October 1898 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Adhika Ashwina (until 15.10), Nija Ashwina (from 16.10). Adhika Ashwina — 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; 16–23.10 — Sharad Navaratri (autumn). Major festivals: 16.10 Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana; 22.10 Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami); 23.10 Maha Navami; 24.10 Vijayadashami (Dussehra); 28.10 Sharad Purnima (Kojagari).
Icons this month (20)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 9.10 Sun — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Yoga Siddha, Pushya after 12:53
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 24.10 Mon — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha
Dhanishtha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 27.10 Thu — Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Harshana until 14:08
Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 28.10 Fri — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa after 15:25
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 3.10 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka)
- 7.10 Fri Kalashtami
- 11.10 Tue Parama Ekadashi
- 12.10 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 13.10 Thu Masik Shivaratri
- 15.10 Sat Adhika Amavasya
- 15.10 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 15.10 Sat Tula Sankranti
- 16.10 Sun Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 18.10 Tue Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 18.10 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 20.10 Thu Skanda Shashti
- 20.10 Thu Saraswati Avahana
- 22.10 Sat Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)
- 23.10 Sun Maha Navami
- 24.10 Mon Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
- 25.10 Tue Papankusha Ekadashi
- 26.10 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 28.10 Fri Sharad Purnima (Kojagari)
- 29.10 Sat Ashwina Purnima
Special muhurta yogas
- 4.10 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:37–08:47
- 5.10 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 7.10 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:55–06:45 (08.10)
- 9.10 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 06:47–22:53
- 9.10 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–22:53
- 15.10 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:39–07:02 (16.10)
- 16.10 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 02:34–07:04 (17.10)
- 17.10 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:13–07:06 (18.10)
- 22.10 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:01–07:16 (23.10)
- 25.10 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 18:11–07:22 (26.10)
- 27.10 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 14:08–07:27 (28.10)
- 28.10 Fri Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:27–14:11
- 28.10 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 30.10 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 15:42–07:33 (31.10)
- 31.10 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:13–07:35 (01.11)
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
- 2.10 Sun — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Kaladanda
- 5.10 Wed — Vyatipata
- 10.10 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Jwalamukhi Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 11.10 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 14.10 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi
- 15.10 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya, Vaidhriti (unfavourable day)
- 17.10 Mon — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 19.10 Wed — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 25.10 Tue — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 30.10 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 15.10 New moon (Amavasya) 15:37
- 15.10 Tula Sankranti 21:58 — the Sun enters Tula (Libra)
- 29.10 Full moon (Purnima) 15:18
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 15.10 Adhika Masa
- all month Chaturmasya
- 16–23.10 Sharad Navaratri (autumn)
- 24.10 04:21 – 28.10 14:11 Roga Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Vilamba (No. 32, “slow, tardy”) — A year of delay: affairs are held up, and everything demands patience. more
Northern samvatsara: Sadharana. Shaka Samvat 1820, Vikram Samvat 1955, Kali Yuga 4999.
Adhika Ashwina (Isha) — The month of the Goddess: Sharad Navaratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Sharad Purnima; at its end — Diwali. more
Nija Ashwina (Isha) — The month of the Goddess: Sharad Navaratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Sharad Purnima; at its end — Diwali. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Gandanta Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:32
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:32 (02.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 06:11 (02.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 19:06 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:43 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:43 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 19:06 | yoga Harshana |
| from 00:32 (02.10) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 00:32 (02.10) | karana Vanija |
| from 06:11 (02.10) | nakshatra Bharani |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:32 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:05 |
| End of twilight | 18:42 |
| Moonrise | 17:52 |
| Moonset | 08:34 |
| Day length | 11 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Saumya 06:32–06:11 (02.10) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:11–06:34 (02.10)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:55 (30.09)–11:55
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:52–05:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 18:05–18:30 |
| Pradosha | 18:05–20:35 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–00:44 (02.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:54–00:31 (02.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:25–10:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:45–15:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:32–07:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:32–07:18, 07:18–08:04 |
| Varjyam | 02:08–03:45 (02.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:32–11:06, 15:47–16:53, 17:38–18:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:32–11:06, 15:47–16:53, 17:38–18:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:32–11:06, 15:47–16:53, 17:38–18:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kanya 06:32, Tula 08:05, Vrischika 11:06, Dhanu 13:52, Makara 15:47, Kumbha 16:53, Mina 17:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; 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 = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:32–06:11 (02.10)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:32–06:11 (02.10)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:32–00:32 (02.10)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Gandanta 06:32–11:55−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:34
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 00:41 (03.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 07:08 (03.10) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 17:59 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:31 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:31 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 17:59 | yoga Vajra |
| from 00:41 (03.10) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 00:41 (03.10) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:34 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:02 |
| End of twilight | 18:39 |
| Moonrise | 18:11 |
| Moonset | 09:57 |
| Day length | 11 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (06:34–18:02) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:31–18:02: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:41–06:35 (03.10)
Anandadi: Kaladanda all day
- Bhadra in heaven: 12:31–00:41 (03.10); Bhadra Puchha 20:28–21:40; Bhadra Mukha 21:40–23:41
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:54–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:59 |
| Godhuli | 18:02–18:28 |
| Pradosha | 18:02–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–00:44 (03.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:09–03:49 (03.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:36–18:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:18–13:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:10–16:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:31–17:17 |
| Varjyam | 16:10–17:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:34–11:02, 15:43–16:49, 17:34–18:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:34–11:02, 15:43–16:49, 17:34–18:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:34–11:02, 15:43–16:49, 17:34–18:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:34–13:48, 15:43–16:49, 17:34–18:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kanya 06:34, Tula 08:01, Vrischika 11:02, Dhanu 13:48, Makara 15:43, Kumbha 16:49, Mina 17:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); 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
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 Yoga Harshana 06:34–17:59+1 Auspicious tithi 06:34–00:41 (03.10)0 Adhika Masa0 Yoga Vajra 17:59–19:090 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:31–00:41 (03.10)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) |
At sunrise 06:35
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 01:33 (04.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 07:08 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 17:25 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:02 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:08 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 13:02 | karana Balava |
| from 17:25 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 01:33 (04.10) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 01:33 (04.10) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:35 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 18:00 |
| End of twilight | 18:37 |
| Moonrise | 18:36 |
| Moonset | 11:16 |
| Day length | 11 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 6, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:08 |
|---|
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 (06:35–07:08) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (07:08–18:00) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 18:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 06:35–07:08 Anandadi: Sthira 07:08–06:37 (04.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:55–05:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:57 |
| Godhuli | 18:00–18:25 |
| Pradosha | 18:00–20:31 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–00:44 (04.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:13–07:55 (04.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:01–09:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:52–12:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:43–15:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:40–13:26, 14:57–15:43 |
| Varjyam | 19:57–21:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:35–13:44, 15:39–16:45, 17:30–18:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Bharani until 07:08, Krittika from 07:08; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Kanya 06:35, Tula 07:57, Vrischika 10:58, Dhanu 13:44, Makara 15:39, Kumbha 16:45, Mina 17:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 07:08) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 07:08) — consumption (a wasting disease); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 06:35–18:00: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:08–06:37 (04.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Siddhi 17:25–06:37 (04.10)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:35–07:08−2 Rikta tithi 06:35–01:33 (04.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 08:47; auspicious time — until 17:24 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:37
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 03:06 (05.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 08:47 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 17:24 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:15 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:47 | nakshatra Rohini |
|---|---|
| from 14:15 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:24 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 03:06 (05.10) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 03:06 (05.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:37 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:57 |
| End of twilight | 18:34 |
| Moonrise | 19:11 |
| Moonset | 12:27 |
| Day length | 11 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 7, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:47 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (06:37–08:47) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (08:47–17:57) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:37–08:47
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:37–03:06 (05.10) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:06–06:39 (05.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:06–06:39 (05.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 08:47–06:39 (05.10) Anandadi: Gada 06:37–08:47
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:40–03:32 (05.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:56–05:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:56 |
| Godhuli | 17:57–18:23 |
| Pradosha | 17:57–20:30 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–00:44 (05.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:13–07:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:07–16:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:27–10:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:17–13:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:53–09:39, 23:02–23:53 |
| Varjyam | 02:18–04:03 (05.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:37–17:24
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:37–17:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:37–17:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Krittika until 08:47, Rohini from 08:47; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kanya 06:37, Tula 07:53, Vrischika 10:54, Dhanu 13:40, Makara 15:35, Kumbha 16:42, Mina 17:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 08:47) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 08:47) — destruction of all misfortunes; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 17:24–17:57: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 08:47
Auspicious time ends by 17:24
+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:37–17:24+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:47–06:39 (05.10)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:37–03:06 (05.10)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:47–06:39 (05.10)+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:37–08:470 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:37–03:06 (05.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vyatipata 17:24–06:39 (05.10)0 Anandadi: Gada 06:37–08:47−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:39
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 05:14 (06.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 11:04 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 17:51 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:06 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:04 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
|---|---|
| from 16:06 | karana Vanija |
| from 17:51 | yoga Variyana |
| from 05:14 (06.10) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 05:14 (06.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:39 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 17:55 |
| End of twilight | 18:31 |
| Moonrise | 19:56 |
| Moonset | 13:27 |
| Day length | 11 h 15 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 11:04 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (06:39–11:04) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (11:04–17:55) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Ravi Yoga 11:04–06:41 (06.10) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–06:41 (06.10)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:39–11:04
Anandadi: Shubha 06:39–11:04 Anandadi: Amrita 11:04–06:41 (06.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:14–18:27 (06.10); Bhadra Puchha 10:32–11:51 (06.10); Bhadra Mukha 11:51–14:04 (06.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:58–05:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:55 |
| Godhuli | 17:55–18:20 |
| Pradosha | 17:55–20:28 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:44 (06.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:33–09:18, 04:01–05:49 (06.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:17–13:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:04–09:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:53–12:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:55–12:40 |
| Varjyam | 17:19–19:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:39–13:36, 15:31–16:38, 17:22–17:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Rohini until 11:04, Mrigashirsha from 11:04; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Kanya 06:39, Tula 07:49, Vrischika 10:50, Dhanu 13:36, Makara 15:31, Kumbha 16:38, Mina 17:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 11:04) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 11:04) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 06:39–17:51: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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: Vyatipata
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 11:04–06:41 (06.10)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 06:39–11:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:39–11:04+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Variyana 17:51–06:41 (06.10)0 Adhika Masa0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:39–11:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−3 Vyatipata 06:39–17:51
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Tryahasparsha Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:41
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 07:45 (07.10) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 13:51 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 18:40 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:27 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:51 | nakshatra Ardra |
|---|---|
| from 18:27 | karana Bava |
| from 18:40 | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:41 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:52 |
| End of twilight | 18:29 |
| Moonrise | 20:53 |
| Moonset | 14:14 |
| Day length | 11 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 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, Mrigashirsha (06:41–13:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:41–17:52: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:41–13:51
Anandadi: Mrityu 06:41–13:51 Anandadi: Kana 13:51–06:43 (07.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:14–18:27; Bhadra Puchha 10:32–11:51; Bhadra Mukha 11:51–14:04
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:59–05:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:09–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:52–18:18 |
| Pradosha | 17:52–20:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:43 (07.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:38–07:26 (07.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:41–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:41–08:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:29–10:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:25–11:10, 14:53–15:38 |
| Varjyam | 23:19–01:07 (07.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:41–10:46
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:41–10:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:41–10:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:41–13:32, 15:27–16:34, 17:18–17:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 13:51, Ardra from 13:51; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Kanya 06:41, Tula 07:45, Vrischika 10:46, Dhanu 13:32, Makara 15:27, Kumbha 16:34, Mina 17:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 13:51) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 13:51) — sadness; 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
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 06:41–13:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:41–13:51+1 Yoga Variyana 06:41–18:40+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:41–13:51 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:51–06:43 (07.10)−1 Anandadi: Kana 13:51–06:43 (07.10)−2 Tryahasparsha−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:41–18:27
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 06:43
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 07:45 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 16:55 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 19:40 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:45 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:45 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 07:45 | karana Balava |
| from 16:55 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 19:40 | yoga Shiva |
| from 21:04 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:43 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:50 |
| End of twilight | 18:26 |
| Moonrise | 22:00 |
| Moonset | 14:49 |
| Day length | 11 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:45 | from 16:55 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (16:55–17:50) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:50–20:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:55–06:45 (08.10)
Krakacha Yoga 06:43–07:45 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:43–07:45 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–06:45 (08.10)
Anandadi: Padma 06:43–16:55 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:55–06:45 (08.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:01–05:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:07–14:52 |
| Godhuli | 17:50–18:15 |
| Pradosha | 17:50–20:25 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–00:43 (08.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:38–07:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:53–12:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:03–16:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:07–09:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:57–09:41, 12:39–13:23 |
| Varjyam | 06:28–08:17 (08.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:43–07:45
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:43–07:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:43–07:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:43–13:28, 15:24–16:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ardra until 16:55, Punarvasu from 16:55; tithi Krishna-saptami until 07:45, Krishna-ashtami from 07:45; lagna Kanya 06:43, Tula 07:41, Vrischika 10:42, Dhanu 13:28, Makara 15:24, Kumbha 16:30, Mina 17:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 16:55) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 16:55) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:45–17:50: 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:43–16:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:55–06:45 (08.10)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:55–06:45 (08.10)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–06:45 (08.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Parigha 06:43–07:100 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:55–06:45 (08.10)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:43–07:450 Krakacha Yoga 06:43–07:45−1 Ashtami 07:45–06:45 (08.10)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:45–06:45 (08.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:43–16:55
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:45
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 10:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 20:01 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 20:40 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:23 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:23 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 10:23 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:01 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 20:40 | yoga Siddha |
| from 23:40 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:45 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 17:47 |
| End of twilight | 18:24 |
| Moonrise | 23:12 |
| Moonset | 15:14 |
| Day length | 11 h 01 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 10:23 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (06:45–17:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:23–06:47 (09.10)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:45–20:01 Anandadi: Mitra 20:01–06:47 (09.10)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:02–05:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:06–14:51 |
| Godhuli | 17:47–18:13 |
| Pradosha | 17:47–20:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:43 (09.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:19–19:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:31–10:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:39–15:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:45–08:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:45–07:30, 07:30–08:14 |
| Varjyam | 06:28–08:17, 04:59–06:46 (09.10) |
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 06:45–10:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 10:23, Krishna-navami from 10:23; lagna Kanya 06:45, Tula 07:37, Vrischika 10:38, Dhanu 13:24, Makara 15:20, Kumbha 16:26, Mina 17:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 06:45–10:23: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 10:23–17:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:23–06:47 (09.10)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:45–20:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:45–20:01+1 Yoga Shiva 06:45–20:400 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:45–10:23−1 Rikta tithi 10:23–06:47 (09.10)
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Pushya Yoga, Yoga Siddha; auspicious time — after 12:53 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:47
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 22:53 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 21:29 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:53 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:53 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 12:53 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:29 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 22:53 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 01:59 (10.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:47 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:44 |
| End of twilight | 18:21 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 15:32 |
| Day length | 10 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (06:47–17:44) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Pushya Yoga 06:47–22:53 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:47–22:53
Jwalamukhi Yoga 22:53–06:49 (10.10)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:47–22:53 Anandadi: Vajra 22:53–06:49 (10.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:59–14:58 (10.10); Bhadra Puchha 03:53–05:11 (10.10); Bhadra Mukha 05:11–07:22 (10.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:03–05:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:05–14:49 |
| Godhuli | 17:44–18:11 |
| Pradosha | 17:44–20:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:43 (10.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:43–17:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:22–17:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:16–13:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:00–16:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:17–17:01 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:16–16:22, 17:06–17:44
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 15:16–16:22, 17:06–17:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 15:16–16:22, 17:06–17:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 12:53–13:20, 15:16–16:22, 17:06–17:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-navami until 12:53, Krishna-dashami from 12:53; lagna Kanya 06:47, Tula 07:33, Vrischika 10:34, Dhanu 13:20, Makara 15:16, Kumbha 16:22, Mina 17:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 06:47–12:53: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 12:53
+4 Ravi Pushya Yoga 06:47–22:53+2 Yoga Siddha 06:47–21:29+2 Pushya 06:47–22:53+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:47–22:530 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−2 Rikta tithi 06:47–12:53
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Jwalamukhi Yoga Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:49
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 14:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 01:18 (11.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 21:56 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:58 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:58 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:58 | karana Bava |
| from 21:56 | yoga Shubha |
| from 01:18 (11.10) | nakshatra Magha |
| from 03:48 (11.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:49 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:42 |
| End of twilight | 18:19 |
| Moonrise | 00:26 |
| Moonset | 15:47 |
| Day length | 10 h 52 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:58 |
|---|
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:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:49–14:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 06:49–14:58 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:58–06:51 (11.10) Krakacha Yoga 14:58–06:51 (11.10)
Anandadi: Saumya 06:49–01:18 (11.10) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 01:18–06:51 (11.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:59–14:58; Bhadra Puchha 03:53–05:11; Bhadra Mukha 05:11–07:22
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:32–15:24
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 18:45–07:48 (11.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:05–05:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:04–14:48 |
| Godhuli | 17:42–18:08 |
| Pradosha | 17:42–20:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:43 (11.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:32–01:18 (11.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:11–09:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:54–12:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:37–14:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:37–13:21, 14:48–15:31 |
| Varjyam | 12:58–14:44 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:12–16:18, 17:02–17:42
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 15:12–16:18, 17:02–17:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 15:12–16:18, 17:02–17:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-dashami until 14:58, Krishna-ekadashi from 14:58; lagna Kanya 06:49, Tula 07:29, Vrischika 10:31, Dhanu 13:17, Makara 15:12, Kumbha 16:18, Mina 17:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 06:49–14:58: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:49–01:18 (11.10)+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:49–21:56+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:58–06:51 (11.10)−1 Krakacha Yoga 14:58–06:51 (11.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:49–01:18 (11.10)−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 06:49–14:58−3 Bhadra on earth 06:49–14:58
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Parama Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:51
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 16:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 03:05 (12.10) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 21:55 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:28 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:28 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 16:28 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:55 | yoga Shukla |
| from 03:05 (12.10) | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 04:58 (12.10) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:51 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:39 |
| End of twilight | 18:16 |
| Moonrise | 01:42 |
| Moonset | 15:59 |
| Day length | 10 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 1, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:28 |
|---|
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, Magha (06:51–17:39) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Parama Ekadashi · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Adhika Masa. The fast grants the highest good and prosperity; Purushottama (Vishnu) is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:58 (10.10)–16:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:54–09:02 (12.10)
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:51–16:28
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:51–03:05 (12.10) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:05–06:54 (12.10)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 18:45 (10.10)–07:48
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:06–05:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:03–14:47 |
| Godhuli | 17:39–18:06 |
| Pradosha | 17:39–20:18 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:43 (12.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:30–02:13 (12.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:57–16:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:33–10:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:15–13:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:01–09:44, 22:57–23:50 |
| Varjyam | 14:11–15:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:51–13:13, 15:08–16:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 16:28, Krishna-dvadashi from 16:28; lagna Kanya 06:51, Tula 07:25, Vrischika 10:27, Dhanu 13:13, Makara 15:08, Kumbha 16:14, Mina 16:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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 = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:51–21:550 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:51–03:05 (12.10)−1 Gandanta 06:51–07:48−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:51–03:05 (12.10)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:51–16:28
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 — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 06:54
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 17:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 04:10 (13.10) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 21:21 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 17:16 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:16 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 17:16 | karana Gara |
| from 21:21 | yoga Brahma |
| from 04:10 (13.10) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 05:24 (13.10) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:54 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 17:37 |
| End of twilight | 18:14 |
| Moonrise | 02:58 |
| Moonset | 16:10 |
| Day length | 10 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:16 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (06:54–17:37) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:37–20:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:54–17:16
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:16–06:56 (13.10)
Anandadi: Sthira 06:54–04:10 (13.10) Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:10–06:56 (13.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:08–06:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:02–14:45 |
| Godhuli | 17:37–18:03 |
| Pradosha | 17:37–20:17 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:43 (13.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:29–23:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:15–13:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:14–09:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:55–12:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–12:37 |
| Varjyam | 11:26–13:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:54–10:23, 15:04–16:10, 16:54–17:35
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:54–10:23, 15:04–16:10, 16:54–17:35 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:54–10:23, 15:04–16:10, 16:54–17:35 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:54–13:09, 15:04–16:10, 16:54–17:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 17:16, Krishna-trayodashi from 17:16; lagna Kanya 06:54, Tula 07:21, Vrischika 10:23, Dhanu 13:09, Makara 15:04, Kumbha 16:10, Mina 16:54, Mesha 17:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:54–17:16+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:54–04:10 (13.10)+1 Yoga Shukla 06:54–21:21+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:16–06:56 (13.10)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:54–04:10 (13.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Matanga; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:56
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 17:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 04:35 (14.10) more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 20:13 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 17:21 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:21 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 17:21 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:13 | yoga Indra |
| from 04:35 (14.10) | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 05:09 (14.10) | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:56 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:34 |
| End of twilight | 18:11 |
| Moonrise | 04:16 |
| Moonset | 16:21 |
| Day length | 10 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (06:56–17:34) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:21–17:34: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 17:21–17:34: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:49–00:43 (14.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:56–04:35 (14.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:21–06:58 (14.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 06:56–04:35 (14.10) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:35–06:58 (14.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:21–05:09 (14.10); Bhadra Mukha 17:21–19:18; Bhadra Puchha 03:54–05:04 (14.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:09–06:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:01–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:34–18:01 |
| Pradosha | 17:34–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:43 (14.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:15–22:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:35–14:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:56–08:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:35–10:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:28–11:11, 14:44–15:27 |
| Varjyam | 11:30–13:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:56–17:21
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:56–17:21 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:56–17:21 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:56–13:05, 15:00–16:06, 16:51–17:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 17:21, Krishna-chaturdashi from 17:21; lagna Kanya 06:56, Tula 07:17, Vrischika 10:19, Dhanu 13:05, Makara 15:00, Kumbha 16:06, Mina 16:51, Mesha 17:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 17:21–17:34: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni 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
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:56–20:13+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:56–04:35 (14.10)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:56–04:35 (14.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:21–06:58 (14.10)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:21–05:09 (14.10)0 Krishna Chaturdashi 17:21–06:58 (14.10)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:56–04:35 (14.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:58
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 16:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 04:22 (15.10) more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 18:34 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 16:46 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:46 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 16:46 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 18:34 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 04:15 (15.10) | karana Naga |
| from 04:22 (15.10) | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:58 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:32 |
| End of twilight | 18:09 |
| Moonrise | 05:37 |
| Moonset | 16:32 |
| Day length | 10 h 34 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 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, Hasta (06:58–17:32) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shakuni 06:58–16:46: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 16:46–17:32: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:58–16:46: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Amrita 06:58–04:22 (15.10) Anandadi: Musala 04:22–07:00 (15.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:10–06:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:00–14:43 |
| Godhuli | 17:32–17:59 |
| Pradosha | 17:32–20:13 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:43 (15.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:25–00:01 (15.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:55–12:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:53–16:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:17–09:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:04–09:47, 12:36–13:18 |
| Varjyam | 12:54–14:30 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 16:46, Amavasya from 16:46; lagna Kanya 06:58, Tula 07:13, Vrischika 10:15, Dhanu 13:01, Makara 14:56, Kumbha 16:02, Mina 16:47, Mesha 17:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:58–16:46: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 16:46–17:32: 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Yoga Indra 06:58–18:34+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:58–04:22 (15.10)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:58–04:22 (15.10)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:58–16:46
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Amavasya Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Amavasya · Adhika Amavasya · Tula Sankranti |
At sunrise 07:00
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 15:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 03:39 (16.10) more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 16:28 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:37 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:37 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 15:37 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 16:28 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 02:51 (16.10) | karana Bava |
| from 03:39 (16.10) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:00 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:29 |
| End of twilight | 18:07 |
| Moonrise | 07:00 |
| Moonset | 16:46 |
| Day length | 10 h 29 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 15:37 |
|---|---|
| Tula Sankranti | 21:58 — the Sun enters Tula (Libra) |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:37 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:00–17:29) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Naga 07:00–15:37: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 15:37–17:29: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)
A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:46 (14.10)–15:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Adhika Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of the intercalary month: Purushottama Masa ends. Shraddha and charity on this day are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:46 (14.10)–15:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Tula Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Libra. In Karnataka it is Tula Sankramana, the festival of the river Kaveri at its source in Talakaveri.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 12:14–17:29
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:39–07:02 (16.10) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:39–07:02 (16.10)
Anandadi: Siddhi 03:39–07:02 (16.10) Anandadi: Kana 07:00–03:39 (16.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 15:14–15:59
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:12–06:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:59–14:41 |
| Godhuli | 17:29–17:56 |
| Pradosha | 17:29–20:12 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:43 (16.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:27–23:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:37–10:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:33–14:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:00–08:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:00–07:42, 07:42–08:24 |
| Varjyam | 12:08–13:41 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:00–12:57, 14:52–15:58, 16:43–17:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Amavasya until 15:37, Shukla-pratipat from 15:37; lagna Kanya 07:00, Tula 07:10, Vrischika 10:11, Dhanu 12:57, Makara 14:52, Kumbha 15:58, Mina 16:43, Mesha 17:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 07:00–15:37: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Sankranti at 21:58 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 07:00–16:28: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −10
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya, Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:00–03:39 (16.10)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day−3 Amavasya 07:00–15:37−3 Anandadi: Kana 07:00–03:39 (16.10)−3 Vaidhriti 07:00–16:28
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; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Lumbaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 1 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana |
At sunrise 07:02
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 14:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 02:34 (17.10) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 14:01 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:00 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:00 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 14:00 | karana Balava |
| from 14:01 | yoga Priti |
| from 01:04 (17.10) | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:34 (17.10) | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:02 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:27 |
| End of twilight | 18:04 |
| Moonrise | 08:27 |
| Moonset | 17:05 |
| Day length | 10 h 25 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 14:00 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:02–17:27) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The start of the autumn (Sharad) Navaratri — the principal one of the year. The kalasha is installed in the morning, in the first third of the day, while Pratipada lasts (if that is not possible — at Abhijit Muhurta); for nine nights the nine forms of Durga are worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:37 (15.10)–14:00
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 07:02–10:30
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:53–12:35
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 1
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 02:34–07:04 (17.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:02–14:00
Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:02–02:34 (17.10) Anandadi: Utpata 02:34–07:04 (17.10)
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 | 05:13–06:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:58–14:40 |
| Godhuli | 17:27–17:54 |
| Pradosha | 17:27–20:10 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:43 (17.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:10–19:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:09–17:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:14–13:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:51–16:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:03–16:45 |
| Varjyam | 09:00–10:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:02–10:07, 14:00–17:27
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 07:02–10:07, 14:00–17:27 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:02–10:07, 14:00–17:27 |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:02–10:07, 14:48–15:54, 16:39–17:20 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:02–12:53, 14:00–17:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 14:00, Shukla-dvitya from 14:00; lagna Kanya 07:02, Tula 07:06, Vrischika 10:07, Dhanu 12:53, Makara 14:48, Kumbha 15:54, Mina 16:39, Mesha 17:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Sunday — physical well-being.
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 nakshatra 07:02–02:34 (17.10)0 Yoga Priti 14:01–07:04 (17.10)0 Auspicious tithi 14:00–07:04 (17.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 02:34–07:04 (17.10)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:02–02:34 (17.10)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:02–14:00
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 2 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:04
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 12:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 01:13 (18.10) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 11:17 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:03 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:17 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 12:03 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 12:03 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:00 | karana Gara |
| from 01:13 (18.10) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:04 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 17:24 |
| End of twilight | 18:02 |
| Moonrise | 09:55 |
| Moonset | 17:30 |
| Day length | 10 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:03 |
|---|
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 (07:04–17:24) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 2
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 01:13–07:06 (18.10) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:13–07:06 (18.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:04–12:03 Yamaghanta 07:04–01:13 (18.10)
Anandadi: Mitra 07:04–01:13 (18.10) Anandadi: Manasa 01:13–07:06 (18.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:15–06:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:57–14:39 |
| Godhuli | 17:24–17:52 |
| Pradosha | 17:24–20:09 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:42 (18.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:54–18:25 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:21–09:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:56–12:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:32–14:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:35–13:16, 14:39–15:20 |
| Varjyam | 07:51–09:21, 04:58–06:28 (18.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:04–10:03, 12:03–17:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 12:03, Shukla-tritya from 12:03; lagna Tula 07:04, Vrischika 10:03, Dhanu 12:49, Makara 14:44, Kumbha 15:50, Mina 16:35, Mesha 17:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −1
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 07:04–01:13 (18.10)+1 Yoga Priti 07:04–11:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:04–12:030 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:04–12:03−3 Yamaghanta 07:04–01:13 (18.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 09:55 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 3 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 07:06
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 09:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 23:44 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 08:24 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 09:55 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:24 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 09:55 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 09:55 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:48 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:44 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 05:25 (19.10) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:06 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:22 |
| End of twilight | 18:00 |
| Moonrise | 11:20 |
| Moonset | 18:07 |
| Day length | 10 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 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, Anuradha (07:06–17:22) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection.
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), 11:12–13:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:22–18:07
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:22–18:07
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 3
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:06–09:55 Ravi Yoga 07:06–23:44
Anandadi: Vajra 07:06–23:44 Anandadi: Mudgara 23:44–07:08 (19.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:48–07:41 (19.10); Bhadra Mukha 20:48–22:37; Bhadra Puchha 06:35–07:41 (19.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:16–06:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:57–14:38 |
| Godhuli | 17:22–17:49 |
| Pradosha | 17:22–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (19.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:58–15:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:48–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:40–10:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:14–13:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:09–09:50, 22:52–23:47 |
| Varjyam | 04:58–06:28 (19.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:06–09:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:06–09:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:06–09:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:06–12:45, 14:40–15:46, 16:31–17:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-tritya until 09:55, Shukla-chaturti from 09:55; lagna Tula 07:06, Vrischika 09:59, Dhanu 12:45, Makara 14:40, Kumbha 15:46, Mina 16:31, Mesha 17:12
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”); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 09:55–17:22: 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 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 09:55
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:06–23:44+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:06–09:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:06–23:44+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:06–08:24+1 Auspicious tithi 07:06–09:550 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:06–23:44−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 09:55–07:08 (19.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 4 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:08
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 22:12 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 02:26 (20.10) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:41 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:41 | tithi Shukla-panchami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:41 | karana Bava |
| from 18:33 | karana Balava |
| from 22:12 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 02:26 (20.10) | yoga Atiganda |
| from 05:26 (20.10) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 05:26 (20.10) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:08 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:20 |
| End of twilight | 17:57 |
| Moonrise | 12:33 |
| Moonset | 19:01 |
| Day length | 10 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:41 |
|---|
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, Jyestha (07:08–17:20) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:08–07:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 4: Kushmanda, Skandamata · Durga
Navaratri day. Kushmanda — she who created the universe with her smile; grants health and strength. Skandamata — the mother of Skanda, holding her son on her lap; grants motherly grace.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 4
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 22:12–07:10 (20.10)
Yamaghanta 22:12–07:10 (20.10)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 22:12–07:10 (20.10) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:08–22:12
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:48 (18.10)–07:41; Bhadra Mukha 20:48–22:37 (18.10); Bhadra Puchha 06:35–07:41
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:35–03:50 (20.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:04–05:48 (20.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:18–06:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:56–14:36 |
| Godhuli | 17:20–17:47 |
| Pradosha | 17:20–20:06 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (20.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:58–15:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:14–13:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:24–09:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:57–12:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:41–17:20
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 07:41–17:20 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:41–17:20 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 07:41, Shukla-panchami from 07:41; lagna Tula 07:08, Vrischika 09:55, Dhanu 12:41, Makara 14:36, Kumbha 15:43, Mina 16:27, Mesha 17:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 07:08–07:41: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:08–02:26 (20.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:41–05:26 (20.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:08–07:41−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:08–22:12−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:08–22:12−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 07:08–07:41
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Dhumra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 5 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti · Saraswati Avahana |
At sunrise 07:10
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 03:15 (21.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 20:43 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 23:29 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:20 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:20 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 20:43 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 23:29 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 03:15 (21.10) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 03:15 (21.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:10 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:17 |
| End of twilight | 17:55 |
| Moonrise | 13:28 |
| Moonset | 20:13 |
| Day length | 10 h 07 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 |
|---|
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 (07:10–17:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 5: Katyayani · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband.
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 05:26–03:15 (21.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Saraswati Avahana · Saraswati
The invocation of Saraswati during Navaratri under the Mula nakshatra: books and musical instruments are placed before the goddess, and study is set aside until Vijayadashami.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:14–15:16
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 5
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:10–20:43
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–03:15 (21.10)
Anandadi: Prajapati 20:43–07:12 (21.10) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:10–20:43
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:19–06:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:55–14:35 |
| Godhuli | 17:17–17:45 |
| Pradosha | 17:17–20:04 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:42 (21.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:43–16:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:29–14:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:10–08:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:42–10:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:32–11:13, 14:35–15:16 |
| Varjyam | 19:13–20:43, 05:45–07:16 (21.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:10–09:51, 14:32–15:39, 16:23–17:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:10–09:51, 14:32–15:39, 16:23–17:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:10–09:51, 14:32–15:39, 16:23–17:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:10–12:37, 14:32–15:39, 16:23–17:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Tula 07:10, Vrischika 09:51, Dhanu 12:37, Makara 14:32, Kumbha 15:39, Mina 16:23, Mesha 17:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:10–20:43+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–03:15 (21.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:10–20:43−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:10–20:43
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 6 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:12
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 01:09 (22.10) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 19:19 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 20:36 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:11 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:11 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 19:19 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 20:36 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 01:09 (22.10) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 01:09 (22.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:12 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:15 |
| End of twilight | 17:53 |
| Moonrise | 14:07 |
| Moonset | 21:37 |
| Day length | 10 h 02 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 |
|---|
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 (07:12–17:15) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 6
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 07:12–01:09 (22.10) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–01:09 (22.10) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:09–07:14 (22.10)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:12–19:19 Anandadi: Ananda 19:19–07:14 (22.10)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:09–12:09 (22.10); Bhadra Puchha 02:48–03:54 (22.10); Bhadra Mukha 03:54–05:44 (22.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:21–06:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:54–14:34 |
| Godhuli | 17:15–17:43 |
| Pradosha | 17:15–20:03 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (22.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:48–16:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:58–12:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:44–15:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:27–09:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:13–09:53, 12:33–13:14 |
| Varjyam | 05:45–07:16, 02:53–04:24 (22.10) |
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 07:12–12:33, 14:29–15:35, 16:19–17:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Tula 07:12, Vrischika 09:47, Dhanu 12:33, Makara 14:29, Kumbha 15:35, Mina 16:19, Mesha 17:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Vardhamana 07:12–19:19+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:12–20:36+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:12–01:09 (22.10)0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:12–19:19−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:12–01:09 (22.10)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:12–01:09 (22.10)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Rakshasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) |
At sunrise 07:14
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 23:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:01 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 17:49 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:09 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:09 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 17:49 | yoga Shula |
| from 18:01 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 23:10 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 23:10 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:14 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:12 |
| End of twilight | 17:50 |
| Moonrise | 14:33 |
| Moonset | 23:06 |
| Day length | 9 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (07:14–17:12) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:14–12:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) · Durga
The main day of Durga Puja: the Goddess is worshipped as Mahagauri, and Kanya Puja is performed. At the junction of Ashtami and Navami, Sandhi Puja is held — the time of the Goddess’s victory over Chanda and Munda.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:09–23:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sandhi Puja: 22:46–23:34
Navaratri, day 7: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:01–07:16 (23.10) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:10–07:16 (23.10)
Anandadi: Chara 12:20–19:33 Anandadi: Sthira 19:33–07:16 (23.10) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:14–12:20
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:09–12:09; Bhadra Puchha 02:48–03:54; Bhadra Mukha 03:54–05:44
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:22–06:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:53–14:33 |
| Godhuli | 17:12–17:40 |
| Pradosha | 17:12–20:01 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (23.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:58–13:29, 06:58–08:30 (23.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:44–10:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:28–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:14–08:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:14–07:54, 07:54–08:34 |
| Varjyam | 21:50–23:21 |
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 07:14–12:29, 14:25–15:31, 16:15–16:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Tula 07:14, Vrischika 09:43, Dhanu 12:29, Makara 14:25, Kumbha 15:31, Mina 16:15, Mesha 16:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 07:14–17:12: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:14–18:01+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:14–17:490 Anandadi: Chara 12:20–19:330 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:14–12:09−1 Ashtami 07:14–23:10−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:14–12:20−1 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 | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Gada |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Maha Navami |
At sunrise 07:16
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 21:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 16:52 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 15:08 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:14 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:14 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 15:08 | yoga Ganda |
| from 16:52 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 21:20 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 21:20 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:16 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 17:10 |
| End of twilight | 17:48 |
| Moonrise | 14:52 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 9 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 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, Shravana (07:16–16:52) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Maha Navami · Durga
The ninth and last day of Navaratri: worship of Siddhidatri; in South India — Ayudha Puja (blessing of tools and weapons) and the concluding homa.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:12–15:11
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 8: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 16:52–07:18 (24.10)
Anandadi: Matanga 16:52–07:18 (24.10) Anandadi: Gada 07:16–16:52
- Roga Panchaka: 04:21 (24.10)–14:11 (28.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:24–06:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:52–14:32 |
| Godhuli | 17:10–17:38 |
| Pradosha | 17:10–20:00 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (24.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:58–08:30, 05:54–07:26 (24.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:56–17:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:13–13:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:42–15:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:51–16:30 |
| Varjyam | 20:42–22:14 |
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 07:16–12:25, 14:21–15:27, 16:11–16:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shravana until 16:52, Dhanishtha from 16:52; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Tula 07:16, Vrischika 09:39, Dhanu 12:25, Makara 14:21, Kumbha 15:27, Mina 16:11, Mesha 16:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 16:52) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 16:52) — longevity (increased vitality); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 07:16–17:10: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:16–16:520 Ravi Yoga 16:52–07:18 (24.10)0 Anandadi: Matanga 16:52–07:18 (24.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Ganda 15:08–17:17−1 Anandadi: Gada 07:16–16:52−2 Rikta tithi 07:16–21:20
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 — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vijayadashami (Dussehra) |
At sunrise 07:18
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 19:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 15:52 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 12:35 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:29 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:29 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 12:35 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 15:52 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 19:40 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 19:40 | karana Vanija |
| from 06:54 (25.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:18 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:08 |
| End of twilight | 17:46 |
| Moonrise | 15:07 |
| Moonset | 00:34 |
| Day length | 9 h 49 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 15:52 |
|---|
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 (15:52–17:08) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) · Rama
The festival of the victory of good over evil: the victory of Rama over Ravana and of Durga over Mahishasura. Effigies of Ravana are burnt and Durga murtis are immersed in water; the day is favourable for new undertakings, especially at Vijaya Muhurta.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:12–15:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vijaya Muhurta: 13:51–14:30
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:18–15:52 Ravi Yoga all day
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:40–07:20 (25.10) Krakacha Yoga 19:40–07:20 (25.10)
Anandadi: Shubha 07:18–15:52 Anandadi: Amrita 15:52–07:20 (25.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 06:54–18:11 (25.10); Bhadra Puchha 11:26–12:33 (25.10); Bhadra Mukha 12:33–14:26 (25.10)
- Roga Panchaka: 04:21–14:11 (28.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:18–20:03
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:25–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:51–14:30 |
| Godhuli | 17:08–17:36 |
| Pradosha | 17:08–19:58 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:42 (25.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:54–07:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:32–09:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:59–12:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:27–14:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:33–13:12, 14:30–15:10 |
| Varjyam | 22:49–00:22 (25.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:18–09:36, 14:17–15:23, 16:07–16:48
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:18–09:36, 14:17–15:23, 16:07–16:48 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:18–09:36, 14:17–15:23, 16:07–16:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:18–12:21, 14:17–15:23, 16:07–16:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 15:52, Shatabhisha from 15:52; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Tula 07:18, Vrischika 09:36, Dhanu 12:21, Makara 14:17, Kumbha 15:23, Mina 16:07, Mesha 16:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 15:52) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 15:52) — gaining strength; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:18–15:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:18–15:52+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:18–19:40+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:18–15:520 Yoga Vriddhi 12:35–07:20 (25.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−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 | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Papankusha Ekadashi |
At sunrise 07:20
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 18:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 15:03 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 10:10 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:11 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:10 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 15:03 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 18:11 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 18:11 | karana Bava |
| from 05:32 (26.10) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:20 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:05 |
| End of twilight | 17:44 |
| Moonrise | 15:20 |
| Moonset | 02:01 |
| Day length | 9 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 7, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:03 |
|---|
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 (07:20–15:03) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (15:03–17:05) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:20–17:05: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Papankusha Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi after Vijayadashami. The name means “a hook for sins”: fasting and worship of Padmanabha (Vishnu) guard against downfall and free one from misdeeds.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:40 (24.10)–18:11
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:22–09:19 (26.10)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:20–15:03 Tripushkar Yoga 18:11–07:22 (26.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:20–18:11
Anandadi: Mrityu 07:20–15:03 Anandadi: Kana 15:03–07:22 (26.10)
- Bhadra on earth: 06:54–18:11; Bhadra Puchha 11:26–12:33; Bhadra Mukha 12:33–14:26
- Roga Panchaka: 04:21 (24.10)–14:11 (28.10)
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 | 05:27–06:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:50–14:29 |
| Godhuli | 17:05–17:34 |
| Pradosha | 17:05–19:57 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (26.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:05–09:38, 06:39–08:12 (26.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:39–15:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:47–11:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:13–13:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:17–09:56, 22:48–23:45 |
| Varjyam | 21:17–22:51 |
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 07:20–15:19, 16:03–16:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 15:03, Purva-Bhadra from 15:03; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Tula 07:20, Vrischika 09:32, Dhanu 12:18, Makara 14:13, Kumbha 15:19, Mina 16:03, Mesha 16:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 15:03) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 15:03) — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 07:20–17:05: 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:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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 07:20–15:03+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:20–15:03+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:20–10:10+1 Auspicious tithi 07:20–18:110 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:20–15:03 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:20–18:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 18:11–07:22 (26.10)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:03–07:22 (26.10)−1 Anandadi: Kana 15:03–07:22 (26.10)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 07:20–18:11
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: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Padma; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:22
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 16:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 14:27 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 07:55 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:56 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:55 | yoga Vyaghata |
|---|---|
| from 14:27 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 16:56 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 16:56 | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:25 (27.10) | karana Taitila |
| from 05:54 (27.10) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:22 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:03 |
| End of twilight | 17:41 |
| Moonrise | 15:32 |
| Moonset | 03:26 |
| Day length | 9 h 40 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 14:27 | from 16:56 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (07:22–14:27) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (14:27–17:03) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:03–19:55
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:22–16:56
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:56–07:25 (27.10)
Anandadi: Padma 07:22–14:27 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:27–07:25 (27.10)
- Roga Panchaka: 04:21 (24.10)–14:11 (28.10)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:28–06:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:49–14:28 |
| Godhuli | 17:03–17:32 |
| Pradosha | 17:03–19:55 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:42 (27.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:39–08:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:13–13:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:35–09:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:00–12:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Varjyam | 23:55–01:30 (27.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 14:27–15:15, 15:59–16:40
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 14:27–15:15, 15:59–16:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:22–09:28, 14:09–17:03 |
| Cutting toenails | good 14:27–15:15, 15:59–16:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 14:27–15:15, 15:59–16:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 14:27, Uttara-Bhadra from 14:27; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 16:56, Shukla-triodashi from 16:56; lagna Tula 07:22, Vrischika 09:28, Dhanu 12:14, Makara 14:09, Kumbha 15:15, Mina 15:59, Mesha 16:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 14:27) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 14:27) — a good life; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:22–16:56+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:22–14:27+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:22–07:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 14:27–07:25 (27.10)0 Auspicious tithi 16:56–07:25 (27.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:56–07:25 (27.10)0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:27–07:25 (27.10)0 Yoga Vyaghata 07:55–11:13−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:22–16:56−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:22–14:27
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 | Best day — Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 14:08 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:25
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 15:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 14:08 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 04:08 (28.10) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:59 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:08 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 15:59 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 15:59 | karana Gara |
| from 03:39 (28.10) | karana Vanija |
| from 04:08 (28.10) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:25 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 17:01 |
| End of twilight | 17:39 |
| Moonrise | 15:44 |
| Moonset | 04:49 |
| Day length | 9 h 36 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:08 | from 15:59 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (07:25–14:08) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (14:08–17:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 15:59–17:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:08–07:27 (28.10) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 14:08–07:27 (28.10)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:59–07:27 (28.10)
Anandadi: Chhatra 07:25–14:08 Anandadi: Mitra 14:08–07:27 (28.10)
- Roga Panchaka: 04:21 (24.10)–14:11 (28.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:30–06:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:53–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:49–14:27 |
| Godhuli | 17:01–17:30 |
| Pradosha | 17:01–19:54 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:43 (28.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:24–10:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:25–14:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:25–08:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:49–11:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:37–11:15, 14:27–15:05 |
| Varjyam | 02:09–03:46 (28.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:25–09:24, 14:05–15:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:25–09:24, 14:05–15:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:25–15:59 |
| Cutting toenails | good 07:25–09:24, 14:05–15:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:25–12:10, 14:05–15:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 14:08, Revati from 14:08; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 15:59, Shukla-chaturdashi from 15:59; lagna Tula 07:25, Vrischika 09:24, Dhanu 12:10, Makara 14:05, Kumbha 15:11, Mina 15:55, Mesha 16:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 14:08) — a good life; Revati (from 14:08) — increase in property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 15:59–17:01: 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
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 14:08
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:25–14:08+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:25–14:08+1 Yoga Harshana 07:25–04:08 (28.10)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:25–15:59+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 14:08–07:27 (28.10)+1 Ravi Yoga 14:08–07:27 (28.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:59–07:27 (28.10) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Rikta tithi 15:59–07:27 (28.10)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 15:25 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sharad Purnima (Kojagari) |
At sunrise 07:27
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 14:11 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 02:42 (29.10) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:25 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:11 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 15:25 | tithi Purnima |
| from 15:25 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:42 (29.10) | yoga Siddhi |
| from 03:17 (29.10) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:27 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:58 |
| End of twilight | 17:37 |
| Moonrise | 15:58 |
| Moonset | 06:12 |
| Day length | 9 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:11 | from 15:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:27–14:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:25–16:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:27–15:25: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Sharad Purnima (Kojagari) · Lakshmi
The full moon when the Moon is “complete with all sixteen kalas”. The day is chosen so that Purnima prevails at midnight (Nishitha): people keep vigil at night and worship Lakshmi (“who is awake?” — Kojagari), set rice kheer out in the moonlight and eat it in the morning as prasad.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:45–00:43 (29.10)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:27–14:11 Ravi Yoga 07:27–14:11 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:27–14:11 Anandadi: Vajra 14:11–07:29 (29.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:25–03:17 (29.10); Bhadra Puchha 23:10–00:22 (29.10); Bhadra Mukha 00:22–02:21 (29.10)
- Roga Panchaka: 04:21 (24.10)–14:11
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:08–20:15
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:31–06:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:48–14:26 |
| Godhuli | 16:58–17:27 |
| Pradosha | 16:58–19:53 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:43 (29.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:46–13:23, 07:19–08:57 (29.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:01–12:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:36–15:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:38–09:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:21–09:59, 12:32–13:10 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
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 15:52–16:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Revati until 14:11, Ashwini from 14:11; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:25, Purnima from 15:25; lagna Tula 07:27, Vrischika 09:20, Dhanu 12:06, Makara 14:01, Kumbha 15:07, Mina 15:52, Mesha 16:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 14:11) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 14:11) — joy; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:27–15:25: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:25–16:58: 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 = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 15:25
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:27–14:11+2 Ravi Yoga 07:27–14:11+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:27–14:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:27–14:11+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Vajra 14:11–07:29 (29.10)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:25–03:17 (29.10)−1 Panchaka 07:27–14:11−2 Rikta tithi 07:27–15:25
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ashwina Purnima |
At sunrise 07:29
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 15:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 14:40 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 01:39 (30.10) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:18 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:40 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 15:18 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 15:18 | karana Balava |
| from 01:39 (30.10) | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 03:26 (30.10) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:29 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:56 |
| End of twilight | 17:35 |
| Moonrise | 16:15 |
| Moonset | 07:34 |
| Day length | 9 h 27 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 15:18 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:40 | from 15:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (14:40–16:56) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Ashwina Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Ashwina — Sharad Purnima (Kojagari), a night of vigil and Lakshmi Puja; Valmiki Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:25 (28.10)–15:18
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–15:18
Anandadi: Saumya 07:29–14:40 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 14:40–07:31 (30.10)
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:54–15:42
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:33–06:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:47–14:25 |
| Godhuli | 16:56–17:25 |
| Pradosha | 16:56–19:51 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (30.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:19–08:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:51–11:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:23–14:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:29–08:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:29–08:07, 08:07–08:44 |
| Varjyam | 10:35–12:13, 00:40–02:20 (30.10) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:29–12:02, 13:57–14:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashwini until 14:40, Bharani from 14:40; tithi Purnima until 15:18, Krishna-pratipat from 15:18; lagna Tula 07:29, Vrischika 09:16, Dhanu 12:02, Makara 13:57, Kumbha 15:03, Mina 15:48, Mesha 16:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 14:40) — joy; Bharani (from 14:40) — 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:
- Purnima 07:29–15:18: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:29–01:39 (30.10)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:29–14:40+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:29–14:400 Auspicious tithi 15:18–07:31 (30.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 14:40–07:31 (30.10)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:40–07:31 (30.10)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:29–15:18
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:31
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 15:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 15:40 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 01:02 (31.10) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 15:42 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:40 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 15:42 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 15:42 | karana Taitila |
| from 01:02 (31.10) | yoga Variyana |
| from 04:08 (31.10) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:54 |
| End of twilight | 17:33 |
| Moonrise | 16:38 |
| Moonset | 08:54 |
| Day length | 9 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 4, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:40 | from 15:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (07:31–15:40) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (15:40–16:54) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 15:42–07:33 (31.10)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:31–15:40 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–15:42
Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:31–15:40 Anandadi: Dhumra 15:40–07:33 (31.10)
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 | 05:34–06:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:46–14:24 |
| Godhuli | 16:54–17:23 |
| Pradosha | 16:54–19:50 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (31.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:40–12:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:44–16:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:12–13:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:33–15:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:39–16:16 |
| Varjyam | 04:27–06:09 (31.10) |
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 15:44–16:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Bharani until 15:40, Krittika from 15:40; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 15:42, Krishna-dvitya from 15:42; lagna Tula 07:31, Vrischika 09:12, Dhanu 11:58, Makara 13:53, Kumbha 14:59, Mina 15:44, Mesha 16:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 15:40) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 15:40) — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 07:31–16:54: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −9
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+1 Auspicious tithi 07:31–15:420 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 15:42–07:33 (31.10)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:31–15:40−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:31–15:40−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–15:42−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:31–15:40−3 Vyatipata 07:31–01:02 (31.10)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Sthira, Yoga Variyana; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Vilamba (No. 32) · Shaka 1820 · Vikram 1955 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:33
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 16:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 17:13 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 00:52 (01.11) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:42 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:42 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 16:42 | karana Vanija |
| from 17:13 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 00:52 (01.11) | yoga Parigha |
| from 05:25 (01.11) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:33 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:52 |
| End of twilight | 17:31 |
| Moonrise | 17:09 |
| Moonset | 10:09 |
| Day length | 9 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (07:33–16:52) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:13–07:35 (01.11)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–16:42
Anandadi: Sthira 07:33–17:13 Anandadi: Vardhamana 17:13–07:35 (01.11)
- Bhadra in heaven: 05:25–18:17 (01.11); Bhadra Puchha 13:48–15:05 (01.11); Bhadra Mukha 15:05–17:13 (01.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:36–06:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:46–14:23 |
| Godhuli | 16:52–17:21 |
| Pradosha | 16:52–19:48 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (01.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:40–16:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:43–09:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:03–12:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:22–14:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:31–13:08, 14:23–15:00 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:33–09:08, 13:49–14:55, 15:40–16:21
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:33–09:08, 13:49–14:55, 15:40–16:21 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:33–09:08, 13:49–14:55, 15:40–16:21 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:33–11:54, 13:49–14:55, 15:40–16:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 16:42, Krishna-tritya from 16:42; lagna Tula 07:33, Vrischika 09:08, Dhanu 11:54, Makara 13:49, Kumbha 14:55, Mina 15:40, Mesha 16:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:33–17:13+1 Yoga Variyana 07:33–00:52 (01.11)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:33–16:420 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–16:42
Patron: Padmanabha; Aditya — Tvashtar. Full moon in nakshatra Ashwini. Ritu: Sharad.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Sadharana (No. 44)
Shaka Samvat 1820 · Vikram Samvat 1955 · Kali Yuga 4999
Next year — Vikari, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 10.04.1899
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: 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: 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
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.
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: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dvitya
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.
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.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
+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.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
Auspicious: 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.
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: 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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-tritya
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.
“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.
“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.
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 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 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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.
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: 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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
“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: 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
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: 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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’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.
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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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.
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
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.
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
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.
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-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.
−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: 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
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
A Sunday when the Moon is in Pushya. Very favourable for purchases, preparing medicines and medical treatment, beginning studies and mantra practice.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: 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
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: 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
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
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: 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
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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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: 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: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
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.
Patron: Padmanabha; Aditya — Tvashtar. Full moon in nakshatra Ashwini. Ritu: Sharad.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: 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
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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable 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: 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: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
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
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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 trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
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
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: 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: 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
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Inauspicious: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
Began on a Sunday: the “illness” Panchaka — people guard their health and do not start medical treatment or journeys.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
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.
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: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
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: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Planting and sowing are allowed.
no pruning or felling
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
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.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
sowing seeds, any undertakings
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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): 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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings