June 2043 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Vaishakha (until 7.06), Jyeshtha (from 8.06). Major festivals: 17.06 Ganga Dussehra; 18.06 Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi).
Icons this month (20)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 4.06 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa, Auspicious nakshatra after 07:40
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 8.06 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra until 12:45
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 11.06 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Ravi Yoga after 06:54 until 07:30
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 20.06 Sat — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita until 03:58
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 24.06 Wed — Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shrivatsa after 08:17
Uttara-Ashadha (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 30.06 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Siddhi after 17:02
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Festivals
- 3.06 Wed Apara Ekadashi (Achala)
- 4.06 Thu Apara Ekadashi (Achala) — Vaishnava fast
- 4.06 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 5.06 Fri Masik Shivaratri
- 6.06 Sat Vat Savitri Vrat
- 7.06 Sun Vaishakha Amavasya
- 7.06 Sun Shani Jayanti
- 8.06 Mon Chandra Darshan
- 10.06 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 12.06 Fri Skanda Shashti
- 14.06 Sun Masik Durgashtami
- 15.06 Mon Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)
- 17.06 Wed Ganga Dussehra
- 18.06 Thu Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi)
- 19.06 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 21.06 Sun Vat Purnima Vrat
- 22.06 Mon Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)
- 25.06 Thu Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
- 29.06 Mon Kalashtami
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–03:51 (03.06)
- 4.06 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–23:53
- 6.06 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:21–03:48 (07.06)
- 6.06 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:21–03:48 (07.06)
- 8.06 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:47–12:45
- 8.06 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–12:45
- 11.06 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:46–07:30
- 11.06 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 03:46–07:30
- 11.06 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–07:30
- 14.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:07–03:44 (15.06)
- 19.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:57–03:44 (20.06)
- 26.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–10:48
- 28.06 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 19:43–03:48 (29.06)
- 30.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:49–10:52
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 3.06 Wed — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Utpata, Panchaka
- 6.06 Sat — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Vishti (Bhadra)
- 7.06 Sun — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Shula
- 10.06 Wed — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Bhadra on earth
- 14.06 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Ashtami
- 15.06 Mon — Vyatipata, Sankranti day, Tryahasparsha
- 21.06 Sun — Anandadi: Kana, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 25.06 Thu — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
Sky this month
- 7.06 New moon (Amavasya) 13:35
- 15.06 Mithuna Sankranti 18:46 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)
- 21.06 Summer solstice 13:58
- 22.06 Full moon (Purnima) 17:20
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- 30.05 17:41 – 4.06 02:12 Mrityu Panchaka
- 26.06 23:12 – 1.07 09:42 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Rudhirodgari (No. 57, “spewing blood”) — A bloody year: wars, violence and wounds; a time for caution. more
Northern samvatsara: Dhata. Shaka Samvat 1965, Vikram Samvat 2100, Kali Yuga 5144.
Vaishakha (Madhava) — The best month for early-morning holy baths, dana and the worship of Vishnu: Akshaya Tritiya, Narasimha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima. more
Jyeshtha (Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 05:55 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 17:51 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:54 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:55 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 09:54 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 09:54 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:51 | yoga Priti |
| from 21:15 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:59 |
| Moonrise | 01:44 |
| Moonset | 12:32 |
| Day length | 17 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:55 | from 09:54 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (03:53–05:55) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (05:55–21:02) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:55–09:54
Anandadi: Amrita 03:53–05:55 Anandadi: Musala 05:55–03:52 (02.06)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 17:41 (30.05)–02:12 (04.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:58–03:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:27 |
| Godhuli | 21:02–21:15 |
| Pradosha | 21:02–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:41 (02.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:30–23:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:02–08:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:19–12:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:36–16:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–14:10, 16:27–17:36 |
| Varjyam | 12:09–13:42 |
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 03:53–05:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 05:55, Purva-Bhadra from 05:55; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 09:54, Krishna-navami from 09:54; lagna Vrishabha 03:53, Mithuna 04:50, Karka 07:17, Simha 10:16, Kanya 13:17, Tula 16:17, Vrischika 19:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 05:55) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 05:55) — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:53–09:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 09:54–21:02: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:53–05:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Priti 17:51–03:52 (02.06)0 Anandadi: Amrita 03:53–05:550 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:55–09:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:55–03:52 (02.06)−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:55–03:52 (02.06)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Rikta tithi 09:54–03:52 (02.06)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 08:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 05:17 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 15:26 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:25 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:17 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 08:25 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 08:25 | karana Vanija |
| from 15:26 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 19:27 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:03 |
| End of twilight | 22:00 |
| Moonrise | 01:50 |
| Moonset | 14:01 |
| Day length | 17 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 2, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:17 | from 08:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (03:52–05:17) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (05:17–21:03) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:27–21:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–03:51 (03.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:17–03:51 (03.06)
Krakacha Yoga 08:25–03:51 (03.06)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:17–03:51 (03.06) Anandadi: Kana 03:52–05:17
- Bhadra on earth: 19:27–06:19 (03.06); Bhadra Puchha 21:00–22:06; Bhadra Mukha 22:06–23:56
- Mrityu Panchaka: 17:41 (30.05)–02:12 (04.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:57–03:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 21:03–21:17 |
| Pradosha | 21:03–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (03.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:29–01:00 (03.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:45–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:10–10:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:28–14:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:18–08:27, 23:46–00:14 (03.06) |
| Varjyam | 14:23–15:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:25–10:12, 13:13–19:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:25–10:12, 13:13–19:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:25–10:12, 13:13–19:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:17–21:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 05:17, Uttara-Bhadra from 05:17; tithi Krishna-navami until 08:25, Krishna-dashami from 08:25; lagna Vrishabha 03:52, Mithuna 04:46, Karka 07:13, Simha 10:12, Kanya 13:13, Tula 16:13, Vrischika 19:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 05:17) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 05:17) — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 03:52–08:25: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 19:27–21:03: 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
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–03:51 (03.06)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:17–03:51 (03.06)+1 Yoga Priti 03:52–15:26+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:17–03:51 (03.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:17–03:51 (03.06)0 Anandadi: Kana 03:52–05:170 Bhadra on earth 19:27–03:51 (03.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:52–05:17−2 Rikta tithi 03:52–08:25−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:25–03:51 (03.06)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Apara Ekadashi (Achala) |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 06:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 04:02 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 12:31 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:19 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:02 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 06:19 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
| from 06:19 | karana Bava |
| from 12:31 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 17:02 | karana Balava |
| from 02:12 (04.06) | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 03:38 (04.06) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 03:38 (04.06) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 21:04 |
| End of twilight | 22:02 |
| Moonrise | 01:56 |
| Moonset | 15:33 |
| Day length | 17 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:02 | from 06:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:51–04:02) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (04:02–21:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:51–06:19: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Apara Ekadashi (Achala) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Vaishakha (Jyeshtha in North India). The fast grants “boundless” merit and removes grave misdeeds; Trivikrama (Vishnu) is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:19–03:38 (04.06)
kshaya Ekadashi does not prevail at sunrise: Smartas fast on the day it begins, Vaishnavas on the next day
Parana (breaking the fast): 14:11–17:38 (04.06)
Vaishnava date: 4.06
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:38–03:50 (04.06)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:51–04:02 Anandadi: Utpata 04:02–02:12 (04.06) Anandadi: Mrityu 02:12–03:50 (04.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 19:27 (02.06)–06:19; Bhadra Puchha 21:00–22:06 (02.06); Bhadra Mukha 22:06–23:56 (02.06)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 17:41 (30.05)–02:12 (04.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:57–06:40
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:43–07:40 (04.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:57–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 21:04–21:18 |
| Pradosha | 21:04–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (04.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:59–01:28 (04.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:28–14:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:00–08:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:19–12:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 15:07–16:36 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:19–10:08, 13:09–19:10
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:19–10:08, 13:09–19:10 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:19–10:08, 13:09–19:10 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:51–10:08, 13:09–21:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 04:02, Revati from 04:02; tithi Krishna-dashami until 06:19, Krishna-ekadashi from 06:19; lagna Vrishabha 03:51, Mithuna 04:42, Karka 07:09, Simha 10:08, Kanya 13:09, Tula 16:09, Vrischika 19:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 04:02) — a good life; Revati (from 04:02) — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 03:51–06:19: 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 = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–04:02+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:51–12:31+1 Auspicious weekday0 Bhadra on earth 03:51–06:19−1 Panchaka 03:51–02:12 (04.06)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Anandadi: Utpata 04:02–02:12 (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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — after 07:40 |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Apara Ekadashi (Achala) — Vaishnava fast · Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 00:29 (05.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 23:53 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 09:09 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:07 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:09 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 14:07 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:53 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 00:29 (05.06) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 00:29 (05.06) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:05 |
| End of twilight | 22:03 |
| Moonrise | 02:03 |
| Moonset | 17:11 |
| Day length | 17 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Apara Ekadashi (Achala) — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 3.06
Ekadashi does not prevail at any sunrise (kshaya): Smartas fast on the day it begins, Vaishnavas on the next day, on Dwadashi.
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:05–22:26
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the day it begins is chosen
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–23:53
Anandadi: Manasa 03:50–23:53 Anandadi: Padma 23:53–03:50 (05.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:43 (03.06)–07:40
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 21:05–21:19 |
| Pradosha | 21:05–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:41 (05.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:23–18:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:37–16:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:50–06:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:09–10:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:35–10:44, 16:29–17:38 |
| Varjyam | 20:16–21:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:50–10:04, 13:05–19:06
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:50–10:04, 13:05–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:50–10:04, 13:05–19:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:50–10:04, 13:05–21:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:38, Karka 07:06, Simha 10:04, Kanya 13:05, Tula 16:05, Vrischika 19:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; 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
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 07:40
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–23:53+1 Anandadi: Manasa 03:50–23:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–23:53+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:50–09:09+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Gandanta 03:50–07:40
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 Shobhana, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Mudgara |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 20:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 21:13 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 05:24 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:46 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:24 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 10:46 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:59 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 20:59 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:13 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 01:24 (06.06) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:05 |
| Moonrise | 02:13 |
| Moonset | 18:54 |
| Day length | 17 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 20:59 |
|---|
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 (03:50–21:07) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 20:59–21:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 20:59–21:07: 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, 00:14–00:41 (06.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chhatra 21:13–03:49 (06.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:50–21:13
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:59–07:10 (06.06); Bhadra Mukha 20:59–22:41; Bhadra Puchha 06:08–07:09 (06.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:23 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 16:57–18:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:18–12:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:47–18:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:59–08:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:17–08:26, 13:03–14:12 |
| Varjyam | 08:25–09:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:50–10:00, 13:01–19:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:50–10:00, 13:01–19:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:50–10:00, 13:01–19:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:50–10:00, 13:01–21:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 20:59, Krishna-chaturdashi from 20:59; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:34, Karka 07:02, Simha 10:00, Kanya 13:01, Tula 16:01, Vrischika 19:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 20:59–21:07: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:50–05:24+1 Auspicious weekday0 Vishti (Bhadra) 20:59–03:49 (06.06)0 Krishna Chaturdashi 20:59–03:49 (06.06)0 Yoga Atiganda 05:24–07:24−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 03:50–21:13−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:50–21:13
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Vat Savitri Vrat |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 17:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 18:21 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 21:16 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:10 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:10 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 17:18 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 17:18 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 18:21 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 21:16 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 03:26 (07.06) | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:06 |
| Moonrise | 02:28 |
| Moonset | 20:39 |
| Day length | 17 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:18 | from 18:21 |
|---|
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, Krittika (03:49–18:21) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (18:21–21:08) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:49–07:10: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 07:10–17:18: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 17:18–21:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:49–17:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Vat Savitri Vrat · Savitri and Satyavan
Married women fast for the long life of their husbands in memory of Savitri, who won Satyavan back from Yama, and circumambulate a banyan tree, winding thread around its trunk (northern tradition; in West and South India — on Vat Purnima).
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:08–22:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–17:18 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:21–03:48 (07.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:21–03:48 (07.06)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:49–18:21 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 18:21–03:48 (07.06)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:31–07:10; Bhadra Puchha 06:08–07:09
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:55–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:08–21:21 |
| Pradosha | 21:08–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:41 (07.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:14–17:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:08–10:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:38–16:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:49–05:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:49–04:58, 04:58–06:07 |
| Varjyam | 07:47–09:12 |
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 18:21–21:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika until 18:21, Rohini from 18:21; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 17:18, Amavasya from 17:18; lagna Vrishabha 03:49, Mithuna 04:30, Karka 06:58, Simha 09:56, Kanya 12:57, Tula 15:57, Vrischika 18:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 18:21) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 18:21) — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:49–17:18: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 17:18–21:08: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–17:18+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:49–18:21+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:49–21:16+1 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:21–03:48 (07.06)0 Auspicious nakshatra 18:21–03:48 (07.06)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:49–07:10−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:49–17:18
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Vaishakha (amanta) · Jyeshtha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Shani Jayanti · Vaishakha Amavasya |
At sunrise 03:48
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 13:35 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 15:28 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 17:08 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 13:35 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:35 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 13:35 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 15:28 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 17:08 | yoga Shula |
| from 23:46 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:48 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:09 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | 02:53 |
| Moonset | 22:13 |
| Day length | 17 h 20 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 13:35 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:35 | 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, Rohini (03:48–15:28) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (15:28–21:09) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Naga 03:48–13:35: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 13:35–21:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shani Jayanti · Shani (Saturn)
The birthday of Shani (Saturn), the son of Surya. His image is bathed with oil (taila abhisheka), black sesame is offered and oil lamps are lit to pacify Shani.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 17:18 (06.06)–13:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vaishakha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Vaishakha: Shani Jayanti and (in North India) Vat Savitri Vrat.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 17:18 (06.06)–13:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:35–03:47 (08.06)
Anandadi: Prajapati 03:48–15:28 Anandadi: Saumya 15:28–03:47 (08.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 13:14–13:55
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:55–03:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:09–21:22 |
| Pradosha | 21:09–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:41 (08.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:39–14:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:59–21:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:28–14:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:49–18:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:50–19:59 |
| Varjyam | 08:26–09:50, 20:26–21:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:35–18:54
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 13:35–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 13:35–18:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:48–09:52, 12:53–21:09 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 15:28, Mrigashirsha from 15:28; tithi Amavasya until 13:35, Shukla-pratipat from 13:35; lagna Vrishabha 03:48, Mithuna 04:27, Karka 06:54, Simha 09:52, Kanya 12:53, Tula 15:53, Vrischika 18:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 15:28) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 15:28) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 03:48–13:35: 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).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 03:48–15:28+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–15:28+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:48–17:080 Yoga Shula 17:08–18:48−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:35–03:47 (08.06)−3 Amavasya 03:48–13:35
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; auspicious time — until 12:45 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 10:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 12:45 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 13:09 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:01 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:01 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 10:01 | karana Balava |
| from 12:45 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 13:09 | yoga Ganda |
| from 20:21 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:09 |
| Moonrise | 03:36 |
| Moonset | 23:22 |
| Day length | 17 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:01 | from 12:45 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (03:47–12:45) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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, 21:10–23:22
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:10–23:22
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:47–12:45 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–12:45
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:01–03:47 (09.06)
Anandadi: Ananda 03:47–12:45 Anandadi: Kaladanda 12:45–03:47 (09.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:03 |
| 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 | 04:57–06:22, 01:23–02:50 (09.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:58–08:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:18–12:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:39–16:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–14:13, 16:32–17:41 |
| Varjyam | 20:20–21:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 03:47–12:45, 12:49–18:50 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 12:49–21:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 12:45, Ardra from 12:45; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 10:01, Shukla-dvitya from 10:01; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:23, Karka 06:50, Simha 09:48, Kanya 12:49, Tula 15:49, Vrischika 18:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 12:45) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 12:45) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 12:45
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:47–12:45+1 Anandadi: Ananda 03:47–12:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–12:45+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 10:01–03:47 (09.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:01–03:47 (09.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Ganda 13:09–15:110 Anandadi: Kaladanda 12:45–03:47 (09.06)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:45–03:47 (09.06)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious tithi; cons: Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 06:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 10:24 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 09:29 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 06:47 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:47 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 06:47 | karana Taitila |
| from 09:29 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 10:24 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 17:21 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 04:47 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 17 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:47 | from 10:24 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (10:24–21:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:47–03:46 (10.06)
Yamaghanta 03:47–10:24
Anandadi: Chara 03:47–10:24 Anandadi: Sthira 10:24–03:46 (10.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| 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 | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:50–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:08–10:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:29–14:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:16–08:25, 23:49–00:15 (10.06) |
| Varjyam | 21:30–22:59 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:47–09:44, 10:24–21:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:47–09:44, 10:24–21:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:47–09:44, 10:24–21:11 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:47–09:44, 10:24–21:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:47–10:24, 12:45–21:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 10:24, Punarvasu from 10:24; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 06:47, Shukla-tritya from 06:47; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:19, Karka 06:46, Simha 09:44, Kanya 12:45, Tula 15:45, Vrischika 18:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 10:24) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 10:24) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chara 03:47–10:24+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–06:47+1 Yoga Vriddhi 09:29–03:46 (10.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:24–03:46 (10.06)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:47–03:46 (10.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:47–10:24−3 Yamaghanta 03:47–10:24
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 04:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 08:36 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 06:16 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 04:04 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:04 | tithi Shukla-chaturti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 04:04 | karana Vanija |
| from 06:16 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 08:36 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 14:57 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:00 (11.06) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 02:00 (11.06) | karana Bava |
| from 03:36 (11.06) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:12 |
| Moonrise | 06:17 |
| Moonset | 00:02 |
| Day length | 17 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:04 | from 08:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (03:46–08:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:36–21:12) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:57–21:12: 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), 10:44–14:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:36–03:46 (11.06)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–04:04 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–04:04
Anandadi: Matanga 08:36–03:46 (11.06) Anandadi: Gada 03:46–08:36
- Bhadra on earth: 14:57–02:00 (11.06); Bhadra Mukha 15:02–16:52; Bhadra Puchha 00:55–02:00 (11.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (11.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:23–07:52, 01:24–02:55 (11.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:29–14:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:57–08:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:18–12:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 16:14–17:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:46–04:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:46–04:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:46–04:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:46–04:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 08:36, Pushya from 08:36; tithi Shukla-tritya until 04:04, Shukla-chaturti from 04:04; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:15, Karka 06:42, Simha 09:40, Kanya 12:41, Tula 15:41, Vrischika 18:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 08:36) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 08:36) — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 04:04–21:12: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 14:57–21:12: 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 = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:36–03:46 (11.06)+1 Pushya 08:36–03:46 (11.06)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:36–03:46 (11.06)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:46–06:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–04:040 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–04:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–04:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:04–02:00 (11.06)−1 Anandadi: Gada 03:46–08:36−1 Bhadra on earth 14:57–02:00 (11.06)−2 Rikta tithi 04:04–02:00 (11.06)−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 | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — after 06:54; auspicious time — until 07:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:45 (12.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 07:30 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 01:35 (12.06) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:16 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:30 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 13:16 | karana Balava |
| from 00:45 (12.06) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 00:45 (12.06) | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:35 (12.06) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | 07:53 |
| Moonset | 00:25 |
| Day length | 17 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:30 |
|---|
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 (03:46–07:30) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:46–07:30 Guru Pushya Yoga 03:46–07:30 Ravi Yoga 03:46–07:30 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–07:30 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–00:45 (12.06)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:45–03:45 (12.06)
Anandadi: Shubha 03:46–07:30 Anandadi: Amrita 07:30–03:45 (12.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:22–01:08 (12.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:12–13:15 (12.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (12.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:40–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:46–05:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:07–10:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:35–10:44, 16:33–17:43 |
| Varjyam | 20:08–21:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:46–07:30
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 | good 03:46–07:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:46–07:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:46–07:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya until 07:30, Ashlesha from 07:30; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:11, Karka 06:38, Simha 09:36, Kanya 12:37, Tula 15:38, Vrischika 18:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 07:30) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 07:30) — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +12
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 06:54
Auspicious time ends by 07:30
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:46–07:30+2 Pushya 03:46–07:30+2 Ravi Yoga 03:46–07:30+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–00:45 (12.06)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 03:46–07:30+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–00:45 (12.06)0 Yoga Vyaghata 03:46–06:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:30–03:45 (12.06)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Harshana; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:20 (13.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 07:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 00:16 (13.06) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:26 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:12 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 12:26 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:16 (13.06) | yoga Vajra |
| from 00:20 (13.06) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 00:20 (13.06) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 09:25 |
| Moonset | 00:38 |
| Day length | 17 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:12 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:12–21:13) 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: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:45–00:20 (13.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–00:20 (13.06) Ravi Yoga 07:12–03:45 (13.06)
Krakacha Yoga 00:20–03:45 (13.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:20–03:45 (13.06)
Anandadi: Mrityu 03:45–07:12 Anandadi: Kana 07:12–03:45 (13.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:12–13:15
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
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 | 05:37–07:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:18–12:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:51–19:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:56–08:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:15–08:25, 13:04–14:14 |
| Varjyam | 19:28–21:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:45–09:33, 12:33–18:35
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 03:45–09:33, 12:33–18:35 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:45–09:33, 12:33–18:35 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:45–09:33, 12:33–21:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 07:12, Magha from 07:12; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:07, Karka 06:34, Simha 09:33, Kanya 12:33, Tula 15:34, Vrischika 18:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 07:12) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 07:12) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:12–03:45 (13.06)+1 Yoga Harshana 03:45–00:16 (13.06)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Kana 07:12–03:45 (13.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–00:20 (13.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:45–07:12−1 Gandanta 03:45–13:15−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–07:12
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 00:47 (14.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 07:45 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:37 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:27 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:45 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 12:27 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:37 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 00:47 (14.06) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 00:47 (14.06) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 10:51 |
| Moonset | 00:47 |
| Day length | 17 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:45 |
|---|
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, Magha (03:45–07:45) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:45–21:14) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:45–07:45
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–00:47 (14.06)
Anandadi: Padma 03:45–07:45 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:45–03:45 (14.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:47–13:18 (14.06); Bhadra Puchha 02:40–03:56 (14.06); Bhadra Mukha 03:56–06:02 (14.06)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:27 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:42 (14.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:18–06:56, 02:21–04:03 (14.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:07–10:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:41–16:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:45–05:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:45–04:55, 04:55–06:05 |
| Varjyam | 16:12–17:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:45–09:29, 12:30–18:31
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 03:45–09:29, 12:30–18:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:45–09:29, 12:30–18:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:45–09:29, 12:30–21:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 07:45, Purva-Phalguni from 07:45; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:03, Karka 06:30, Simha 09:29, Kanya 12:30, Tula 15:30, Vrischika 18:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 07:45) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 07:45) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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 03:45–07:45+1 Anandadi: Padma 03:45–07:45+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–00:47 (14.06)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:45–03:45 (14.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–07:45−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–00:47 (14.06)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:01 (15.06) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 09:07 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 23:35 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:18 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:07 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 13:18 | karana Bava |
| from 23:35 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 02:01 (15.06) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:01 (15.06) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 12:12 |
| Moonset | 00:54 |
| Day length | 17 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 5, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:07 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (03:45–09:07) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (09:07–21:15) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:45–13:18: 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 00:47–02:01 (15.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:07–03:44 (15.06)
Anandadi: Chhatra 03:45–09:07 Anandadi: Mitra 09:07–03:44 (15.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:47–13:18; Bhadra Puchha 02:40–03:56; Bhadra Mukha 03:56–06:02
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:43 (15.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:21–04:03, 03:23–05:08 (15.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:03–21:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:30–14:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:52–19:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:55–20:05 |
| Varjyam | 16:57–18:41 |
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 09:07–09:25, 12:26–21:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 09:07, Uttara-Phalguni from 09:07; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 03:59, Karka 06:26, Simha 09:25, Kanya 12:26, Tula 15:26, Vrischika 18:27, Dhanu 21:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 09:07) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 09:07) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 03:45–21:15: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 03:45–13:18: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in 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 = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:07–03:44 (15.06)+2 Yoga Siddhi 03:45–23:35+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 03:45–09:07+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:07–03:44 (15.06)−1 Ashtami 03:45–02:01 (15.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–09:07−3 Bhadra on earth 03:45–13:18
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba) |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:52 (16.06) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 11:13 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 00:04 (16.06) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:52 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:13 | nakshatra Hasta |
|---|---|
| from 14:52 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:04 (16.06) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 13:29 |
| Moonset | 00:59 |
| Day length | 17 h 30 min |
Sky
| Mithuna Sankranti | 18:46 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini) |
|---|
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 11:13 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (03:44–11:13) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (11:13–21:15) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
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, 18:46–21:15
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:13–03:44 (16.06)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:44–11:13 Anandadi: Vajra 11:13–03:44 (16.06)
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 | 00:17–00:43 (16.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:23–05:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:56–08:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:18–12:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:41–16:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:05–14:15, 16:35–17:45 |
| Varjyam | 20:32–22:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 11:13, Hasta from 11:13; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:55, Karka 06:22, Simha 09:21, Kanya 12:22, Tula 15:22, Vrischika 18:23, Dhanu 21:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 11:13) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 11:13) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 03:44–21:15: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 18:46 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vyatipata 03:44–21:15: 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 = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata, Sankranti day
+2 Ravi Yoga 11:13–03:44 (16.06)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:44–11:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–11:13+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Vajra 11:13–03:44 (16.06)−1 Sankranti day−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Vyatipata 03:44–00:04 (16.06)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:52 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 13:51 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 00:53 (17.06) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 03:52 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 03:52 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 03:52 | karana Taitila |
| from 13:51 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 16:59 | karana Gara |
| from 00:53 (17.06) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 14:46 |
| Moonset | 01:04 |
| Day length | 17 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 03:52 | from 13:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (03:44–13:51) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (13:51–21:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 03:52–03:44 (17.06)
Anandadi: Saumya 03:44–13:51 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 13:51–03:44 (17.06)
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 | 21:16–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:43 (17.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:12–08:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:53–19:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:07–10:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:30–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:15–08:25, 23:51–00:17 (17.06) |
| Varjyam | 22:51–00:39 (17.06) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:52–21:16
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 03:52–21:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:52–21:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 13:51, Chitra from 13:51; tithi Shukla-navami until 03:52, Shukla-dashami from 03:52; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:51, Karka 06:18, Simha 09:17, Kanya 12:18, Tula 15:18, Vrischika 18:19, Dhanu 21:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 13:51) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 13:51) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 03:44–03:52: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:44–13:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–13:51+1 Yoga Variyana 03:44–00:53 (17.06)+1 Auspicious tithi 03:52–03:44 (17.06)0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 13:51–03:44 (17.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 03:44–03:52−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:52–03:44 (17.06)
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 16:50 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Ganga Dussehra |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 06:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 16:50 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 01:55 (18.06) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:10 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:10 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 06:10 | karana Vanija |
| from 16:50 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 19:24 | karana Vishti |
| from 01:55 (18.06) | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 16:03 |
| Moonset | 01:09 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 3, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:10 | from 16:50 |
|---|
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, Chitra (03:44–16:50) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (16:50–21:16) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:24–21:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Ganga Dussehra · Ganga
The day of the descent of the Ganga from heaven in answer to the prayer of King Bhagiratha. A holy bath in the Ganga washes away “ten sins” (dasha hara), and ten kinds of gifts are given. If Jyeshtha is an Adhika Masa, the festival is observed in the intercalary month.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:52 (16.06)–06:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:44–16:50
Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:44–16:50 Anandadi: Dhumra 16:50–03:44 (18.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:24–08:40 (18.06); Bhadra Puchha 00:43–02:02 (18.06); Bhadra Mukha 02:02–04:15 (18.06)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:43–06:36
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:52–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| 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 | 09:38–11:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:30–14:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:56–08:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:19–12:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:55–13:05 |
| Varjyam | 23:09–00:57 (18.06) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:44–09:13, 12:14–18:15
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 | good 03:44–09:13, 12:14–18:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 03:44–06:10 |
| Cutting toenails | good 03:44–09:13, 12:14–18:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:44–09:13, 12:14–20:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 16:50, Swati from 16:50; tithi Shukla-dashami until 06:10, Shukla-ekadashi from 06:10; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:47, Karka 06:14, Simha 09:13, Kanya 12:14, Tula 15:14, Vrischika 18:15, Dhanu 20:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 16:50) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 16:50) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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 16:50
+2 Ravi Yoga 03:44–16:50+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–16:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–06:100 Vishti (Bhadra) 19:24–03:44 (18.06)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:44–16:50−1 Yoga Parigha 03:44–13:24
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 08:40; auspicious time — until 19:55 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 08:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 19:55 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 02:59 (19.06) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:40 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:40 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 08:40 | karana Bava |
| from 19:55 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 21:56 | karana Balava |
| from 02:59 (19.06) | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 17:22 |
| Moonset | 01:15 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 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 08:40 | 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, Swati (03:44–19:55) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (19:55–21:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:44–08:40: 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 06:10 (17.06)–08:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:44–07:15 (19.06)
Muhurta
Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–19:55 Anandadi: Vardhamana 19:55–03:44 (19.06)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:24 (17.06)–08:40; Bhadra Puchha 00:43–02:02; Bhadra Mukha 02:02–04:15
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 | 00:18–00:43 (19.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:59–11:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:42–16:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:44–05:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:07–10:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:35–10:45, 16:36–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 02:14–04:02 (19.06) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:44–09:09, 12:10–18:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:44–09:09, 12:10–18:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:44–19:55 |
| Cutting toenails | good 03:44–09:09, 12:10–18:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:44–09:09, 12:10–19:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 19:55, Vishakha from 19:55; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 08:40, Shukla-dvadashi from 08:40; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:11, Simha 09:09, Kanya 12:10, Tula 15:10, Vrischika 18:11, Dhanu 20:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 19:55) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 19:55) — loss of money; Thursday — success.
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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 08:40
Auspicious time ends by 19:55
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–19:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–19:55+1 Yoga Shiva 03:44–02:59 (19.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–08:40−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:44–08:40
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 Siddha, Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 11:10 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 11:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 22:57 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 03:58 (20.06) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 11:10 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:10 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:10 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:57 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 00:23 (20.06) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 18:42 |
| Moonset | 01:24 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:10 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (03:44–21:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:17–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 22:57–03:44 (20.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:57–03:44 (20.06)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–11:10
Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–22:57 Anandadi: Rakshasa 22:57–03:44 (20.06)
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 | 00:18–00:44 (20.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:02–14:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:19–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:54–19:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:56–08:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:15–08:25, 13:06–14:16 |
| Varjyam | 02:14–04:02, 03:25–05:12 (20.06) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–09:05, 11:10–21:17
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 03:44–09:05, 11:10–21:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:44–09:05, 12:06–18:07 |
| Cutting toenails | average 03:44–09:05, 11:10–21:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:44–09:05, 11:10–21:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 11:10, Shukla-triodashi from 11:10; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:07, Simha 09:05, Kanya 12:06, Tula 15:06, Vrischika 18:07, Dhanu 20:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:10
+2 Yoga Siddha all day+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–22:57+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:10–03:44 (20.06)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–11:10
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 03:58 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 13:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 01:46 (21.06) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 03:58 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:31 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 03:58 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 13:31 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 13:31 | karana Gara |
| from 01:46 (21.06) | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:36 (21.06) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 20:02 |
| Moonset | 01:37 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 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 13:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (03:44–21:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 13:31–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:44–01:46 (21.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:31–03:44 (21.06)
Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–01:46 (21.06) Anandadi: Musala 01:46–03:44 (21.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:53–03:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:44 (21.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:09–15:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:07–10:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:44–05:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:44–04:54, 04:54–06:05 |
| Varjyam | 03:25–05:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–09:01, 12:02–13:31
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 03:44–09:01, 12:02–13:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 03:44–09:01, 12:02–13:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:44–20:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 13:31, Shukla-chaturdashi from 13:31; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:03, Simha 09:01, Kanya 12:02, Tula 15:02, Vrischika 18:03, Dhanu 20:47
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”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 13:31–21:17: 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 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
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 03:58
+2 Yoga Siddha 03:44–03:58+2 Ravi Yoga 03:44–01:46 (21.06)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–01:46 (21.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–01:46 (21.06)+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–13:31+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:31–03:44 (21.06)−1 Rikta tithi 13:31–03:44 (21.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Kana, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Vat Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 03:44
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 04:17 (22.06) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 04:46 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:36 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:46 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 15:36 | tithi Purnima |
| from 15:36 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:44 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 21:15 |
| Moonset | 01:58 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Sky
| Summer solstice | 13:58 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (03:44–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:36–21:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 03:44–15:36: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
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, 21:18–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kana all day
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:36–04:17 (22.06); Bhadra Puchha 23:58–01:15 (22.06); Bhadra Mukha 01:15–03:24 (22.06)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:41–10:52 (22.06)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
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 | 00:18–00:44 (22.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:34–20:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:06–21:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:31–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:54–19:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:07 |
| Varjyam | 07:57–09:43 |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:36, Purnima from 15:36; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:59, Simha 08:57, Kanya 11:58, Tula 14:58, Vrischika 17:59, Dhanu 20:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 03:44–15:36: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:36–21:18: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:46–03:45 (22.06)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:36–03:45 (22.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Rikta tithi 03:44–15:36−3 Anandadi: Kana all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima) |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 17:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 04:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 05:19 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 04:31 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:17 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 04:31 | karana Bava |
| from 05:19 | yoga Shukla |
| from 17:20 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 17:20 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 22:13 |
| Moonset | 02:31 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 17:20 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 6, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:20 |
|---|
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, Jyestha (03:45–04:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:17–21:18) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:45–04:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
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 15:36 (21.06)–17:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 17:20–03:45 (23.06)
Anandadi: Padma 03:45–04:17 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:17–03:45 (23.06)
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:36 (21.06)–04:17; Bhadra Puchha 23:58 (21.06)–01:15; Bhadra Mukha 01:15–03:24
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:17–04:31
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:41 (21.06)–10:52
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:55–17:46
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
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 | 00:18–00:44 (23.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:29–01:14 (23.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:56–08:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:20–12:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:06–14:17, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:20–17:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 17:20–17:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:20–17:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:45–08:53, 11:54–20:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 04:17, Mula from 04:17; tithi Purnima until 17:20, Krishna-pratipat from 17:20; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:55, Simha 08:53, Kanya 11:54, Tula 14:54, Vrischika 17:55, Dhanu 20:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 04:17) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 04:17) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 03:45–17:20: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 03:45–05:19+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 17:20–03:45 (23.06)0 Anandadi: Padma 03:45–04:170 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:45–04:170 Jwalamukhi Yoga 17:20–03:45 (23.06)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:17–03:45 (23.06)−1 Gandanta 03:45–10:52−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–04:17
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: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Mitra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 18:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 06:28 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 05:36 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:04 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:36 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 06:04 | karana Kaulava |
| from 06:28 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 18:43 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 18:43 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 22:53 |
| Moonset | 03:23 |
| Day length | 17 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 4, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:28 | from 18:43 |
|---|
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 (03:45–06:28) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (06:28–21:18) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:45–06:28 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–18:43
Anandadi: Chhatra 03:45–06:28 Anandadi: Mitra 06:28–03:45 (24.06)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
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 | 03:07–04:51 (24.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:55–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:08–10:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:31–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:15–08:26, 23:53–00:19 (24.06) |
| Varjyam | 04:43–06:28, 16:48–18:31 |
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 06:28–08:49, 11:50–21:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 06:28, Purva-Ashadha from 06:28; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 18:43, Krishna-dvitya from 18:43; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:51, Simha 08:49, Kanya 11:50, Tula 14:50, Vrischika 17:51, Dhanu 20:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 06:28) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 06:28) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 05:36–03:45 (24.06)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:28–03:45 (24.06)+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–18:430 Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:45–06:28−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–06:28−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–18:43
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 08:17 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:45
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 19:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 08:17 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 05:36 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:15 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:36 | yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| from 07:15 | karana Gara |
| from 08:17 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 19:42 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 19:42 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:45 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 23:18 |
| Moonset | 04:34 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:17 | from 19:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (03:45–08:17) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:17–21:18) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–19:42
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:42–03:46 (25.06) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:42–03:46 (25.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:42–03:46 (25.06)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:45–08:17 Anandadi: Vajra 08:17–03:24 (25.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:24–03:46 (25.06)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:54–03:19 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 00:19–00:45 (25.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:07–04:51, 02:57–04:39 (25.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:32–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:57–08:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:20–12:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:56–13:07 |
| Varjyam | 16:46–18:28 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:45–08:45, 11:46–20:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 08:17, Uttara-Ashadha from 08:17; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 19:42, Krishna-tritya from 19:42; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:47, Simha 08:45, Kanya 11:46, Tula 14:46, Vrischika 17:48, Dhanu 20:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 08:17) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 08:17) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 08:17
+2 Yoga Brahma 03:45–05:36+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–19:42+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:45–08:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–19:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:17–03:46 (25.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:42–03:46 (25.06)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:42–03:46 (25.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:42–03:46 (25.06)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:17–03:24 (25.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–08:17
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 20:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 09:44 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 05:18 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:03 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:18 | yoga Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| from 08:03 | karana Vishti |
| from 09:44 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 20:19 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 20:19 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 23:34 |
| Moonset | 05:56 |
| Day length | 17 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:44 | from 20:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (03:46–09:44) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (09:44–21:18) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:03–20:19: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 23:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:46–09:44 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:19–03:46 (26.06)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 11:25–03:46 (26.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:46–11:25
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:03–20:19; Bhadra Puchha 16:00–17:14; Bhadra Mukha 17:14–19:17
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 | 21:18–22:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (26.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:57–04:39, 23:56–01:37 (26.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:43–16:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:46–05:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:09–10:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:36–10:47, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 13:55–15:35 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:46–05:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:46–05:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:46–05:18 |
| Cutting toenails | good 03:46–05:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:46–08:41, 11:42–20:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 09:44, Shravana from 09:44; tithi Krishna-tritya until 20:19, Krishna-chaturti from 20:19; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:43, Simha 08:41, Kanya 11:42, Tula 14:43, Vrischika 17:44, Dhanu 20:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 09:44) — improved health; Shravana (from 09:44) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 20:19–21:18: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 05:18–21:18: 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 = −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: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 03:46–05:18+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 11:25–03:46 (26.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–09:44+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–20:190 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:19–03:46 (26.06)0 Rikta tithi 20:19–03:46 (26.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:46–11:25−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:46–09:44−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:03–20:19−3 Vaidhriti 05:18–03:46 (26.06)
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 | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 20:32 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:46
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 20:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 10:48 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 04:42 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:28 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:42 | yoga Vishkambha |
|---|---|
| from 08:28 | karana Balava |
| from 10:48 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 20:32 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 20:32 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:46 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 23:45 |
| Moonset | 07:24 |
| Day length | 17 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:48 | from 20:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (03:46–10:48) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–10:48
Anandadi: Prajapati 10:48–03:47 (27.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:46–10:48
- Chora Panchaka: 23:12–09:42 (01.07)
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 | 21:18–22:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (27.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:47–02:26 (27.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:20–12:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:55–19:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:58–08:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:16–08:27, 13:07–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 14:55–16:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 20:32–21:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 20:32–21:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 20:32–21:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 10:48, Dhanishtha from 10:48; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 20:32, Krishna-panchami from 20:32; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:39, Simha 08:38, Kanya 11:38, Tula 14:39, Vrischika 17:40, Dhanu 20:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 10:48) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 10:48) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 03:46–20:32: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 03:46–04:42: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 20:32
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–10:48+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 10:48–03:47 (27.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–10:48+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 20:32–03:47 (27.06)0 Vaidhriti 03:46–04:42−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:46–10:48−2 Rikta tithi 03:46–20:32
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 20:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 11:29 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 03:47 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:29 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 03:47 | yoga Priti |
|---|---|
| from 08:29 | karana Taitila |
| from 11:29 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 20:21 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 20:21 | karana Gara |
| from 02:32 (28.06) | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:18 |
| End of twilight | 22:19 |
| Moonrise | 23:52 |
| Moonset | 08:51 |
| Day length | 17 h 31 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 11:29 | from 20:21 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (11:29–21:18) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–20:21 Krakacha Yoga 20:21–03:47 (28.06)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:47–11:29 Anandadi: Ananda 11:29–03:47 (28.06)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:12 (26.06)–09:42 (01.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:57–20:44
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 | 21:18–22:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:45 (28.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:09–10:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:44–16:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:47–05:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:47–04:57, 04:57–06:07 |
| Varjyam | 18:45–20:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:47–20:21
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 03:47–20:21 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:47–20:21 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:47–20:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 11:29, Shatabhisha from 11:29; tithi Krishna-panchami until 20:21, Krishna-shashti from 20:21; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:35, Simha 08:34, Kanya 11:34, Tula 14:35, Vrischika 17:36, Dhanu 20:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 11:29) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 11:29) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:47–11:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–11:29+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–20:21+1 Yoga Priti 03:47–02:32 (28.06)0 Krakacha Yoga 20:21–03:47 (28.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–20:21
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:47
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 19:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 11:44 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 00:55 (29.06) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:05 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:05 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 11:44 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 19:43 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 19:43 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:55 (29.06) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:47 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | 23:59 |
| Moonset | 10:18 |
| Day length | 17 h 30 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 11:44 | from 19:43 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (03:47–11:44) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (11:44–21:17) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:43–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:44–03:48 (29.06) Tripushkar Yoga 19:43–03:48 (29.06)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–19:43 Samvartaka Yoga 19:43–03:48 (29.06)
Anandadi: Chara 11:44–03:48 (29.06) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:47–11:44
- Bhadra on earth: 19:43–05:38 (29.06); Bhadra Puchha 00:17–01:26 (29.06); Bhadra Mukha 01:26–03:21 (29.06)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:12 (26.06)–09:42 (01.07)
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 | 02:55–03:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (29.06) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:27–06:04, 03:36–05:11 (29.06) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:06–21:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:55–19:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:07 |
| Varjyam | 18:05–19:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:47–08:30
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 03:47–08:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:47–08:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:47–08:30, 19:43–20:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 11:44, Purva-Bhadra from 11:44; tithi Krishna-shashti until 19:43, Krishna-saptami from 19:43; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:31, Simha 08:30, Kanya 11:31, Tula 14:31, Vrischika 17:32, Dhanu 20:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 11:44) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 11:44) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 19:43–21:17: 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
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 11:44–03:48 (29.06)+1 Anandadi: Chara 11:44–03:48 (29.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–11:44+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:47–00:55 (29.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–19:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 19:43–03:48 (29.06)0 Samvartaka Yoga 19:43–03:48 (29.06)0 Bhadra on earth 19:43–03:48 (29.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:44–03:48 (29.06)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:47–11:44−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 03:48
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 18:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 11:32 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 22:56 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:13 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:13 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 11:32 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 18:37 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 18:37 | karana Balava |
| from 22:56 | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:48 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:18 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 11:44 |
| 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 11:32 | from 18:37 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (03:48–11:32) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (11:32–21:17) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:48–07:13: 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, 21:17–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:48–11:32
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–18:37
Anandadi: Musala 03:48–11:32 Anandadi: Gada 11:32–03:49 (30.06)
- Bhadra on earth: 19:43 (28.06)–07:13; Bhadra Puchha 00:17–01:26; Bhadra Mukha 01:26–03:21
- Chora Panchaka: 23:12 (26.06)–09:42 (01.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:07 |
| 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 | 03:36–05:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 05:59–08:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:21–12:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:44–16:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:07–14:17, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 20:52–22:25 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:32–17:28
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 11:32–17:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 11:32–17:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 11:32–20:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 11:32, Uttara-Bhadra from 11:32; tithi Krishna-saptami until 18:37, Krishna-ashtami from 18:37; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:27, Simha 08:26, Kanya 11:27, Tula 14:27, Vrischika 17:28, Dhanu 20:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 11:32) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 11:32) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 18:37–21:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 03:48–07:13: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 03:48–11:32+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:48–22:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:32–03:49 (30.06)0 Ashtami 18:37–03:49 (30.06)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 18:37–03:49 (30.06)−1 Bhadra on earth 03:48–07:13−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:48–11:32−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:48–11:32−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–18:37
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 17:02 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1965 · Vikram 2100 more |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 17:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 10:52 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 20:33 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 05:53 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:53 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 10:52 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 17:02 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 17:02 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:33 | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 00:05 |
| Moonset | 13:13 |
| Day length | 17 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:52 | from 17:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:49–10:52) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (10:52–21:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:49–10:52 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:49–10:52 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–17:02
Anandadi: Siddhi 03:49–10:52 Anandadi: Shubha 10:52–03:49 (01.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 23:12 (26.06)–09:42 (01.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
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 | 06:12–07:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:55–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:11–10:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:18–08:28, 23:54–00:20 (01.07) |
| Varjyam | 22:17–23:48 |
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 03:49–08:22, 11:23–20:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 10:52, Revati from 10:52; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 17:02, Krishna-navami from 17:02; lagna Mithuna 03:49, Karka 05:23, Simha 08:22, Kanya 11:23, Tula 14:23, Vrischika 17:24, Dhanu 20:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 10:52) — a good life; Revati (from 10:52) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:49–17:02: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 17:02–21:17: 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
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 17:02
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:49–10:52+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–17:02+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:49–10:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:49–10:52+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:49–20:33+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:49–10:520 Yoga Atiganda 20:33–22:40−1 Ashtami 03:49–17:02−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:49–17:02
Patron: Madhusudana; Aditya — Aryaman. Full moon in nakshatra Vishakha. Ritu: Vasanta.
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: Dhata (No. 10)
Shaka Samvat 1965 · Vikram Samvat 2100 · Kali Yuga 5144
Next year — Raktakshi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 29.03.2044
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra 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.
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.
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−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.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
−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.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
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: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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: 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: 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: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
plowing, pruning and weeding
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One 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 knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: 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: 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: 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.
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
Auspicious: 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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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: 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: 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
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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.
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
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.
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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
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.
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.
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: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
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.
+1 — favourable 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: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: 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: 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
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: 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: 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
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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.
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
Auspicious: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
Inauspicious: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: 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: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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 flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
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 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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
sowing seeds, any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: 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: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Prior 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Planting and sowing are allowed.
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
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: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
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).
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Rikta. Deity: 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: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra 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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
any undertakings
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-panchami
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).
plowing the ground
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden