mesha 07:03, Vrishabha 07:55, Mithuna 09:22, Karka 11:46, Simha 14:43, Kanya 17:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 08:48) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 08:48) — increase in wealth; Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +10
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 08:48
+4 Ravi Pushya Yoga 08:48–06:26 (22.03)+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Pushya 08:48–06:26 (22.03)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:48–06:26 (22.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:28–20:220 Holashtak0 Kharmas
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
| Festivals | Amalaki Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:26
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 21:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 10:26 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 22:16 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:49 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:49 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 10:26 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 21:04 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 21:04 | karana Bava |
| from 22:16 | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:26 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:48 |
| End of twilight | 19:25 |
| Moonrise | 13:44 |
| Moonset | 04:45 |
| Day length | 12 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (06:26–10:26) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:49–18:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Amalaki Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Phalguna, dedicated to the amalaki (amla) tree, in which, according to legend, Vishnu resides. Devotees worship the amla tree and fast.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:22 (21.03)–21:04
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:23–08:52 (23.03)
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:26–10:26 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:26–10:26
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:26–21:04 Krakacha Yoga 06:26–21:04 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 21:04–06:23 (23.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:04–06:23 (23.03)
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:26–10:26 Anandadi: Saumya 10:26–06:23 (23.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 08:49–21:04; Bhadra Puchha 13:40–14:54; Bhadra Mukha 14:54–16:57
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:09–17:23 (23.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:52–05:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 18:48–19:11 |
| Pradosha | 18:48–21:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (23.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:58–09:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:04–12:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:09–15:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:51, 15:30–16:19 |
| Varjyam | 23:41–01:21 (23.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:26–06:59, 07:52–08:49
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:26–06:59, 07:52–08:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:26–08:49 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:26–06:59, 07:52–08:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:26–06:59, 07:52–10:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Pushya until 10:26, Ashlesha from 10:26; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Mina 06:26, Mesha 06:59, Vrishabha 07:52, Mithuna 09:18, Karka 11:42, Simha 14:39, Kanya 17:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 10:26) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 10:26) — physical affliction (suffering); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 08:49–18:48: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:26–10:26+2 Pushya 06:26–10:26+2 Ravi Yoga 06:26–10:26+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 06:26–10:26+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:26–22:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:26–21:040 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:26–21:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Holashtak0 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:26–06:23 (23.03)−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:26–21:04−3 Bhadra on earth 08:49–21:04
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
At sunrise 06:23
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 20:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 11:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 21:03 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:07 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:07 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 11:17 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 20:58 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 20:58 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:03 | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:23 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:50 |
| End of twilight | 19:27 |
| Moonrise | 15:05 |
| Moonset | 05:00 |
| Day length | 12 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 3, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:17 |
|---|
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, Magha (11:17–18:50) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:23–11:17 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:58–06:20 (24.03)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:23–11:17
Anandadi: Ananda 06:23–11:17 Anandadi: Kaladanda 11:17–06:20 (24.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:09–17:23
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:50–05:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 18:50–19:13 |
| Pradosha | 18:50–21:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (24.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:38–11:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:43–17:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:30–11:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:36–14:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:52–09:42, 23:26–00:12 (24.03) |
| Varjyam | 23:20–00:56 (24.03) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 11:17, Magha from 11:17; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Mina 06:23, Mesha 06:56, Vrishabha 07:48, Mithuna 09:14, Karka 11:38, Simha 14:35, Kanya 17:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 11:17) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 11:17) — loss of property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:23–11:17+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:23–11:17+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:23–21:030 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:23–11:17 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Holashtak0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 11:17–06:20 (24.03)−1 Gandanta 06:23–17:23−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:23–11:17
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — after 11:22 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 06:20
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 20:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 11:22 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 19:14 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:38 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:38 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 11:22 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 19:14 | yoga Ganda |
| from 20:05 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 20:05 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:20 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:52 |
| End of twilight | 19:29 |
| Moonrise | 16:28 |
| Moonset | 05:14 |
| Day length | 12 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (06:20–11:22) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (11:22–18:52) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:52–20:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:22–06:18 (25.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:20–20:05
Anandadi: Chara 06:20–11:22 Anandadi: Sthira 11:22–06:18 (25.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:48–05:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 18:52–19:14 |
| Pradosha | 18:52–21:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (25.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:58–10:34, 04:31–06:04 (25.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:36–14:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:54–09:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:02–12:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 19:10–20:43 |
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 06:20–06:52, 07:44–14:31, 17:32–18:52 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Magha until 11:22, Purva-Phalguni from 11:22; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Mina 06:20, Mesha 06:52, Vrishabha 07:44, Mithuna 09:11, Karka 11:34, Simha 14:31, Kanya 17:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 11:22) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 11:22) — ill health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:22
+2 Ravi Yoga 11:22–06:18 (25.03)+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:20–11:22+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:20–20:050 Holashtak0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:20–20:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:20–11:22
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas · Holashtak |
| Festivals | Holika Dahan |
At sunrise 06:18
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 18:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 10:44 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 16:51 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:23 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:23 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 10:44 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 16:51 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 18:31 | tithi Purnima |
| from 18:31 | karana Vishti |
| from 05:31 (26.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:18 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:54 |
| End of twilight | 19:31 |
| Moonrise | 17:53 |
| Moonset | 05:26 |
| Day length | 12 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 6, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:44 | from 18:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (06:18–10:44) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (10:44–18:54) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:31–18:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:18–18:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Holika Dahan · Narasimha and Prahlada
On the evening of the full moon of Phalguna the bonfire of Holika is burnt — in memory of Prahlada’s rescue from the fire in which the demoness Holika perished. The bonfire is lit in Pradosha, avoiding Bhadra.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 01:38–02:43 (26.03)
Bhadra lasts past midnight — the rite is performed in Bhadra Puchha
Bhadra Puchha: 01:38–02:43 (26.03)
Bhadra Mukha (avoid): 02:43–04:32 (26.03)
- Kharmas
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:18–10:44 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:31–06:15 (26.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:18–18:31 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:44–06:15 (26.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 10:44–06:15 (26.03) Anandadi: Gada 06:18–10:44
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:31–05:31 (26.03); Bhadra Puchha 01:38–02:43 (26.03); Bhadra Mukha 02:43–04:32 (26.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:46–05:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:32 |
| Godhuli | 18:54–19:16 |
| Pradosha | 18:54–21:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (26.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:40–04:12 (26.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:10–15:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:18–07:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:27–11:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:30–11:20, 15:32–16:22 |
| Varjyam | 17:34–19:05 |
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 18:31–18:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 10:44, Uttara-Phalguni from 10:44; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 18:31, Purnima from 18:31; lagna Mina 06:18, Mesha 06:48, Vrishabha 07:40, Mithuna 09:07, Karka 11:30, Simha 14:27, Kanya 17:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 10:44) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 10:44) — destruction of all diseases; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:18–18:31: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 18:31–18:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:18–10:44+1 Anandadi: Matanga 10:44–06:15 (26.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:44–06:15 (26.03)0 Yoga Vriddhi 16:51–06:15 (26.03)0 Holashtak0 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:31–06:15 (26.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 18:31–05:31 (26.03)−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:18–10:44−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:18–10:44−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:18–18:31−2 Rikta tithi 06:18–18:31−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:44–06:15 (26.03)
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 — Anandadi: Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 09:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Holi (Dhulandi) · Phalguna Purnima |
At sunrise 06:15
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 16:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 09:30 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 14:01 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:23 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:30 | nakshatra Hasta |
|---|---|
| from 14:01 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 16:23 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 16:23 | karana Balava |
| from 03:09 (27.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:15 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:56 |
| End of twilight | 19:33 |
| Moonrise | 19:20 |
| Moonset | 05:38 |
| Day length | 12 h 40 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 16:23 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:30 | from 16:23 |
|---|
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 (06:15–09:30) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (09:30–18:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Holi (Dhulandi) · Krishna and Radha
The spring festival of colours: on the day after Holika Dahan people shower each other with coloured powders and drench each other with water; grievances and caste distinctions are forgotten.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
Phalguna Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Phalguna: Holika Dahan is timed to it (by the rule of Pradosha free of Bhadra — sometimes on the eve); Gaura Purnima (the appearance of Chaitanya), Lakshmi Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:31 (25.03)–16:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:23–06:13 (27.03)
Anandadi: Shubha 06:15–09:30 Anandadi: Amrita 09:30–06:13 (27.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:01–16:45
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:44–05:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:56–19:18 |
| Pradosha | 18:56–21:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (27.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:14–03:43 (27.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:00–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:46–17:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:50–09:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:47–09:38, 13:01–13:51 |
| Varjyam | 17:19–18:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:23–18:56
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 16:23–18:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:23–18:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:15–06:44, 07:36–14:24, 17:25–18:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 09:30, Hasta from 09:30; tithi Purnima until 16:23, Krishna-pratipat from 16:23; lagna Mina 06:15, Mesha 06:44, Vrishabha 07:36, Mithuna 09:03, Karka 11:26, Simha 14:24, Kanya 17:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 09:30) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 09:30) — imparting radiance (to the person); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 06:15–16:23: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 09:30
+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:15–09:30+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:15–09:30+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:15–14:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:23–06:13 (27.03)0 Auspicious tithi 16:23–06:13 (27.03)0 Kharmas
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhruva; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:13
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 13:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 07:49 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 10:50 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:51 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:49 | nakshatra Chitra |
|---|---|
| from 10:50 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 13:51 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 13:51 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:28 (28.03) | karana Gara |
| from 05:50 (28.03) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:13 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:58 |
| End of twilight | 19:35 |
| Moonrise | 20:51 |
| Moonset | 05:52 |
| Day length | 12 h 45 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:49 | from 13:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (06:13–07:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:49–18:58) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 13:51–05:50 (28.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:50–06:10 (28.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:50–06:10 (28.03)
Yamaghanta 06:13–07:49
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:50–06:10 (28.03) Anandadi: Mrityu 06:13–07:49 Anandadi: Kana 07:49–05:50 (28.03)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:42–05:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 18:58–19:20 |
| Pradosha | 18:58–21:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (28.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:58–01:26 (28.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:24–10:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:11–15:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:13–07:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:13–07:04, 07:04–07:55 |
| Varjyam | 15:09–16:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:13–06:40, 07:32–14:20, 17:21–18:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:13–06:40, 07:32–14:20, 17:21–18:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:13–06:40, 07:32–14:20, 17:21–18:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:13–06:40, 07:32–18:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Hasta until 07:49, Chitra from 07:49; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 13:51, Krishna-dvitya from 13:51; lagna Mina 06:13, Mesha 06:40, Vrishabha 07:32, Mithuna 08:59, Karka 11:22, Simha 14:20, Kanya 17:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 07:49) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 07:49) — improvement of well-being; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:13–07:49+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:13–10:50+1 Auspicious tithi 06:13–13:510 Dwipushkar Yoga 13:51–05:50 (28.03)0 Kharmas0 Yoga Vyaghata 10:50–13:550 Yamaghanta 06:13–07:490 Surya Dagdha tithi 13:51–06:10 (28.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Anandadi: Kana 07:49–05:50 (28.03)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious tithi; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Anandadi: Lumbaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:10
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 11:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 03:43 (29.03) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 07:26 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:03 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:26 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 11:03 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 11:03 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:37 | karana Vishti |
| from 03:43 (29.03) | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 03:56 (29.03) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:10 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:00 |
| End of twilight | 19:37 |
| Moonrise | 22:24 |
| Moonset | 06:08 |
| Day length | 12 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:03 |
|---|
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 (06:10–19:00) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:10–03:43 (29.03) Anandadi: Utpata 03:43–06:07 (29.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:37–08:10 (29.03); Bhadra Puchha 04:29–05:32 (29.03); Bhadra Mukha 05:32–07:18 (29.03)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:40–05:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 19:00–19:22 |
| Pradosha | 19:00–21:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (29.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:42–21:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:23–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:47–17:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:17–18:08 |
| Varjyam | 10:56–12:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:10–06:36, 07:28–19:00
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:10–06:36, 07:28–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:10–06:36, 07:28–14:16, 17:17–19:00 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:10–06:36, 07:28–19:00 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 11:03, Krishna-tritya from 11:03; lagna Mina 06:10, Mesha 06:36, Vrishabha 07:28, Mithuna 08:55, Karka 11:18, Simha 14:16, Kanya 17:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:10–03:43 (29.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:10–11:03+1 Yoga Harshana 07:26–03:56 (29.03)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:10–03:43 (29.03)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:10–11:03
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) |
At sunrise 06:07
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 08:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 01:38 (30.03) more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 00:27 (30.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:10 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:10 | tithi Krishna-chaturti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 08:10 | karana Bava |
| from 18:45 | karana Balava |
| from 00:27 (30.03) | yoga Siddhi |
| from 01:38 (30.03) | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 05:20 (30.03) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 05:20 (30.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:07 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:02 |
| End of twilight | 19:39 |
| Moonrise | 23:54 |
| Moonset | 06:31 |
| Day length | 12 h 54 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 08:10 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (06:07–19:02) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:07–08:10: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) · 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, 23:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:38–06:05 (30.03)
Yamaghanta 06:07–01:38 (30.03)
Anandadi: Mitra 06:07–01:38 (30.03) Anandadi: Manasa 01:38–06:05 (30.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:37 (28.03)–08:10; Bhadra Puchha 04:29–05:32; Bhadra Mukha 05:32–07:18
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:38–05:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:02–19:24 |
| Pradosha | 19:02–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (30.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:36–19:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:44–09:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:58–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:11–15:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:00–13:52, 15:35–16:27 |
| Varjyam | 08:50–10:18, 05:18–06:47 (30.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:07–08:10
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:07–08:10 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:07–06:32, 07:24–08:10 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:07–08:10 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:07–14:12, 17:13–19:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-tritya until 08:10, Krishna-chaturti from 08:10; lagna Mina 06:07, Mesha 06:32, Vrishabha 07:24, Mithuna 08:51, Karka 11:14, Simha 14:12, Kanya 17:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 08:10–19:02: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −4
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:07–01:38 (30.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:07–08:100 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:07–08:10−2 Rikta tithi 08:10–05:20 (30.03)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Yamaghanta 06:07–01:38 (30.03)
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 Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rang Panchami |
At sunrise 06:05
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 02:40 (31.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 23:41 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 21:05 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:59 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:59 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 21:05 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 23:41 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:40 (31.03) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 02:40 (31.03) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:05 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:04 |
| End of twilight | 19:41 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 07:03 |
| Day length | 12 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (06:05–19:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Rang Panchami · Krishna and Radha
The fifth day after Holi: people play with colours again (Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh), invoking the deities and purifying the atmosphere.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:20–02:40 (31.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:05–02:40 (31.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:40–06:02 (31.03)
Anandadi: Vajra 06:05–23:41 Anandadi: Mudgara 23:41–06:02 (31.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:19–03:01 (31.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:36–05:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:04–19:26 |
| Pradosha | 19:04–21:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (31.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:08–15:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:49–17:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:19–10:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:40–09:32, 23:27–00:11 (31.03) |
| Varjyam | 05:18–06:47, 04:53–06:22 (31.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:05–06:28, 07:20–14:08, 17:09–19:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:05–06:28, 07:20–14:08, 17:09–19:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:05–06:28, 07:20–14:08, 17:09–19:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Mina 06:05, Mesha 06:28, Vrishabha 07:20, Mithuna 08:47, Karka 11:10, Simha 14:08, Kanya 17:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:05–21:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:05–23:41+1 Auspicious tithi 06:05–02:40 (31.03)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Vajra 06:05–23:41−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:05–02:40 (31.03)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1801 · Vikram 1936 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:02
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:15 (01.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 21:59 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 17:55 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:25 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:25 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 17:55 | yoga Variyana |
| from 21:59 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 00:15 (01.04) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 00:15 (01.04) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:02 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:06 |
| End of twilight | 19:43 |
| Moonrise | 01:15 |
| Moonset | 07:50 |
| Day length | 13 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (06:02–19:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 21:59–05:59 (01.04) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:15–05:59 (01.04)
Yamaghanta 21:59–05:59 (01.04) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 00:15–05:59 (01.04)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 21:59–05:59 (01.04) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:02–21:59
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:15–11:09 (01.04); Bhadra Puchha 04:37–05:43 (01.04); Bhadra Mukha 05:43–07:32 (01.04)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:23–03:36 (01.04)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:34–05:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:37 |
| Godhuli | 19:06–19:27 |
| Pradosha | 19:06–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (01.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:48–15:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:40–09:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:56–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Varjyam | 04:53–06:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:55–19:06
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 17:55–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:55–19:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:02–06:24, 07:16–14:04, 17:05–19:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Mina 06:02, Mesha 06:24, Vrishabha 07:16, Mithuna 08:43, Karka 11:06, Simha 14:04, Kanya 17:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 06:02–17:55: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Vyatipata
+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Variyana 17:55–05:59 (01.04)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:02–21:59−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:02–21:59−3 Vyatipata 06:02–17:55
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Khara (No. 25)
Shaka Samvat 1801 · Vikram Samvat 1936 · Kali Yuga 4980
Next year — Vikrama, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 9.04.1880
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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: 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.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 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-panchami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’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.
“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.
“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.
“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.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “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
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: 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)
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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: 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)
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: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
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 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
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Rikta. Deity: 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: 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)
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: 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 Mula
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
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Purna. Deity: 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: 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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: 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
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
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).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Began on a Monday: considered relatively favourable for dealings with the authorities, government service and property.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The 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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Auspicious (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: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
−1 — unfavourable 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: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Especially auspicious: 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.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
Auspicious: 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): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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 Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Especially auspicious: 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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — 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: 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: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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
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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, 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.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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
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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
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
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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)
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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Eight days before Holika Dahan (bright half of Phalguna): in North India weddings and samskaras are not held.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The eight days before Holika Dahan (from the 8th tithi of the bright half of Phalguna to the full moon): weddings and other samskaras are not performed (North India).
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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: 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): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
A Sunday when the Moon is in Pushya. Very favourable for purchases, preparing medicines and medical treatment, beginning studies and mantra practice.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: 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: 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): 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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: 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: 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): 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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: 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): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Inauspicious: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
sowing seeds, any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
digging, plowing, planting trees
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground