August 1833 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Shravana (until 15.08), Adhika Bhadrapada (from 16.08). Adhika Bhadrapada — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Periods: all month — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 8.08 Krishna Janmashtami.
Icons this month (17)
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
- 1.08 Thu — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Ayushman until 07:48
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 10.08 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shrivatsa after 08:58 until 09:45
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 13.08 Tue — Yoga Siddhi, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 21.08 Wed — Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Prajapati until 14:27
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 30.08 Fri — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra after 09:55
Shatabhisha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
Festivals
- 3.08 Sat Kajari Teej
- 4.08 Sun Sankashti Chaturthi (Heramba)
- 8.08 Thu Krishna Janmashtami
- 8.08 Thu Kalashtami
- 9.08 Fri Janmashtami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON)
- 9.08 Fri Nandotsava, Dahi Handi
- 11.08 Sun Aja Ekadashi (Annada)
- 12.08 Mon Aja Ekadashi (Annada) — Vaishnava fast
- 13.08 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
- 13.08 Tue Masik Shivaratri
- 14.08 Wed Simha Sankranti
- 15.08 Thu Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola)
- 16.08 Fri Chandra Darshan
- 18.08 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 20.08 Tue Skanda Shashti
- 22.08 Thu Masik Durgashtami
- 25.08 Sun Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala)
- 27.08 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
- 28.08 Wed Onam (Thiruvonam)
- 29.08 Thu Purnima Vrat
- 30.08 Fri Adhika Purnima
Special muhurta yogas
- 4.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:46–04:40 (05.08)
- 6.08 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 22:02–04:44 (07.08)
- 6.08 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:02–04:44 (07.08)
- 10.08 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:50–02:04 (11.08)
- 10.08 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:50–02:04 (11.08)
- 18.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 18.08 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:32–03:23 (19.08)
- 20.08 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 02:31–05:11 (21.08)
- 21.08 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:14–05:13 (22.08)
- 22.08 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:13–02:45 (23.08)
- 25.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:19–05:50
- 31.08 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 12:20–22:48
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 3.08 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 8.08 Thu — Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 9.08 Fri — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Jwalamukhi Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 12.08 Mon — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 14.08 Wed — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata, Sankranti day
- 15.08 Thu — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Yoga Parigha
- 17.08 Sat — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 18.08 Sun — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Vishti (Bhadra)
- 26.08 Mon — Anandadi: Mrityu, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
- 29.08 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Panchaka
Sky this month
- 14.08 Simha Sankranti 18:38 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo)
- 15.08 New moon (Amavasya) 17:39
- 30.08 Full moon (Purnima) 09:55
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- from 16.08 Adhika Masa
- 1.08 21:16 – 6.08 22:02 Dosha-free Panchaka
- 29.08 03:21 – 3.09 04:04 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Vijaya (No. 27, “victory”) — A year of victory: success, the upper hand over opponents, plans fulfilled. more
Northern samvatsara: Krodhi. Shaka Samvat 1755, Vikram Samvat 1890, Kali Yuga 4934.
Shravana (Nabhas) — The month of Shiva and the rains: Shravana Somvars (Mondays), Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan; in the dark half — Krishna Janmashtami. more
Adhika Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
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 | Best day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 07:48 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:33
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 07:48 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 06:59 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:17 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:59 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 07:17 | karana Kaulava |
| from 07:48 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 20:28 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 20:28 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:33 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:36 |
| End of twilight | 21:24 |
| Moonrise | 21:18 |
| Moonset | 04:54 |
| Day length | 16 h 03 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 07:48 | from 20:28 |
|---|
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, Shravana (04:33–07:48) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:33–07:48 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:48–04:35 (02.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 21:16–22:02 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:30–04:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:15–16:19 |
| Godhuli | 20:36–20:52 |
| Pradosha | 20:36–22:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:51 (02.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:05–00:52 (02.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:35–16:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:33–06:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:34–10:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:54–10:58, 16:19–17:24 |
| Varjyam | 12:17–14:05 |
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 04:33–05:59, 09:00–17:48, 19:45–20:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana until 07:48, Dhanishtha from 07:48; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 20:28, Krishna-dvitya from 20:28; lagna Karka 04:33, Simha 05:59, Kanya 09:00, Tula 12:00, Vrischika 15:01, Dhanu 17:48, Makara 19:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 07:48) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 07:48) — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 07:48
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:33–07:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:33–07:48+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:33–06:59+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:33–20:280 Chaturmasya
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:35
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 22:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 10:46 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 07:56 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:41 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:56 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 09:41 | karana Gara |
| from 10:46 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 22:54 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 22:54 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:35 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:34 |
| End of twilight | 21:22 |
| Moonrise | 21:38 |
| Moonset | 06:03 |
| Day length | 15 h 59 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 10:46 |
|---|
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 (10:46–20:34) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:35–22:54
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:35–10:46 Anandadi: Saumya 10:46–04:37 (03.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 21:16 (01.08)–22:02 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:31–04:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:14–16:18 |
| Godhuli | 20:34–20:50 |
| Pradosha | 20:34–22:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:51 (03.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:35–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:34–18:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:35–08:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:47–08:51, 13:06–14:10 |
| Varjyam | 18:52–20:40 |
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 04:35–05:55, 08:56–17:44, 19:41–20:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 10:46, Shatabhisha from 10:46; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Karka 04:35, Simha 05:55, Kanya 08:56, Tula 11:56, Vrischika 14:57, Dhanu 17:44, Makara 19:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 10:46) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 10:46) — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:35–10:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:35–10:46+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:35–07:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:35–22:540 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:35–22:54
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kajari Teej |
At sunrise 04:37
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 01:22 (04.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 13:48 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 08:57 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:08 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:57 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 12:08 | karana Vishti |
| from 13:48 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 01:22 (04.08) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 01:22 (04.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:37 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:32 |
| End of twilight | 21:19 |
| Moonrise | 21:55 |
| Moonset | 07:14 |
| Day length | 15 h 55 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 13:48 |
|---|
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 (04:37–13:48) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (13:48–20:32) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:08–20:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Kajari Teej · Parvati (Gauri)
A women’s festival of North India: a fast for marital happiness, worship of Parvati and the neem tree, and kajari songs.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:54 (02.08)–01:22 (04.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:22–04:38 (04.08)
Anandadi: Ananda 04:37–13:48 Anandadi: Kaladanda 13:48–04:38 (04.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 12:08–01:22 (04.08); Bhadra Puchha 20:44–22:03; Bhadra Mukha 22:03–00:16 (04.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 21:16 (01.08)–22:02 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:32–04:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:14–16:17 |
| Godhuli | 20:32–20:48 |
| Pradosha | 20:32–22:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (04.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:41–07:29 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:35–10:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:34–16:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:37–06:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:37–05:40, 05:40–06:44 |
| Varjyam | 20:59–22:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:37–12:08
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 04:37–12:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:37–05:51, 08:52–12:08 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:37–12:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:37–17:40, 19:38–20:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 13:48, Purva-Bhadra from 13:48; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Karka 04:37, Simha 05:51, Kanya 08:52, Tula 11:52, Vrischika 14:53, Dhanu 17:40, Makara 19:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 13:48) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 13:48) — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 12:08–20:32: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:37–13:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:37–13:48+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:37–08:57+1 Auspicious tithi 04:37–01:22 (04.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 08:57–11:270 Anandadi: Kaladanda 13:48–04:38 (04.08)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:48–04:38 (04.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 12:08–01:22 (04.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Heramba) |
At sunrise 04:38
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 03:43 (05.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 16:46 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 09:56 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:34 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:56 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 14:34 | karana Balava |
| from 16:46 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 03:43 (05.08) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 03:43 (05.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:38 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:30 |
| End of twilight | 21:17 |
| Moonrise | 22:09 |
| Moonset | 08:24 |
| Day length | 15 h 51 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 16:46 |
|---|
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 (04:38–16:46) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (16:46–20:30) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Heramba) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 22:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:46–04:40 (05.08)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:38–03:43 (05.08)
Anandadi: Chara 04:38–16:46 Anandadi: Sthira 16:46–04:40 (05.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 21:16 (01.08)–22:02 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:34–04:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:13–16:16 |
| Godhuli | 20:30–20:47 |
| Pradosha | 20:30–22:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (05.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:47–09:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:31–20:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:32–18:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:23–19:27 |
| Varjyam | 03:29–05:16 (05.08) |
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 16:46–17:37, 19:34–20:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 16:46, Uttara-Bhadra from 16:46; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Karka 04:38, Simha 05:47, Kanya 08:48, Tula 11:48, Vrischika 14:50, Dhanu 17:37, Makara 19:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 16:46) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 16:46) — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 04:38–20:30: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:38–16:46+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:46–04:40 (05.08)+1 Yoga Sukarma 09:56–04:40 (05.08)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:46–04:40 (05.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:38–03:43 (05.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:38–16:46−2 Rikta tithi 04:38–03:43 (05.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Tryahasparsha, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:40
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:49 (06.08) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 19:34 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 10:47 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:48 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:47 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 16:48 | karana Taitila |
| from 19:34 | nakshatra Revati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:40 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:28 |
| End of twilight | 21:14 |
| Moonrise | 22:23 |
| Moonset | 09:34 |
| Day length | 15 h 47 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 19:34 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (04:40–19:34) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (19:34–20:28) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Matanga 19:34–04:42 (06.08) Anandadi: Gada 04:40–19:34
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 21:16 (01.08)–22:02 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:35–04:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:12–16:15 |
| Godhuli | 20:28–20:45 |
| Pradosha | 20:28–22:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (06.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:12–15:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:39–08:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:36–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:33–16:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:06–14:09, 16:15–17:19 |
| Varjyam | 03:29–05:16 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:40–05:43, 08:44–14:46, 19:30–20:28
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:40–05:43, 08:44–14:46, 19:30–20:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:40–05:43, 08:44–14:46, 19:30–20:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:40–05:43, 08:44–17:33, 19:30–20:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 19:34, Revati from 19:34; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Karka 04:40, Simha 05:43, Kanya 08:44, Tula 11:44, Vrischika 14:46, Dhanu 17:33, Makara 19:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 19:34) — a good life; Revati (from 19:34) — increase in property; 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
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:40–19:34+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:40–10:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Anandadi: Matanga 19:34–04:42 (06.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Gada 04:40–19:34−1 Panchaka all day−2 Tryahasparsha
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:42
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:49 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 22:02 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 11:26 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:49 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:49 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 05:49 | karana Gara |
| from 11:26 | yoga Shula |
| from 18:43 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:02 | nakshatra Ashwini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:42 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:26 |
| End of twilight | 21:12 |
| Moonrise | 22:36 |
| Moonset | 10:45 |
| Day length | 15 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (04:42–20:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 22:02–04:44 (07.08) Ravi Yoga 22:02–04:44 (07.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:02–04:44 (07.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:42–05:49 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:49–04:44 (07.08)
Anandadi: Shubha 04:42–22:02 Anandadi: Amrita 22:02–04:44 (07.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 21:16 (01.08)–22:02
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:23–06:14
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 15:27–04:35 (07.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:36–04:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:11–16:14 |
| Godhuli | 20:26–20:43 |
| Pradosha | 20:26–22:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (07.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:23–21:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:30–18:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:38–10:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:51–08:54, 23:45–00:18 (07.08) |
| Varjyam | 08:48–10:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:42–05:49, 08:40–14:42, 19:26–20:26
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 04:42–05:49, 08:40–14:42, 19:26–20:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:42–05:49, 08:40–14:42, 19:26–20:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:42–05:49, 08:40–17:29, 19:26–20:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-panchami until 05:49, Krishna-shashti from 05:49; lagna Karka 04:42, Simha 05:39, Kanya 08:40, Tula 11:40, Vrischika 14:42, Dhanu 17:29, Makara 19:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shubha 04:42–22:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:42–22:02+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:42–11:26+1 Auspicious tithi 04:42–05:490 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Shula 11:26–13:270 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:42–05:49−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:49–04:44 (07.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 04:42–22:02−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:49–04:44 (07.08)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:44
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 07:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 00:02 (08.08) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 11:45 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:31 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:31 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 07:31 | karana Vishti |
| from 11:45 | yoga Ganda |
| from 20:11 | karana Bava |
| from 00:02 (08.08) | nakshatra Bharani |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:44 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:24 |
| End of twilight | 21:09 |
| Moonrise | 22:51 |
| Moonset | 11:57 |
| Day length | 15 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 6, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:31–20:11: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:44–00:02 (08.08) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–04:46 (08.08)
Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 00:02–04:46 (08.08)
Anandadi: Mrityu 04:44–00:02 (08.08) Anandadi: Kana 00:02–04:46 (08.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:31–20:11; Bhadra Puchha 12:33–13:49; Bhadra Mukha 13:49–15:54
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:38–04:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:11–16:13 |
| Godhuli | 20:24–20:41 |
| Pradosha | 20:24–22:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (08.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:14–17:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:42–08:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:37–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Varjyam | 19:42–21:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:36–14:38, 19:22–20:24
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 | good 08:36–14:38, 19:22–20:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:36–14:38, 19:22–20:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:44–05:35, 08:36–17:25, 19:22–20:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-shashti until 07:31, Krishna-saptami from 07:31; lagna Karka 04:44, Simha 05:35, Kanya 08:36, Tula 11:36, Vrischika 14:38, Dhanu 17:25, Makara 19:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:44–00:02 (08.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:44–00:02 (08.08)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Mrityu 04:44–00:02 (08.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–04:46 (08.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Ganda 11:45–14:08−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:44–07:31−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:31–20:11
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Krishna Janmashtami · Kalashtami |
At sunrise 04:46
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 01:26 (09.08) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 11:37 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:41 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:41 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 08:41 | karana Balava |
| from 11:37 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 21:02 | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:26 (09.08) | nakshatra Krittika |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:46 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:22 |
| End of twilight | 21:07 |
| Moonrise | 23:08 |
| Moonset | 13:10 |
| Day length | 15 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:41 |
|---|
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 (04:46–20:22) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Krishna Janmashtami · Krishna
The appearance of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, at midnight on the eighth day of the dark half of the month under the Rohini nakshatra. Devotees fast until midnight, and at Nishitha they perform abhisheka of Bala Gopala and rock his cradle.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:18–00:52 (09.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vaishnava date: 9.08
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, 20:22–22:03
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 08:41–04:48 (09.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–04:48 (09.08) Jwalamukhi Yoga 01:26–04:48 (09.08) Yamaghanta 01:26–04:48 (09.08)
Anandadi: Padma 04:46–01:26 (09.08) Anandadi: Lumbaka 01:26–04:48 (09.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:39–04:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:10–16:12 |
| Godhuli | 20:22–20:39 |
| Pradosha | 20:22–22:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (09.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:21–22:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:31–16:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:46–06:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:40–10:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:58–11:00, 16:12–17:15 |
| Varjyam | 10:11–11:53 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:46–08:41
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 04:46–08:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:46–08:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:46–17:21, 19:18–20:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-saptami until 08:41, Krishna-ashtami from 08:41; lagna Karka 04:46, Simha 05:31, Kanya 08:32, Tula 11:32, Vrischika 14:34, Dhanu 17:21, Makara 19:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 08:41–20:22: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 04:46–01:26 (09.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Vriddhi 11:37–04:48 (09.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 08:41–04:48 (09.08)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:46–01:26 (09.08)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–04:48 (09.08)−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:41–04:48 (09.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Jwalamukhi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Janmashtami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON) · Nandotsava, Dahi Handi |
At sunrise 04:48
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 02:08 (10.08) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 10:59 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:12 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:12 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 09:12 | karana Taitila |
| from 10:59 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 21:11 | karana Gara |
| from 02:08 (10.08) | nakshatra Rohini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:48 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:20 |
| End of twilight | 21:04 |
| Moonrise | 23:29 |
| Moonset | 14:27 |
| Day length | 15 h 31 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 09:12 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (04:48–20:20) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Janmashtami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON) · Krishna
The Vaishnava date of Janmashtami — by the Ashtami at sunrise without any admixture of Saptami; ISKCON and the temples of Mathura and Vrindavan may celebrate it a day later than the Smartas.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:41 (08.08)–09:12
Smarta date: 8.08
Nandotsava, Dahi Handi · Krishna
On the day after Janmashtami the joy of Nanda is celebrated: young men form human pyramids to break a hanging pot of curd, as little Krishna used to do.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:48–09:12 Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:48–09:12 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:12–02:08 (10.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:12–04:50 (10.08) Jwalamukhi Yoga 02:08–04:50 (10.08) Yamaghanta 02:08–04:50 (10.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:48–02:08 (10.08) Anandadi: Mitra 02:08–04:50 (10.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:40–04:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:09–16:11 |
| Godhuli | 20:20–20:37 |
| Pradosha | 20:20–22:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (10.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:39–01:18 (10.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:37–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:27–18:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:44–08:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:54–08:56, 13:05–14:07 |
| Varjyam | 13:47–15:25 |
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 04:48–17:17, 19:14–20:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 09:12, Krishna-navami from 09:12; lagna Karka 04:48, Simha 05:27, Kanya 08:28, Tula 11:28, Vrischika 14:30, Dhanu 17:17, Makara 19:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — 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-ashtami 04:48–09:12: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 09:12–20:20: 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.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 04:48–02:08 (10.08)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:48–10:59+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Rikta tithi 09:12–04:50 (10.08)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:48–09:12−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:12–04:50 (10.08)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:12–02:08 (10.08)−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:48–09:12
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 08:58; auspicious time — until 09:45 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:50
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 08:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 02:04 (11.08) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 09:45 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:58 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:58 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 08:58 | karana Vanija |
| from 09:45 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 20:34 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:04 (11.08) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:50 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:17 |
| End of twilight | 21:02 |
| Moonrise | 23:57 |
| Moonset | 15:44 |
| Day length | 15 h 27 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 08:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (04:50–20:17) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:50–08:58 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:50–02:04 (11.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:50–02:04 (11.08)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:50–08:58 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:58–04:52 (11.08)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:50–02:04 (11.08) Anandadi: Vajra 02:04–04:52 (11.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:34–07:59 (11.08); Bhadra Puchha 22:12–23:21; Bhadra Mukha 23:21–01:16 (11.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:42–04:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:08–16:10 |
| Godhuli | 20:17–20:34 |
| Pradosha | 20:17–22:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (11.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:53–00:29 (11.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:42–10:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:30–16:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:50–06:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:50–05:52, 05:52–06:53 |
| Varjyam | 18:05–19:41 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:58–14:26, 19:10–20:17
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:58–14:26, 19:10–20:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:58–14:26, 19:10–20:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:50–05:23, 08:24–20:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-navami until 08:58, Krishna-dashami from 08:58; lagna Karka 04:50, Simha 05:23, Kanya 08:24, Tula 11:25, Vrischika 14:26, Dhanu 17:13, Makara 19:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 04:50–08:58: 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 Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 08:58
Auspicious time ends by 09:45
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:50–02:04 (11.08)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:50–08:58+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:50–02:04 (11.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:50–02:04 (11.08)+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:50–09:450 Chaturmasya0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:50–08:58 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:58–04:52 (11.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 09:45–13:04−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 04:50–08:58
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Aja Ekadashi (Annada) |
At sunrise 04:52
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 07:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 01:16 (12.08) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 07:54 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:59 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:54 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 07:59 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 07:59 | karana Bava |
| from 19:12 | karana Balava |
| from 01:16 (12.08) | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:52 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:15 |
| End of twilight | 20:59 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 17:01 |
| Day length | 15 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (04:52–20:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:52–07:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Aja Ekadashi (Annada) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Shravana (Bhadrapada in North India). According to legend, this fast restored King Harishchandra’s kingdom and family; Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:59–06:14 (12.08)
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): 14:05–17:09 (12.08)
Vaishnava date: 12.08
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–04:54 (12.08)
Anandadi: Saumya 04:52–01:16 (12.08) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 01:16–04:54 (12.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:34 (10.08)–07:59; Bhadra Puchha 22:12–23:21 (10.08); Bhadra Mukha 23:21 (10.08)–01:16
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:36–08:21
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:43–04:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:07–16:09 |
| Godhuli | 20:15–20:32 |
| Pradosha | 20:15–21:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (12.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:46–18:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:20–20:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:24–18:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:12–19:14 |
| Varjyam | 07:29–09:02 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:52–05:19, 08:20–14:22, 19:06–20:13
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:52–05:19, 08:20–14:22, 19:06–20:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:52–05:19, 08:20–14:22, 19:06–20:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-dashami until 07:59, Krishna-ekadashi from 07:59; lagna Karka 04:52, Simha 05:19, Kanya 08:20, Tula 11:21, Vrischika 14:22, Dhanu 17:09, Makara 19:06, Kumbha 20:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 04:52–01:16 (12.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:52–01:16 (12.08)+1 Yoga Harshana 07:54–04:54 (12.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:52–07:59−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–04:54 (12.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Aja Ekadashi (Annada) — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 04:54
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 06:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 23:46 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 05:27 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:14 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:27 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 06:14 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
| from 06:14 | karana Kaulava |
| from 17:06 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:46 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 02:26 (13.08) | yoga Siddhi |
| from 03:49 (13.08) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 03:49 (13.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:54 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:13 |
| End of twilight | 20:57 |
| Moonrise | 00:36 |
| Moonset | 18:11 |
| Day length | 15 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:14 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Aja Ekadashi (Annada) — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 11.08
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
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–06:14 Krakacha Yoga 04:54–06:14 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:14–03:49 (13.08)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:54–23:46 Anandadi: Dhumra 23:46–04:56 (13.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:45–04:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:06–16:08 |
| Godhuli | 20:13–20:30 |
| Pradosha | 20:13–21:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (13.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:23–15:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:49–08:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:38–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:28–16:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–14:05, 16:08–17:09 |
| Varjyam | 09:08–10:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:54–05:15, 08:17–14:18, 19:02–20:09
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 04:54–05:15, 08:17–14:18, 19:02–20:09 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:54–05:15, 08:17–14:18, 19:02–20:09 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:54–05:15, 08:17–17:05, 19:02–20:09 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 06:14, Krishna-dvadashi from 06:14; lagna Karka 04:54, Simha 05:15, Kanya 08:17, Tula 11:17, Vrischika 14:18, Dhanu 17:05, Makara 19:02, Kumbha 20:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- 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 = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Yoga Harshana 04:54–05:27+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vajra 05:27–06:300 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–06:140 Krakacha Yoga 04:54–06:14−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:54–23:46−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:54–23:46−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:14–03:49 (13.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Siddhi, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Bhauma Pradosha · Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 04:56
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 00:49 (14.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 21:39 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 22:56 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:23 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:23 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 21:39 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 22:56 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 00:49 (14.08) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 00:49 (14.08) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:56 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:11 |
| End of twilight | 20:54 |
| Moonrise | 01:29 |
| Moonset | 19:09 |
| Day length | 15 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (04:56–20:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Bhauma Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Tuesday (Bhauma is Mars): helps to get rid of illnesses and debts and pacifies Mars.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:11–21:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:49–00:52 (14.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–00:49 (14.08)
Anandadi: Sthira 04:56–21:39 Anandadi: Vardhamana 21:39–04:58 (14.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:49–11:09 (14.08); Bhadra Mukha 00:49–02:32 (14.08); Bhadra Puchha 10:04–11:06 (14.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:46–04:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:06–16:07 |
| Godhuli | 20:11–20:28 |
| Pradosha | 20:11–21:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (14.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:28–20:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:22–18:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:44–10:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:59–09:00, 23:41–00:17 (14.08) |
| Varjyam | 10:42–12:10, 04:48–06:13 (14.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:56–05:11, 08:13–14:14, 18:58–20:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:56–05:11, 08:13–14:14, 18:58–20:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:56–05:11, 08:13–14:14, 18:58–20:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:56–05:11, 08:13–17:01, 18:58–20:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Karka 04:56, Simha 05:11, Kanya 08:13, Tula 11:13, Vrischika 14:14, Dhanu 17:01, Makara 18:58, Kumbha 20:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:56–22:56+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–00:49 (14.08)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:56–21:39+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:56–21:390 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Simha Sankranti |
At sunrise 04:58
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 21:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 19:05 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 19:03 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:09 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:09 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 19:03 | yoga Variyana |
| from 19:05 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 21:23 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 21:23 | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:58 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:08 |
| End of twilight | 20:52 |
| Moonrise | 02:40 |
| Moonset | 19:53 |
| Day length | 15 h 10 min |
Sky
| Simha Sankranti | 18:38 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 19:05 |
|---|
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, Pushya (04:58–19:05) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:58–11:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 11:09–20:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:58–20:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Simha Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Leo; in Kerala the month of Chingam begins — the Malayalam New Year.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 12:14–18:38
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Matanga 04:58–19:05 Anandadi: Rakshasa 19:05–04:59 (15.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 00:49–11:09; Bhadra Mukha 00:49–02:32; Bhadra Puchha 10:04–11:06
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:47–04:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:05–16:05 |
| Godhuli | 20:08–20:26 |
| Pradosha | 20:08–21:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (15.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:22–14:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:51–08:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:39–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 04:48–06:13 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:09–16:57, 18:54–20:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya until 19:05, Ashlesha from 19:05; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Karka 04:58, Simha 05:08, Kanya 08:09, Tula 11:09, Vrischika 14:10, Dhanu 16:57, Makara 18:54, Kumbha 20:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 19:05) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 19:05) — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:58–20:08: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 18:38 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 04:58–11:09: 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).
- Vyatipata 04:58–19:03: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata, Sankranti day
+2 Pushya 04:58–19:05+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:58–19:05+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Variyana 19:03–04:59 (15.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 19:05–04:59 (15.08)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 19:05–04:59 (15.08)−1 Sankranti day−1 Bhadra on earth 04:58–11:09−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 04:58–21:23−3 Vyatipata 04:58–19:03
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola) |
At sunrise 04:59
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 17:39 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 16:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 14:55 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 07:32 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:32 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 14:55 | yoga Parigha |
| from 16:12 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 17:39 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 17:39 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 03:44 (16.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:59 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:06 |
| End of twilight | 20:49 |
| Moonrise | 04:04 |
| Moonset | 20:27 |
| Day length | 15 h 06 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 17:39 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 6, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:12 | from 17:39 |
|---|
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 (16:12–20:06) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Chatushpada 04:59–07:32: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 07:32–17:39: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 17:39–20:06: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola) · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Shravana — Pithori Amavasya (mothers pray for their children) and Pola (worship of bullocks in Maharashtra).
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:23 (14.08)–17:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Amrita 04:59–16:12 Anandadi: Musala 16:12–05:01 (16.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:56–21:27
- Gandanta (tithi): 17:19–17:59
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:49–04:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:04–16:04 |
| Godhuli | 20:06–20:24 |
| Pradosha | 20:06–21:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (16.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:47–16:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:26–16:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:59–06:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:46–10:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:02–11:02, 16:04–17:05 |
| Varjyam | 06:21–07:45, 02:42–04:06 (16.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 18:50–19:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 18:50–19:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 18:50–19:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:05–16:53, 18:50–19:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 16:12, Magha from 16:12; tithi Amavasya until 17:39, Shukla-pratipat from 17:39; lagna Karka 04:59, Simha 05:04, Kanya 08:05, Tula 11:05, Vrischika 14:06, Dhanu 16:53, Makara 18:50, Kumbha 19:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 16:12) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 16:12) — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 04:59–17:39: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:59–16:12+1 Yoga Variyana 04:59–14:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 16:12–05:01 (16.08)0 Yoga Parigha 14:55–00:48 (16.08)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:59–16:12−3 Amavasya 04:59–17:39
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious weekday, Yoga Shiva; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 05:01
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 13:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 13:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 10:40 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:49 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:40 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 13:12 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 13:49 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 13:49 | karana Balava |
| from 23:55 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:01 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:04 |
| End of twilight | 20:46 |
| Moonrise | 05:35 |
| Moonset | 20:52 |
| Day length | 15 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:12 | from 13:49 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (05:01–13:12) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (13:12–20:04) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 20:04–20:52
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 20:04–20:52
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:01–13:49 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 13:12–05:03 (17.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:49–05:03 (17.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 13:12–05:03 (17.08) Anandadi: Kana 05:01–13:12
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:50–04:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:03–16:03 |
| Godhuli | 20:04–20:22 |
| Pradosha | 20:04–21:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (17.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:06–12:30, 04:38–06:02 (17.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:40–12:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:18–18:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:54–08:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:02–09:02, 13:03–14:03 |
| Varjyam | 20:13–21:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:01–20:04
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 | average 08:01–20:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:01–20:04 |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:01–14:02, 18:46–19:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:01–20:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha until 13:12, Purva-Phalguni from 13:12; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 13:49, Shukla-dvitya from 13:49; lagna Simha 05:01, Kanya 08:01, Tula 11:01, Vrischika 14:02, Dhanu 16:49, Makara 18:46, Kumbha 19:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 13:12) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 13:12) — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 10:40–05:03 (17.08)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 13:12–05:03 (17.08)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 13:12–05:03 (17.08)0 Auspicious tithi 13:49–05:03 (17.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:49–05:03 (17.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:01–13:49 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:01–13:12−3 Anandadi: Kana 05:01–13:12
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:03
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 10:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 10:15 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 06:27 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:03 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:27 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 10:03 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 10:03 | karana Taitila |
| from 10:15 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 20:15 | karana Gara |
| from 02:24 (18.08) | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:03 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:01 |
| End of twilight | 20:44 |
| Moonrise | 07:08 |
| Moonset | 21:12 |
| Day length | 14 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 3, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:03 | from 10:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (05:03–10:15) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (10:15–20:01) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 10:15–05:05 (18.08)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:03–10:15 Anandadi: Utpata 10:15–05:05 (18.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:51–04:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:02–16:02 |
| Godhuli | 20:01–20:19 |
| Pradosha | 20:01–21:50 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:51 (18.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:38–06:02, 01:09–02:34 (18.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:48–10:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:25–16:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:03–06:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:03–06:03, 06:03–07:03 |
| Varjyam | 16:38–18:03 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:57–20:01
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:57–20:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:57–20:01 |
| Cutting toenails | average 10:03–20:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:57–20:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 10:15, Uttara-Phalguni from 10:15; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 10:03, Shukla-tritya from 10:03; lagna Simha 05:03, Kanya 07:57, Tula 10:57, Vrischika 13:58, Dhanu 16:45, Makara 18:43, Kumbha 19:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 10:15) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 10:15) — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+2 Yoga Siddha 06:27–02:24 (18.08)+1 Auspicious tithi 05:03–10:03+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:15–05:05 (18.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:03–10:15−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 10:15–05:05 (18.08)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 10:15–05:05 (18.08)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 05:05
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 06:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 07:32 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 22:40 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:31 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:31 | tithi Shukla-chaturti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:31 | karana Vanija |
| from 07:32 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 16:54 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:40 | yoga Shubha |
| from 03:23 (19.08) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 03:23 (19.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:05 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:59 |
| End of twilight | 20:41 |
| Moonrise | 08:39 |
| Moonset | 21:30 |
| Day length | 14 h 53 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 06:31 | from 07:32 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (05:05–07:32) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:32–19:59) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:54–19:59: 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), 11:03–14:01
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:32–03:23 (19.08) Ravi Yoga 07:32–05:07 (19.08)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:05–06:31 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–03:23 (19.08) Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 03:23–05:07 (19.08)
Anandadi: Mitra 05:05–07:32 Anandadi: Manasa 07:32–05:07 (19.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 16:54–03:23 (19.08); Bhadra Mukha 16:57–18:42; Bhadra Puchha 02:21–03:23 (19.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:53–04:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:01–16:01 |
| Godhuli | 19:59–20:17 |
| Pradosha | 19:59–21:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:51 (19.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:50–01:16 (19.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:07–19:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:16–18:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:00–18:59 |
| Varjyam | 15:08–16:35 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:05–06:31
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:05–06:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:05–06:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:05–06:31, 07:53–16:42, 18:39–19:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 07:32, Hasta from 07:32; tithi Shukla-tritya until 06:31, Shukla-chaturti from 06:31; lagna Simha 05:05, Kanya 07:53, Tula 10:53, Vrischika 13:55, Dhanu 16:42, Makara 18:39, Kumbha 19:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 07:32) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 07:32) — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:31–19:59: 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 Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:32–03:23 (19.08)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:32–05:07 (19.08)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:32–05:07 (19.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:05–07:32+1 Yoga Sadhya 05:05–22:40+1 Auspicious tithi 05:05–06:310 Adhika Masa0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:05–06:31 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–03:23 (19.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 16:54–03:23 (19.08)−2 Rikta tithi 06:31–03:23 (19.08)−2 Kshaya tithi
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Anandadi: Mudgara Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:07
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:49 (20.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 05:15 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:22 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:02 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:15 | nakshatra Chitra |
|---|---|
| from 14:02 | karana Balava |
| from 19:22 | yoga Shukla |
| from 00:49 (20.08) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 00:49 (20.08) | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:32 (20.08) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:07 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:57 |
| End of twilight | 20:38 |
| Moonrise | 10:07 |
| Moonset | 21:47 |
| Day length | 14 h 49 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 05:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (05:07–05:15) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (05:15–19:57) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:07–05:15 Ravi Yoga 03:32–05:09 (20.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:15–03:32 (20.08) Hutashana Yoga 00:49–05:09 (20.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:49–05:09 (20.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 03:32–05:09 (20.08) Anandadi: Vajra 05:07–05:15 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:15–03:32 (20.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:28–01:11 (20.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:54–04:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:00–15:59 |
| Godhuli | 19:57–20:15 |
| Pradosha | 19:57–21:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (20.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:36–23:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:58–08:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:41–12:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:23–16:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–14:01, 15:59–16:59 |
| Varjyam | 12:41–14:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:49–13:51, 18:35–19:42
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:49–13:51, 18:35–19:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:49–13:51, 18:35–19:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:49–16:38, 18:35–19:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta until 05:15, Chitra from 05:15; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Simha 05:07, Kanya 07:49, Tula 10:49, Vrischika 13:51, Dhanu 16:38, Makara 18:35, Kumbha 19:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 05:15) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 05:15) — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 05:07–19:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:07–05:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:07–00:49 (20.08)0 Ravi Yoga 05:07–05:150 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:15–03:32 (20.08)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:15–03:32 (20.08)
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 05:09
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 22:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 02:31 (21.08) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 16:36 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:47 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:47 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 16:36 | yoga Brahma |
| from 22:56 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 22:56 | karana Gara |
| from 02:31 (21.08) | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:09 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:54 |
| End of twilight | 20:36 |
| Moonrise | 11:33 |
| Moonset | 22:05 |
| Day length | 14 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (05:09–19:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:49–22:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:09–02:31 (21.08) Tripushkar Yoga 02:31–05:11 (21.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:09–22:56 Hutashana Yoga 22:56–05:11 (21.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:56–05:11 (21.08)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:09–02:31 (21.08) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 02:31–05:11 (21.08)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:56–04:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–15:58 |
| Godhuli | 19:54–20:13 |
| Pradosha | 19:54–21:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (21.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:05–19:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:13–18:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:50–10:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:32–14:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:06–09:05, 23:37–00:14 (21.08) |
| Varjyam | 08:54–10:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:45–13:47, 18:31–19:38
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:45–13:47, 18:31–19:38 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:45–13:47, 18:31–19:38 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:45–16:34, 18:31–19:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Simha 05:09, Kanya 07:45, Tula 10:45, Vrischika 13:47, Dhanu 16:34, Makara 18:31, Kumbha 19:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:09–02:31 (21.08)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:09–02:31 (21.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:09–02:31 (21.08)+1 Yoga Shukla 05:09–16:360 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:09–22:56 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 02:31–05:11 (21.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
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 Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 14:27 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:11
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 21:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 02:14 (22.08) more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 14:27 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:16 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:16 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 14:27 | yoga Indra |
| from 21:48 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 21:48 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:14 (22.08) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:11 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:52 |
| End of twilight | 20:33 |
| Moonrise | 12:56 |
| Moonset | 22:25 |
| Day length | 14 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (05:11–19:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:11–21:48 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:14–05:13 (22.08)
Hutashana Yoga 21:48–05:13 (22.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:48–05:13 (22.08) Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 02:14–05:13 (22.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:11–02:14 (22.08) Anandadi: Saumya 02:14–05:13 (22.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 21:48–09:31 (22.08); Bhadra Puchha 23:34–00:45 (22.08); Bhadra Mukha 00:45–02:43 (22.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:57–04:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:57 |
| Godhuli | 19:52–20:10 |
| Pradosha | 19:52–21:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (22.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:32–19:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:31–14:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:01–08:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:41–12:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 08:03–09:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Simha 05:11, Kanya 07:41, Tula 10:41, Vrischika 13:43, Dhanu 16:30, Makara 18:27, Kumbha 19:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 14:27
+2 Yoga Brahma 05:11–14:27+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:11–21:48+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:11–02:14 (22.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:11–21:480 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Vaidhriti Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 05:13
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 21:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 02:45 (23.08) more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 12:55 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:31 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:31 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 12:55 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 21:27 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 21:27 | karana Balava |
| from 02:45 (23.08) | nakshatra Jyestha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:13 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:49 |
| End of twilight | 20:30 |
| Moonrise | 14:15 |
| Moonset | 22:48 |
| Day length | 14 h 36 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (05:13–19:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:13–09:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:48 (21.08)–21:27
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:13–02:45 (23.08) Ravi Yoga 02:45–05:15 (23.08)
Krakacha Yoga 05:13–21:27 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–21:27 Hutashana Yoga 21:27–05:15 (23.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:27–05:15 (23.08)
Anandadi: Ananda 05:13–02:45 (23.08) Anandadi: Kaladanda 02:45–05:15 (23.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 21:48 (21.08)–09:31; Bhadra Puchha 23:34 (21.08)–00:45; Bhadra Mukha 00:45–02:43
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:58–04:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:56 |
| Godhuli | 19:49–20:08 |
| Pradosha | 19:49–21:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (23.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:07–17:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:21–16:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:13–07:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:52–10:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:05–11:04, 15:56–16:54 |
| Varjyam | 06:19–07:57 |
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 | good 07:37–16:26, 18:23–19:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Simha 05:13, Kanya 07:37, Tula 10:37, Vrischika 13:39, Dhanu 16:26, Makara 18:23, Kumbha 19:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 05:13–19:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 12:55–19:49: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:13–02:45 (23.08)+2 Yoga Indra 05:13–12:55+1 Anandadi: Ananda 05:13–02:45 (23.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:13–02:45 (23.08)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–21:27 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:13–09:31−1 Ashtami 05:13–21:27−1 Vaidhriti 12:55–05:15 (23.08)−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:13–21:27
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Rikta tithi, Vaidhriti Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:15
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 21:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 03:58 (24.08) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 12:00 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:34 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:34 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 12:00 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 21:51 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 21:51 | karana Taitila |
| from 03:58 (24.08) | nakshatra Mula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:15 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:47 |
| End of twilight | 20:28 |
| Moonrise | 15:30 |
| Moonset | 23:18 |
| Day length | 14 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 6, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (05:15–19:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:15–21:51 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:15–03:58 (24.08) Hutashana Yoga 21:51–05:17 (24.08)
Anandadi: Chara 05:15–03:58 (24.08) Anandadi: Sthira 03:58–05:17 (24.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:36–10:23 (24.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:00–04:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:54 |
| Godhuli | 19:47–20:06 |
| Pradosha | 19:47–21:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (24.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:43–20:24 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:42–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:09–17:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:04–08:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:09–09:08, 13:00–13:58 |
| Varjyam | 08:38–10:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:33–16:22, 18:19–19:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Simha 05:15, Kanya 07:33, Tula 10:33, Vrischika 13:35, Dhanu 16:22, Makara 18:19, Kumbha 19:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 05:15–19:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 05:15–12:00: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Chara 05:15–03:58 (24.08)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:15–03:58 (24.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:15–21:51 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:15–03:58 (24.08)−1 Vaidhriti 05:15–12:00−2 Rikta tithi 05:15–21:51
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:17
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 22:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 05:50 (25.08) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 11:38 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:19 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:19 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 11:38 | yoga Priti |
| from 22:57 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 22:57 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:17 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:44 |
| End of twilight | 20:25 |
| Moonrise | 16:37 |
| Moonset | 23:56 |
| Day length | 14 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (05:17–19:44) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:17–22:57 Hutashana Yoga 22:57–05:19 (25.08)
Anandadi: Gada all day
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:36 (23.08)–10:23
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:32–23:22
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:01–04:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:53 |
| Godhuli | 19:44–20:04 |
| Pradosha | 19:44–21:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (25.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:56–00:40 (25.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:54–10:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:19–16:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:17–07:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:17–06:15, 06:15–07:13 |
| Varjyam | 04:07–05:50 (25.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:29–13:31, 18:15–19:22
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:29–13:31, 18:15–19:22 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:29–13:31, 18:15–19:22 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:29–16:18, 18:15–19:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Simha 05:17, Kanya 07:29, Tula 10:29, Vrischika 13:31, Dhanu 16:18, Makara 18:15, Kumbha 19:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious tithi 05:17–22:57+1 Yoga Priti 11:38–05:19 (25.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:17–22:57 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada all day−1 Gandanta 05:17–10:23−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:17–22:57−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Yoga Priti; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala) |
At sunrise 05:19
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 00:36 (26.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 05:50 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 11:45 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:43 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:50 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 11:43 | karana Vishti |
| from 11:45 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 00:36 (26.08) | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 00:36 (26.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:19 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:42 |
| End of twilight | 20:22 |
| Moonrise | 17:34 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 14 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 1, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:50 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (05:19–05:50) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (05:50–19:42) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:43–19:42: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala) · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Adhika Masa — it occurs once every two or three years. Dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu); fasting in the intercalary month is considered especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:57 (24.08)–00:36 (26.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:06–08:13 (26.08)
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:19–05:50 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:19–05:50 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:19–05:50
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:19–00:36 (26.08) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:36–05:21 (26.08) Hutashana Yoga 00:36–05:21 (26.08) Krakacha Yoga 00:36–05:21 (26.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:19–05:50 Anandadi: Shubha 05:50–05:21 (26.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:43–00:36 (26.08); Bhadra Puchha 16:54–18:11; Bhadra Mukha 18:11–20:19
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:02–04:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:52 |
| Godhuli | 19:42–20:01 |
| Pradosha | 19:42–21:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (26.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:56–04:41 (26.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:54–19:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:30–14:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:06–17:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:47–18:44 |
| Varjyam | 04:07–05:50, 16:23–18:08 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:25–13:27, 18:11–19:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:25–13:27, 18:11–19:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:25–13:27, 18:11–19:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:50–19:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mula until 05:50, Purva-Ashadha from 05:50; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Simha 05:19, Kanya 07:25, Tula 10:26, Vrischika 13:27, Dhanu 16:14, Makara 18:11, Kumbha 19:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 05:50) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 05:50) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Shubha 05:50–05:21 (26.08)+1 Yoga Priti 05:19–11:45+1 Auspicious tithi 05:19–00:36 (26.08)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:19–05:500 Ravi Yoga 05:19–05:500 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:19–05:500 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:19–00:36 (26.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:19–05:50−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:43–00:36 (26.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:21
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 02:39 (27.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 08:12 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 12:14 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:35 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:12 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 12:14 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 13:35 | karana Balava |
| from 02:39 (27.08) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 02:39 (27.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:21 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:39 |
| End of twilight | 20:20 |
| Moonrise | 18:20 |
| Moonset | 00:44 |
| Day length | 14 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:12 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (05:21–08:12) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:12–19:39) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:21–02:39 (27.08)
Anandadi: Utpata 05:21–08:12 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:12–04:13 (27.08) Anandadi: Kana 04:13–05:23 (27.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:04–04:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:50 |
| Godhuli | 19:39–19:59 |
| Pradosha | 19:39–21:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (27.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:48–05:34 (27.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:08–08:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:43–12:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:17–16:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:59–13:56, 15:50–16:48 |
| Varjyam | 17:06–18:53 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:12–13:23, 18:07–19:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:12–13:23, 18:07–19:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:22–19:39 |
| Cutting toenails | good 08:12–13:23, 18:07–19:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:22–16:10, 18:07–19:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 08:12, Uttara-Ashadha from 08:12; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Simha 05:21, Kanya 07:22, Tula 10:22, Vrischika 13:23, Dhanu 16:10, Makara 18:07, Kumbha 19:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 08:12) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 08:12) — improved health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −3
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu
+1 Yoga Ayushman 05:21–12:14+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:12–05:23 (27.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:21–08:12−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:21–02:39 (27.08)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:12–04:13 (27.08)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Bhauma Pradosha |
At sunrise 05:23
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 04:59 (28.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 10:55 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 12:59 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:47 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:55 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 12:59 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 15:47 | karana Taitila |
| from 04:59 (28.08) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 04:59 (28.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:23 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:37 |
| End of twilight | 20:17 |
| Moonrise | 18:56 |
| Moonset | 01:41 |
| Day length | 14 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (05:23–10:55) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (10:55–19:37) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Bhauma Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Tuesday (Bhauma is Mars): helps to get rid of illnesses and debts and pacifies Mars.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:37–21:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–04:59 (28.08) Ravi Yoga 10:55–05:25 (28.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:23–10:55
Anandadi: Padma 05:23–12:42 Anandadi: Lumbaka 12:42–05:25 (28.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:05–04:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:49 |
| Godhuli | 19:37–19:57 |
| Pradosha | 19:37–21:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:50 (28.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:48–05:34, 02:11–03:58 (28.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:03–17:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:56–10:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:30–14:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:14–09:11, 23:32–00:11 (28.08) |
| Varjyam | 15:24–17:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:18–13:19, 18:03–19:10 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 10:55, Shravana from 10:55; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Simha 05:23, Kanya 07:18, Tula 10:18, Vrischika 13:19, Dhanu 16:06, Makara 18:03, Kumbha 19:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 10:55) — improved health; Shravana (from 10:55) — bodily development (physical growth); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 10:55–05:25 (28.08)+1 Anandadi: Padma 05:23–12:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:23–10:55+1 Yoga Saubhagya 05:23–12:59+1 Auspicious tithi 05:23–04:59 (28.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–04:59 (28.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 12:42–05:25 (28.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:23–10:55
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra; auspicious time — until 13:51 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Onam (Thiruvonam) |
At sunrise 05:25
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:26 (29.08) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 13:51 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 13:54 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:12 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:51 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 13:54 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 18:12 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:25 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:34 |
| End of twilight | 20:14 |
| Moonrise | 19:23 |
| Moonset | 02:45 |
| Day length | 14 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (05:25–13:51) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:25–19:34: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Onam (Thiruvonam) · Vamana and King Mahabali
The main festival of Kerala — the return of the good King Mahabali, whom Vamana sent to the netherworld. It is celebrated on the day of the Thiruvonam (Shravana) nakshatra in the solar month of Chingam: pookalam flower carpets, the Onasadya feast and boat races.
Rule: nakshatra 6 ghatis after sunrise, 07:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:25–13:51 Ravi Yoga 14:31–05:27 (29.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 13:51–05:27 (29.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 05:25–13:51 Anandadi: Mitra 13:51–05:27 (29.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:21 (29.08)–04:04 (03.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:06–04:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:48 |
| Godhuli | 19:34–19:54 |
| Pradosha | 19:34–21:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:50 (29.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:09–06:57 (29.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:30–14:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:11–08:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:43–12:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Varjyam | 18:21–20:09 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana until 13:51, Dhanishtha from 13:51; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Simha 05:25, Kanya 07:14, Tula 10:14, Vrischika 13:15, Dhanu 16:02, Makara 17:59, Kumbha 19:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 13:51) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 13:51) — longevity (increased vitality); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:25–19:34: 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 13:51
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:25–13:51+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 05:25–13:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:25–13:51+1 Yoga Shobhana 05:25–13:54+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 14:31–05:27 (29.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 13:51–05:27 (29.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 13:54–16:24−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 05:27
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:26 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 16:52 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 14:53 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:26 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:26 | tithi Purnima |
|---|---|
| from 07:26 | karana Vishti |
| from 14:53 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 16:52 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 20:41 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:27 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:32 |
| End of twilight | 20:11 |
| Moonrise | 19:44 |
| Moonset | 03:53 |
| Day length | 14 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:26 | 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, Shatabhisha (16:52–19:32) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:26–19:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:27–07:26: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:05–13:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 30.08
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:27–16:52 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–05:29 (30.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:27–07:26
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:27–16:52 Anandadi: Vajra 16:52–05:29 (30.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 07:26–20:41; Bhadra Puchha 16:02–17:22; Bhadra Mukha 17:22–19:34
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:21–04:04 (03.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:08–04:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:47 |
| Godhuli | 19:32–19:52 |
| Pradosha | 19:32–21:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (30.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:09–06:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:15–16:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:27–07:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:58–10:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:08–11:05, 15:47–16:43 |
| Varjyam | 00:58–02:46 (30.08) |
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 07:26–15:58, 17:55–19:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 16:52, Shatabhisha from 16:52; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 07:26, Purnima from 07:26; lagna Simha 05:27, Kanya 07:10, Tula 10:10, Vrischika 13:11, Dhanu 15:58, Makara 17:55, Kumbha 19:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 16:52) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 16:52) — gaining strength; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:27–07:26: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 07:26–19:32: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 07:26–19:32: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:27–16:52+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–05:29 (30.08)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:27–16:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:27–16:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Sukarma 14:53–05:29 (30.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:27–07:26 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Vajra 16:52–05:29 (30.08)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 05:27–07:26−3 Bhadra on earth 07:26–20:41
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya; auspicious time — after 09:55 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Adhika Purnima |
At sunrise 05:29
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 09:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 19:52 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 15:51 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:55 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:55 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 09:55 | karana Balava |
| from 15:51 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 19:52 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 23:08 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:29 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:29 |
| End of twilight | 20:09 |
| Moonrise | 20:02 |
| Moonset | 05:03 |
| Day length | 14 h 00 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 09:55 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (05:29–19:29) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Purnima · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The full moon of the intercalary month (Purushottama Masa). Annual festivals are not celebrated on this day, but holy bathing, fasting and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:26 (29.08)–09:55
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 29.08
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:55–05:31 (31.08)
Anandadi: Saumya 05:29–19:52 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 19:52–05:31 (31.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:21 (29.08)–04:04 (03.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:29–10:22
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:09–04:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:45 |
| Godhuli | 19:29–19:49 |
| Pradosha | 19:29–21:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (31.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:46–13:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:44–12:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:59–17:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:14–08:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:17–09:13, 12:57–13:53 |
| Varjyam | 03:03–04:51 (31.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:55–19:29
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:55–19:29 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:55–19:29 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:06–15:54, 17:51–18:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Purnima until 09:55, Krishna-pratipat from 09:55; lagna Simha 05:29, Kanya 07:06, Tula 10:06, Vrischika 13:07, Dhanu 15:54, Makara 17:51, Kumbha 18:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 05:29–09:55: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 09:55
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:55–05:31 (31.08)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 05:29–19:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:29–19:52+1 Yoga Sukarma 05:29–15:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:55–05:31 (31.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Dhriti, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vijaya (No. 27) · Shaka 1755 · Vikram 1890 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:31
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 22:48 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 16:46 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:20 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:20 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 12:20 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:46 | yoga Shula |
| from 22:48 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 01:30 (01.09) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:31 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:27 |
| End of twilight | 20:06 |
| Moonrise | 20:16 |
| Moonset | 06:14 |
| Day length | 13 h 56 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 12:20 |
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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, Purva-Bhadra (05:31–19:27) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 12:20–22:48
Anandadi: Kaladanda 05:31–22:48 Anandadi: Dhumra 22:48–05:33 (01.09)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:21 (29.08)–04:04 (03.09)
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 | 04:10–04:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:44 |
| Godhuli | 19:27–19:47 |
| Pradosha | 19:27–21:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (01.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:49–15:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:00–10:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:13–15:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:31–07:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:31–06:26, 06:26–07:22 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
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 12:20–15:50, 17:47–18:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 12:20, Krishna-dvitya from 12:20; lagna Simha 05:31, Kanya 07:02, Tula 10:02, Vrischika 13:03, Dhanu 15:50, Makara 17:47, Kumbha 18:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Dhriti 05:31–16:46+1 Auspicious tithi 05:31–12:200 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 12:20–22:480 Yoga Shula 16:46–18:50−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 05:31–22:48−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:31–22:48
Patron: Shridhara; Aditya — Indra. Full moon in nakshatra Shravana. Ritu: Varsha.
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: Krodhi (No. 38)
Shaka Samvat 1755 · Vikram Samvat 1890 · Kali Yuga 4934
Next year — Jaya, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 9.04.1834
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: 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: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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.
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): 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
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).
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — 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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
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: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 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)
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
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-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: 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.
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 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-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
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
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.
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: 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: 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
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Cobra venom”: a triple combination of weekday, tithi and nakshatra (Sun — 5th + Krittika, Mon — 2nd + Chitra, Tue — 15th + Rohini, Wed — 7th + Bharani, Thu — 13th + Anuradha, Fri — 6th + Shravana, Sat — 8th + Revati). The strongest of the kuyogas: the day is unfavourable for any activity.
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 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: 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: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
−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: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
Auspicious: 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: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
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: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: 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
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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 Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Purna. Deity: 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: 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
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashlesha
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
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. Ritu: Varsha.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
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: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: 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
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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
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.
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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
“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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra 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-shashti
plowing the ground
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
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).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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).
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra 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).
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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).
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees