July 2046 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Jyeshtha (until 4.07), Ashadha (from 5.07). Periods: 4–11.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 13.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 5.07 Ratha Yatra; 13.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 17.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima). 18.07 — lunar eclipse, partial (visible until setting).
Icons this month (21)
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
- 5.07 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Shubha after 07:14
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 9.07 Mon — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra until 17:42
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 12.07 Thu — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 07:54 until 09:22
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 13.07 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Shubha until 17:33
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal. - 24.07 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi after 15:09
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 30.07 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra after 05:54 until 18:56
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Festivals
- 1.07 Sun Pradosha Vrat
- 2.07 Mon Masik Shivaratri
- 4.07 Wed Jyeshtha Amavasya
- 4.07 Wed Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- 5.07 Thu Ratha Yatra
- 5.07 Thu Chandra Darshan
- 7.07 Sat Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 8.07 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 11.07 Wed Masik Durgashtami
- 13.07 Fri Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
- 14.07 Sat Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) — Vaishnava fast
- 15.07 Sun Pradosha Vrat
- 17.07 Tue Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
- 17.07 Tue Ashadha Purnima
- 17.07 Tue Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
- 21.07 Sat Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana)
- 23.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 25.07 Wed Kalashtami
- 29.07 Sun Kamika Ekadashi
- 30.07 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 30.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 31.07 Tue Masik Shivaratri
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.07 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 03:50–07:34
- 2.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 2.07 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:37–03:51 (03.07)
- 5.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 5.07 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:14–03:54 (06.07)
- 5.07 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 07:14–03:54 (06.07)
- 8.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:31–03:58 (09.07)
- 13.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:21–04:04 (14.07)
- 15.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:03–04:07 (16.07)
- 24.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:20–09:52
- 26.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:24–15:12
- 28.07 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:29–20:58
- 28.07 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:29–04:29 (29.07)
- 29.07 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 20:47–04:31 (30.07)
- 30.07 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:31–18:56
- 30.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:31–18:56
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 Sun — Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 3.07 Tue — Yamaghanta, Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
- 4.07 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya, Kshaya tithi (unfavourable day)
- 6.07 Fri — Anandadi: Mrityu, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Yoga Vajra (unfavourable day)
- 7.07 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 8.07 Sun — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 10.07 Tue — Vishti (Bhadra), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 11.07 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 14.07 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 17.07 Tue — Eclipse, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vaidhriti (unfavourable day)
- 18.07 Wed — Eclipse, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
- 22.07 Sun — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 23.07 Mon — Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka, Anandadi: Gada
- 27.07 Fri — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 29.07 Sun — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 31.07 Tue — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 4.07 New moon (Amavasya) 04:39
- 17.07 Karka Sankranti 00:04 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
- 18.07 Full moon (Purnima) 03:55
- 18.07 Lunar eclipse, partial, greatest eclipse 04:05, magnitude 0.246
visible until setting: 03:07–04:12, maximum eclipse here 04:05, magnitude 0.246
Periods
- 4–11.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- from 13.07 Chaturmasya
- 20.07 11:59 – 25.07 12:43 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Akshaya (No. 60, “inexhaustible (as Kshaya — depletion)”) — A year that completes the cycle: reserves dwindle, but good deeds bear inexhaustible fruit. more
Northern samvatsara: Pramathi. Shaka Samvat 1968, Vikram Samvat 2103, Kali Yuga 5147.
Jyeshtha (Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima. more
Ashadha (Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 07:34 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 09:20 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 17:42 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:34 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:34 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:34 | karana Gara |
| from 09:20 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 17:42 | yoga Ganda |
| from 19:27 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 00:50 |
| Moonset | 19:24 |
| Day length | 17 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 0, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:34 | from 09:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (03:50–09:20) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (09:20–21:16) is good for sowing.
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, 21:16–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 03:50–07:34
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–07:34 Hutashana Yoga 03:50–07:34 Krakacha Yoga 03:50–07:34
Anandadi: Prajapati 09:20–03:50 (02.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:50–09:20
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 | 02:57–03:23 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 06:51–08:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:05–21:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:55–19:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:06 |
| Varjyam | 01:31–03:08 (02.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:18–17:19
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 11:18–17:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:18–17:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:50–08:17, 11:18–20:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika until 09:20, Rohini from 09:20; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 07:34, Krishna-trayodashi from 07:34; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:19, Simha 08:17, Kanya 11:18, Tula 14:18, Vrischika 17:19, Dhanu 20:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 09:20) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 09:20) — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 09:20–03:50 (02.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:20–03:50 (02.07)0 Tripushkar Yoga 03:50–07:340 Yoga Ganda 17:42–19:57−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:50–09:20−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–07:34−2 Hutashana Yoga 03:50–07:34−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:50–07:34
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 — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — after 09:37 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 09:37 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 16:10 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:10 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:10 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:10 | karana Vishti |
| from 09:37 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 16:10 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 18:44 | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 01:28 |
| Moonset | 20:27 |
| Day length | 17 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 1, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:10 | from 09:37 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:50–09:37) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (09:37–21:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:10–18:44: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 18:44–21:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:10–21:16: 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, 00:20–00:47 (03.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:37–03:51 (03.07)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:50–09:37 Anandadi: Ananda 09:37–03:51 (03.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:10–18:44; Bhadra Mukha 07:10–09:05; Bhadra Puchha 17:31–18:40
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 | 06:22–08:00, 00:36–02:11 (03.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:01–08:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:22–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:18, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 15:08–16:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:50–07:10
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:50–07:10 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:50–07:10 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:50–07:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini until 09:37, Mrigashirsha from 09:37; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 07:10, Krishna-chaturdashi from 07:10; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:15, Simha 08:13, Kanya 11:14, Tula 14:14, Vrischika 17:15, Dhanu 19:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 09:37) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 09:37) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:10–21:16: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:37
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:37–03:51 (03.07)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:50–09:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–09:37+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Vriddhi 16:10–03:51 (03.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:10–18:44−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:10–03:51 (03.07)
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 06:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 09:17 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 14:10 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 06:10 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:10 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 06:10 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 09:17 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 14:10 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 17:28 | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 02:25 |
| Moonset | 21:14 |
| Day length | 17 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:10 | from 09:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (03:51–09:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shakuni 03:51–06:10: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 06:10–17:28: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 17:28–21:15: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:51–06:10: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 09:17–03:52 (04.07)
Anandadi: Chara 09:17–03:52 (04.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:51–09:17
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:25 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 22:48–00:21 (04.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:54–19:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:12–10:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:20–08:30, 23:54–00:20 (04.07) |
| Varjyam | 17:24–18:57 |
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 03:51–08:09, 11:10–19:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 09:17, Ardra from 09:17; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 06:10, Amavasya from 06:10; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:11, Simha 08:09, Kanya 11:10, Tula 14:10, Vrischika 17:11, Dhanu 19:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 09:17) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 09:17) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:51–06:10: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 06:10–21:15: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −6
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Anandadi: Chara 09:17–03:52 (04.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–09:17+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:51–14:10−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:17–03:52 (04.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:51–09:17−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:51–06:10−3 Yamaghanta 09:17–03:52 (04.07)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Jyeshtha Amavasya · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 04:39 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 08:28 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 11:47 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 04:39 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:39 | tithi Shukla-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 04:39 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 08:28 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 11:47 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 15:43 | karana Bava |
| from 02:42 (05.07) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 02:42 (05.07) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 03:41 |
| Moonset | 21:45 |
| Day length | 17 h 22 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 04:39 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:39 | from 08:28 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (08:28–21:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Naga 03:52–04:39: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 04:39–15:43: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Jyeshtha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:10 (03.07)–04:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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 04:39–02:42 (05.07)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins
Ghatasthapana: 04:39–09:40
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:42–03:53 (05.07)
Samvartaka Yoga 04:39–02:42 (05.07)
Anandadi: Musala 03:52–08:28 Anandadi: Gada 08:28–03:53 (05.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:16–05:01
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| 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 | none on this day |
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 | 19:51–21:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:39–08:05, 08:28–21:15
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:39–08:05, 08:28–21:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:39–08:05, 08:28–21:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:52–08:28, 11:06–19:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 08:28, Punarvasu from 08:28; tithi Amavasya until 04:39, Shukla-pratipat from 04:39; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:07, Simha 08:05, Kanya 11:06, Tula 14:06, Vrischika 17:07, Dhanu 19:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 08:28) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 08:28) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 03:52–04:39: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya, Kshaya tithi
+1 Yoga Dhruva 03:52–11:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:28–03:53 (05.07)0 Yoga Vyaghata 11:47–14:59−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:52–08:28−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:52–08:28−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Amavasya 03:52–04:39−3 Samvartaka Yoga 04:39–02:42 (05.07)
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 | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — after 07:14 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Ratha Yatra · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:27 (06.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 07:14 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 09:04 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:36 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:14 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 09:04 | yoga Harshana |
| from 13:36 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:27 (06.07) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 00:27 (06.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | 05:11 |
| Moonset | 22:05 |
| Day length | 17 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (03:53–07:14) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:14–21:14) is good for sowing.
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 02:42–00:27 (06.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 21:14–22:05
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:14–22:05
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:53–07:14 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:14–03:54 (06.07) Guru Pushya Yoga 07:14–03:54 (06.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 03:53–07:14 Anandadi: Shubha 07:14–03:54 (06.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:00–03:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| 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 | 04:58–06:29, 23:44–01:14 (06.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:53–06:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:13–10:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:40–10:49, 16:36–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 14:44–16:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:53–08:01, 11:02–17:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 03:53–08:01, 11:02–17:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 03:53–08:01, 11:02–17:04 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:53–08:01, 11:02–19:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 07:14, Pushya from 07:14; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 05:03, Simha 08:01, Kanya 11:02, Tula 14:02, Vrischika 17:04, Dhanu 19:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 07:14) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 07:14) — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +10
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 07:14
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:14–03:54 (06.07)+2 Pushya 07:14–03:54 (06.07)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:14–03:54 (06.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:53–00:27 (06.07)+1 Yoga Harshana 09:04–03:54 (06.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:53–07:14
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
At sunrise 03:54
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 05:43 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 06:08 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:14 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:43 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 06:08 | yoga Vajra |
| from 11:14 | karana Gara |
| from 22:00 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 22:00 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:04 (07.07) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:54 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:11 |
| Moonrise | 06:46 |
| Moonset | 22:20 |
| Day length | 17 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (03:54–05:43) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:43–12:22
Anandadi: Utpata 03:54–05:43 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:43–03:55 (07.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:28–09:36 (07.07)
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 | 02:33–04:02 (07.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:24–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:53–19:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:04–08:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:22–08:31, 13:08–14:18 |
| Varjyam | 17:37–19:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:54–05:43
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 03:54–05:43 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:54–05:43 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:54–05:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya until 05:43, Ashlesha from 05:43; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 04:59, Simha 07:57, Kanya 10:58, Tula 13:58, Vrischika 17:00, Dhanu 19:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 05:43) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 05:43) — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = +2
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu
+2 Pushya 03:54–05:43+1 Yoga Harshana 03:54–06:08+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:54–22:00+1 Ravi Yoga 05:43–12:220 Yoga Vajra 06:08–07:11−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:43–03:55 (07.07)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:43–03:55 (07.07)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 03:55
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 19:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 04:02 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 23:55 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:43 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:02 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 08:43 | karana Vishti |
| from 19:26 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 19:26 | karana Bava |
| from 23:55 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 02:16 (08.07) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 08:20 |
| Moonset | 22:31 |
| Day length | 17 h 16 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 04:02 | from 19:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (04:02–21:12) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:43–19:26: 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), 10:50–14:18
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–19:26 Ravi Yoga 04:02–02:16 (08.07)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:26–02:16 (08.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:26–03:57 (08.07)
Anandadi: Manasa 03:55–04:02 Anandadi: Padma 04:02–02:16 (08.07) Anandadi: Lumbaka 02:16–03:57 (08.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 08:43–19:26; Bhadra Mukha 08:43–10:30; Bhadra Puchha 18:22–19:26
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:28 (06.07)–09:36
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:02–03:29 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 02:33–04:02, 00:03–01:32 (08.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:15–10:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:55–06:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:55–05:05, 05:05–06:14 |
| Varjyam | 15:09–16:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 04:02, Magha from 04:02; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 19:26, Shukla-panchami from 19:26; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 04:55, Simha 07:53, Kanya 10:54, Tula 13:55, Vrischika 16:56, Dhanu 19:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 04:02) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 04:02) — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 03:55–19:26: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 08:43–19:26: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Yoga Siddhi 03:55–23:55+2 Ravi Yoga 04:02–02:16 (08.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–19:26+1 Anandadi: Padma 04:02–02:16 (08.07)0 Auspicious tithi 19:26–03:57 (08.07)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:26–02:16 (08.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:26–03:57 (08.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 03:55–09:36−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:55–04:02−2 Rikta tithi 03:55–19:26−3 Bhadra on earth 08:43–19:26
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 03:57
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 16:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 00:31 (09.07) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 20:47 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 06:09 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:09 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 16:52 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 16:52 | karana Kaulava |
| from 20:47 | yoga Variyana |
| from 00:31 (09.07) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 03:36 (09.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:57 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:09 |
| Moonrise | 09:52 |
| Moonset | 22:41 |
| Day length | 17 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:52 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (03:57–21:11) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 16:52–03:58 (09.07)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 00:31–03:58 (09.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:31–03:58 (09.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:52–03:58 (09.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 03:57–00:31 (09.07) Anandadi: Mitra 00:31–03:58 (09.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:31–17:14
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 | 18:35–20:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:02–21:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:53–19:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:53–20:02 |
| Varjyam | 09:41–11:10 |
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 03:57–07:50, 10:50–16:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-panchami until 16:52, Shukla-shashti from 16:52; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 04:51, Simha 07:50, Kanya 10:50, Tula 13:51, Vrischika 16:52, Dhanu 19:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 03:57–20:47: 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 = −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: Vyatipata
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 03:57–00:31 (09.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 03:57–16:520 Yoga Variyana 20:47–03:58 (09.07)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:52–03:58 (09.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:57–00:31 (09.07)−3 Vyatipata 03:57–20:47
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, Anandadi: Shrivatsa; auspicious time — until 17:42 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
At sunrise 03:58
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 14:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 22:52 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 17:42 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:22 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:22 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 14:22 | karana Gara |
| from 17:42 | yoga Parigha |
| from 22:52 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 01:10 (10.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:58 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | 11:23 |
| Moonset | 22:50 |
| Day length | 17 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (03:58–21:10) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:58–22:52
Hutashana Yoga 03:58–14:22 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–14:22 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:22–03:59 (10.07) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 22:52–03:59 (10.07)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:58–22:52 Anandadi: Vajra 22:52–03:59 (10.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:04–03:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| 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 | 16:10–17:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:07–08:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:25–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:17, 16:35–17:44 |
| Varjyam | 07:13–08:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 14:22–16:48
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 14:22–16:48 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 14:22–16:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:58–07:46, 10:47–19:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-shashti until 14:22, Shukla-saptami from 14:22; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:47, Simha 07:46, Kanya 10:47, Tula 13:47, Vrischika 16:48, Dhanu 19:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 17:42
+2 Ravi Yoga 03:58–22:52+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:58–22:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:58–22:52+1 Yoga Variyana 03:58–17:42+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 14:22–03:59 (10.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 03:58–14:22 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:22–03:59 (10.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–14:22 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Parigha 17:42–03:59 (10.07)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
At sunrise 03:59
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 12:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 21:22 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 14:45 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:00 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:00 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 12:00 | karana Vishti |
| from 14:45 | yoga Shiva |
| from 21:22 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 22:53 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:59 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:09 |
| End of twilight | 22:06 |
| Moonrise | 12:53 |
| Moonset | 23:01 |
| Day length | 17 h 10 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 12:00 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (03:59–21:09) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:00–21:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:00–04:00 (11.07)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:59–12:00 Hutashana Yoga 03:59–12:00 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:59–12:00
Anandadi: Saumya 03:59–21:22 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 21:22–04:00 (11.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 12:00–22:53; Bhadra Puchha 13:38–14:44; Bhadra Mukha 14:44–16:33
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:05–03:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:09–21:23 |
| Pradosha | 21:09–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (11.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:44–17:14 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:52–19:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:17–10:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:25–08:34, 23:54–00:21 (11.07) |
| Varjyam | 06:44–08:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:59–12:00
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:59–12:00 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:59–12:00 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:59–19:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-saptami until 12:00, Shukla-ashtami from 12:00; lagna Mithuna 03:59, Karka 04:43, Simha 07:42, Kanya 10:43, Tula 13:43, Vrischika 16:44, Dhanu 19:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 12:00–21:09: 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 = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:00–04:00 (11.07)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:59–21:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:59–21:22+1 Auspicious tithi 03:59–12:000 Yoga Shiva 14:45–04:00 (11.07)0 Yoga Parigha 03:59–04:13−1 Ashtami 12:00–04:00 (11.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 12:00–04:00 (11.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Hutashana Yoga 03:59–12:00−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:59–12:00−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:59–12:00−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:00–22:53
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 04:00
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 20:05 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 11:57 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:50 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:50 | tithi Shukla-navami |
|---|---|
| from 09:50 | karana Balava |
| from 11:57 | yoga Siddha |
| from 20:05 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 20:50 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:00 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:05 |
| Moonrise | 14:25 |
| Moonset | 23:14 |
| Day length | 17 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:50 | from 20:05 |
|---|
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, Chitra (04:00–20:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (20:05–21:08) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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 12:00 (10.07)–09:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 20:05–04:02 (12.07)
Hutashana Yoga 04:00–09:50 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–09:50 Krakacha Yoga 09:50–04:02 (12.07)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:00–20:05 Anandadi: Dhumra 20:05–04:02 (12.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:06–03:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| 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 | 14:01–15:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:09–08:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:26–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 04:56–06:27, 01:26–02:58 (12.07) |
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 04:00–07:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 20:05, Swati from 20:05; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 09:50, Shukla-navami from 09:50; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:39, Simha 07:38, Kanya 10:39, Tula 13:39, Vrischika 16:40, Dhanu 19:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 20:05) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 20:05) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 04:00–09:50: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 09:50–21:08: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+1 Yoga Siddha 11:57–04:02 (12.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:00–20:05+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ravi Yoga 20:05–04:02 (12.07)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:00–20:05−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:00–09:50−1 Rikta tithi 09:50–04:02 (12.07)−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:00–09:50−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–09:50−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:50–04:02 (12.07)
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 | Best day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 07:54; auspicious time — until 09:22 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
At sunrise 04:02
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 07:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 19:04 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 09:22 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 07:54 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:54 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 07:54 | karana Taitila |
| from 09:22 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 19:02 | karana Gara |
| from 19:04 | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:02 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:03 |
| Moonrise | 15:57 |
| Moonset | 23:32 |
| Day length | 17 h 05 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 07:54 | from 19:04 |
|---|
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 (04:02–19:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (19:04–21:07) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:54–04:03 (13.07)
Hutashana Yoga 04:02–07:54 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–07:54
Anandadi: Sthira 04:02–19:04 Anandadi: Vardhamana 19:04–04:03 (13.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:07–03:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| 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 | 10:38–12:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:43–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:02–06:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:18–10:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:44–10:52, 16:34–17:42 |
| Varjyam | 00:30–02:03 (13.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:35–16:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 10:35–16:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:35–16:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:35–19:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 19:04, Vishakha from 19:04; tithi Shukla-navami until 07:54, Shukla-dashami from 07:54; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:35, Simha 07:34, Kanya 10:35, Tula 13:35, Vrischika 16:36, Dhanu 19:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 19:04) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 19:04) — loss of money; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 04:02–07:54: 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
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 07:54
Auspicious time ends by 09:22
+2 Yoga Siddha 04:02–09:22+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:54–04:03 (13.07)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:02–19:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:02–19:04+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:54–04:03 (13.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:02–07:54 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–07:54 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Rikta tithi 04:02–07:54
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 17:33 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) |
At sunrise 04:03
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 06:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 18:21 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 07:01 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:15 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:15 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 06:15 | karana Vanija |
| from 07:01 | yoga Shubha |
| from 17:33 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:21 | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:03 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:06 |
| End of twilight | 22:02 |
| Moonrise | 17:25 |
| Moonset | 23:59 |
| Day length | 17 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:15 | from 18:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:03–18:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (18:21–21:06) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:33–21:06: 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 06:15–04:57 (14.07)
Dwadashi ends before the next sunrise — to break the fast on Dwadashi, Smartas fast the day before, on the day Ekadashi begins
Parana (breaking the fast): 14:17–17:41 (14.07)
Vaishnava date: 14.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:03–18:21 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:15–04:04 (14.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:21–04:04 (14.07)
Hutashana Yoga 04:03–06:15
Anandadi: Matanga 04:03–18:21 Anandadi: Rakshasa 18:21–04:04 (14.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 17:33–04:57 (14.07); Bhadra Puchha 22:08–23:17; Bhadra Mukha 23:17–01:10 (14.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:53–06:38
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:08–03:35 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 09:49–11:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:27–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:50–18:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:11–08:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:28–08:36, 13:09–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 22:18–23:52 |
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 04:03–07:30, 10:31–16:32 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 18:21–19:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 18:21, Anuradha from 18:21; tithi Shukla-dashami until 06:15, Shukla-ekadashi from 06:15; lagna Mithuna 04:03, Karka 04:31, Simha 07:30, Kanya 10:31, Tula 13:31, Vrischika 16:32, Dhanu 19:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 18:21) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 18:21) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.
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.
- 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 = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 17:33
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:03–18:21+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:15–04:04 (14.07)+2 Yoga Shubha 07:01–04:04 (14.07)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:03–18:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:03–06:150 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:21–04:04 (14.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 18:21–04:04 (14.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 04:03–06:15 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 18:21–04:04 (14.07)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:33–04:04 (14.07)
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 — Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 04:04
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 04:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 18:00 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 04:57 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 04:57 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:57 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 04:57 | karana Bava |
| from 04:57 | yoga Shukla |
| from 16:26 | karana Balava |
| from 18:00 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 03:11 (15.07) | yoga Brahma |
| from 04:01 (15.07) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 04:01 (15.07) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:04 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:05 |
| End of twilight | 22:00 |
| Moonrise | 18:44 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 17 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:57 | from 18:00 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:04–18:00) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (18:00–21:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:04–04:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 13.07
Smartas fast the day before so as to break the fast while it is still Dwadashi; Vaishnavas fast on the day when Ekadashi prevails at sunrise.
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Hutashana Yoga 04:04–04:57
Anandadi: Amrita 04:04–18:00 Anandadi: Musala 18:00–04:06 (15.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 17:33 (13.07)–04:57; Bhadra Puchha 22:08–23:17 (13.07); Bhadra Mukha 23:17 (13.07)–01:10
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:09–03:37 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 07:45–09:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:20–10:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:04–06:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:04–05:12, 05:12–06:20 |
| Varjyam | 23:37–01:13 (15.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:04–04:57
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 04:04–04:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:04–04:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:04–07:26, 10:27–18:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 18:00, Jyestha from 18:00; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 04:57, Shukla-dvadashi from 04:57; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:27, Simha 07:26, Kanya 10:27, Tula 13:27, Vrischika 16:28, Dhanu 19:12, Makara 21:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 18:00) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 18:00) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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
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: Kshaya tithi
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:04–04:57+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:04–18:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:04–18:00+1 Auspicious tithi 04:04–04:570 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 04:04–04:570 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:04–04:570 Anandadi: Musala 18:00–04:06 (15.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 18:00–04:06 (15.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious tithi; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:06
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 03:31 (16.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 18:03 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 01:45 (16.07) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:43 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:43 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 18:03 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 01:45 (16.07) | yoga Indra |
| from 03:31 (16.07) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 03:31 (16.07) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:06 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:04 |
| End of twilight | 21:58 |
| Moonrise | 19:46 |
| Moonset | 00:39 |
| Day length | 16 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (04:06–18:03) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (18:03–21:04) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:04–22:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 18:03–04:07 (16.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:03–04:07 (16.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:03–04:07 (16.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 18:03–04:07 (16.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:06–18:03
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:00–00:08 (16.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
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 | 09:14–10:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:56–21:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:49–18:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:48–19:56 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:06–07:22, 10:23–16:24
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 04:06–07:22, 10:23–16:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:06–07:22, 10:23–16:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:06–07:22, 10:23–19:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha until 18:03, Mula from 18:03; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Mithuna 04:06, Karka 04:24, Simha 07:22, Kanya 10:23, Tula 13:23, Vrischika 16:24, Dhanu 19:08, Makara 20:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 18:03) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 18:03) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 04:06–01:45 (16.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 04:06–03:31 (16.07)+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:03–04:07 (16.07)0 Ravi Yoga 18:03–04:07 (16.07)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 18:03–04:07 (16.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:03–04:07 (16.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:06–18:03−3 Anandadi: Kana 04:06–18:03
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:07
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 03:28 (17.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 18:32 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 00:41 (17.07) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:26 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:26 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 18:32 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 00:41 (17.07) | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 03:28 (17.07) | tithi Purnima |
| from 03:28 (17.07) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:07 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:57 |
| Moonrise | 20:28 |
| Moonset | 01:37 |
| Day length | 16 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:07–18:32) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (18:32–21:02) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:07–21:02: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:07–18:32
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:07–18:32 Anandadi: Utpata 18:32–04:09 (17.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:28–15:38 (17.07); Bhadra Puchha 11:25–12:38 (17.07); Bhadra Mukha 12:38–14:40 (17.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
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 | 12:01–13:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:14–08:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:28–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:42–16:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:16, 16:32–17:39 |
| Varjyam | 16:54–18:32 |
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 04:07–07:18, 10:19–21:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula until 18:32, Purva-Ashadha from 18:32; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Mithuna 04:07, Karka 04:20, Simha 07:18, Kanya 10:19, Tula 13:19, Vrischika 16:20, Dhanu 19:04, Makara 20:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 18:32) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 18:32) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:07–21:02: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Indra 04:07–00:41 (17.07)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:07–18:32+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:07–18:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:07–18:32−2 Rikta tithi 04:07–03:28 (17.07)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Eclipse, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Ashadha Purnima |
At sunrise 04:09
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 03:55 (18.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 19:30 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 00:00 (18.07) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:38 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:38 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 19:30 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 00:00 (18.07) | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 03:55 (18.07) | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 03:55 (18.07) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:09 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:01 |
| End of twilight | 21:55 |
| Moonrise | 20:55 |
| Moonset | 02:51 |
| Day length | 16 h 52 min |
Sky
| Karka Sankranti | 00:04 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer) |
|---|---|
| Sutak | 18:07–04:10 (18.07) |
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 19:30 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (04:09–19:30) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (19:30–21:01) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:09–15:38: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 04:09–03:55 (18.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 04:09–12:35
on the day the Sun enters the sign
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 03:28–03:55 (18.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 19:30–04:10 (18.07) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:55–04:10 (18.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–04:10 (18.07)
Anandadi: Mitra 04:09–19:30 Anandadi: Manasa 19:30–04:10 (18.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:28–15:38; Bhadra Puchha 11:25–12:38; Bhadra Mukha 12:38–14:40
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:30–04:20 (18.07)
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 | 14:30–16:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:48–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:22–10:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:31–08:39, 23:53–00:21 (18.07) |
| Varjyam | 04:31–06:11, 03:59–05:40 (18.07) |
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 04:09–07:14, 10:15–19:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 19:30, Uttara-Ashadha from 19:30; tithi Purnima; lagna Mithuna 04:09, Karka 04:16, Simha 07:14, Kanya 10:15, Tula 13:15, Vrischika 16:16, Dhanu 19:00, Makara 20:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 19:30) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 19:30) — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak (18:07–21:01).
- Purnima 04:09–21:01: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Sankranti at 00:04 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 04:09–21:01: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −10
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: Eclipse, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 04:09–19:300 Auspicious nakshatra 19:30–04:10 (18.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 19:30–04:10 (18.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:09–19:30−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:09–15:38−3 Eclipse−3 Vaidhriti 04:09–00:00 (18.07)
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 | Unfavourable day — Eclipse, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Lunar eclipse, partial (visible until setting) |
At sunrise 04:10
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 04:51 (19.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 20:56 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:43 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:19 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:19 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 20:56 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 23:43 | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:10 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:00 |
| End of twilight | 21:53 |
| Moonrise | 21:13 |
| Moonset | 04:12 |
| Day length | 16 h 49 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 03:55 |
|---|---|
| Lunar eclipse, partial | greatest eclipse 04:05, magnitude 0.246 |
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 01:35 Partial eclipse begins 03:07 Partial eclipse ends 05:02 Penumbral eclipse ends 06:34 |
| Visibility | visible until setting: 03:07–04:12, maximum eclipse here 04:05, magnitude 0.246 |
| Sutak | 04:10–05:02 |
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 20:56 |
|---|
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 (04:10–20:56) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (20:56–21:00) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:10–20:56 Samvartaka Yoga all day
Anandadi: Chhatra 22:39–04:12 (19.07) Anandadi: Vajra 04:10–14:32 Anandadi: Mudgara 14:32–22:39
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:30–04:20
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:13–03:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| 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 | 14:09–15:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:16–08:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:29–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 03:59–05:40, 01:16–02:59 (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 | good 04:10–07:10, 10:11–18:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 20:56, Shravana from 20:56; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Mithuna 04:10, Karka 04:12, Simha 07:10, Kanya 10:11, Tula 13:11, Vrischika 16:12, Dhanu 18:56, Makara 20:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 20:56) — improved health; Shravana (from 20:56) — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak (04:10–05:02).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −9
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: Eclipse, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:10–20:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:10–14:32−1 Gandanta 04:10–04:20−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:10–20:56−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Eclipse−3 Samvartaka Yoga all day
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:12
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 04:51 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 22:52 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 23:48 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 04:51 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:51 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 04:51 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:31 | karana Gara |
| from 22:52 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 23:48 | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:12 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:58 |
| End of twilight | 21:51 |
| Moonrise | 21:26 |
| Moonset | 05:34 |
| Day length | 16 h 46 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 04:51 |
|---|
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, Shravana (04:12–20:58) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:12–22:52 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 22:52–04:14 (20.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:14–03:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| 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 | 11:38–13:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:41–16:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:12–06:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:23–10:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:47–10:54, 16:30–17:37 |
| Varjyam | 03:15–05:01 (20.07) |
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, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:12–07:06, 10:07–18:52, 20:43–20:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 04:51, Krishna-dvitya from 04:51; 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: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); 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.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:12–22:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:12–22:52+1 Yoga Priti 04:12–23:48+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:12–04:510 Chaturmasya−1 Eclipse nearby
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 06:17; auspicious time — until 11:59 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:14
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 06:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 01:13 (21.07) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 00:15 (21.07) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:17 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:17 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 06:17 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:10 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:15 (21.07) | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 01:13 (21.07) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:14 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:57 |
| End of twilight | 21:49 |
| Moonrise | 21:35 |
| Moonset | 06:54 |
| Day length | 16 h 43 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 06:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:10–20:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:14–06:17
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:14–01:13 (21.07) Anandadi: Saumya 01:13–04:15 (21.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 19:10–08:09 (21.07); Bhadra Puchha 03:37–04:55 (21.07); Bhadra Mukha 04:55–07:04 (21.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 11:59–12:43 (25.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:15–03:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 20:57–21:11 |
| Pradosha | 20:57–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (21.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:48–15:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:30–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:46–18:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:19–08:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:34–08:41, 13:09–14:15 |
| Varjyam | 03:15–05:01 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:17–07:02, 10:03–16:05
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 06:17–07:02, 10:03–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:14–19:10 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:17–07:02, 10:03–16:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:14–07:02, 10:03–18:48, 20:39–20:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 06:17, Krishna-tritya from 06:17; lagna Karka 04:14, Simha 07:02, Kanya 10:03, Tula 13:03, Vrischika 16:05, Dhanu 18:48, Makara 20:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 19:10–20:57: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 06:17
Auspicious time ends by 11:59
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:14–01:13 (21.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:14–01:13 (21.07)+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:14–00:15 (21.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:14–06:170 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:14–06:170 Bhadra on earth 19:10–04:15 (21.07)−1 Panchaka 11:59–04:15 (21.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Ananda; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) |
At sunrise 04:15
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 08:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 1 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 03:56 (22.07) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 00:59 (22.07) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:09 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:09 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 08:09 | karana Bava |
| from 21:13 | karana Balava |
| from 00:59 (22.07) | yoga Shobhana |
| from 03:56 (22.07) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:15 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:55 |
| End of twilight | 21:47 |
| Moonrise | 21:43 |
| Moonset | 08:11 |
| Day length | 16 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:09 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (04:15–20:55) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:15–08:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 21:43
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–04:17 (22.07)
Anandadi: Ananda 04:15–03:56 (22.07) Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:56–04:17 (22.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 19:10 (20.07)–08:09; Bhadra Puchha 03:37–04:55; Bhadra Mukha 04:55–07:04
- Chora Panchaka: 11:59 (20.07)–12:43 (25.07)
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 | 19:55–21:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:25–10:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:40–16:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:15–06:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:15–05:22, 05:22–06:28 |
| Varjyam | 09:14–11:01 |
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 04:15–08:09, 09:59–18:44, 20:35–20:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-tritya until 08:09, Krishna-chaturti from 08:09; lagna Karka 04:15, Simha 06:58, Kanya 09:59, Tula 13:00, Vrischika 16:01, Dhanu 18:44, Makara 20:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 08:09–20:55: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 04:15–08:09: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–04:17 (22.07)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:15–03:56 (22.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:15–03:56 (22.07)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:15–00:59 (22.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 04:15–08:090 Chaturmasya−1 Bhadra on earth 04:15–08:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 08:09–04:17 (22.07)
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 — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:17
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 10:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:53 (23.07) more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 01:54 (23.07) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:21 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:21 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 10:21 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:32 | karana Taitila |
| from 01:54 (23.07) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:17 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:53 |
| End of twilight | 21:45 |
| Moonrise | 21:50 |
| Moonset | 09:25 |
| Day length | 16 h 36 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (04:17–20:53) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–10:21
Anandadi: Chara all day
- Chora Panchaka: 11:59 (20.07)–12:43 (25.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:18–03:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:53–21:08 |
| Pradosha | 20:53–22:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (23.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:54–23:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:49–20:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:44–18:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:41–19:47 |
| Varjyam | 11:07–12:55 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:21–15:57, 20:31–20:53
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 10:21–15:57, 20:31–20:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:21–15:57, 20:31–20:53 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:21–18:40, 20:31–20:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 10:21, Krishna-panchami from 10:21; lagna Karka 04:17, Simha 06:55, Kanya 09:55, Tula 12:56, Vrischika 15:57, Dhanu 18:40, Makara 20:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 04:17–10:21: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Chara all day+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:17–01:54 (23.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 10:21–04:18 (23.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Rikta tithi 04:17–10:21−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–10:21
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:18
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 12:44 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:53 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 02:53 (24.07) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:44 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:53 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 12:44 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 12:44 | karana Gara |
| from 01:57 (24.07) | karana Vanija |
| from 02:53 (24.07) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:18 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:52 |
| End of twilight | 21:43 |
| Moonrise | 21:58 |
| Moonset | 10:38 |
| Day length | 16 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:53 | from 12:44 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (04:18–06:53) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:53–20:52) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Hutashana Yoga 12:44–04:20 (24.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:44–04:20 (24.07)
Anandadi: Musala 04:18–06:53 Anandadi: Gada 06:53–04:20 (24.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 11:59 (20.07)–12:43 (25.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 12:18–13:11
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 | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:23–08:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:31–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:39–16:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:15, 16:27–17:33 |
| Varjyam | 17:41–19:28 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:51–12:44
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 09:51–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:51–12:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:51–18:36, 20:27–20:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 06:53, Uttara-Bhadra from 06:53; tithi Krishna-panchami until 12:44, Krishna-shashti from 12:44; lagna Karka 04:18, Simha 06:51, Kanya 09:51, Tula 12:52, Vrischika 15:53, Dhanu 18:36, Makara 20:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 06:53) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 06:53) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:18–12:44+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:53–04:20 (24.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 04:18–04:240 Surya Dagdha tithi 12:44–04:20 (24.07)−1 Hutashana Yoga 12:44–04:20 (24.07)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:44–04:20 (24.07)−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:53–04:20 (24.07)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:18–06:53
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 15:09 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:20
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 15:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 09:52 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 03:47 (25.07) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:09 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:52 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 15:09 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 15:09 | karana Vishti |
| from 03:47 (25.07) | yoga Dhriti |
| from 04:17 (25.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:20 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:50 |
| End of twilight | 21:41 |
| Moonrise | 22:06 |
| Moonset | 11:52 |
| Day length | 16 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:52 | from 15:09 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (04:20–09:52) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (09:52–20:50) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:09–20:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:20–09:52 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:20–09:52 Ravi Yoga 09:52–04:22 (25.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–15:09 Hutashana Yoga 15:09–04:22 (25.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:09–04:22 (25.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:20–09:52 Anandadi: Shubha 09:52–04:22 (25.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 15:09–04:17 (25.07); Bhadra Puchha 20:23–21:42; Bhadra Mukha 21:42–23:53
- Chora Panchaka: 11:59 (20.07)–12:43 (25.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
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 | 04:28–06:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:43–18:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:28–10:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:38–08:44, 23:51–00:21 (25.07) |
| Varjyam | 23:17–01:05 (25.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:20–06:47, 09:48–15:09
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 04:20–06:47, 09:48–15:09 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:20–06:47, 09:48–15:09 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:20–06:47, 09:48–20:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 09:52, Revati from 09:52; tithi Krishna-shashti until 15:09, Krishna-saptami from 15:09; lagna Karka 04:20, Simha 06:47, Kanya 09:48, Tula 12:48, Vrischika 15:49, Dhanu 18:32, Makara 20:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 09:52) — a good life; Revati (from 09:52) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 15:09–20:50: 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).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 15:09
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:20–09:52+2 Ravi Yoga 09:52–04:22 (25.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:20–09:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:20–09:52+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:20–03:47 (25.07)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:20–09:520 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 15:09–04:22 (25.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–15:09 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:09–04:22 (25.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:20–15:09−1 Bhadra on earth 15:09–04:17 (25.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Anandadi: Mrityu, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 04:22
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 17:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 12:43 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 04:28 (26.07) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 17:21 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:43 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 17:21 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 17:21 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:22 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:48 |
| End of twilight | 21:39 |
| Moonrise | 22:16 |
| Moonset | 13:08 |
| Day length | 16 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 5, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:43 | from 17:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (04:22–12:43) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:48–22:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:22–12:43 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:22–17:21
Hutashana Yoga 17:21–04:24 (26.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:21–04:24 (26.07)
Anandadi: Utpata 04:22–12:43 Anandadi: Mrityu 12:43–04:24 (26.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 11:59 (20.07)–12:43
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 06:02–19:22
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:22–03:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:48–21:04 |
| Pradosha | 20:48–22:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (26.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:02–11:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:25–08:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:32–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:22–06:43, 09:44–15:45
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:22–06:43, 09:44–15:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:22–06:43, 09:44–15:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:22–06:43, 09:44–18:28, 20:20–20:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 12:43, Ashwini from 12:43; tithi Krishna-saptami until 17:21, Krishna-ashtami from 17:21; lagna Karka 04:22, Simha 06:43, Kanya 09:44, Tula 12:44, Vrischika 15:45, Dhanu 18:28, Makara 20:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 12:43) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 12:43) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 17:21–20:48: 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
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 04:22–12:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:22–12:43+1 Yoga Dhriti all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Utpata 04:22–12:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 17:21–04:24 (26.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:21–04:24 (26.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:22–17:21 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Ashtami 17:21–04:24 (26.07)−1 Panchaka 04:22–12:43−1 Anandadi: Mrityu 12:43–04:24 (26.07)
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 — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — after 19:10 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:24
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 19:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 15:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 04:28 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:19 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:28 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 06:19 | karana Kaulava |
| from 15:12 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 19:10 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 19:10 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:24 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:47 |
| End of twilight | 21:37 |
| Moonrise | 22:30 |
| Moonset | 14:25 |
| Day length | 16 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:12 | from 19:10 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (15:12–20:47) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:24–15:12
Krakacha Yoga 04:24–19:10 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:24–19:10 Hutashana Yoga 19:10–04:25 (27.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:10–04:25 (27.07)
Anandadi: Manasa 04:24–15:12 Anandadi: Padma 15:12–04:25 (27.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:23–03:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:47–21:02 |
| Pradosha | 20:47–22:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (27.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:15–09:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:38–16:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:24–06:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:29–10:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:51–10:57, 16:25–17:30 |
| Varjyam | 10:47–12:33, 01:35–03:19 (27.07) |
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 04:24–06:39, 09:40–15:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 15:12, Bharani from 15:12; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 19:10, Krishna-navami from 19:10; lagna Karka 04:24, Simha 06:39, Kanya 09:40, Tula 12:40, Vrischika 15:41, Dhanu 18:24, Makara 20:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 15:12) — joy; Bharani (from 15:12) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 04:24–19:10: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 19:10–20:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 19:10
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:24–15:12+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:24–15:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:24–15:12+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:24–04:28+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 19:10–04:25 (27.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:10–04:25 (27.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:24–19:10 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Shula 04:28–06:300 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:12–04:25 (27.07)−1 Ashtami 04:24–19:10−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:24–19:10
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:25
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 20:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 17:10 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 04:47 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:52 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:47 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 07:52 | karana Gara |
| from 17:10 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 20:24 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 20:24 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:25 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:45 |
| End of twilight | 21:34 |
| Moonrise | 22:49 |
| Moonset | 15:45 |
| Day length | 16 h 19 min |
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 17:10 | from 20:24 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (04:25–17:10) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (17:10–20:45) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:25–20:24 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:10–20:24 Hutashana Yoga 20:24–04:27 (28.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 17:10–04:27 (28.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:25–17:10
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:24–03:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:08 |
| 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 | 11:58–13:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:33–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:40–18:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:28–08:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:41–08:47, 13:08–14:13 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 20:24–20:45
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 20:24–20:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 20:24–20:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 20:24–20:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 17:10, Krittika from 17:10; tithi Krishna-navami until 20:24, Krishna-dashami from 20:24; lagna Karka 04:25, Simha 06:35, Kanya 09:36, Tula 12:36, Vrischika 15:37, Dhanu 18:20, Makara 20:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 17:10) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 17:10) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 04:25–20:24: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chhatra 17:10–04:27 (28.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 20:24–04:27 (28.07)0 Yoga Ganda 04:47–07:100 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:10–20:24−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:25–17:10−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:25–17:10−2 Rikta tithi 04:25–20:24−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:25–20:24
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:27
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 20:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 18:29 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 04:37 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:47 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:37 | yoga Vriddhi |
|---|---|
| from 08:47 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:29 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 20:58 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 20:58 | karana Bava |
| from 03:54 (29.07) | yoga Dhruva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:27 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:43 |
| End of twilight | 21:32 |
| Moonrise | 23:20 |
| Moonset | 17:03 |
| Day length | 16 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:29 |
|---|
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 (04:27–18:29) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (18:29–20:43) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:47–20:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:29–20:58 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:29–04:29 (29.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:27–20:58 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 20:58–04:29 (29.07) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 20:58–04:29 (29.07) Hutashana Yoga 20:58–04:29 (29.07)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:27–18:29 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 18:29–04:29 (29.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 08:47–20:58; Bhadra Puchha 10:32–11:45; Bhadra Mukha 11:45–13:48
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:33–21:22
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:26–03:56 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 15:57–17:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:31–10:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:37–16:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:27–06:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:27–05:32, 05:32–06:37 |
| Varjyam | 05:49–07:31 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 20:08–20:43
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 20:08–20:43 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 20:08–20:43 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:27–06:31, 09:32–18:17, 18:29–20:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika until 18:29, Rohini from 18:29; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Karka 04:27, Simha 06:31, Kanya 09:32, Tula 12:32, Vrischika 15:33, Dhanu 18:17, Makara 20:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 18:29) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 18:29) — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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: Dhwaja 04:27–18:29+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:37–03:54 (29.07)+1 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:29–20:580 Auspicious nakshatra 18:29–04:29 (29.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:27–20:58 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:47–20:58
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kamika Ekadashi |
At sunrise 04:29
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 20:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 19:04 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 02:35 (30.07) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:58 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:58 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 19:04 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 20:47 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 20:47 | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:35 (30.07) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:29 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:41 |
| End of twilight | 21:30 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 18:12 |
| Day length | 16 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 19:04 |
|---|
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 (04:29–19:04) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (19:04–20:41) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kamika Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Ashadha (Shravana in North India), the first within Chaturmasya. Vishnu is worshipped with tulasi leaves, and oil lamps are lit.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:58 (28.07)–20:47
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:31–07:44 (30.07)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 20:47–04:31 (30.07)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:29–19:04 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:29–20:47 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:47–04:31 (30.07) Hutashana Yoga 20:47–04:31 (30.07) Krakacha Yoga 20:47–04:31 (30.07)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:29–19:04 Anandadi: Saumya 19:04–04:31 (30.07)
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 | 03:27–03:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:08 |
| 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 | 15:47–17:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:40–20:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:38–18:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:32–19:36 |
| Varjyam | 10:52–12:31, 00:38–02:13 (30.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:29–06:27, 09:28–15:29, 20:04–20:41
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:29–06:27, 09:28–15:29, 20:04–20:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:29–06:27, 09:28–15:29, 20:04–20:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 19:04, Mrigashirsha from 19:04; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Karka 04:29, Simha 06:27, Kanya 09:28, Tula 12:28, Vrischika 15:29, Dhanu 18:13, Makara 20:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 19:04) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 19:04) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:29–19:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:29–19:04+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:29–02:35 (30.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 20:47–04:31 (30.07)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:29–19:04−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:29–20:47
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; auspicious time — after 05:54; auspicious time — until 18:56 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha · Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:31
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 19:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 18:56 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 00:41 (31.07) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:25 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:25 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 18:56 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 19:52 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 19:52 | karana Gara |
| from 00:41 (31.07) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:31 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:39 |
| End of twilight | 21:28 |
| Moonrise | 00:07 |
| Moonset | 19:06 |
| Day length | 16 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:56 | from 19:52 |
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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 (04:31–18:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:39–22:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:31–18:56 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:31–18:56
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:31–19:52
Anandadi: Ananda 04:31–18:56 Anandadi: Kaladanda 18:56–04:33 (31.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:28–03:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:16–16:21 |
| Godhuli | 20:39–20:55 |
| Pradosha | 20:39–22:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (31.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:11–11:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:32–08:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:34–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:36–16:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:07–14:12, 16:21–17:26 |
| Varjyam | 03:02–04:35 (31.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:31–06:23, 09:24–15:25
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:31–06:23, 09:24–15:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:31–06:23, 09:24–15:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:31–06:23, 09:24–18:09, 20:00–20:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 18:56, Ardra from 18:56; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 19:52, Krishna-trayodashi from 19:52; lagna Karka 04:31, Simha 06:23, Kanya 09:24, Tula 12:24, Vrischika 15:25, Dhanu 18:09, Makara 20:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 18:56) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 18:56) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 05:54
Auspicious time ends by 18:56
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:31–18:56+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:31–18:56+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:31–18:56+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:31–19:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 04:31–05:540 Anandadi: Kaladanda 18:56–04:33 (31.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 18:56–04:33 (31.07)
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Akshaya (No. 60) · Shaka 1968 · Vikram 2103 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 04:33
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 18:06 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 22:14 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:09 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:09 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 18:06 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 18:16 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 18:16 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:14 | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:33 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:37 |
| End of twilight | 21:25 |
| Moonrise | 01:14 |
| Moonset | 19:43 |
| Day length | 16 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 7, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:06 | from 18:16 |
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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 (18:06–20:37) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:16–20:37: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 18:16–20:37: 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, 00:20–00:52 (01.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:33–18:16
Yamaghanta 04:33–18:06
Anandadi: Chara 04:33–18:06 Anandadi: Sthira 18:06–04:34 (01.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 18:16–05:14 (01.08); Bhadra Mukha 18:16–20:05; Bhadra Puchha 04:05–05:10 (01.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:29–04:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:16–16:20 |
| Godhuli | 20:37–20:53 |
| Pradosha | 20:37–22:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (01.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:27–10:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:36–18:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:34–10:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:46–08:50, 23:48–00:20 (01.08) |
| Varjyam | 03:02–04:35 |
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 04:33–06:19, 09:20–18:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 18:06, Punarvasu from 18:06; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 18:16, Krishna-chaturdashi from 18:16; lagna Karka 04:33, Simha 06:19, Kanya 09:20, Tula 12:20, Vrischika 15:21, Dhanu 18:05, Makara 19:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 18:06) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 18:06) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 18:16–20:37: 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).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −4
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:33–18:06+1 Yoga Harshana 04:33–22:140 Auspicious nakshatra 18:06–04:34 (01.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:33–18:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 18:16–04:34 (01.08)0 Krishna Chaturdashi 18:16–04:34 (01.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:33–18:06−3 Yamaghanta 04:33–18:06
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
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: Pramathi (No. 13)
Shaka Samvat 1968 · Vikram Samvat 2103 · Kali Yuga 5147
Next year — Prabhava, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 26.03.2047
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: 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: 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: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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.
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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
Planting and sowing are allowed.
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
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.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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)
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: 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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
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 combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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.
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.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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)
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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)
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 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
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
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: 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 Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
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.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: 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.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
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.
“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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: 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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
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: 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.
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 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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The “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 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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: 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
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
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.
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: 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.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
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)
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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)
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
The day of a visible eclipse and the Sutak before it: no new undertakings are begun, and no cooking or eating is done during Sutak; a time for japa, holy bath and dana.
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: 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: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Inauspicious: 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.
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
Only part of the disc is covered: the Sun’s by the Moon, or the Moon’s by the Earth’s shadow.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
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: 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: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Group: 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: 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: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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: 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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
plowing the ground
+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: 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: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
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.
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: 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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
tillage and sowing are forbidden
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
any undertakings
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
If an Amrita Siddhi day falls on a tithi “forbidden” for it (Sun — 5, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11), the nectar turns into poison (visha): the day is unfavourable for any new undertaking.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
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.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling