July 2034 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Adhika Ashadha (until 15.07), Nija Ashadha (from 16.07). Adhika Ashadha — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Periods: 16–24.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 27.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 17.07 Ratha Yatra; 27.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 31.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima).
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
- 12.07 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Siddhi after 05:25
Krittika (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 21.07 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Amrita after 18:58
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 26.07 Wed — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Yoga Brahma until 17:03
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 31.07 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 1.07 Sat Adhika Purnima
- 4.07 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka)
- 8.07 Sat Kalashtami
- 12.07 Wed Parama Ekadashi
- 13.07 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 14.07 Fri Masik Shivaratri
- 15.07 Sat Adhika Amavasya
- 15.07 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 16.07 Sun Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
- 16.07 Sun Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- 17.07 Mon Ratha Yatra
- 18.07 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 19.07 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 20.07 Thu Skanda Shashti
- 23.07 Sun Masik Durgashtami
- 27.07 Thu Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
- 28.07 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 30.07 Sun Purnima Vrat
- 31.07 Mon Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
- 31.07 Mon Ashadha Purnima
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:47–03:51 (03.07)
- 2.07 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 21:28–03:51 (03.07)
- 3.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:51–03:52 (04.07)
- 9.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:34–03:59 (10.07)
- 11.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 14:18–04:01 (12.07)
- 12.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 16.07 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 04:34–03:28 (17.07)
- 16.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:34–03:28 (17.07)
- 22.07 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 08:15–20:57
- 26.07 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:23–19:42
- 26.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–19:42
- 30.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:31–01:56 (31.07)
- 31.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:32–02:16 (01.08)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.07 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 3.07 Mon — Anandadi: Mrityu, Vaidhriti (unfavourable day)
- 11.07 Tue — Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 13.07 Thu — Anandadi: Utpata, Kshaya tithi (unfavourable day)
- 14.07 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 15.07 Sat — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 16.07 Sun — Sankranti day, Yoga Vajra
- 18.07 Tue — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 19.07 Wed — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 28.07 Fri — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
Sky this month
- 1.07 Full moon (Purnima) 20:44
- 15.07 New moon (Amavasya) 21:15
- 16.07 Karka Sankranti 22:18 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
- 31.07 Full moon (Purnima) 08:54
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 15.07 Adhika Masa
- 16–24.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- from 27.07 Chaturmasya
- 5.07 07:45 – 9.07 17:34 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Ananda (No. 48, “bliss”) — A year of bliss: joy, peace and contentment among people. more
Northern samvatsara: Prabhava. Shaka Samvat 1956, Vikram Samvat 2091, Kali Yuga 5135.
Adhika Ashadha (Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima. more
Nija Ashadha (Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Adhika Purnima |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 20:44 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 16:19 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 00:25 (02.07) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:13 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:13 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 16:19 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 20:44 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 20:44 | karana Balava |
| from 00:25 (02.07) | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 20:27 |
| Moonset | 04:00 |
| Day length | 17 h 26 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 20:44 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:19 | from 20:44 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (03:49–16:19) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (16:19–21:16) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:49–08:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Purnima · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The full moon of the intercalary month (Purushottama Masa). Annual festivals are not celebrated on this day, but holy bathing, fasting and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:35 (30.06)–20:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:44
Anandadi: Matanga 16:19–03:50 (02.07) Anandadi: Gada 03:49–16:19
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:35 (30.06)–08:13; Bhadra Puchha 03:45–05:01; Bhadra Mukha 05:01–07:06
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:19–21:09
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:57–03:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (02.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:25–11:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:11–10:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:44–16:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:49–06:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:49–04:59, 04:59–06:09 |
| Varjyam | 14:35–16:19, 02:30–04:12 (02.07) |
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 16:19–20:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mula until 16:19, Purva-Ashadha from 16:19; tithi Purnima until 20:44, Krishna-pratipat from 20:44; lagna Mithuna 03:49, Karka 05:18, Simha 08:16, Kanya 11:17, Tula 14:17, Vrischika 17:19, Dhanu 20:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 16:19) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 16:19) — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 03:49–20:44: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Brahma 03:49–00:25 (02.07)0 Anandadi: Matanga 16:19–03:50 (02.07)0 Auspicious tithi 20:44–03:50 (02.07)0 Adhika Masa−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:49–08:13−1 Anandadi: Gada 03:49–16:19−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:49–16:19−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:44
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 Indra, Anandadi: Shubha; auspicious time — after 17:47 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 21:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 17:47 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 23:59 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:09 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:09 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 17:47 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 21:28 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 21:28 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:59 | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 21:09 |
| Moonset | 04:54 |
| Day length | 17 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:47 |
|---|
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 (03:50–17:47) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (17:47–21:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:47–03:51 (03.07) Tripushkar Yoga 21:28–03:51 (03.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–21:28 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:47–21:28
Anandadi: Shubha 03:50–17:47 Anandadi: Amrita 17:47–03:51 (03.07)
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 | 02:58–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:47 (03.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:41–14:23 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:05–21:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:54–19:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:56–20:06 |
| Varjyam | 02:30–04:12, 02:08–03:49 (03.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:50–08:12, 11:13–19:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 17:47, Uttara-Ashadha from 17:47; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:14, Simha 08:12, Kanya 11:13, Tula 14:14, Vrischika 17:15, Dhanu 19:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 17:47) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 17:47) — improved health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 17:47
+2 Yoga Indra 03:50–23:59+1 Anandadi: Shubha 03:50–17:47+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–21:28+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:47–03:51 (03.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 17:47–03:51 (03.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:47–21:28 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–21:28 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 21:28–03:51 (03.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:50–17:47
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Vaidhriti Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 21:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:51 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 23:15 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:41 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:41 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:51 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 21:48 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 21:48 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:15 | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 21:44 |
| Moonset | 05:55 |
| Day length | 17 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:51 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Ashadha (03:51–18:51) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:51–21:15) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:51–03:52 (04.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–21:48
Anandadi: Siddhi 20:31–03:52 (04.07) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:51–12:37 Anandadi: Kana 12:37–20:31
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:58–03:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:47 (04.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:10–13:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:02–08:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:23–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:18, 16:37–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 22:58–00:37 (04.07) |
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 03:51–08:09, 11:09–19:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:51, Shravana from 18:51; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:10, Simha 08:09, Kanya 11:09, Tula 14:10, Vrischika 17:11, Dhanu 19:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:51) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:51) — bodily development (physical growth); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 03:51–21:15: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −3
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–18:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:51–21:480 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:51–03:52 (04.07)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 20:31–03:52 (04.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–21:48 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:51–12:37−3 Vaidhriti 03:51–23:15
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious tithi; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Angaraki Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 21:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 19:33 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 22:12 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:49 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:49 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 19:33 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 21:45 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 21:45 | karana Bava |
| from 22:12 | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 22:15 |
| Moonset | 07:03 |
| Day length | 17 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 19:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (03:52–19:33) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:49–21:15: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Angaraki Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) · Ganesha
A Sankashti falling on a Tuesday — the day of Mars (Angaraka) — is the most favourable of all Sankashtis: a fast on this day is equated with observing every Sankashti of the year.
Rule: at moonrise, 22:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–21:45
Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:52–19:33 Anandadi: Utpata 19:33–03:53 (05.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 09:49–21:45; Bhadra Puchha 17:34–18:46; Bhadra Mukha 18:46–20:45
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (05.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:51–10:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:54–19:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:13–10:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:21–08:30, 23:54–00:21 (05.07) |
| Varjyam | 23:36–01:13 (05.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:52–08:05, 11:06–17:07 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shravana until 19:33, Dhanishtha from 19:33; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:06, Simha 08:05, Kanya 11:06, Tula 14:06, Vrischika 17:07, Dhanu 19:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 19:33) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 19:33) — longevity (increased vitality); 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–19:33+1 Auspicious tithi 03:52–21:450 Adhika Masa0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–21:45 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:52–19:33−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:49–21:45
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: Mitra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 19:53 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:52 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:35 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:35 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 19:53 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 20:52 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 21:20 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 21:20 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | 22:41 |
| Moonset | 08:14 |
| Day length | 17 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 19:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (19:53–21:14) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:53–19:53
Anandadi: Mitra 03:53–19:53 Anandadi: Manasa 19:53–03:54 (06.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:45–17:34 (09.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:00–03:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:27 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (06.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:20–10:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:03–08:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:23–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 03:04–04:40 (06.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 19:53, Shatabhisha from 19:53; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 05:02, Simha 08:01, Kanya 11:02, Tula 14:02, Vrischika 17:03, Dhanu 19:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 19:53) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 19:53) — gaining strength; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 03:53–21:14: 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
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: Mitra 03:53–19:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:53–19:53+1 Yoga Priti 03:53–20:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa−1 Panchaka 07:45–03:54 (06.07)−2 Rikta tithi 03:53–21:20−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:53–19:53
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 19:51 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:54
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 20:33 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 19:51 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 19:15 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:59 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:59 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 19:15 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 19:51 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 20:33 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 20:33 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:54 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:11 |
| Moonrise | 23:05 |
| Moonset | 09:28 |
| Day length | 17 h 18 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 19:51 | from 20:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (03:54–19:51) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (19:51–21:13) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–20:33
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:33–03:55 (07.07)
Anandadi: Vajra 03:54–19:51 Anandadi: Mudgara 19:51–03:55 (07.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:45 (05.07)–17:34 (09.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:10–20:56
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:01–03:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (07.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:40–14:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:44–16:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:54–06:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:14–10:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:40–10:50, 16:36–17:45 |
| Varjyam | 03:04–04:40, 02:09–03:43 (07.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:54–07:57, 10:58–16:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:54–07:57, 10:58–16:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:54–07:57, 10:58–16:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:54–07:57, 10:58–19:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 19:51, Purva-Bhadra from 19:51; tithi Krishna-panchami until 20:33, Krishna-shashti from 20:33; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 04:58, Simha 07:57, Kanya 10:58, Tula 13:58, Vrischika 16:59, Dhanu 19:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 19:51) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 19:51) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 19:51
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–20:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:54–19:51+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:54–19:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:54–20:330 Adhika Masa0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:33–03:55 (07.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 19:51–03:55 (07.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:54–19:51−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:55
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 19:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 19:28 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 17:19 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:02 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:02 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 17:19 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 19:24 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 19:24 | karana Vishti |
| from 19:28 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 23:29 |
| Moonset | 10:44 |
| Day length | 17 h 16 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 19:24 | from 19:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (03:55–19:28) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (19:28–21:12) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:24–21:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–19:24 Ravi Yoga 19:28–03:56 (08.07)
Krakacha Yoga 19:24–03:56 (08.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:24–03:56 (08.07)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 19:28–03:56 (08.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:55–19:28
- Bhadra on earth: 19:24–06:41 (08.07); Bhadra Puchha 23:54–01:01 (08.07); Bhadra Mukha 01:01–02:54 (08.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:45 (05.07)–17:34 (09.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:02–03:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (08.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:36–13:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:24–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:53–19:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:05–08:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:23–08:32, 13:08–14:17 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:55–07:53, 10:54–16:55
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 03:55–07:53, 10:54–16:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:55–07:53, 10:54–16:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:55–07:53, 10:54–19:28, 19:39–21:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 19:28, Uttara-Bhadra from 19:28; tithi Krishna-shashti until 19:24, Krishna-saptami from 19:24; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 04:54, Simha 07:53, Kanya 10:54, Tula 13:54, Vrischika 16:55, Dhanu 19:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 19:28) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 19:28) — a good life; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 19:24–21:12: 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).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–19:24+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:55–17:19+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 19:28–03:56 (08.07)0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 19:28–03:56 (08.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 19:28–03:56 (08.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:24–03:56 (08.07)0 Krakacha Yoga 19:24–03:56 (08.07)0 Bhadra on earth 19:24–03:56 (08.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:55–19:28−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:55–19:28
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 03:56
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 17:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 18:42 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 15:06 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:41 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:41 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 15:06 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 17:53 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 17:53 | karana Balava |
| from 18:42 | nakshatra Revati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:56 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:09 |
| Moonrise | 23:52 |
| Moonset | 12:02 |
| Day length | 17 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:53 | from 18:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:56–18:42) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (18:42–21:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:56–06:41: 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, 21:11–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:56–18:42
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–17:53 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:42–03:58 (09.07) Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 18:42–03:58 (09.07)
Anandadi: Prajapati 18:42–03:58 (09.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:56–18:42
- Bhadra on earth: 19:24 (07.07)–06:41; Bhadra Puchha 23:54 (07.07)–01:01; Bhadra Mukha 01:01–02:54
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:45 (05.07)–17:34 (09.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:03–03:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:11–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:11–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (09.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:03–15:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:15–10:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:56–06:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:56–05:05, 05:05–06:14 |
| Varjyam | 04:45–06:18 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:41–17:53
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:41–17:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:41–17:53 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:56–19:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 18:42, Revati from 18:42; tithi Krishna-saptami until 17:53, Krishna-ashtami from 17:53; lagna Mithuna 03:56, Karka 04:50, Simha 07:49, Kanya 10:50, Tula 13:50, Vrischika 16:51, Dhanu 19:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 18:42) — a good life; Revati (from 18:42) — increase in property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 17:53–21:11: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 03:56–06:41: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 03:56–18:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:56–18:42+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:56–15:060 Anandadi: Prajapati 18:42–03:58 (09.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–17:53 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 15:06–17:140 Ashtami 17:53–03:58 (09.07)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 17:53–03:58 (09.07)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:42–03:58 (09.07)0 Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 18:42–03:58 (09.07)0 Bhadra on earth 03:56–06:41−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:56–18:42−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Panchaka Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:58
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 15:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 17:34 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 12:34 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 04:59 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:59 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 12:34 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 15:59 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 15:59 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:34 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 02:54 (10.07) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:58 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 13:21 |
| Day length | 17 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:59 | from 17:34 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:58–17:34) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:34–03:59 (10.07)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:58–17:34 Anandadi: Ananda 17:34–03:59 (10.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:45 (05.07)–17:34
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:53–23:14
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:03–03:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:10–21:24 |
| Pradosha | 21:10–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (10.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:17–16:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:01–21:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:52–19:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:53–20:02 |
| Varjyam | 06:08–07:39 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:58–07:45, 10:46–19:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Revati until 17:34, Ashwini from 17:34; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 15:59, Krishna-navami from 15:59; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:47, Simha 07:45, Kanya 10:46, Tula 13:46, Vrischika 16:47, Dhanu 19:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 17:34) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 17:34) — joy; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:58–15:59: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 15:59–21:10: 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
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 03:58–17:34+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:58–17:34+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:34–03:59 (10.07)+1 Yoga Sukarma 12:34–03:59 (10.07)0 Adhika Masa−1 Ashtami 03:58–15:59−1 Panchaka 03:58–17:34−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:58–15:59
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Rakshasa Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 03:59
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 13:44 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 16:05 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 09:44 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:44 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:44 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 13:44 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 13:44 | karana Vanija |
| from 16:05 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 00:30 (11.07) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:59 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:06 |
| Moonrise | 00:18 |
| Moonset | 14:41 |
| Day length | 17 h 10 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 13:44 | from 16:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (16:05–21:10) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 16:05–04:00 (11.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:59–16:05
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:30–11:11 (11.07); Bhadra Puchha 02:04–03:08 (11.07); Bhadra Mukha 03:08–04:56 (11.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:04–03:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:10–21:23 |
| Pradosha | 21:10–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (11.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:20–10:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:08–08:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:25–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:17, 16:35–17:43 |
| Varjyam | 12:20–13:50, 00:58–02:27 (11.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 13:44–16:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 13:44–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 13:44–16:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 13:44–16:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashwini until 16:05, Bharani from 16:05; tithi Krishna-navami until 13:44, Krishna-dashami from 13:44; lagna Mithuna 03:59, Karka 04:43, Simha 07:41, Kanya 10:42, Tula 13:42, Vrischika 16:43, Dhanu 19:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 16:05) — joy; Bharani (from 16:05) — 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-navami 03:59–13:44: 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:59–16:05+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:59–09:44+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chara 16:05–04:00 (11.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:05–04:00 (11.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:59–16:05−2 Rikta tithi 03:59–13:44
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
At sunrise 04:00
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 14:18 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 06:39 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:11 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:39 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 11:11 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 11:11 | karana Bava |
| from 14:18 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 21:49 | karana Balava |
| from 03:21 (12.07) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:00 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:05 |
| Moonrise | 00:47 |
| Moonset | 16:00 |
| Day length | 17 h 08 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 11:11 | from 14:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (04:00–14:18) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (14:18–21:08) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:00–11:11: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 14:18–04:01 (12.07)
Krakacha Yoga 04:00–11:11 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:11–04:01 (12.07)
Anandadi: Musala 04:00–14:18 Anandadi: Gada 14:18–04:01 (12.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:30–11:11; Bhadra Puchha 02:04–03:08; Bhadra Mukha 03:08–04:56
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:49–11:32
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:05–03:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:08–21:22 |
| Pradosha | 21:08–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (12.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:51–11:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:51–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:17–10:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:26–08:34, 23:54–00:21 (12.07) |
| Varjyam | 01:18–02:46 (12.07) |
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 04:00–07:37, 10:38–19:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Bharani until 14:18, Krittika from 14:18; tithi Krishna-dashami until 11:11, Krishna-ekadashi from 11:11; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:39, Simha 07:37, Kanya 10:38, Tula 13:38, Vrischika 16:39, Dhanu 19:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 14:18) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 14:18) — consumption (a wasting disease); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 14:18–04:01 (12.07)+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:00–06:390 Adhika Masa0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:11–04:01 (12.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Shula 06:39–08:23−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:00–11:11−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:00–14:18−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:00–14:18−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:00–11:11
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 05:25 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Parama Ekadashi |
At sunrise 04:01
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 08:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 12:18 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 23:56 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:24 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:24 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 08:24 | karana Kaulava |
| from 12:18 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 18:57 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:56 | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:01 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:03 |
| Moonrise | 01:22 |
| Moonset | 17:17 |
| Day length | 17 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:24 | from 12:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (04:01–12:18) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (12:18–21:07) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Parama Ekadashi · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Adhika Masa. The fast grants the highest good and prosperity; Purushottama (Vishnu) is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:11 (11.07)–08:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:03–05:29 (13.07)
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:01–12:18 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–04:03 (13.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:01–12:18 Anandadi: Shubha 12:18–04:03 (13.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:06–03:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:07–21:21 |
| Pradosha | 21:07–22:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (13.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:06–11:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:10–08:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:26–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 02:53–04:20 (13.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:18–16:35
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 | good 12:18–16:35 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 12:18–16:35 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:01–07:33, 12:18–19:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Krittika until 12:18, Rohini from 12:18; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 08:24, Krishna-dvadashi from 08:24; lagna Mithuna 04:01, Karka 04:35, Simha 07:33, Kanya 10:34, Tula 13:34, Vrischika 16:35, Dhanu 19:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 12:18) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 12:18) — destruction of all misfortunes; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 05:25
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–04:03 (13.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:01–12:18+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:01–12:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:18–04:03 (13.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Yoga Ganda 04:01–05:25
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Utpata, Kshaya tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:03
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:29 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 10:10 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 20:28 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:29 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:29 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 05:29 | karana Gara |
| from 10:10 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 16:00 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:28 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 02:33 (14.07) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 02:33 (14.07) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:03 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:06 |
| End of twilight | 22:02 |
| Moonrise | 02:05 |
| Moonset | 18:26 |
| Day length | 17 h 03 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 05:29 | from 10:10 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (04:03–10:10) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (10:10–21:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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, 21:06–22:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:33–04:04 (14.07)
Anandadi: Utpata 04:03–10:10 Anandadi: Mrityu 10:10–04:04 (14.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:33–13:08 (14.07); Bhadra Mukha 02:33–04:19 (14.07); Bhadra Puchha 12:06–13:09 (14.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:07–03:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:06–21:20 |
| Pradosha | 21:06–22:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (14.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:15–08:43, 00:03–01:31 (14.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:42–16:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:03–06:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:19–10:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:44–10:52, 16:33–17:42 |
| Varjyam | 02:53–04:20, 15:17–16:45 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:03–05:29
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:03–05:29 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:03–05:29 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:03–07:29, 10:30–19:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Rohini until 10:10, Mrigashirsha from 10:10; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 05:29, Krishna-trayodashi from 05:29; lagna Mithuna 04:03, Karka 04:31, Simha 07:29, Kanya 10:30, Tula 13:30, Vrischika 16:31, Dhanu 19:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 10:10) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 10:10) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Thursday — success.
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
Unfavourable day · score S = −2
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Utpata
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:03–10:10+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:03–20:28+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Anandadi: Utpata 04:03–10:10
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 04:04
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 23:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 08:05 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 17:04 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:08 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:05 | nakshatra Ardra |
|---|---|
| from 13:08 | karana Shakuni |
| from 17:04 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 23:45 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 23:45 | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:04 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:05 |
| End of twilight | 22:00 |
| Moonrise | 02:57 |
| Moonset | 19:26 |
| Day length | 17 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (04:04–08:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:04–13:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 13:08–21:05: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:04–21:05: 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, 00:21–00:49 (15.07)
the tithi does not cover midnight — the day with the tithi in Pradosha is chosen
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Manasa 04:04–08:05 Anandadi: Padma 08:05–04:06 (15.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:33–13:08; Bhadra Mukha 02:33–04:19; Bhadra Puchha 12:06–13:09
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:08–03:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:05–21:19 |
| Pradosha | 21:05–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (15.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:58–22:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:27–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:50–18:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:12–08:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:28–08:36, 13:09–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 15:48–17:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 08:05, Ardra from 08:05; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:27, Simha 07:25, Kanya 10:26, Tula 13:26, Vrischika 16:27, Dhanu 19:11, Makara 21:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 08:05) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 08:05) — sadness; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:04–21:05: 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
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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:04–08:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:04–08:05+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:04–17:04+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Yoga Vyaghata 17:04–20:12−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:05–04:06 (15.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:04–13:08−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 04:04–23:45
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa |
| Festivals | Shani Amavasya · Adhika Amavasya |
At sunrise 04:06
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 21:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 06:10 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 13:53 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:27 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:10 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 10:27 | karana Naga |
| from 13:53 | yoga Harshana |
| from 21:15 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 21:15 | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:06 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:04 |
| End of twilight | 21:59 |
| Moonrise | 03:59 |
| Moonset | 20:16 |
| Day length | 16 h 58 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 21:15 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:10 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (06:10–21:04) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Chatushpada 04:06–10:27: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 10:27–21:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)
A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:45 (14.07)–21:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Adhika Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of the intercalary month: Purushottama Masa ends. Shraddha and charity on this day are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:45 (14.07)–21:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:10–04:07 (16.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:06–06:10
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:53–21:37
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:10–03:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:04–21:18 |
| Pradosha | 21:04–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (16.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:20–03:49 (16.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:20–10:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:06–06:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:06–05:14, 05:14–06:21 |
| Varjyam | 17:22–18:52 |
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 04:06–06:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ardra until 06:10, Punarvasu from 06:10; tithi Amavasya; lagna Mithuna 04:06, Karka 04:23, Simha 07:21, Kanya 10:22, Tula 13:22, Vrischika 16:24, Dhanu 19:07, Makara 20:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 06:10) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 06:10) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 04:06–21:04: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:10–04:07 (16.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:10–04:07 (16.07)0 Yoga Harshana 13:53–04:07 (16.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:06–06:10−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:06–06:10−3 Amavasya 04:06–21:15
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 — Sankranti day, Yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri |
At sunrise 04:07
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 19:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 04:34 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 11:01 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 08:09 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:34 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 08:09 | karana Bava |
| from 11:01 | yoga Vajra |
| from 19:11 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 19:11 | karana Balava |
| from 03:28 (17.07) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:07 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:57 |
| Moonrise | 05:09 |
| Moonset | 20:55 |
| Day length | 16 h 55 min |
Sky
| Karka Sankranti | 22:18 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:34 | from 19:11 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (04:07–04:34) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (04:34–21:02) is good for sowing.
- Kimstughna 04:07–08:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Cancer — the beginning of Dakshinayana, the Sun’s southward course and the “night of the gods”. Holy bath, charity and ancestor rites are favourable.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 10:18–21:02
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri · Durga
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha: nine days of sadhana of Durga and the ten Mahavidyas, without lavish festivities.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:15 (15.07)–19:11
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 04:07–09:46
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:01–13:09
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Ravi Pushya Yoga 04:34–03:28 (17.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:34–03:28 (17.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:07–19:11
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:07–04:34 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:34–03:28 (17.07) Anandadi: Vajra 03:28–04:09 (17.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:11–03:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:02–21:17 |
| Pradosha | 21:02–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (17.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:22–22:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:56–21:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:49–18:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:47–19:55 |
| Varjyam | 12:12–13:44 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 04:34, Pushya from 04:34; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 19:11, Shukla-dvitya from 19:11; lagna Mithuna 04:07, Karka 04:19, Simha 07:17, Kanya 10:18, Tula 13:19, Vrischika 16:20, Dhanu 19:03, Makara 20:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 04:34) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 04:34) — increase in wealth; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 22:18 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +7
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+4 Ravi Pushya Yoga 04:34–03:28 (17.07)+2 Pushya 04:34–03:28 (17.07)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:34–03:28 (17.07)+1 Yoga Harshana 04:07–11:010 Auspicious tithi 19:11–04:09 (17.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:07–19:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 11:01–12:05−1 Sankranti day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Ratha Yatra |
At sunrise 04:09
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 02:59 (18.07) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 08:34 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:21 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:21 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 08:34 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 17:41 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 17:41 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:59 (18.07) | nakshatra Magha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:09 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:01 |
| End of twilight | 21:55 |
| Moonrise | 06:23 |
| Moonset | 21:27 |
| Day length | 16 h 52 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 17:41 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Ratha Yatra · Jagannath
The chariot festival in Puri: Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra are drawn on huge chariots to the Gundicha temple. Pulling the ropes of the chariots brings great merit.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:11 (16.07)–17:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 02:59–04:10 (18.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–17:41
Anandadi: Saumya 04:09–02:59 (18.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 02:59–04:10 (18.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:03–08:58 (18.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:12–03:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:01–21:15 |
| Pradosha | 21:01–22:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (18.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:25–02:59 (18.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:15–08:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:28–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:41–16:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:16, 16:31–17:39 |
| Varjyam | 16:01–17:35 |
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 04:09–07:13, 10:14–16:16, 17:41–21:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 17:41, Shukla-tritya from 17:41; lagna Mithuna 04:09, Karka 04:15, Simha 07:13, Kanya 10:14, Tula 13:15, Vrischika 16:16, Dhanu 18:59, Makara 20:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Siddhi 08:34–04:10 (18.07)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 04:09–02:59 (18.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:09–17:41−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:09–02:59 (18.07)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–17:41
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 04:10
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 16:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 03:13 (19.07) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 06:39 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:11 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:11 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 06:39 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 16:53 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 16:53 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:13 (19.07) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:10 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:00 |
| End of twilight | 21:53 |
| Moonrise | 07:38 |
| Moonset | 21:54 |
| Day length | 16 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 1, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (04:10–21:00) is good for sowing, for root crops.
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, 21:00–21:54
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:00–21:54
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–16:53 Ravi Yoga 04:10–03:13 (19.07)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:10–03:13 (19.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:13–04:12 (19.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:03 (17.07)–08:58
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:13–03:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 21:00–21:14 |
| Pradosha | 21:00–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (19.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:48–02:25 (19.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:47–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:23–10:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:32–08:39, 23:53–00:21 (19.07) |
| Varjyam | 15:06–16:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:10–06:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:10–06:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:10–06:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:10–07:10, 10:10–16:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-tritya until 16:53, Shukla-chaturti from 16:53; lagna Mithuna 04:10, Karka 04:11, Simha 07:10, Kanya 10:10, Tula 13:11, Vrischika 16:12, Dhanu 18:55, Makara 20:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 16:53–21:00: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 06:39–21:00: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:10–06:39+2 Ravi Yoga 04:10–03:13 (19.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–16:53+1 Auspicious tithi 04:10–16:530 Rikta tithi 16:53–04:12 (19.07)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:10–03:13 (19.07)−1 Gandanta 04:10–08:58−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:10–03:13 (19.07)−3 Vyatipata 06:39–04:12 (19.07)
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 — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 04:12
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 16:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 04:12 (20.07) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 05:20 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 04:45 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:45 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 05:20 | yoga Variyana |
| from 16:50 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 16:50 | karana Bava |
| from 04:12 (20.07) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:12 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:58 |
| End of twilight | 21:51 |
| Moonrise | 08:51 |
| Moonset | 22:17 |
| Day length | 16 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 4, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | 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, Purva-Phalguni (04:12–20:58) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:45–16:50: 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), 10:54–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:12–04:13 (20.07)
Anandadi: Sthira all day Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:12–04:13 (20.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 04:45–16:50; Bhadra Mukha 04:51–06:51; Bhadra Puchha 15:38–16:50
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:14–03:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 20:58–21:13 |
| Pradosha | 20:58–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (20.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:33–23:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:18–08:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:29–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 11:33–13:13 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:50–20:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 16:50–20:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:50–20:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:12–07:06, 10:07–20:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 16:50, Shukla-panchami from 16:50; lagna Karka 04:12, Simha 07:06, Kanya 10:07, Tula 13:07, Vrischika 16:08, Dhanu 18:52, Makara 20:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 04:12–16:50: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 04:45–16:50: 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).
- Vyatipata 04:12–05:20: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Sthira all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Variyana 05:20–04:13 (20.07)0 Auspicious tithi 16:50–04:13 (20.07)0 Vyatipata 04:12–05:20−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Rikta tithi 04:12–16:50−3 Bhadra on earth 04:45–16:50
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 04:13
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 17:33 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 05:55 (21.07) more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 04:37 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 05:06 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:37 | yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| from 05:06 | karana Balava |
| from 17:33 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 17:33 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:13 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:57 |
| End of twilight | 21:49 |
| Moonrise | 10:02 |
| Moonset | 22:38 |
| Day length | 16 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (04:13–20:57) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 17:33–04:15 (21.07)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:13–10:07 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:13–17:33
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:33–04:15 (21.07)
Anandadi: Matanga all day
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:08–17:58
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:15–03:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 20:57–21:11 |
| Pradosha | 20:57–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (21.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:12–23:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:40–16:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:13–06:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:24–10:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:48–10:55, 16:29–17:36 |
| Varjyam | 11:55–13:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:13–07:02, 10:03–16:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:13–07:02, 10:03–16:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:13–07:02, 10:03–16:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:13–07:02, 10:03–18:48, 20:39–20:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-panchami until 17:33, Shukla-shashti from 17:33; lagna Karka 04:13, Simha 07:02, Kanya 10:03, Tula 13:03, Vrischika 16:04, Dhanu 18:48, Makara 20:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Thursday — success.
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
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 04:13–10:07+1 Anandadi: Matanga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Variyana 04:13–04:37+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:13–17:330 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:13–17:33 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 17:33–04:15 (21.07)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:33–04:15 (21.07)−1 Yoga Parigha 04:37–16:34−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 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 | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 18:58 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
At sunrise 04:15
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 18:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 05:55 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 04:30 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 06:11 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:30 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 05:55 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 06:11 | karana Taitila |
| from 18:58 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 18:58 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:15 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:55 |
| End of twilight | 21:47 |
| Moonrise | 11:12 |
| Moonset | 22:58 |
| Day length | 16 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:55 | from 18:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (04:15–05:55) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (05:55–20:55) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:15–18:58 Ravi Yoga 05:55–04:17 (22.07)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 18:58–04:17 (22.07) Krakacha Yoga 18:58–04:17 (22.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:58–04:17 (22.07)
Anandadi: Shubha 04:15–05:55 Anandadi: Amrita 05:55–04:17 (22.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:17–03:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:55–21:10 |
| Pradosha | 20:55–22:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (22.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:40–03:26 (22.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:30–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:45–18:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:20–08:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:35–08:42, 13:08–14:15 |
| Varjyam | 15:08–16:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 20:35–20:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 20:35–20:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 20:35–20:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:15–06:58, 09:59–18:44, 20:35–20:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 05:55, Hasta from 05:55; tithi Shukla-shashti until 18:58, Shukla-saptami from 18:58; lagna Karka 04:15, Simha 06:58, Kanya 09:59, Tula 12:59, Vrischika 16:00, Dhanu 18:44, Makara 20:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 05:55) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 05:55) — imparting radiance (to the person); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 18:58
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:55–04:17 (22.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:15–18:58+1 Anandadi: Amrita 05:55–04:17 (22.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:15–05:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 04:30–04:17 (22.07)0 Auspicious tithi 18:58–04:17 (22.07)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 18:58–04:17 (22.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:58–04:17 (22.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Krakacha Yoga 18:58–04:17 (22.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:15–18:58
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Siddha; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
At sunrise 04:17
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 20:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 08:15 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 04:52 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:54 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:52 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 07:54 | karana Vanija |
| from 08:15 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 20:57 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 20:57 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:17 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:54 |
| End of twilight | 21:45 |
| Moonrise | 12:19 |
| Moonset | 23:19 |
| Day length | 16 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (04:17–08:15) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:15–20:54) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:17–08:15 Dwipushkar Yoga 08:15–20:57
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:17–08:15 Yamaghanta 04:17–08:15 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–20:57
Anandadi: Mrityu 04:17–08:15 Anandadi: Kana 08:15–04:18 (23.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:57–10:05 (23.07); Bhadra Puchha 22:55–00:14 (23.07); Bhadra Mukha 00:14–02:26 (23.07)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:18–03:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:54–21:08 |
| Pradosha | 20:54–22:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (23.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:53–05:40 (23.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:26–10:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:40–16:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:17–06:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:17–05:23, 05:23–06:30 |
| Varjyam | 17:11–18:58 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Hasta until 08:15, Chitra from 08:15; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Karka 04:17, Simha 06:54, Kanya 09:55, Tula 12:55, Vrischika 15:56, Dhanu 18:40, Makara 20:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 08:15) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 08:15) — improvement of well-being; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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 04:17–08:15+2 Yoga Siddha 04:52–04:18 (23.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:17–08:15+1 Auspicious tithi 04:17–20:570 Anandadi: Mrityu 04:17–08:15 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 08:15–20:570 Yamaghanta 04:17–08:15 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:17–08:15−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–20:57−3 Anandadi: Kana 08:15–04:18 (23.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Anandadi: Lumbaka, Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 04:18
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 23:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 11:02 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 05:37 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:05 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:37 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 10:05 | karana Bava |
| from 11:02 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 23:16 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 23:16 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:18 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:52 |
| End of twilight | 21:43 |
| Moonrise | 13:25 |
| Moonset | 23:42 |
| Day length | 16 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:02 |
|---|
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, Chitra (04:18–11:02) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (11:02–20:52) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:18–10:05: 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 20:57 (22.07)–23:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Anandadi: Padma 04:18–11:02 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:02–04:20 (24.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:36 (22.07)–10:05; Bhadra Puchha 22:55 (22.07)–00:14; Bhadra Mukha 00:14–02:26
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:19–03:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:27 |
| Godhuli | 20:52–21:07 |
| Pradosha | 20:52–22:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (24.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:53–05:40, 04:07–05:55 (24.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:48–20:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:44–18:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:39–19:46 |
| Varjyam | 17:19–19:07 |
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 04:18–06:50, 09:51–18:36, 20:27–20:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Chitra until 11:02, Swati from 11:02; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Karka 04:18, Simha 06:50, Kanya 09:51, Tula 12:51, Vrischika 15:52, Dhanu 18:36, Makara 20:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 11:02) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 11:02) — relief from all suffering; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 04:18–20:52: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddha 04:18–05:37+1 Anandadi: Padma 04:18–11:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:18–11:02−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:18–10:05−1 Ashtami 04:18–23:16−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:02–04:20 (24.07)
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 Shubha, Anandadi: Chhatra; auspicious time — after 06:34 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9 |
At sunrise 04:20
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 01:42 (25.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 14:01 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 06:34 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:29 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:34 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 12:29 | karana Kaulava |
| from 14:01 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 01:42 (25.07) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 01:42 (25.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:20 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:50 |
| End of twilight | 21:41 |
| Moonrise | 14:30 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 16 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:01 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (04:20–14:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (14:01–20:50) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:01–04:22 (25.07)
Yamaghanta 14:01–04:22 (25.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:20–14:01 Anandadi: Mitra 14:01–04:22 (25.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:20–03:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:26 |
| Godhuli | 20:50–21:05 |
| Pradosha | 20:50–22:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (25.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:07–05:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:24–08:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:31–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:39–16:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:14, 16:26–17:32 |
| Varjyam | 20:18–22:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:20–18:32, 20:23–20:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Swati until 14:01, Vishakha from 14:01; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Karka 04:20, Simha 06:46, Kanya 09:47, Tula 12:47, Vrischika 15:48, Dhanu 18:32, Makara 20:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 14:01) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 14:01) — loss of money; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 04:20–20:50: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 06:34
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:34–04:22 (25.07)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 04:20–14:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:20–14:01+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 14:01–04:22 (25.07)0 Yamaghanta 14:01–04:22 (25.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Rikta tithi 04:20–01:42 (25.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
At sunrise 04:22
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 04:01 (26.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 16:58 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 07:33 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:53 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:33 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 14:53 | karana Gara |
| from 16:58 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 04:01 (26.07) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 04:01 (26.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:22 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:49 |
| End of twilight | 21:39 |
| Moonrise | 15:33 |
| Moonset | 00:07 |
| Day length | 16 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:22–16:58) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (16:58–20:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 04:22–04:01 (26.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:01–04:23 (26.07)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:22–16:58 Anandadi: Vajra 16:58–04:23 (26.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:34–04:27 (26.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:22–03:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:49–21:04 |
| Pradosha | 20:49–22:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (26.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:05–08:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:42–18:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:28–10:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:39–08:45, 23:51–00:21 (26.07) |
| Varjyam | 21:26–23:13 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:22–06:42, 09:43–15:44, 20:19–20:49
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:22–06:42, 09:43–15:44, 20:19–20:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:22–06:42, 09:43–15:44, 20:19–20:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:22–06:42, 09:43–20:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Vishakha until 16:58, Anuradha from 16:58; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Karka 04:22, Simha 06:42, Kanya 09:43, Tula 12:43, Vrischika 15:44, Dhanu 18:28, Makara 20:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 16:58) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 16:58) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:22–07:33+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:22–16:58+1 Auspicious tithi 04:22–04:01 (26.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:58–04:23 (26.07)0 Anandadi: Vajra 16:58–04:23 (26.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:22–04:01 (26.07)
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 17:03 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
At sunrise 04:23
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 05:59 (27.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 19:42 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 08:24 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 17:03 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:24 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 17:03 | karana Vishti |
| from 19:42 | nakshatra Jyestha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:23 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:47 |
| End of twilight | 21:37 |
| Moonrise | 16:33 |
| Moonset | 00:36 |
| Day length | 16 h 23 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 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, Anuradha (04:23–19:42) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (19:42–20:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:03–20:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:23–19:42 Ravi Yoga 04:23–19:42 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–19:42
Anandadi: Saumya 04:23–19:42 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 19:42–04:25 (27.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 17:03–05:59 (27.07); Bhadra Puchha 22:12–23:30; Bhadra Mukha 23:30–01:40 (27.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:34–04:27
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:23–03:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:47–21:02 |
| Pradosha | 20:47–22:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (27.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:07–09:54 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:26–08:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:32–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 01:50–03:36 (27.07) |
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 04:23–06:38, 09:39–15:40, 20:16–20:47 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:23–06:38, 09:39–18:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Anuradha until 19:42, Jyestha from 19:42; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Karka 04:23, Simha 06:38, Kanya 09:39, Tula 12:39, Vrischika 15:40, Dhanu 18:24, Makara 20:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 19:42) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 19:42) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 17:03
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:23–19:42+2 Ravi Yoga 04:23–19:42+2 Yoga Brahma 08:24–04:25 (27.07)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 04:23–19:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:23–19:42+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 19:42–04:25 (27.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 19:42–04:25 (27.07)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:03–04:25 (27.07)−1 Gandanta 04:23–04:27−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Kaladanda |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) |
At sunrise 04:25
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 05:59 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 22:01 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 08:58 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 05:59 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:59 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:59 | karana Bava |
| from 08:58 | yoga Indra |
| from 18:49 | karana Balava |
| from 22:01 | nakshatra Mula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:25 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:45 |
| End of twilight | 21:35 |
| Moonrise | 17:30 |
| Moonset | 01:12 |
| Day length | 16 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:59 |
|---|
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, Jyestha (04:25–20:45) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:25–05:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) · Vishnu
Vishnu enters his four-month sleep on the serpent Shesha — Chaturmasya begins. Weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras are not held until Devutthana Ekadashi; vows are taken and sadhana is intensified.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:01 (26.07)–05:59
Ekadashi prevails at two sunrises, but on the first day Dashami extends into Arunodaya — everyone fasts on the second day
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:27–07:31 (28.07)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:25–22:01 Anandadi: Dhumra 22:01–04:27 (28.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 17:03 (26.07)–05:59; Bhadra Puchha 22:12–23:30 (26.07); Bhadra Mukha 23:30 (26.07)–01:40
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 15:29–04:32 (28.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:24–03:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:18–16:24 |
| Godhuli | 20:45–21:00 |
| Pradosha | 20:45–22:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (28.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:22–14:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:38–16:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:25–06:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:30–10:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:52–10:57, 16:24–17:29 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:25–06:34, 09:35–15:36, 20:12–20:45
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:25–06:34, 09:35–15:36, 20:12–20:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:25–06:34, 09:35–15:36, 20:12–20:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:25–06:34, 09:35–18:20, 20:12–20:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 05:59, Shukla-dvadashi from 05:59; lagna Karka 04:25, Simha 06:34, Kanya 09:35, Tula 12:35, Vrischika 15:36, Dhanu 18:20, Makara 20:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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 = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 04:25–08:58+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:25–05:590 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:25–05:59−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:25–22:01−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:25–22:01
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:27
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 07:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 23:51 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 09:11 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:31 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:31 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:31 | karana Kaulava |
| from 09:11 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 20:05 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:51 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:27 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:43 |
| End of twilight | 21:32 |
| Moonrise | 18:21 |
| Moonset | 01:54 |
| Day length | 16 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:31 |
|---|
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, Mula (04:27–20:43) 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, 20:43–22:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 23:51–04:29 (29.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:27–07:31
Anandadi: Sthira 04:27–23:51 Anandadi: Vardhamana 23:51–04:29 (29.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 15:29 (27.07)–04:32
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:25–03:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:18–16:23 |
| Godhuli | 20:43–20:59 |
| Pradosha | 20:43–22:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (29.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:58–18:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:33–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:39–18:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:29–08:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:42–08:47, 13:08–14:13 |
| Varjyam | 22:08–23:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:27–06:30, 07:31–09:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:27–06:30, 07:31–09:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:27–06:30 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:27–06:30, 07:31–09:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:27–06:30, 07:31–20:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 07:31, Shukla-triodashi from 07:31; lagna Karka 04:27, Simha 06:30, Kanya 09:31, Tula 12:31, Vrischika 15:32, Dhanu 18:16, Makara 20:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 09:11–20:43: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 04:27–09:11+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:27–23:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:31–04:29 (29.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:27–07:31−1 Gandanta 04:27–04:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:27–23:51−3 Vaidhriti 09:11–04:29 (29.07)
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, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:29
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 08:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 01:09 (30.07) more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 08:59 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:31 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:31 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 08:31 | karana Gara |
| from 08:59 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 20:48 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:09 (30.07) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:29 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:41 |
| End of twilight | 21:30 |
| Moonrise | 19:06 |
| Moonset | 02:45 |
| Day length | 16 h 12 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 08:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (04:29–20:41) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:31–20:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:29–01:09 (30.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:31–04:31 (30.07)
Anandadi: Matanga 04:29–01:09 (30.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 01:09–04:31 (30.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:27–03:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:17–16:22 |
| Godhuli | 20:41–20:57 |
| Pradosha | 20:41–22:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (30.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:06–21:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:32–10:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:37–16:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:29–06:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:29–05:34, 05:34–06:38 |
| Varjyam | 09:58–11:40 |
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 04:29–08:31, 09:27–18:12, 20:04–20:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 08:31, Shukla-chaturdashi from 08:31; lagna Karka 04:29, Simha 06:26, Kanya 09:27, Tula 12:27, Vrischika 15:29, Dhanu 18:12, Makara 20:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:31–20:41: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 04:29–08:59: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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 04:29–01:09 (30.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:31–04:31 (30.07)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:29–01:09 (30.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 04:29–08:310 Chaturmasya−1 Vaidhriti 04:29–08:59−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:29–01:09 (30.07)−2 Rikta tithi 08:31–04:31 (30.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 04:31
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 08:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 01:56 (31.07) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 08:22 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:58 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:22 | yoga Priti |
|---|---|
| from 08:58 | tithi Purnima |
| from 08:58 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:00 | karana Bava |
| from 01:56 (31.07) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:31 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:39 |
| End of twilight | 21:28 |
| Moonrise | 19:44 |
| Moonset | 03:43 |
| Day length | 16 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (04:31–20:39) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:58–20:39: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:31–08:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:58–14:12
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 31.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:31–01:56 (31.07)
Anandadi: Amrita 04:31–19:47 Anandadi: Musala 19:47–03:35 (31.07) Anandadi: Gada 03:35–04:32 (31.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:58–21:00; Bhadra Puchha 16:45–17:56; Bhadra Mukha 17:56–19:56
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:28–03:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:17–16:21 |
| Godhuli | 20:39–20:55 |
| Pradosha | 20:39–22:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (31.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:20–20:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:38–20:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:37–18:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:30–19:35 |
| Varjyam | 09:25–11:04 |
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 04:31–06:22, 09:23–18:08, 20:00–20:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 08:58, Purnima from 08:58; lagna Karka 04:31, Simha 06:22, Kanya 09:23, Tula 12:23, Vrischika 15:25, Dhanu 18:08, Makara 20:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:31–08:58: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 08:58–20:39: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:31–01:56 (31.07)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:31–19:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:31–01:56 (31.07)+1 Yoga Priti 08:22–04:32 (31.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 19:47–03:35 (31.07)−2 Rikta tithi 04:31–08:58−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:58–21:00
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1956 · Vikram 2091 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Ashadha Purnima |
At sunrise 04:32
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 08:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 02:16 (01.08) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 07:20 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:54 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:20 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 08:54 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 08:54 | karana Balava |
| from 20:42 | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:16 (01.08) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:32 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:38 |
| End of twilight | 21:26 |
| Moonrise | 20:17 |
| Moonset | 04:49 |
| Day length | 16 h 05 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 08:54 |
|---|
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 08:54 |
|---|
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, Shravana (04:32–20:38) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Veda Vyasa and spiritual teachers
The day of honouring spiritual teachers and Veda Vyasa, the compiler of the Vedas, the Puranas and the Mahabharata. Guru Puja is performed, gifts are offered to teachers and the study of sacred texts is begun.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise and lasting at least 3 muhurtas after it, 04:32–08:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ashadha Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Ashadha — Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima), the day of honouring teachers.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:58 (30.07)–08:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 30.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:32–02:16 (01.08) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 02:16–04:34 (01.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:32–02:16 (01.08) Anandadi: Shubha 02:16–04:34 (01.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:30–09:18
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:29–04:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:16–16:20 |
| Godhuli | 20:38–20:53 |
| Pradosha | 20:38–22:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (01.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:43–17:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:33–08:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:34–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:36–16:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:07–14:11, 16:20–17:25 |
| Varjyam | 06:00–07:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:54–20:38
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:54–20:38 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:54–20:38 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:32–06:18, 09:19–18:04, 19:56–20:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Purnima until 08:54, Krishna-pratipat from 08:54; lagna Karka 04:32, Simha 06:18, Kanya 09:19, Tula 12:20, Vrischika 15:21, Dhanu 18:04, Makara 19:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:32–08:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:32–02:16 (01.08)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:32–02:16 (01.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:32–02:16 (01.08)+1 Yoga Priti 04:32–07:20+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:54–04:34 (01.08)0 Chaturmasya
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Prabhava (No. 1)
Shaka Samvat 1956 · Vikram Samvat 2091 · Kali Yuga 5135
Next year — Rakshasa, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 8.04.2035
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
digging, plowing, planting trees
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
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.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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”
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
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.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Prior 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)
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.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
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-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
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
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: 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
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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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: 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: 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)
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: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra 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-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).
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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Auspicious: 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.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra 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-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).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Auspicious: 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: 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: 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 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-panchami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
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.
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.
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.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Cobra venom”: a triple combination of weekday, tithi and nakshatra (Sun — 5th + Krittika, Mon — 2nd + Chitra, Tue — 15th + Rohini, Wed — 7th + Bharani, Thu — 13th + Anuradha, Fri — 6th + Shravana, Sat — 8th + Revati). The strongest of the kuyogas: the day is unfavourable for any activity.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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: 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: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
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
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
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
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
Planting and sowing are allowed.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: 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: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra 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.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: 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)
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: 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
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Sunday when the Moon is in Pushya. Very favourable for purchases, preparing medicines and medical treatment, beginning studies and mantra practice.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: 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: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
“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
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.
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: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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 (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
−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: 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: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
−1 — unfavourable 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: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: 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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings