June 1988 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Adhika Jyeshtha (until 14.06), Nija Jyeshtha (from 15.06). Adhika Jyeshtha — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Major festivals: 26.06 Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi).
Icons this month (16)
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
- 10.06 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra after 06:50 until 19:11
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 16.06 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 17.06 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Pushya, Yoga Dhruva until 11:57
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 25.06 Sat — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi until 17:16
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 3.06 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka)
- 6.06 Mon Kalashtami
- 10.06 Fri Parama Ekadashi
- 11.06 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 12.06 Sun Masik Shivaratri
- 14.06 Tue Adhika Amavasya
- 14.06 Tue Bhaumvati Amavasya
- 14.06 Tue Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)
- 15.06 Wed Chandra Darshan
- 18.06 Sat Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 19.06 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 22.06 Wed Masik Durgashtami
- 26.06 Sun Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi)
- 27.06 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 29.06 Wed Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)
- 29.06 Wed Vat Purnima Vrat
Special muhurta yogas
- 4.06 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:45–03:49 (05.06)
- 5.06 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 00:38–03:48 (06.06)
- 7.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:58–03:47 (08.06)
- 9.06 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 10.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–00:22 (11.06)
- 13.06 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 13.06 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 00:13–03:44 (14.06)
- 16.06 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 17.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:07
- 21.06 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 15:28–00:13 (22.06)
- 22.06 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:22–03:45 (23.06)
- 25.06 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–23:43
- 26.06 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 05:16–23:59
- 27.06 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–23:30
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.
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.06 Wed — Samvartaka Yoga, Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 4.06 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 5.06 Sun — Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Gada, Panchaka
- 7.06 Tue — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kana (unfavourable day)
- 8.06 Wed — Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi, Panchaka
- 9.06 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka
- 11.06 Sat — Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Dhwanksha
- 13.06 Mon — Krishna Chaturdashi, Yoga Shula
- 14.06 Tue — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya, Sankranti day (unfavourable day)
- 18.06 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 21.06 Tue — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 22.06 Wed — Vyatipata, Vishti (Bhadra), Surya Dagdha tithi
- 23.06 Thu — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 26.06 Sun — Krakacha Yoga, Anandadi: Utpata, Hutashana Yoga
- 27.06 Mon — Kshaya tithi
- 29.06 Wed — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 14.06 New moon (Amavasya) 12:13
- 14.06 Mithuna Sankranti 16:32 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)
- 21.06 Summer solstice 06:56
- 29.06 Full moon (Purnima) 22:45
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 14.06 Adhika Masa
- 5.06 18:22 – 10.06 01:01 Roga Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Vibhava (No. 2, “splendour, prosperity”) — A year of prosperity: plenty, contented people, well-being in affairs and in the family. more
Northern samvatsara: Vikrama. Shaka Samvat 1910, Vikram Samvat 2045, Kali Yuga 5089.
Adhika Jyeshtha (Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima. more
Nija Jyeshtha (Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Samvartaka Yoga, Yamaghanta Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 13:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 22:38 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:10 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:10 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 12:10 | karana Taitila |
| from 13:12 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 22:38 | yoga Shubha |
| from 23:10 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:59 |
| Moonrise | 23:17 |
| Moonset | 03:30 |
| Day length | 17 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 5, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:10 |
|---|
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, Jyestha (03:53–13:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (13:12–21:02) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:10–03:52 (02.06)
Samvartaka Yoga 03:53–12:10 Yamaghanta 13:12–03:52 (02.06)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 13:12–03:52 (02.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:53–13:12
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:29–18:54
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:58–03:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 21:02–21:16 |
| Pradosha | 21:02–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:41 (02.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:46–06:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:27–14:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:01–08:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:19–12:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:53–10:10, 13:11–19:12
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 03:53–10:10, 13:11–19:12 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:53–10:10, 13:11–19:12 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:53–10:10, 12:10–21:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Jyestha until 13:12, Mula from 13:12; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 12:10, Krishna-dvitya from 12:10; lagna Vrishabha 03:53, Mithuna 04:46, Karka 07:12, Simha 10:10, Kanya 13:11, Tula 16:11, Vrischika 19:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 13:12) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 13:12) — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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 Yoga Sadhya 03:53–22:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:53–12:100 Anandadi: Dhwaja 13:12–03:52 (02.06)0 Adhika Masa0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:10–03:52 (02.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:53–13:12−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:53–13:12−1 Yamaghanta 13:12–03:52 (02.06)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 03:53–12:10
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 11:54; auspicious time — until 19:48 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 10:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 11:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:48 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:05 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:05 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 10:05 | karana Vanija |
| from 11:54 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 19:48 | yoga Shukla |
| from 20:58 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:03 |
| End of twilight | 22:01 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 04:27 |
| Day length | 17 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:05 | from 11:54 |
|---|
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, Mula (03:52–11:54) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (11:54–21:03) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 20:58–21:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Prajapati 11:54–03:51 (03.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:52–11:54
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:58–07:47 (03.06); Bhadra Puchha 04:00–05:05 (03.06); Bhadra Mukha 05:05–06:53 (03.06)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:57–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 21:03–21:17 |
| Pradosha | 21:03–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:41 (03.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:51–07:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:36–16:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:52–06:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:10–10:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:36–10:44, 16:28–17:37 |
| Varjyam | 10:23–11:54, 20:53–22:23 |
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 03:52–10:06, 13:07–19:08 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 13:07–21:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mula until 11:54, Purva-Ashadha from 11:54; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 10:05, Krishna-tritya from 10:05; lagna Vrishabha 03:52, Mithuna 04:42, Karka 07:08, Simha 10:06, Kanya 13:07, Tula 16:07, Vrischika 19:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 11:54) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 11:54) — ruin of the family; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:54
Auspicious time ends by 19:48
+2 Yoga Shubha 03:52–19:48+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 11:54–03:51 (03.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:52–10:050 Adhika Masa0 Vishti (Bhadra) 20:58–03:51 (03.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:52–11:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:52–11:54
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Yoga Shukla; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 07:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 10:22 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 16:50 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:47 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:47 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 07:47 | karana Bava |
| from 10:22 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 16:50 | yoga Brahma |
| from 18:36 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:05 |
| End of twilight | 22:02 |
| Moonrise | 00:05 |
| Moonset | 05:49 |
| Day length | 17 h 13 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:47 | from 10:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (03:51–10:22) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (10:22–21:05) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:51–07:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) · 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, 00:33 (04.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:51–10:22 Anandadi: Ananda 10:22–03:10 (04.06) Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:10–03:50 (04.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:58 (02.06)–07:47; Bhadra Puchha 04:00–05:05; Bhadra Mukha 05:05–06:53
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 21:05–21:18 |
| Pradosha | 21:05–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (04.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:53–07:23, 02:47–04:17 (04.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:18–12:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:46–18:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:00–08:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:18–08:26, 13:02–14:11 |
| Varjyam | 17:50–19:20 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:51–07:47
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 03:51–07:47 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:51–07:47 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:51–07:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 10:22, Uttara-Ashadha from 10:22; tithi Krishna-tritya until 07:47, Krishna-chaturti from 07:47; lagna Vrishabha 03:51, Mithuna 04:38, Karka 07:04, Simha 10:02, Kanya 13:03, Tula 16:03, Vrischika 19:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 10:22) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 10:22) — improved health; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:47–21:05: 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:51–10:22+1 Yoga Shukla 03:51–16:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:51–07:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:22–03:50 (04.06)0 Adhika Masa0 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:51–07:47−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:47–03:50 (04.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:51–10:22−2 Rikta tithi 07:47–03:50 (04.06)
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 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 05:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 08:45 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 13:48 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 05:23 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:23 | tithi Krishna-panchami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 05:23 | karana Kaulava |
| from 08:45 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 13:48 | yoga Indra |
| from 16:11 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:59 (05.06) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 02:59 (05.06) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:06 |
| End of twilight | 22:04 |
| Moonrise | 00:33 |
| Moonset | 07:26 |
| Day length | 17 h 15 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 05:23 | from 08:45 |
|---|
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 (03:50–08:45) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (08:45–21:06) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–05:23 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:45–03:49 (05.06)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–02:59 (05.06) Krakacha Yoga 02:59–03:49 (05.06)
Anandadi: Chara 03:50–10:15 Anandadi: Sthira 10:15–03:49 (05.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:37–03:20 (05.06)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 21:06–21:19 |
| Pradosha | 21:06–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (05.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:47–04:17, 21:27–22:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:09–10:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:37–16:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:50–05:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:50–04:59, 04:59–06:08 |
| Varjyam | 12:29–13:59 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:23–21:06
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:23–21:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:23–21:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 08:45, Shravana from 08:45; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 05:23, Krishna-panchami from 05:23; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:34, Karka 07:00, Simha 09:58, Kanya 12:59, Tula 15:59, Vrischika 19:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 08:45) — improved health; Shravana (from 08:45) — bodily development (physical growth); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 03:50–05:23: 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 = +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: Kshaya tithi
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:45–03:49 (05.06)+2 Yoga Brahma 03:50–13:48+1 Anandadi: Chara 03:50–10:15+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–08:45+1 Auspicious tithi 05:23–02:59 (05.06)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–05:230 Adhika Masa0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–02:59 (05.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:50–05:23−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 03:50–05:23
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Gada Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:38 (06.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 07:09 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 10:47 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:48 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:09 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 10:47 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 13:48 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:38 (06.06) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 00:38 (06.06) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:05 |
| Moonrise | 00:49 |
| Moonset | 09:05 |
| Day length | 17 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:09 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (03:49–07:09) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:09–03:48 (06.06) Dwipushkar Yoga 00:38–03:48 (06.06)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–00:38 (06.06) Samvartaka Yoga 00:38–03:48 (06.06)
Anandadi: Matanga 07:09–03:48 (06.06) Anandadi: Gada 03:49–07:09
- Bhadra on earth: 00:38–11:30 (06.06); Bhadra Puchha 04:59–06:05 (06.06); Bhadra Mukha 06:05–07:53 (06.06)
- Roga Panchaka: 18:22–01:01 (10.06)
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 | 02:55–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 21:07–21:20 |
| Pradosha | 21:07–22:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (06.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:53–21:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:57–21:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:28–14:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:47–18:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:49–19:58 |
| Varjyam | 10:53–12:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:49–09:54
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 03:49–09:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:49–09:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:49–09:54, 12:55–21:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shravana until 07:09, Dhanishtha from 07:09; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Vrishabha 03:49, Mithuna 04:30, Karka 06:56, Simha 09:54, Kanya 12:55, Tula 15:55, Vrischika 18:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 07:09) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 07:09) — longevity (increased vitality); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 10:47–21:07: 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 = +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: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 03:49–10:47+2 Ravi Yoga 07:09–03:48 (06.06)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:09–03:48 (06.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:49–07:090 Adhika Masa0 Dwipushkar Yoga 00:38–03:48 (06.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–00:38 (06.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Panchaka 18:22–03:48 (06.06)0 Anandadi: Gada 03:49–07:09−3 Vaidhriti 10:47–03:48 (06.06)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Bhadra on earth, Panchaka Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 03:48
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 22:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 05:37 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 07:51 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:30 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:37 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 07:51 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 11:30 | karana Bava |
| from 22:24 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 22:24 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:48 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:07 |
| Moonrise | 01:00 |
| Moonset | 10:42 |
| Day length | 17 h 19 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 05:37 |
|---|
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 (05:37–21:08) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:48–11:30: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 22:24–22:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:48–05:37 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–05:37
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–22:24
Anandadi: Shubha 03:48–05:37 Anandadi: Amrita 05:37–03:48 (07.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:38–11:30; Bhadra Puchha 04:59–06:05; Bhadra Mukha 06:05–07:53
- Roga Panchaka: 18:22 (05.06)–01:01 (10.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:55–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:08–21:21 |
| Pradosha | 21:08–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (07.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:26–22:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:58–08:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:18–12:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:38–16:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–14:12, 16:31–17:40 |
| Varjyam | 12:23–13:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:51–18:53
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 12:51–18:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 12:51–18:53 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:48–09:50, 12:51–21:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 05:37, Shatabhisha from 05:37; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Vrishabha 03:48, Mithuna 04:26, Karka 06:52, Simha 09:50, Kanya 12:51, Tula 15:51, Vrischika 18:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 05:37) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 05:37) — gaining strength; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 03:48–11:30: 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).
- Vaidhriti 03:48–07:51: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Amrita 05:37–03:48 (07.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–05:37+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 03:48–05:370 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–05:370 Adhika Masa0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–22:24 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vaidhriti 03:48–07:51−1 Panchaka all day−1 Bhadra on earth 03:48–11:30
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:48
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 20:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 04:12 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 05:02 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:21 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:12 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 05:02 | yoga Priti |
| from 09:21 | karana Kaulava |
| from 20:20 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 20:20 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:20 (08.06) | yoga Ayushman |
| from 02:58 (08.06) | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:48 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:09 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | 01:08 |
| Moonset | 12:14 |
| Day length | 17 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 6, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:12 | from 20:20 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (03:48–04:12) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (04:12–21:09) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–20:20 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:58–03:47 (08.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 02:58–03:47 (08.06)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:12–20:20
Anandadi: Siddhi 02:58–03:47 (08.06) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:48–04:12 Anandadi: Kana 04:12–02:58 (08.06)
- Roga Panchaka: 18:22 (05.06)–01:01 (10.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:09–21:22 |
| Pradosha | 21:09–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:41 (08.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:23–20:54 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:49–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:08–10:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:28–14:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:16–08:25, 23:48–00:15 (08.06) |
| Varjyam | 10:17–11:48 |
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 03:48–04:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 04:12, Purva-Bhadra from 04:12; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 20:20, Krishna-navami from 20:20; lagna Vrishabha 03:48, Mithuna 04:22, Karka 06:48, Simha 09:46, Kanya 12:47, Tula 15:47, Vrischika 18:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 04:12) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 04:12) — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:48–20:20: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 20:20–21:09: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–04:12+1 Yoga Priti 05:02–02:20 (08.06)0 Adhika Masa0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–20:20 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:12–02:58 (08.06)−1 Ashtami 03:48–20:20−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:12–20:20−3 Anandadi: Kana 04:12–02:58 (08.06)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 18:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 01:54 (09.06) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 23:47 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:22 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:22 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:26 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 18:26 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:47 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 01:54 (09.06) | nakshatra Revati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 01:14 |
| Moonset | 13:45 |
| Day length | 17 h 23 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 18:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:47–21:10) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 03:47–18:26
Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:47–01:54 (09.06) Anandadi: Utpata 01:54–03:46 (09.06)
- Roga Panchaka: 18:22 (05.06)–01:01 (10.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:10–21:23 |
| Pradosha | 21:10–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:41 (09.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:19–22:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:28–14:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:57–08:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:18–12:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 12:08–13:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 18:26–18:45
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 | good 18:26–18:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 18:26–18:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 18:26–21:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-navami until 18:26, Krishna-dashami from 18:26; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:18, Karka 06:44, Simha 09:42, Kanya 12:43, Tula 15:43, Vrischika 18:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 03:47–18:26: 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 = −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.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–01:54 (09.06)+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:47–23:47+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:47–01:54 (09.06)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 03:47–18:26−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:47–18:26
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 16:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 01:01 (10.06) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 21:24 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 05:33 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:33 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 16:43 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 16:43 | karana Bava |
| from 21:24 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 01:01 (10.06) | nakshatra Ashwini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:11 |
| Moonrise | 01:21 |
| Moonset | 15:15 |
| Day length | 17 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 1, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:46–21:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:33–16:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–16:43 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Mitra 03:46–01:01 (10.06) Anandadi: Manasa 01:01–03:46 (10.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 05:33–16:43; Bhadra Puchha 07:15–08:22; Bhadra Mukha 08:22–10:13
- Roga Panchaka: 18:22 (05.06)–01:01 (10.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:21–17:06
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:13–06:50 (10.06)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:11–21:24 |
| Pradosha | 21:11–22:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:42 (10.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:43–00:15 (10.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:39–16:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:46–05:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:08–10:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:35–10:44, 16:32–17:42 |
| Varjyam | 13:28–15:00 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:46–05:33, 16:43–18:41
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 03:46–05:33, 16:43–18:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:46–05:33, 16:43–18:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:46–09:38, 12:39–21:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-dashami until 16:43, Krishna-ekadashi from 16:43; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:14, Karka 06:40, Simha 09:38, Kanya 12:39, Tula 15:40, Vrischika 18:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 05:33–16:43: 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: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–16:43+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:46–01:01 (10.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–01:01 (10.06)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:46–21:24+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa−1 Panchaka 03:46–01:01 (10.06)−3 Bhadra on earth 05:33–16:43
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 06:50; auspicious time — until 19:11 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Parama Ekadashi |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 15:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 00:22 (11.06) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 19:11 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 03:57 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 03:57 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 15:13 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 15:13 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:11 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 00:22 (11.06) | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 02:33 (11.06) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:12 |
| Moonrise | 01:28 |
| Moonset | 16:46 |
| Day length | 17 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:13 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Parama Ekadashi · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Adhika Masa. The fast grants the highest good and prosperity; Purushottama (Vishnu) is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:43 (09.06)–15:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:45–07:15 (11.06)
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–15:13 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–00:22 (11.06)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:13–03:45 (11.06)
Anandadi: Vajra 03:46–00:22 (11.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 00:22–03:45 (11.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:13 (09.06)–06:50
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:42 (11.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:22–18:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:18–12:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:50–19:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:57–08:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:15–08:25, 13:04–14:13 |
| Varjyam | 20:29–22:02 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:46–09:35, 12:35–18:37
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:46–09:35, 12:35–18:37 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:46–09:35, 12:35–18:37 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:46–09:35, 12:35–21:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 15:13, Krishna-dvadashi from 15:13; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:10, Karka 06:36, Simha 09:35, Kanya 12:35, Tula 15:36, Vrischika 18:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Friday — universal respect.
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).
- 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 06:50
Auspicious time ends by 19:11
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–00:22 (11.06)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–15:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–00:22 (11.06)+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:46–19:11+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:13–03:45 (11.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 19:11–21:23−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:46–00:22 (11.06)−1 Gandanta 03:46–06:50
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 — Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 13:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 23:59 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 17:10 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:58 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:58 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 13:58 | karana Gara |
| from 17:10 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 23:59 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 01:26 (12.06) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | 01:37 |
| Moonset | 18:19 |
| Day length | 17 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 2, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:58 |
|---|
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 (03:45–21:13) is good for root crops.
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, 21:13–22:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 23:59–03:45 (12.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:45–23:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (12.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:15–20:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:07–10:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:40–16:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:45–05:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:45–04:55, 04:55–06:05 |
| Varjyam | 09:49–11:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 13:58, Krishna-trayodashi from 13:58; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:06, Karka 06:32, Simha 09:31, Kanya 12:32, Tula 15:32, Vrischika 18:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); 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
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.
0 Yoga Sukarma 17:10–03:45 (12.06)0 Adhika Masa−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:45–23:59−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–23:59
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 Sukarma; cons: Krishna Chaturdashi, Anandadi: Dhumra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 13:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 23:54 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 15:24 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:00 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:00 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 13:00 | karana Vishti |
| from 15:24 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 23:54 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 00:39 (13.06) | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 01:50 |
| Moonset | 19:50 |
| Day length | 17 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:00 |
|---|
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 (03:45–21:13) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:00–21:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 13:00–21:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:16–00:42 (13.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Prajapati 23:54–03:45 (13.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:45–23:54
- Bhadra in heaven: 13:00–00:39 (13.06); Bhadra Mukha 13:00–14:57; Bhadra Puchha 23:32–00:42 (13.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (13.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:31–23:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:02–21:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:29–14:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:51–19:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:54–20:04 |
| Varjyam | 11:56–13:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:45–09:27, 12:28–13:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 13:00, Krishna-chaturdashi from 13:00; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:03, Karka 06:28, Simha 09:27, Kanya 12:28, Tula 15:28, Vrischika 18:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 13:00–21:13: 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 Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:45–15:240 Adhika Masa−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:00–00:39 (13.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:45–23:54−1 Krishna Chaturdashi 13:00–03:45 (13.06)
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, Yoga Shula Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 12:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 00:13 (14.06) more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 13:56 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:24 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:24 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 12:24 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 13:56 | yoga Shula |
| from 00:13 (14.06) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 00:15 (14.06) | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 02:11 |
| Moonset | 21:14 |
| Day length | 17 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:24 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:45–21:14) is good for sowing.
- Shakuni 03:45–12:24: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 12:24–21:14: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:45–12:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 00:13–03:44 (14.06)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:45–00:13 (14.06) Anandadi: Ananda 00:13–03:44 (14.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:27 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (14.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:58–22:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:56–08:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:18–12:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:41–16:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–14:14, 16:34–17:44 |
| Varjyam | 16:07–17:44 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 12:24, Amavasya from 12:24; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 03:59, Karka 06:25, Simha 09:23, Kanya 12:24, Tula 15:24, Vrischika 18:25, Dhanu 21:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:45–12:24: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 12:24–21:14: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = +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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:45–00:13 (14.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–00:13 (14.06)+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:45–13:56+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Yoga Shula 13:56–15:51−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:45–12:24
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Adhika Amavasya · Bhaumvati Amavasya · Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba) |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 12:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 00:59 (15.06) more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 12:49 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:13 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:13 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 12:13 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 12:49 | yoga Ganda |
| from 00:19 (15.06) | karana Bava |
| from 00:59 (15.06) | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 02:44 |
| Moonset | 22:19 |
| Day length | 17 h 30 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 12:13 |
|---|---|
| Mithuna Sankranti | 16:32 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini) |
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 12:13 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (03:44–21:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Naga 03:44–12:13: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 12:13–21:15: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of the intercalary month: Purushottama Masa ends. Shraddha and charity on this day are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:24 (13.06)–12:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhaumvati Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
A new moon on a Tuesday (Bhauma — Mars): a day of ancestor rites and of propitiating Mars; it is believed to help free one from debts.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:24 (13.06)–12:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Gemini. In Odisha it is Raja Parba, the festival of Mother Earth and of the onset of the rainy season.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 16:32–21:15
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:13–03:44 (15.06) Yamaghanta 00:59–03:44 (15.06)
Anandadi: Chara 00:59–03:44 (15.06) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:44–00:59 (15.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:49–12:38
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (15.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:54–17:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:52–19:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:07–10:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:30–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:14–08:24, 23:51–00:16 (15.06) |
| Varjyam | 06:00–07:39 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:44–09:19, 12:20–21:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Amavasya until 12:13, Shukla-pratipat from 12:13; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:55, Karka 06:21, Simha 09:19, Kanya 12:20, Tula 15:20, Vrischika 18:21, Dhanu 21:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 03:44–12:13: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Sankranti at 16:32 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (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
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya, Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–00:59 (15.06)0 Adhika Masa0 Yoga Ganda 12:49–15:09−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:44–00:59 (15.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:13–03:44 (15.06)−3 Amavasya 03:44–12:13
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 weekday, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:33 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 02:17 (16.06) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 12:05 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:33 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:05 | yoga Vriddhi |
|---|---|
| from 12:33 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 12:33 | karana Balava |
| from 00:55 (16.06) | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:17 (16.06) | nakshatra Punarvasu |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 03:36 |
| Moonset | 23:04 |
| Day length | 17 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:33 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 21:15–23:04
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:15–23:04
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:33–03:44 (16.06)
Samvartaka Yoga 03:44–12:33
Anandadi: Musala 03:44–02:17 (16.06) Anandadi: Gada 02:17–03:44 (16.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:43 (16.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:45–17:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:30–14:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:56–08:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:18–12:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Varjyam | 09:50–11:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–09:15, 12:16–21:15
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:44–09:15, 12:16–21:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:44–09:15, 12:16–21:15 |
| Cutting toenails | average 03:44–09:15, 12:16–18:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 12:33–21:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 12:33, Shukla-dvitya from 12:33; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:51, Karka 06:17, Simha 09:15, Kanya 12:16, Tula 15:16, Vrischika 18:17, Dhanu 21:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; 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.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:33–03:44 (16.06)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 12:05–03:44 (16.06)+1 Auspicious tithi 12:33–03:44 (16.06)−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:44–02:17 (16.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–02:17 (16.06)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 03:44–12:33
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 13:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 04:07 (17.06) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 11:48 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:26 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:48 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 13:26 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 13:26 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:05 (17.06) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 04:45 |
| Moonset | 23:31 |
| Day length | 17 h 31 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 13:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (03:44–21:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day
Anandadi: Siddhi all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:43 (17.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:32–03:15 (17.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:41–16:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:44–05:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:07–10:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:35–10:45, 16:35–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 15:12–16:55 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:44–09:11, 12:12–18:13
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:44–09:11, 12:12–18:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 03:44–09:11, 12:12–18:13 |
| Cutting toenails | good 13:26–18:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:44–09:11, 12:12–20:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 13:26, Shukla-tritya from 13:26; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:47, Karka 06:13, Simha 09:11, Kanya 12:12, Tula 15:12, Vrischika 18:13, Dhanu 20:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:44–11:48+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–13:26+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 11:57 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 04:07 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 11:57 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:52 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:07 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 11:57 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 14:52 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 14:52 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 06:06 |
| Moonset | 23:47 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 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 04:07 | from 14:52 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (03:44–04:07) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (04:07–21:16) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:07 Ravi Yoga 04:07–03:44 (18.06)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:44–04:07 Anandadi: Utpata 04:07–03:44 (18.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:43 (18.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:27–01:12 (18.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:19–12:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:53–19:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:55–08:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:14–08:25, 13:05–14:15 |
| Varjyam | 12:54–14:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:44–09:07, 12:08–14:52
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 03:44–09:07, 12:08–14:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:44–09:07, 12:08–14:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:44–09:07, 12:08–14:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 04:07, Pushya from 04:07; tithi Shukla-tritya until 14:52, Shukla-chaturti from 14:52; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:09, Simha 09:07, Kanya 12:08, Tula 15:08, Vrischika 18:09, Dhanu 20:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 04:07) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 04:07) — increase in wealth; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 14:52–21:16: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 11:57
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:07–03:44 (18.06)+2 Pushya 04:07–03:44 (18.06)+1 Yoga Dhruva 03:44–11:57+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–14:520 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:070 Anandadi: Utpata 04:07–03:44 (18.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:44–04:070 Yoga Vyaghata 11:57–15:37−1 Rikta tithi 14:52–03:44 (18.06)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 16:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 06:29 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 12:29 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 03:47 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 03:47 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 06:29 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 12:29 | yoga Harshana |
| from 16:49 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 16:49 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 07:28 |
| Moonset | 23:58 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:29 | from 16:49 |
|---|
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, Pushya (03:44–06:29) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:47–16:49: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:45–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:44–06:29 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–16:49
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:49–03:44 (19.06)
Anandadi: Mitra 03:44–06:29 Anandadi: Manasa 06:29–03:44 (19.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 03:47–16:49; Bhadra Mukha 03:50–06:00; Bhadra Puchha 15:31–16:49
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:33–16:01 (19.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:43 (19.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:07–10:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:44–05:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:44–04:54, 04:54–06:04 |
| Varjyam | 20:46–22:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:49–18:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 16:49–18:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:49–18:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 16:49–20:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Pushya until 06:29, Ashlesha from 06:29; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 16:49, Shukla-panchami from 16:49; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:05, Simha 09:03, Kanya 12:04, Tula 15:04, Vrischika 18:05, Dhanu 20:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 06:29) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 06:29) — physical affliction (suffering); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 03:44–16:49: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 03:47–16:49: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Pushya 03:44–06:29+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–16:49+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:29–03:44 (19.06)+1 Yoga Harshana 12:29–03:44 (19.06)0 Ravi Yoga 03:44–06:290 Auspicious tithi 16:49–03:44 (19.06)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:49–03:44 (19.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:29–03:44 (19.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 03:44–16:49−3 Bhadra on earth 03:47–16:49
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Harshana; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 19:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 09:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 13:22 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 05:57 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:57 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 09:17 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 13:22 | yoga Vajra |
| from 19:10 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 19:10 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 08:48 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:17 | from 19:10 |
|---|
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, Magha (09:17–21:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 19:10–03:44 (20.06)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 09:17–03:44 (20.06)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:17–19:10 Yamaghanta 09:17–03:44 (20.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:10–03:44 (20.06)
Anandadi: Vajra 03:44–09:17 Anandadi: Mudgara 09:17–03:44 (20.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:33–16:01
- Gandanta (tithi): 18:43–19:36
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:43 (20.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:29–09:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:06–21:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:31–14:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:54–19:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:07 |
| Varjyam | 22:49–00:37 (20.06) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–08:59, 12:00–18:01
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 03:44–08:59, 12:00–18:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:44–08:59, 12:00–18:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:44–08:59, 12:00–19:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 09:17, Magha from 09:17; tithi Shukla-panchami until 19:10, Shukla-shashti from 19:10; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:01, Simha 08:59, Kanya 12:00, Tula 15:00, Vrischika 18:01, Dhanu 20:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 09:17) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 09:17) — loss of property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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 09:17–03:44 (20.06)+1 Yoga Harshana 03:44–13:22+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–19:100 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:17–19:10 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:10–03:44 (20.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 09:17–03:44 (20.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 13:22–14:37−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:44–09:17−1 Gandanta 03:44–16:01−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–09:17
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 21:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 12:21 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 14:25 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:25 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:25 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 12:21 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 14:25 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 21:43 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 21:43 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 10:06 |
| Moonset | 00:05 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 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 12:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (03:44–12:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (12:21–21:17) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:44–12:21
Hutashana Yoga 03:44–21:43 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–21:43 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:43–03:44 (21.06)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 12:21–03:44 (21.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:44–12:21
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:44 (21.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:38–11:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:56–08:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:19–12:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:42–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:06–14:16, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 21:23–23:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–08:55, 11:56–17:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:44–08:55, 11:56–17:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:44–08:55, 11:56–17:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:44–08:55, 11:56–20:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Magha until 12:21, Purva-Phalguni from 12:21; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:57, Simha 08:55, Kanya 11:56, Tula 14:56, Vrischika 17:58, Dhanu 20:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 12:21) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 12:21) — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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 03:44–12:21+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 12:21–03:44 (21.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Siddhi 14:25–03:44 (21.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:44–12:21−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–12:21−2 Hutashana Yoga 03:44–21:43−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–21:43
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 00:13 (22.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 15:28 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 15:30 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:59 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:59 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 15:28 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 15:30 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 00:13 (22.06) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 00:13 (22.06) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 11:21 |
| Moonset | 00:11 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Sky
| Summer solstice | 06:56 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:28 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (03:44–15:28) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (15:28–21:18) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 15:28–00:13 (22.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:13–03:44 (22.06)
Hutashana Yoga 03:44–00:13 (22.06) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–00:13 (22.06)
Anandadi: Prajapati 15:28–03:44 (22.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:44–15:28
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:13–13:23 (22.06); Bhadra Puchha 02:11–03:30 (22.06); Bhadra Mukha 03:30–05:41 (22.06)
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 | 02:53–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:44 (22.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:14–10:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:54–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:08–10:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:31–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:15–08:25, 23:52–00:18 (22.06) |
| Varjyam | 23:32–01:20 (22.06) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–08:51, 11:52–15:30
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 03:44–08:51, 11:52–15:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:44–08:51, 11:52–15:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:44–08:51, 11:52–21:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 15:28, Uttara-Phalguni from 15:28; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:53, Simha 08:51, Kanya 11:52, Tula 14:52, Vrischika 17:54, Dhanu 20:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 15:28) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 15:28) — destruction of all diseases; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 15:30–21:18: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 03:44–15:30+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–00:13 (22.06)0 Anandadi: Prajapati 15:28–03:44 (22.06)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:28–03:44 (22.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 15:28–00:13 (22.06)−1 Vyatipata 15:30–03:44 (22.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:44–15:28−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–15:28−2 Hutashana Yoga 03:44–00:13 (22.06)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–00:13 (22.06)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:26 (23.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 18:22 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 16:26 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:23 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:23 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 16:26 | yoga Variyana |
| from 18:22 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 02:26 (23.06) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:26 (23.06) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 12:36 |
| Moonset | 00:16 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (03:44–18:22) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (18:22–21:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:44–13:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:13–02:26 (23.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:22–03:45 (23.06)
Hutashana Yoga 03:44–02:26 (23.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–02:26 (23.06) Krakacha Yoga 02:26–03:45 (23.06)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:44–18:22 Anandadi: Ananda 18:22–03:45 (23.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:13–13:23; Bhadra Puchha 02:11–03:30; Bhadra Mukha 03:30–05:41
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:44 (23.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:18–12:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:31–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:56–08:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:19–12:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:56–13:06 |
| Varjyam | 03:38–05:24 (23.06) |
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 03:44–08:47, 11:48–20:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 18:22, Hasta from 18:22; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:49, Simha 08:47, Kanya 11:48, Tula 14:48, Vrischika 17:50, Dhanu 20:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 18:22) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 18:22) — imparting radiance (to the person); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 03:44–21:18: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vyatipata 03:44–16:26: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Vyatipata
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:44–18:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–18:22+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:22–03:45 (23.06)0 Yoga Variyana 16:26–03:45 (23.06)0 Hutashana Yoga 03:44–02:26 (23.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–02:26 (23.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Ashtami 03:44–02:26 (23.06)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:44–02:26 (23.06)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:44–13:23−3 Vyatipata 03:44–16:26
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 — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 04:07 (24.06) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 20:50 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 17:01 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:21 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:21 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 17:01 | yoga Parigha |
| from 20:50 | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 13:53 |
| Moonset | 00:20 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 20:50 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (03:45–20:50) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (20:50–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 20:50–03:45 (24.06)
Hutashana Yoga all day Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Chara 20:50–03:45 (24.06) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:45–20:50
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:44 (24.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:13–15:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:43–16:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:45–05:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:08–10:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:36–10:46, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 03:38–05:24 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Hasta until 20:50, Chitra from 20:50; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:45, Simha 08:43, Kanya 11:44, Tula 14:45, Vrischika 17:46, Dhanu 20:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 20:50) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 20:50) — improvement of well-being; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 03:45–21:18: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–20:50+1 Yoga Variyana 03:45–17:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 20:50–03:45 (24.06)0 Anandadi: Chara 20:50–03:45 (24.06)0 Yoga Parigha 17:01–03:45 (24.06)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:45–20:50−2 Hutashana Yoga all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Musala |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 04:07 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 22:40 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 17:06 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 04:07 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:07 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 04:07 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:42 | karana Gara |
| from 17:06 | yoga Shiva |
| from 22:40 | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 15:13 |
| Moonset | 00:26 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (03:45–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–04:07 Hutashana Yoga 04:07–03:46 (25.06)
Anandadi: Musala 03:45–22:40 Anandadi: Gada 22:40–03:46 (25.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (25.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:46–17:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:20–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:55–19:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:57–08:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:16–08:26, 13:07–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 05:27–07:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:07–08:39, 11:40–17:42
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:07–08:39, 11:40–17:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:07–08:39, 11:40–17:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:07–08:39, 11:40–20:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-navami until 04:07, Shukla-dashami from 04:07; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:41, Simha 08:39, Kanya 11:40, Tula 14:41, Vrischika 17:42, Dhanu 20:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 03:45–04:07: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–22:40+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:07–03:46 (25.06)0 Yoga Shiva 17:06–03:46 (25.06)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:07–03:46 (25.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–04:07 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Parigha 03:45–05:04−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:45–22:40−2 Rikta tithi 03:45–04:07
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 17:16 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 05:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 23:43 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 16:36 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 05:05 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:05 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:05 | karana Vanija |
| from 16:36 | yoga Siddha |
| from 17:16 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:43 | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 16:38 |
| Moonset | 00:33 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (03:46–21:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:16–21:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:46–23:43 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–23:43 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:46–23:43
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–05:05 Hutashana Yoga 05:05–03:46 (26.06)
Anandadi: Siddhi 03:46–23:43 Anandadi: Shubha 23:43–03:46 (26.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:16–05:16 (26.06); Bhadra Puchha 22:00–23:13; Bhadra Mukha 23:13–01:14 (26.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:40–05:29
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (26.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:32–16:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:09–10:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:46–05:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:46–04:56, 04:56–06:06 |
| Varjyam | 04:30–06:11 |
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 03:46–08:36, 11:36–17:38 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-dashami until 05:05, Shukla-ekadashi from 05:05; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:37, Simha 08:36, Kanya 11:36, Tula 14:37, Vrischika 17:38, Dhanu 20:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 17:16
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–23:43+2 Ravi Yoga 03:46–23:43+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:46–23:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–23:43+1 Yoga Shiva 03:46–16:36+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–05:05+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:46–23:430 Hutashana Yoga 05:05–03:46 (26.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–05:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:16–03:46 (26.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 05:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 23:59 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 15:27 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 05:16 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:16 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:16 | karana Bava |
| from 15:27 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 17:03 | karana Balava |
| from 23:59 | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 18:07 |
| Moonset | 00:42 |
| Day length | 17 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 2, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:16 |
|---|
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, Vishakha (03:46–21:18) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:46–05:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) · Vishnu
The strictest Ekadashi of the year: a fast without food and even without water, from sunrise to sunrise. According to legend, Bhima observed only this one, and this single fast equals all 24 Ekadashis of the year. Water, water pots, umbrellas and fans are given in charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:05 (25.06)–05:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:47–04:38 (27.06)
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 05:16–23:59
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–05:16 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:16–03:47 (27.06) Hutashana Yoga 05:16–03:47 (27.06) Krakacha Yoga 05:16–03:47 (27.06)
Anandadi: Utpata 03:46–23:59 Anandadi: Mrityu 23:59–03:47 (27.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:16 (25.06)–05:16; Bhadra Puchha 22:00–23:13 (25.06); Bhadra Mukha 23:13 (25.06)–01:14
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 | 02:54–03:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (27.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:06–16:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:06–21:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:55–19:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:08 |
| Varjyam | 05:23–07:00 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:46–05:16
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:46–05:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 03:46–05:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:46–05:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 05:16, Shukla-dvadashi from 05:16; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:33, Simha 08:32, Kanya 11:33, Tula 14:33, Vrischika 17:34, Dhanu 20:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Sunday — physical well-being.
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 = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Siddha 03:46–15:27+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–05:160 Tripushkar Yoga 05:16–23:590 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–05:160 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:46–05:16−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:16–03:47 (27.06)−2 Hutashana Yoga 05:16–03:47 (27.06)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 03:46–23:59−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:16–03:47 (27.06)
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 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 04:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 23:30 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 13:40 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 04:38 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:38 | tithi Shukla-triodashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 04:38 | karana Kaulava |
| from 13:40 | yoga Shubha |
| from 16:02 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:30 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 03:16 (28.06) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 03:16 (28.06) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 19:38 |
| Moonset | 00:58 |
| Day length | 17 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 1, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:38 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (03:47–21:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:18–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–23:30 Ravi Yoga 23:30–03:47 (28.06)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–04:38
Anandadi: Manasa 03:47–23:30 Anandadi: Padma 23:30–03:47 (28.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:55–03:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:18–21:31 |
| Pradosha | 21:18–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (28.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:19–14:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:58–08:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:21–12:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:07–14:17, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 03:55–05:29 |
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 03:47–08:28, 11:29–17:30 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:47–08:28, 11:29–20:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 04:38, Shukla-triodashi from 04:38; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:29, Simha 08:28, Kanya 11:29, Tula 14:29, Vrischika 17:30, Dhanu 20:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–23:30+1 Anandadi: Manasa 03:47–23:30+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–23:30+1 Yoga Sadhya 03:47–13:40+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:38–03:16 (28.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–04:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Kshaya tithi
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 01:15 (29.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 22:22 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:19 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:20 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:19 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 14:20 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:22 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 01:15 (29.06) | tithi Purnima |
| from 01:15 (29.06) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 20:59 |
| Moonset | 01:24 |
| Day length | 17 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (03:47–21:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 03:47–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:47–22:22
Anandadi: Chhatra 22:22–03:48 (29.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:47–22:22
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:15–12:03 (29.06); Bhadra Puchha 08:14–09:19 (29.06); Bhadra Mukha 09:19–11:06 (29.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:42–04:00 (29.06)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:55–03:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (29.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:59–15:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:55–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:10–10:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:32–14:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:17–08:27, 23:54–00:20 (29.06) |
| Varjyam | 04:50–06:22 |
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 Jyestha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:26, Simha 08:24, Kanya 11:25, Tula 14:25, Vrischika 17:26, Dhanu 20:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 03:47–21:17: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 03:47–11:19+2 Ravi Yoga 03:47–22:22−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 03:47–22:22−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:47–22:22−2 Rikta tithi 03:47–01:15 (29.06)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
| Festivals | Vat Purnima Vrat · Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima) |
At sunrise 03:48
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 22:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 20:43 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 08:30 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:03 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:30 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 12:03 | karana Bava |
| from 20:43 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 22:45 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 22:45 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:48 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 21:58 |
| Moonset | 02:10 |
| Day length | 17 h 29 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 22:45 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 20:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (03:48–20:43) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (20:43–21:17) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:48–12:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vat Purnima Vrat · Savitri and Satyavan
The same as Vat Savitri, in the tradition of Maharashtra, Gujarat and the South: women fast for the long life of their husbands and circumambulate a banyan tree with thread. It is observed by the “chaturdashi viddha” rule — often on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:17–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Jyeshtha: Snana Purnima (the ceremonial bathing of Jagannath in Puri) and Kabir Jayanti; women observe Vat Purnima.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:15–22:45
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 03:48–20:43 Samvartaka Yoga 22:45–03:49 (30.06)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:48–20:43 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 20:43–03:49 (30.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:15–12:03; Bhadra Puchha 08:14–09:19; Bhadra Mukha 09:19–11:06
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:42 (28.06)–04:00
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:24–23:06
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (30.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:46–16:15 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:32–14:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:59–08:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:21–12:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:57–13:07 |
| Varjyam | 19:14–20:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:48–08:20, 11:21–20:07, 20:43–21:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mula until 20:43, Purva-Ashadha from 20:43; tithi Purnima; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:22, Simha 08:20, Kanya 11:21, Tula 14:21, Vrischika 17:22, Dhanu 20:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 20:43) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 20:43) — 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:
- Purnima 03:48–21:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −2
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Yoga Brahma 08:30–03:49 (30.06)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:48–20:43+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:48–12:03−1 Gandanta 03:48–04:00−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:48–20:43−3 Yamaghanta 03:48–20:43
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 18:43 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1910 · Vikram 2045 more |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 19:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 18:43 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 05:18 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:22 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:18 | yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| from 09:22 | karana Kaulava |
| from 18:43 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 19:55 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 19:55 | karana Taitila |
| from 01:52 (01.07) | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 22:34 |
| Moonset | 03:24 |
| Day length | 17 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:43 | from 19:55 |
|---|
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, Purva-Ashadha (03:49–18:43) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (18:43–21:17) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 18:43–19:55
Anandadi: Prajapati 03:49–18:43 Anandadi: Saumya 18:43–03:49 (01.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (01.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:19–15:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:44–16:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:49–06:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:11–10:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:38–10:48, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 05:31–06:59, 01:59–03:26 (01.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:49–08:16, 11:17–17:18, 18:43–21:17
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:49–08:16, 11:17–17:18, 18:43–21:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:49–08:16, 11:17–17:18, 18:43–21:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:49–08:16, 11:17–20:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 18:43, Uttara-Ashadha from 18:43; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 19:55, Krishna-dvitya from 19:55; lagna Mithuna 03:49, Karka 05:18, Simha 08:16, Kanya 11:17, Tula 14:17, Vrischika 17:18, Dhanu 20:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 18:43) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 18:43) — improved health; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 18:43
+2 Yoga Brahma 03:49–05:18+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 03:49–18:43+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:49–19:550 Auspicious nakshatra 18:43–03:49 (01.07)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 18:43–19:55−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:49–18:43
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
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: Vikrama (No. 14)
Shaka Samvat 1910 · Vikram Samvat 2045 · Kali Yuga 5089
Next year — Shukla, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 6.04.1989
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 day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of 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.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The 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 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — 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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
+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.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: 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)
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: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
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.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The 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.
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.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: 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: 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)
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.
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 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-shashti
plowing the ground
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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.
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 Sunday: the “illness” Panchaka — people guard their health and do not start medical treatment or journeys.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: 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: 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
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.
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 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: 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: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Inauspicious: 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.
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 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
−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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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: 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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-navami
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 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
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: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: 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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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: 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: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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)
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
+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.
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-tritya
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
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: 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): 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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
do not fell trees, any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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 trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
plowing the ground
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
−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: 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: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Planting and sowing are allowed.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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: 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
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 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).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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)
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: 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): 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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
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.