March 2132 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Phalguna (until 17.03), Chaitra (from 18.03). Periods: until 1.03 — Holashtak; from 16.03 — Kharmas; 18–25.03 — Chaitra Navaratri (spring). Major festivals: 1.03 Holika Dahan; 2.03 Holi (Dhulandi); 18.03 Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year; 18.03 Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana; 25.03 Rama Navami; 31.03 Hanuman Jayanti.
Icons this month (23)
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
- 7.03 Fri — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra after 10:10
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal. - 14.03 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 18.03 Tue — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi
Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 20.03 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra, Anandadi: Manasa until 10:14
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 22.03 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja after 11:28
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 26.03 Wed — Ravi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Matanga after 07:08
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 1.03 Sat Holika Dahan
- 1.03 Sat Phalguna Purnima
- 2.03 Sun Holi (Dhulandi)
- 5.03 Wed Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra)
- 7.03 Fri Rang Panchami
- 9.03 Sun Kalashtami
- 10.03 Mon Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda)
- 13.03 Thu Papmochani Ekadashi
- 15.03 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 15.03 Sat Masik Shivaratri
- 16.03 Sun Mina Sankranti
- 17.03 Mon Phalguna Amavasya
- 17.03 Mon Somvati Amavasya
- 18.03 Tue Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year
- 18.03 Tue Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 18.03 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 20.03 Thu Gangaur
- 20.03 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 22.03 Sat Skanda Shashti
- 22.03 Sat Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti)
- 24.03 Mon Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri
- 25.03 Tue Rama Navami
- 27.03 Thu Kamada Ekadashi
- 28.03 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 29.03 Sat Mahavir Jayanti
- 31.03 Mon Hanuman Jayanti
- 31.03 Mon Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami)
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:34–07:15 (03.03)
- 2.03 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 05:03–07:15 (03.03)
- 14.03 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–23:20
- 18.03 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–19:15
- 20.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:31–15:15
- 22.03 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03)
- 22.03 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03)
- 23.03 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 09:55–00:26 (24.03)
- 24.03 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:20–08:40
- 24.03 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:20–08:40
- 27.03 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:13–06:51
- 27.03 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 06:13–06:51
- 27.03 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:13–06:51
- 30.03 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:02–06:02 (31.03)
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
- 1.03 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 5.03 Wed — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 11.03 Tue — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 16.03 Sun — Krishna Chaturdashi, Sankranti day, Panchaka
- 17.03 Mon — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 21.03 Fri — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 27.03 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 28.03 Fri — Anandadi: Kana, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Sky this month
- 2.03 Full moon (Purnima) 05:12
- 16.03 Mina Sankranti 02:51 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces)
- 17.03 New moon (Amavasya) 18:08
- 20.03 Vernal equinox 10:26
- 31.03 Full moon (Purnima) 19:52
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 1.03 Holashtak
- from 16.03 Kharmas
- 18–25.03 Chaitra Navaratri (spring)
- 15.03 11:21 – 19.03 17:17 Mrityu Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Khara (No. 25, “harsh, severe”) — A harsh year: hardship, privation and hard toil. more
Nandana (No. 26, “delighting”) — A joyful year: happiness in families, well-being, festivities. more
Northern samvatsara: Parabhava. Shaka Samvat 2054, Vikram Samvat 2189, Kali Yuga 5233.
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more
Chaitra (Madhu) — Beginning of the lunar year and of spring: Ugadi (Gudi Padwa), Chaitra Navaratri, Rama Navami, Hanuman Jayanti. A time of renewal and new vows. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes · after 2100, times are approximate: the ΔT correction for such dates is unknown
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Period | Holashtak |
| Festivals | Holika Dahan · Phalguna Purnima |
At sunrise 07:20
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 05:12 (02.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 00:12 (02.03) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 08:47 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:28 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:47 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 17:28 | karana Bava |
| from 00:12 (02.03) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 05:12 (02.03) | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 05:12 (02.03) | karana Balava |
| from 07:09 (02.03) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:20 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:04 |
| End of twilight | 18:41 |
| Moonrise | 17:00 |
| Moonset | 07:42 |
| Day length | 10 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:20–18:04) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:20–17:28: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 18:04–20:43
the tithi is free of Bhadra at the decisive time
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 05:49–05:12 (02.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Holashtak
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:20–05:12 (02.03)
Anandadi: Padma 07:20–00:12 (02.03) Anandadi: Lumbaka 00:12–07:17 (02.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 05:49–17:28; Bhadra Puchha 13:25–14:35; Bhadra Mukha 14:35–16:32
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:49–05:36 (02.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:33–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:29–15:12 |
| Godhuli | 18:04–18:30 |
| Pradosha | 18:04–20:43 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (02.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:49–23:24 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:01–11:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:02–15:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:20–08:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:20–08:03, 08:03–08:46 |
| Varjyam | 12:14–13:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Purnima; lagna Kumbha 07:20, Mina 07:46, Mesha 08:27, Vrishabha 09:22, Mithuna 10:55, Karka 13:24, Simha 16:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 07:20–18:04: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 07:20–17:28: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:20–00:12 (02.03)+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:47–07:09 (02.03)0 Holashtak−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:20–00:12 (02.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:20–05:12 (02.03)−3 Bhadra on earth 07:20–17:28
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Holi (Dhulandi) |
At sunrise 07:17
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 05:03 (03.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 00:34 (03.03) more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 05:54 (03.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 17:04 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:04 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 00:34 (03.03) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 05:03 (03.03) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 05:03 (03.03) | karana Taitila |
| from 05:54 (03.03) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:17 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:06 |
| End of twilight | 18:43 |
| Moonrise | 18:21 |
| Moonset | 07:59 |
| Day length | 10 h 48 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 05:12 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 4, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:17–18:06) is good for root crops.
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
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:34–07:15 (03.03) Tripushkar Yoga 05:03–07:15 (03.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:17–05:03 (03.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:17–00:34 (03.03) Anandadi: Mitra 00:34–07:15 (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 | 05:31–06:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:06–18:32 |
| Pradosha | 18:06–20:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:07 (03.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:04–19:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:45–18:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:42–14:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:24–16:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:39–17:23 |
| Varjyam | 08:19–09:57 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 07:17, Mina 07:42, Mesha 08:24, Vrishabha 09:18, Mithuna 10:51, Karka 13:20, Simha 16:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:17–00:34 (03.03)+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:17–05:54 (03.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:17–05:03 (03.03)0 Tripushkar Yoga 05:03–07:15 (03.03)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:17–00:34 (03.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:17–05:03 (03.03)
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: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 07:15
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 05:27 (04.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 01:28 (04.03) more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 05:04 (04.03) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 17:10 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:10 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 01:28 (04.03) | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 05:04 (04.03) | yoga Ganda |
| from 05:27 (04.03) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 05:27 (04.03) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:15 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:08 |
| End of twilight | 18:45 |
| Moonrise | 19:39 |
| Moonset | 08:14 |
| Day length | 10 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:15–18:08) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–05:27 (04.03)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:15–01:28 (04.03) Anandadi: Vajra 01:28–07:12 (04.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:20–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:08–18:34 |
| Pradosha | 18:08–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (04.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:00–19:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:36–09:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:20–12:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:03–15:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:47, 15:14–15:57 |
| Varjyam | 08:02–09:42 |
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 07:38–08:20, 09:14–16:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:15, Mina 07:38, Mesha 08:20, Vrishabha 09:14, Mithuna 10:47, Karka 13:17, Simha 16:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:15–01:28 (04.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:15–01:28 (04.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:15–05:27 (04.03)0 Yoga Shula 07:15–07:50−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–05:27 (04.03)
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 07:12
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 06:27 (05.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 02:56 (05.03) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 04:43 (05.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 17:52 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:52 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 02:56 (05.03) | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 04:43 (05.03) | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 06:27 (05.03) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 06:27 (05.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:12 |
| Noon | 12:41 |
| Sunset | 18:10 |
| End of twilight | 18:47 |
| Moonrise | 20:55 |
| Moonset | 08:26 |
| Day length | 10 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:12–18:10) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:52–18:10: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–06:27 (05.03)
Anandadi: Saumya 07:12–02:56 (05.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 02:56–07:10 (05.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:52–06:27 (05.03); Bhadra Puchha 02:04–03:19 (05.03); Bhadra Mukha 03:19–05:24 (05.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:15 |
| Godhuli | 18:10–18:36 |
| Pradosha | 18:10–20:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (05.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:34–22:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:26–16:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:57–11:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:41–14:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:24–10:08, 23:22–00:14 (05.03) |
| Varjyam | 10:23–12:04 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:34–08:16, 09:10–16:12 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:12, Mina 07:34, Mesha 08:16, Vrishabha 09:10, Mithuna 10:43, Karka 13:13, Simha 16:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–06:27 (05.03)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:12–02:56 (05.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:12–02:56 (05.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:12–06:27 (05.03)0 Yoga Ganda 07:12–07:260 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:52–06:27 (05.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Bhalachandra) |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 08:03 (06.03) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 04:58 (06.03) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 04:48 (06.03) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 19:10 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 19:10 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 04:48 (06.03) | yoga Dhruva |
| from 04:58 (06.03) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:12 |
| End of twilight | 18:49 |
| Moonrise | 22:10 |
| Moonset | 08:38 |
| Day length | 11 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:10–18:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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, 22:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:10–04:58 (06.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:58–07:07 (06.03)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:26–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:12–18:38 |
| Pradosha | 18:12–20:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:06 (06.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:02–23:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:41–14:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:32–09:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:18–12:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 11:37–13:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:10, Mina 07:30, Mesha 08:12, Vrishabha 09:07, Mithuna 10:39, Karka 13:09, Simha 16:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:10–18:12: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:10–04:58 (06.03)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:10–04:48 (06.03)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:10–04:58 (06.03)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi all day−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 | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — after 08:03 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 07:07
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 08:03 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 07:32 (07.03) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 05:19 (07.03) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:03 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:03 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 08:03 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:03 | karana Taitila |
| from 05:19 (07.03) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:07 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:14 |
| End of twilight | 18:51 |
| Moonrise | 23:23 |
| Moonset | 08:51 |
| Day length | 11 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:03 |
|---|
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 (07:07–18:14) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:03–07:05 (07.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:07–08:03
Anandadi: Sthira all day
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:19–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:14–18:40 |
| Pradosha | 18:14–20:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (07.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:48–23:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:04–15:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:07–08:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:54–11:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:50–11:34, 15:16–16:01 |
| Varjyam | 11:10–12:57 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:03–16:04
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 | good 09:03–16:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:03–16:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:03–16:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 08:03, Krishna-panchami from 08:03; lagna Kumbha 07:07, Mina 07:26, Mesha 08:08, Vrishabha 09:03, Mithuna 10:35, Karka 13:05, Simha 16:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:07–08:03: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 08:03
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:03–07:05 (07.03)+1 Anandadi: Sthira all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:07–05:19 (07.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:03–07:05 (07.03)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:07–08:03−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:07–08:03−2 Rikta tithi 07:07–08:03
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 10:10 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Rang Panchami |
At sunrise 07:05
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 10:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 07:32 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 06:08 (08.03) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:10 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:32 | nakshatra Vishakha |
|---|---|
| from 10:10 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 10:10 | karana Gara |
| from 23:23 | karana Vanija |
| from 06:08 (08.03) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:05 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:16 |
| End of twilight | 18:53 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 09:05 |
| Day length | 11 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:32 | from 10:10 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:05–07:32) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:32–18:16) is good for sowing, for root crops.
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 08:03 (06.03)–10:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:10–07:02 (08.03)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:32–07:02 (08.03) Anandadi: Gada 07:05–07:32
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:44–10:37
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:22–06:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:16–18:42 |
| Pradosha | 18:16–20:50 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:05 (08.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:36–02:24 (08.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:17–12:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:28–16:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:29–09:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:19–10:04, 13:03–13:48 |
| Varjyam | 13:49–15:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:05–07:22, 07:32–16:00
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:05–07:22, 07:32–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:05–07:22, 07:32–16:00 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:05–07:22, 07:32–16:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 07:32, Vishakha from 07:32; tithi Krishna-panchami until 10:10, Krishna-shashti from 10:10; lagna Kumbha 07:05, Mina 07:22, Mesha 08:04, Vrishabha 08:59, Mithuna 10:32, Karka 13:01, Simha 16:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 07:32) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 07:32) — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 10:10
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:10–07:02 (08.03)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:32–07:02 (08.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:05–07:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:05–10:100 Anandadi: Gada 07:05–07:320 Yoga Vyaghata 07:05–09:02
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 07:02
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 10:28 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 07:06 (09.03) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:40 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:28 | nakshatra Anuradha |
|---|---|
| from 12:40 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 12:40 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:00 (09.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:02 |
| Noon | 12:40 |
| Sunset | 18:19 |
| End of twilight | 18:55 |
| Moonrise | 00:36 |
| Moonset | 09:21 |
| Day length | 11 h 16 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 10:28 | from 12:40 |
|---|
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 (07:02–10:28) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (10:28–18:19) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:40–18:19: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 10:28–06:59 (09.03)
Krakacha Yoga 07:02–12:40 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:40–06:59 (09.03)
Anandadi: Shubha 07:02–10:28 Anandadi: Amrita 10:28–06:59 (09.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 12:40–02:00 (09.03); Bhadra Puchha 18:00–19:20; Bhadra Mukha 19:20–21:33
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:20–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:19–18:44 |
| Pradosha | 18:19–20:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:04 (09.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:50–03:38 (09.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:51–11:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:05–15:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:02–08:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:02–07:47, 07:47–08:32 |
| Varjyam | 15:00–16:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:40–15:56
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 12:40–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:40–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:28–18:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 10:28, Anuradha from 10:28; tithi Krishna-shashti until 12:40, Krishna-saptami from 12:40; lagna Kumbha 07:02, Mina 07:19, Mesha 08:00, Vrishabha 08:55, Mithuna 10:28, Karka 12:57, Simha 15:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 10:28) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 10:28) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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 Ravi Yoga 10:28–06:59 (09.03)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:02–10:28+1 Yoga Harshana all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:28–06:59 (09.03)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:40–06:59 (09.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:40–02:00 (09.03)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:02–12:40
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Kana |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 06:59
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 13:35 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 07:06 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:20 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:06 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 13:35 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 15:20 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 15:20 | karana Balava |
| from 04:38 (10.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:59 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:21 |
| End of twilight | 18:57 |
| Moonrise | 01:48 |
| Moonset | 09:43 |
| Day length | 11 h 21 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 | from 13:35 | from 15:20 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (06:59–13:35) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (13:35–18:21) 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, 18:21–20:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:59–13:35
Samvartaka Yoga 06:59–15:20
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:59–13:35 Anandadi: Kana 13:35–06:57 (10.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| 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 | 06:41–08:29 (10.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:55–18:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:40–14:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:30–16:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:50–17:35 |
| Varjyam | 19:53–21:41 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:15–07:56, 08:51–15:20
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 07:15–07:56, 08:51–15:20 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:15–07:56, 08:51–15:20 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:59–15:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 13:35, Jyestha from 13:35; tithi Krishna-saptami until 15:20, Krishna-ashtami from 15:20; lagna Kumbha 06:59, Mina 07:15, Mesha 07:56, Vrishabha 08:51, Mithuna 10:24, Karka 12:53, Simha 15:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 13:35) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 13:35) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 15:20–18:21: 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
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:59–13:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:59–13:35+1 Yoga Harshana 06:59–07:060 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:59–13:35 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 07:06–08:210 Ashtami 15:20–06:57 (10.03)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:35–06:57 (10.03)−1 Anandadi: Kana 13:35–06:57 (10.03)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:59–15:20
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) |
At sunrise 06:57
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 17:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 16:36 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 08:04 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:52 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:04 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 16:36 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 17:52 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 17:52 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:57 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:23 |
| End of twilight | 19:00 |
| Moonrise | 02:57 |
| Moonset | 10:11 |
| Day length | 11 h 25 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 17:52 |
|---|
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 (06:57–16:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (16:36–18:23) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Sheetala Ashtami (Basoda) · Sheetala
Worship of the goddess Sheetala, protector against smallpox and fevers: on this day the hearth is not lit and food cooked the day before is eaten.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:20 (09.03)–17:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Padma 06:57–16:36 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:36–06:54 (11.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 09:52–23:18
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:16–06:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:23–18:48 |
| Pradosha | 18:23–20:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:04 (11.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:41–08:29 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:23–09:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:14–12:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:06–15:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:48, 15:20–16:06 |
| 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 07:11–07:52, 08:47–15:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 16:36, Mula from 16:36; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 17:52, Krishna-navami from 17:52; lagna Kumbha 06:57, Mina 07:11, Mesha 07:52, Vrishabha 08:47, Mithuna 10:20, Karka 12:49, Simha 15:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 16:36) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 16:36) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 06:57–17:52: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 17:52–18:23: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:04–06:54 (11.03)+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:57–16:36+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:36–06:54 (11.03)−1 Ashtami 06:57–17:52−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:57–16:36
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 06:54
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 20:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 19:15 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 08:48 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:01 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:01 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 08:48 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 19:15 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 20:02 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 20:02 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:54 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:25 |
| End of twilight | 19:02 |
| Moonrise | 04:00 |
| Moonset | 10:50 |
| Day length | 11 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (06:54–18:25) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 20:02–06:52 (12.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:54–19:15 Anandadi: Mitra 19:15–06:52 (12.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
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 | 18:25–20:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (12.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:09–13:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:32–16:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:47–11:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:40–14:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:12–09:58, 23:24–00:13 (12.03) |
| Varjyam | 17:29–19:15, 05:42–07:26 (12.03) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Kumbha 06:54, Mina 07:07, Mesha 07:48, Vrishabha 08:43, Mithuna 10:16, Karka 12:45, Simha 15:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 06:54–18:25: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 08:48–18:25: 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 = −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
+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:54–08:48+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:54–19:15−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:54–19:15−2 Rikta tithi 06:54–20:02−3 Vyatipata 08:48–06:52 (12.03)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious weekday; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 06:52
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 21:35 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 21:21 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 09:10 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:54 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:54 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 09:10 | yoga Variyana |
| from 21:21 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 21:35 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 21:35 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:52 |
| Noon | 12:39 |
| Sunset | 18:27 |
| End of twilight | 19:04 |
| Moonrise | 04:55 |
| Moonset | 11:41 |
| Day length | 11 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (06:52–18:27) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:54–18:27: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:52–21:21 Anandadi: Vajra 21:21–06:49 (13.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:54–21:35; Bhadra Puchha 10:43–12:00; Bhadra Mukha 12:00–14:08
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:09–22:00
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:12–06:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:27–18:52 |
| Pradosha | 18:27–20:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:03 (13.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:08–17:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:39–14:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:19–09:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:12–12:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:16–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 05:42–07:26, 05:49–07:30 (13.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:10–15:40
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:10–15:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:10–15:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:03–07:44, 08:39–15:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Kumbha 06:52, Mina 07:03, Mesha 07:44, Vrishabha 08:39, Mithuna 10:12, Karka 12:41, Simha 15:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 06:52–09:10: 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
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:52–21:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Variyana 09:10–06:49 (13.03)−1 Vyatipata 06:52–09:10−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:52–21:21−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:54–21:35
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 09:00 |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Papmochani Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:49
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 22:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 22:44 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 09:00 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:05 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:00 | yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| from 10:05 | karana Balava |
| from 22:23 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 22:23 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:44 | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:49 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:29 |
| End of twilight | 19:06 |
| Moonrise | 05:38 |
| Moonset | 12:44 |
| Day length | 11 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (06:49–18:29) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Papmochani Ekadashi · Vishnu
The last Ekadashi of the lunar year (dark half of Phalguna). “Liberator from sins”: the fast removes accumulated misdeeds.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:35 (12.03)–22:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:47–09:07 (14.03)
Muhurta
Anandadi: Saumya 06:49–16:27 Anandadi: Dhwaja 00:24–06:47 (14.03) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 16:27–00:24 (14.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:10–06:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:22 |
| Godhuli | 18:29–18:53 |
| Pradosha | 18:29–20:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (14.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:58–17:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:06–15:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:49–08:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:44–11:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:42–11:29, 15:22–16:09 |
| Varjyam | 05:49–07:30, 02:50–04:28 (14.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:59–07:40, 08:35–15:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:59–07:40, 08:35–15:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:59–07:40, 08:35–15:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:59–07:40, 08:35–15:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Kumbha 06:49, Mina 06:59, Mesha 07:40, Vrishabha 08:35, Mithuna 10:08, Karka 12:37, Simha 15:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 09:00
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:49–16:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:49–22:44+1 Yoga Variyana 06:49–09:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 16:27–00:24 (14.03)−1 Yoga Parigha 09:00–20:37
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
At sunrise 06:47
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 22:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 23:20 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 08:15 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:30 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:15 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 10:30 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:24 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 22:24 | karana Gara |
| from 23:20 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:47 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:31 |
| End of twilight | 19:08 |
| Moonrise | 06:12 |
| Moonset | 13:59 |
| Day length | 11 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (06:47–18:31) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–23:20
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:47–22:24
Anandadi: Prajapati 23:20–06:44 (15.03) Anandadi: Dhumra 06:47–23:20
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:08–05:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:31–18:55 |
| Pradosha | 18:31–20:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:02 (15.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:40–14:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:11–12:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:35–17:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:15–09:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:07–09:54, 13:02–13:49 |
| Varjyam | 03:18–04:54 (15.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:55–07:36, 08:31–15:32
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:55–07:36, 08:31–15:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:55–07:36, 08:31–15:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:55–07:36, 08:31–15:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Kumbha 06:47, Mina 06:55, Mesha 07:36, Vrishabha 08:31, Mithuna 10:04, Karka 12:33, Simha 15:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–23:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:47–23:20+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 08:15–06:44 (15.03)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:47–22:24 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:47–23:20
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Vardhamana; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha · Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:44
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 21:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 23:11 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 06:52 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:06 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:52 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 10:06 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:37 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 21:37 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:11 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 04:53 (16.03) | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:44 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:33 |
| End of twilight | 19:10 |
| Moonrise | 06:37 |
| Moonset | 15:20 |
| Day length | 11 h 49 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 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Shani Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:33–20:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:13–01:01 (16.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:37–06:41 (16.03)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:44–23:11 Anandadi: Ananda 23:11–06:41 (16.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:37–08:58 (16.03); Bhadra Mukha 21:37–23:30; Bhadra Puchha 07:46–08:53 (16.03)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 11:21–17:17 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:06–05:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:33–18:57 |
| Pradosha | 18:33–20:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (16.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:51–14:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:41–11:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:07–15:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:44–08:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:44–07:31, 07:31–08:18 |
| Varjyam | 06:08–07:41 (16.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:51–07:32, 08:27–15:28
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 06:51–07:32, 08:27–15:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:51–07:32, 08:27–15:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:51–07:32, 08:27–15:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Kumbha 06:44, Mina 06:51, Mesha 07:32, Vrishabha 08:27, Mithuna 10:00, Karka 12:29, Simha 15:28, Kanya 18:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); 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.
+2 Yoga Siddha 06:52–04:53 (16.03)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:44–23:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:44–23:11−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 11:21–06:41 (16.03)
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 — Krishna Chaturdashi, Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mina Sankranti |
At sunrise 06:41
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 20:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 22:21 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 02:24 (17.03) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:58 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:58 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 20:09 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 20:09 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 22:21 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 02:24 (17.03) | yoga Shubha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:41 |
| Noon | 12:38 |
| Sunset | 18:35 |
| End of twilight | 19:12 |
| Moonrise | 06:57 |
| Moonset | 16:44 |
| Day length | 11 h 53 min |
Sky
| Mina Sankranti | 02:51 — the Sun enters Mina (Pisces) |
|---|
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 |
|---|
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 (06:41–18:35) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:41–08:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 08:58–18:35: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:41–18:35: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
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, 06:41–09:15
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 22:21–06:39 (17.03) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:41–22:21
- Bhadra on earth: 21:37 (15.03)–08:58; Bhadra Mukha 21:37–23:30 (15.03); Bhadra Puchha 07:46–08:53
- Mrityu Panchaka: 11:21 (15.03)–17:17 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:04–05:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:35–18:59 |
| Pradosha | 18:35–21:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:01 (17.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:24–16:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:06–18:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:38–14:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:37–17:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:00–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 06:08–07:41, 04:24–05:54 (17.03) |
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 06:47–07:28, 08:23–15:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 06:41, Mina 06:47, Mesha 07:28, Vrishabha 08:23, Mithuna 09:56, Karka 12:25, Simha 15:24, Kanya 18:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:41–18:35: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 02:51 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 06:41–08:58: 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
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: Krishna Chaturdashi, Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:41–22:21+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:41–02:24 (17.03)0 Kharmas−1 Bhadra on earth 06:41–08:58−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:41–22:21−1 Panchaka all day−1 Sankranti day−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:41–20:09
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Khara (No. 25) · Shaka 2053 · Vikram 2188 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Somvati Amavasya · Phalguna Amavasya |
At sunrise 06:39
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 18:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 21:00 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 23:29 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 07:12 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:12 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 18:08 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 18:08 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 21:00 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 23:29 | yoga Shukla |
| from 04:57 (18.03) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:39 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:37 |
| End of twilight | 19:14 |
| Moonrise | 07:13 |
| Moonset | 18:11 |
| Day length | 11 h 58 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 18:08 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 1, bad — 12
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (06:39–18:37) is good for root crops.
- Chatushpada 06:39–07:12: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 07:12–18:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 18:08–18:37: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Somvati Amavasya · Shiva
A new moon falling on a Monday. Married women circumambulate the peepal tree for their husbands’ long life; holy bathing in sacred rivers and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:09 (16.03)–18:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Phalguna Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Phalguna — the last day of the lunar year; it is followed (usually the next day, sometimes the same day) by Ugadi, the New Year.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:09 (16.03)–18:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Musala 06:39–21:00 Anandadi: Gada 21:00–06:36 (18.03)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 11:21 (15.03)–17:17 (19.03)
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:46–18:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:02–05:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| 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 | 13:27–14:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:09–09:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:08–12:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:08–15:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:50, 15:26–16:13 |
| Varjyam | 05:54–07:23 (18.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 18:21–18:37
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 | average 18:21–18:37 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 18:21–18:37 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:43–07:25, 08:19–15:20, 18:21–18:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Amavasya until 18:08, Shukla-pratipat from 18:08; lagna Kumbha 06:39, Mina 06:43, Mesha 07:25, Vrishabha 08:19, Mithuna 09:52, Karka 12:22, Simha 15:20, Kanya 18:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 06:39–18:08: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Amavasya
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:39–23:29+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Musala 06:39–21:00−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:39–21:00−3 Amavasya 06:39–18:08
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 06:36
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 15:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 19:15 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 20:16 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:42 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:42 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 15:42 | karana Balava |
| from 19:15 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 20:16 | yoga Brahma |
| from 02:23 (19.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:36 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:39 |
| End of twilight | 19:16 |
| Moonrise | 07:28 |
| Moonset | 19:39 |
| Day length | 12 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:36–18:39) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Brahma
The first day of the bright half of Chaitra — the beginning of the new lunar year (samvatsara) and of the new year of the Shaka era. According to the Brahma Purana, Brahma created the world on this day. In Maharashtra (Gudi Padwa) people raise the gudi — a pole topped with an inverted pot and silk cloth — and eat a paste of neem leaves with jaggery; in Andhra and Karnataka they prepare the bittersweet Ugadi Pachadi with neem flowers.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:08 (17.03)–15:42
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The beginning of the spring Navaratri — the nine nights of the Mother Goddess. In the morning, within the first third of the day, the kalasha is installed (Ghatasthapana) and barley is sown; each day one of the nine forms of Durga is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:08 (17.03)–15:42
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 06:36–10:37
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:14–13:02
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
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, 18:39–19:39
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:39–19:39
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–19:15 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:36–19:15
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:36–15:42
Anandadi: Siddhi 06:36–19:15 Anandadi: Shubha 19:15–06:34 (19.03)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 11:21 (15.03)–17:17 (19.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:00–05:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:26 |
| Godhuli | 18:39–19:03 |
| Pradosha | 18:39–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:00 (19.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:48–16:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:38–17:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:37–11:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:38–14:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:01–09:49, 23:25–00:13 (19.03) |
| Varjyam | 05:54–07:23, 06:16–07:44 (19.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:39–07:21, 08:15–15:16, 15:42–18:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:39–07:21, 08:15–15:16, 15:42–18:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:39–07:21, 08:15–15:16, 15:42–18:39 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:39–07:21, 08:15–15:16, 18:17–18:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:39–07:21, 08:15–15:16, 15:42–18:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 15:42, Shukla-dvitya from 15:42; lagna Kumbha 06:36, Mina 06:39, Mesha 07:21, Vrishabha 08:15, Mithuna 09:48, Karka 12:18, Simha 15:16, Kanya 18:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
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.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:36–19:15+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 06:36–19:15+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:36–19:15+1 Yoga Shukla 06:36–20:16+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:36–19:150 Auspicious tithi 15:42–06:34 (19.03)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:36–15:42 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta0 Surya Dagdha tithi 15:42–06:34 (19.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:34
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 13:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 17:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 16:53 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:01 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:01 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 13:01 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:53 | yoga Indra |
| from 17:17 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 23:38 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:34 |
| Noon | 12:37 |
| Sunset | 18:41 |
| End of twilight | 19:18 |
| Moonrise | 07:42 |
| Moonset | 21:08 |
| Day length | 12 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:01 | from 17:17 |
|---|
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, Revati (06:34–17:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:34–13:01
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:01–06:31 (20.03) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:01–06:31 (20.03)
Anandadi: Utpata 06:34–17:17 Anandadi: Mrityu 17:17–06:31 (20.03)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 11:21 (15.03)–17:17
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:47–22:46
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:58–05:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:41–19:05 |
| Pradosha | 18:41–21:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:00 (20.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:05–16:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:37–14:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:04–09:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:06–12:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:13–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 06:16–07:44 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:35–07:17, 08:11–15:13, 18:13–18:41
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 06:35–07:17, 08:11–15:13, 18:13–18:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 06:35–07:17, 08:11–15:13, 18:13–18:41 |
| Cutting toenails | good 13:01–15:13, 18:13–18:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:35–07:17, 08:11–15:13, 18:13–18:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 17:17, Ashwini from 17:17; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 13:01, Shukla-tritya from 13:01; lagna Kumbha 06:34, Mina 06:35, Mesha 07:17, Vrishabha 08:11, Mithuna 09:44, Karka 12:14, Simha 15:13, Kanya 18:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 17:17) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 17:17) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:34–16:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:34–17:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:34–13:010 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:34–13:01 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:01–06:31 (20.03)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:01–06:31 (20.03)−1 Panchaka 06:34–17:17−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:34–13:01−3 Anandadi: Utpata 06:34–17:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — until 10:14 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Gangaur · Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:31
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 15:15 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 13:27 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:14 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:14 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 10:14 | karana Vanija |
| from 13:27 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 15:15 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 20:51 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:31 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:43 |
| End of twilight | 19:20 |
| Moonrise | 07:57 |
| Moonset | 22:38 |
| Day length | 12 h 12 min |
Sky
| Vernal equinox | 10:26 |
|---|
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 10:14 | from 15:15 |
|---|
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, Bharani (15:15–18:43) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection.
Gangaur · Shiva and Parvati
The festival of Gauri (Parvati) in Rajasthan: from Holi onwards women worship clay figures of Gauri and Shiva, and on the third day of the bright half of Chaitra they carry them in procession to the water.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 13:01 (19.03)–10:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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), 11:24–13:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:31–15:15 Ravi Yoga 15:15–06:28 (21.03)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:14–06:28 (21.03)
Anandadi: Manasa 06:31–15:15 Anandadi: Padma 15:15–06:28 (21.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:51–07:29 (21.03); Bhadra Mukha 20:51–22:38; Bhadra Puchha 06:25–07:29 (21.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:56–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:43–19:07 |
| Pradosha | 18:43–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (21.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:39–10:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:31–08:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:34–11:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:35–11:24, 15:28–16:17 |
| Varjyam | 11:35–13:03, 00:03–01:31 (21.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:31–07:13, 08:08–10:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:31–07:13, 08:08–10:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:31–07:13, 08:08–10:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:31–07:13, 08:08–10:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 15:15, Bharani from 15:15; tithi Shukla-tritya until 10:14, Shukla-chaturti from 10:14; lagna Mina 06:31, Mesha 07:13, Vrishabha 08:08, Mithuna 09:40, Karka 12:10, Simha 15:09, Kanya 18:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 15:15) — joy; Bharani (from 15:15) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 10:14–18:43: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 13:27–18:43: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 10:14
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:31–15:15+2 Yoga Indra 06:31–13:27+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:31–15:15+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:31–15:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:31–10:14+1 Ravi Yoga 15:15–06:28 (21.03)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:14–06:28 (21.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:15–06:28 (21.03)−1 Vaidhriti 13:27–06:28 (21.03)−1 Rikta tithi 10:14–06:28 (21.03)
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 — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:28
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:29 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 13:16 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 10:03 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:29 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:29 | tithi Shukla-panchami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:29 | karana Bava |
| from 10:03 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 13:16 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 18:10 | karana Balava |
| from 04:53 (22.03) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 04:53 (22.03) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:28 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:45 |
| End of twilight | 19:22 |
| Moonrise | 08:15 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 12 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:29 | from 13:16 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (06:28–13:16) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (13:16–18:45) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:28–07:29: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 4: Kushmanda, Skandamata · Durga
Navaratri day. Kushmanda — she who created the universe with her smile; grants health and strength. Skandamata — the mother of Skanda, holding her son on her lap; grants motherly grace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:28–13:16 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:53–06:26 (22.03)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:29–13:16
Anandadi: Chhatra 13:16–06:26 (22.03) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:28–13:16
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:51 (20.03)–07:29; Bhadra Mukha 20:51–22:38 (20.03); Bhadra Puchha 06:25–07:29
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:32–05:15 (22.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:54–05:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:45–19:09 |
| Pradosha | 18:45–21:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:59 (22.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:52–10:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:05–12:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:41–17:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:00–09:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:56–09:45, 13:01–13:50 |
| Varjyam | 00:22–01:51 (22.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:03–18:45
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 10:03–18:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:03–18:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 13:16–15:05, 18:05–18:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 13:16, Krittika from 13:16; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 07:29, Shukla-panchami from 07:29; lagna Mina 06:28, Mesha 07:09, Vrishabha 08:04, Mithuna 09:37, Karka 12:06, Simha 15:05, Kanya 18:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 13:16) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 13:16) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:28–07:29: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 06:28–10:03: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:28–13:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:29–04:53 (22.03)0 Anandadi: Chhatra 13:16–06:26 (22.03)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:29–13:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:28–07:29−1 Vaidhriti 06:28–10:03−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:28–13:16−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:28–13:16−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 06:28–07:29
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:28 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti · Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) |
At sunrise 06:26
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 02:31 (23.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 11:28 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 06:47 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:40 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:47 | yoga Priti |
|---|---|
| from 11:28 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 15:40 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:31 (23.03) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 02:31 (23.03) | karana Gara |
| from 03:43 (23.03) | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:26 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:47 |
| End of twilight | 19:24 |
| Moonrise | 08:39 |
| Moonset | 00:09 |
| Day length | 12 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (06:26–11:28) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (11:28–18:47) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 5: Katyayani · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband.
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:53–02:31 (23.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) · Yamuna
The appearance day of the river goddess Yamuna; it is celebrated especially in Mathura and Vrindavan with a holy bath and aarti on the riverbank.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:53–02:31 (23.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03) Ravi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03)
Krakacha Yoga 06:26–02:31 (23.03) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:28–02:31 (23.03) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:31–06:23 (23.03)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:26–11:28 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 11:28–06:23 (23.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:52–05:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 18:47–19:10 |
| Pradosha | 18:47–21:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (23.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:15–10:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:31–11:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:26–07:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:26–07:15, 07:15–08:05 |
| Varjyam | 02:26–03:56 (23.03) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:28–15:01, 18:02–18:47
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 11:28–15:01, 18:02–18:47 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:28–15:01, 18:02–18:47 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:26–07:05, 08:00–15:01, 18:02–18:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika until 11:28, Rohini from 11:28; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mina 06:26, Mesha 07:05, Vrishabha 08:00, Mithuna 09:33, Karka 12:02, Simha 15:01, Kanya 18:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 11:28) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 11:28) — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:28
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03)+2 Ravi Yoga 11:28–06:23 (23.03)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:26–11:28+1 Yoga Priti 06:47–03:43 (23.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:28–06:23 (23.03)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:28–02:31 (23.03) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:26–02:31 (23.03)
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 | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — until 09:55 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:23
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 00:26 (24.03) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 09:55 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 00:53 (24.03) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:26 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:55 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
|---|---|
| from 13:26 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:26 (24.03) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 00:26 (24.03) | karana Vishti |
| from 00:53 (24.03) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:23 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 18:49 |
| End of twilight | 19:26 |
| Moonrise | 09:10 |
| Moonset | 01:36 |
| Day length | 12 h 26 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 09:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (06:23–09:55) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (09:55–18:49) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:23–09:55 Dwipushkar Yoga 09:55–00:26 (24.03)
Samvartaka Yoga 06:23–00:26 (24.03)
Anandadi: Prajapati 06:23–09:55 Anandadi: Saumya 09:55–06:20 (24.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:26–11:31 (24.03); Bhadra Puchha 02:06–03:13 (24.03); Bhadra Mukha 03:13–05:04 (24.03)
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 | 04:50–05:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 18:49–19:12 |
| Pradosha | 18:49–21:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:58 (24.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:55–08:25, 00:20–01:51 (24.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:16–18:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:36–14:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:43–17:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:10–18:00 |
| Varjyam | 15:14–16:45 |
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 Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 09:55, Mrigashirsha from 09:55; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mina 06:23, Mesha 07:01, Vrishabha 07:56, Mithuna 09:29, Karka 11:58, Simha 14:57, Kanya 17:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 09:55) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 09:55) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 09:55
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:23–09:55+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 06:23–09:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:23–09:55+1 Yoga Ayushman 06:23–00:53 (24.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:23–00:26 (24.03)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 09:55–00:26 (24.03)0 Kharmas−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:23–00:26 (24.03)
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: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Anandadi: Kaladanda, Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri |
At sunrise 06:20
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 22:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 08:40 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 22:18 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:31 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:40 | nakshatra Ardra |
|---|---|
| from 11:31 | karana Bava |
| from 22:18 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 22:40 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 22:40 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:20 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:51 |
| End of twilight | 19:28 |
| Moonrise | 09:53 |
| Moonset | 02:56 |
| Day length | 12 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 3, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:40 |
|---|
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 (06:20–08:40) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:20–11:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri · Durga
The eighth day of Chaitra Navaratri: Durga Puja and Kanya Puja (feeding young girls as embodiments of the Goddess); on this day Annapurna, the goddess of food, is also worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:26–22:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 7: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:20–08:40 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:20–08:40
Anandadi: Ananda 06:20–08:40 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:40–06:18 (25.03)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:26–11:31; Bhadra Puchha 02:06–03:13; Bhadra Mukha 03:13–05:04
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:48–05:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 18:51–19:14 |
| Pradosha | 18:51–21:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (25.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:08–23:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:54–09:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:02–12:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:51, 15:31–16:21 |
| Varjyam | 16:45–18:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:20–06:57, 07:52–14:53, 17:54–18:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 08:40, Ardra from 08:40; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mina 06:20, Mesha 06:57, Vrishabha 07:52, Mithuna 09:25, Karka 11:54, Simha 14:53, Kanya 17:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 08:40) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 08:40) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:20–18:51: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:20–08:40+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:20–22:18+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:20–08:400 Anandadi: Ananda 06:20–08:400 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:40–06:18 (25.03)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:20–11:31−1 Ashtami 06:20–22:40−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:40–06:18 (25.03)
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: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rama Navami |
At sunrise 06:18
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 21:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 07:44 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 19:59 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:55 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:44 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 09:55 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:59 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 21:14 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 21:14 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:18 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:53 |
| End of twilight | 19:31 |
| Moonrise | 10:51 |
| Moonset | 04:01 |
| Day length | 12 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:44 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (07:44–18:53) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Rama Navami · Rama
The appearance day of Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu. Rama was born at noon, so puja is performed at Madhyahna; devotees fast and read the Ramayana. This day concludes the spring Navaratri.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:20–13:51
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 8: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:44–06:15 (26.03)
Yamaghanta 06:18–07:44 Krakacha Yoga 21:14–06:15 (26.03)
Anandadi: Chara 06:18–07:44 Anandadi: Sthira 07:44–06:15 (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 | 18:53–19:16 |
| Pradosha | 18:53–21:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:57 (26.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:48–06:21 (26.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:44–17:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:27–11:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:36–14:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:49–09:39, 23:26–00:12 (26.03) |
| Varjyam | 19:26–21:00 |
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 06:18–06:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 07:44, Punarvasu from 07:44; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Mina 06:18, Mesha 06:53, Vrishabha 07:48, Mithuna 09:21, Karka 11:50, Simha 14:49, Kanya 17:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 07:44) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 07:44) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 06:18–18:53: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:44–06:15 (26.03)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:44–06:15 (26.03)+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:18–19:59+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:44–06:15 (26.03)0 Kharmas0 Yamaghanta 06:18–07:44−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:18–07:44−2 Rikta tithi 06:18–21:14
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — after 07:08 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:15
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 20:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 07:08 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 17:57 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:38 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:08 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 08:38 | karana Gara |
| from 17:57 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 20:08 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 20:08 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:15 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 18:55 |
| End of twilight | 19:33 |
| Moonrise | 12:03 |
| Moonset | 04:49 |
| Day length | 12 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:15–07:08) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:08–18:55) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Matanga 07:08–06:13 (27.03) Anandadi: Gada 06:15–07:08
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:45–20:31
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:44–05:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:55–19:18 |
| Pradosha | 18:55–21:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:57 (27.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:48–06:21, 00:32–02:07 (27.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:50–09:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:00–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:10–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 15:03–16:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:15–06:49, 07:44–14:45, 17:46–18:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:15–06:49, 07:44–14:45, 17:46–18:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:15–06:49, 07:44–14:45, 17:46–18:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:15–06:49, 07:44–14:45, 17:46–18:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 07:08, Pushya from 07:08; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Mina 06:15, Mesha 06:49, Vrishabha 07:44, Mithuna 09:17, Karka 11:46, Simha 14:45, Kanya 17:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 07:08) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 07:08) — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 07:08
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Pushya 07:08–06:13 (27.03)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:08–06:13 (27.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:15–20:080 Yoga Sukarma 17:57–06:13 (27.03)0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Gada 06:15–07:08
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Kamada Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:13
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 19:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 06:51 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 16:10 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:51 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 07:42 | karana Vishti |
| from 16:10 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 19:21 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 19:21 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:13 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:57 |
| End of twilight | 19:35 |
| Moonrise | 13:22 |
| Moonset | 05:23 |
| Day length | 12 h 44 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 06:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (06:13–06:51) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:42–18:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Kamada Ekadashi · Vishnu
The first Ekadashi of the new lunar year (Chaitra, bright half). “Fulfiller of desires”: according to the Puranas, the fast removes grave misdeeds and helps fulfil righteous wishes. Devotees fast and worship Vishnu.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:08 (26.03)–19:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:10–08:44 (28.03)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:13–06:51 Guru Pushya Yoga 06:13–06:51 Ravi Yoga 06:13–06:51 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:13–06:51
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:21–06:10 (28.03)
Anandadi: Shubha 06:13–06:51 Anandadi: Amrita 06:51–06:10 (28.03)
- Bhadra on earth: 07:42–19:21; Bhadra Puchha 12:23–13:33; Bhadra Mukha 13:33–15:29
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:52–12:58 (28.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:42–05:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 18:57–19:20 |
| Pradosha | 18:57–21:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (28.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:18–06:54 (28.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:11–15:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:13–07:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:24–10:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:28–11:19, 15:33–16:24 |
| Varjyam | 19:41–21:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:13–06:45
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:13–06:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:13–06:51 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:13–06:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:13–06:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya until 06:51, Ashlesha from 06:51; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Mina 06:13, Mesha 06:45, Vrishabha 07:40, Mithuna 09:13, Karka 11:42, Simha 14:41, Kanya 17:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 06:51) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 06:51) — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 07:42–18:57: 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 = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Pushya 06:13–06:51+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:51–06:10 (28.03)+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:13–16:10+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:13–19:210 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:13–06:510 Ravi Yoga 06:13–06:510 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:51–06:10 (28.03)−3 Bhadra on earth 07:42–19:21
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 — Anandadi: Kana, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 06:10
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 18:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 06:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 14:39 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:05 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:54 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 07:05 | karana Balava |
| from 14:39 | yoga Shula |
| from 18:54 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 18:54 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:10 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 18:59 |
| End of twilight | 19:37 |
| Moonrise | 14:43 |
| Moonset | 05:48 |
| Day length | 12 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:54 | from 18:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (06:54–18:59) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:59–21:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:10–06:54 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:10–18:54
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:10–06:54 Anandadi: Kana 06:54–06:07 (29.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:52–12:58
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:40–05:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 18:59–19:22 |
| Pradosha | 18:59–21:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:56 (29.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:18–06:54, 04:51–06:28 (29.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:59–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:47–17:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:46–09:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:44–09:35, 13:00–13:52 |
| Varjyam | 19:06–20:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:10–06:41, 07:36–14:37, 17:38–18:59
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 06:10–06:41, 07:36–14:37, 17:38–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:10–06:41, 07:36–14:37, 17:38–18:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:10–06:41, 07:36–14:37, 17:38–18:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 06:54, Magha from 06:54; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 18:54, Shukla-triodashi from 18:54; lagna Mina 06:10, Mesha 06:41, Vrishabha 07:36, Mithuna 09:09, Karka 11:38, Simha 14:37, Kanya 17:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 06:54) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 06:54) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Yoga Dhriti 06:10–14:39+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 18:54–06:07 (29.03)0 Kharmas0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:10–06:540 Yoga Shula 14:39–16:32−1 Gandanta 06:10–12:58−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:10–06:54−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:10–18:54−3 Anandadi: Kana 06:54–06:07 (29.03)
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: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mahavir Jayanti |
At sunrise 06:07
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 07:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 13:24 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 06:49 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:49 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 07:17 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 13:24 | yoga Ganda |
| from 18:49 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 18:49 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:07 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 19:01 |
| End of twilight | 19:39 |
| Moonrise | 16:03 |
| Moonset | 06:06 |
| Day length | 12 h 54 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:17 | from 18:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (06:07–07:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:17–19:01) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 18:49–19:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Mahavir Jayanti · Mahavira
The birthday of Mahavira, the twenty-fourth Tirthankara of the Jains: processions, ritual bathing of images and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:54 (28.03)–18:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:17–06:05 (30.03) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:49–06:05 (30.03)
Anandadi: Padma 06:07–07:17 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:17–06:05 (30.03)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:38–05:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:01–19:24 |
| Pradosha | 19:01–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (30.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:51–06:28, 01:26–03:05 (30.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:21–10:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:11–15:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:07–07:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:07–06:59, 06:59–07:51 |
| Varjyam | 15:32–17:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:07–06:37, 07:32–14:33, 17:34–18:49
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:07–06:37, 07:32–14:33, 17:34–18:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:07–06:37, 07:32–14:33, 17:34–18:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:07–06:37, 07:32–14:33, 17:34–18:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 07:17, Purva-Phalguni from 07:17; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 18:49, Shukla-chaturdashi from 18:49; lagna Mina 06:07, Mesha 06:37, Vrishabha 07:32, Mithuna 09:05, Karka 11:34, Simha 14:33, Kanya 17:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 07:17) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 07:17) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 18:49–19:01: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:17–06:05 (30.03)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:07–18:490 Anandadi: Padma 06:07–07:170 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:49–06:05 (30.03)0 Kharmas0 Rikta tithi 18:49–06:05 (30.03)0 Yoga Ganda 13:24–15:43−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:17–06:05 (30.03)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:07–07:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; auspicious time — after 08:02 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 06:05
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 19:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 08:02 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 12:28 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:55 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:55 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 08:02 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 12:28 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 19:08 | tithi Purnima |
| from 19:08 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:05 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:03 |
| End of twilight | 19:41 |
| Moonrise | 17:21 |
| Moonset | 06:21 |
| Day length | 12 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:02 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (06:05–08:02) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (08:02–19:03) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:05–19:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:05–08:02 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:02–06:02 (31.03)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:05–08:02 Anandadi: Mitra 08:02–06:02 (31.03)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:08–07:27 (31.03); Bhadra Puchha 03:10–04:24 (31.03); Bhadra Mukha 04:24–06:28 (31.03)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:36–05:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:03–19:25 |
| Pradosha | 19:03–21:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:55 (31.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:39–03:19 (31.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:26–19:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:49–17:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:20–18:12 |
| Varjyam | 15:35–17:15 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:02–14:29, 17:30–19:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 08:02, Uttara-Phalguni from 08:02; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Mina 06:05, Mesha 06:33, Vrishabha 07:28, Mithuna 09:01, Karka 11:30, Simha 14:29, Kanya 17:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 08:02) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 08:02) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:05–19:03: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 08:02
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:02–06:02 (31.03)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:02–06:02 (31.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:02–06:02 (31.03)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 12:28–06:02 (31.03)0 Ravi Yoga 06:05–08:020 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:05–08:02−2 Rikta tithi 06:05–19:08
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 07:27; auspicious time — until 09:11 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Nandana (No. 26) · Shaka 2054 · Vikram 2189 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Hanuman Jayanti · Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami) |
At sunrise 06:02
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 19:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 09:11 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 11:51 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:27 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:27 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 09:11 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 11:51 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 19:52 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 19:52 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:02 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:05 |
| End of twilight | 19:43 |
| Moonrise | 18:38 |
| Moonset | 06:33 |
| Day length | 13 h 03 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 19:52 |
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Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:11 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (06:02–09:11) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (09:11–19:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:02–07:27: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Hanuman Jayanti · Hanuman
The birthday of Hanuman (in the northern tradition — on the full moon of Chaitra, at sunrise). Devotees read the Hanuman Chalisa and the Sundara Kanda and offer Hanuman sindoor and oil; in South India his birthday is celebrated on other days.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:08 (30.03)–19:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of the month of Chaitra. A holy bath is taken and charity is given; in North India, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:08 (30.03)–19:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:02–09:11 Anandadi: Vajra 09:11–06:00 (01.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:08 (30.03)–07:27; Bhadra Puchha 03:10–04:24; Bhadra Mukha 04:24–06:28
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:27–20:17
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:34–05:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:37 |
| Godhuli | 19:05–19:27 |
| Pradosha | 19:05–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (01.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:23–06:05 (01.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:40–09:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:56–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:12–15:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:00–13:52, 15:37–16:29 |
| Varjyam | 18:09–19:51 |
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 06:02–06:29, 07:24–14:25, 17:26–19:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 09:11, Hasta from 09:11; tithi Purnima; lagna Mina 06:02, Mesha 06:29, Vrishabha 07:24, Mithuna 08:57, Karka 11:26, Simha 14:25, Kanya 17:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 09:11) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 09:11) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 06:02–19:05: 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 07:27
Auspicious time ends by 09:11
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:02–09:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:02–09:11+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:02–11:51+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:02–07:27−1 Anandadi: Vajra 09:11–06:00 (01.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. 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: Parabhava (No. 40)
Shaka Samvat 2053 · Vikram Samvat 2188 · Kali Yuga 5232
Next year — Nandana, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 17.03.2132
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: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
“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).
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
−1 — 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.
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.
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).
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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 Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
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.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: 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.
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 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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Group: 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: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: 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: 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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Vishnu; Aditya — Dhatar. Full moon in nakshatra Chitra. Ritu: Vasanta.
Northern samvatsara: Parabhava (No. 40)
Shaka Samvat 2054 · Vikram Samvat 2189 · Kali Yuga 5233
Next year — Vijaya, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 5.04.2133
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
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: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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: 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): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Planting and sowing are allowed.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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 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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
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 spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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: 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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
−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: 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: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-navami
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).
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
no pruning or felling
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.