November 2042 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Ashwina (until 12.11), Kartika (from 13.11). Periods: until 23.11 — Chaturmasya; 9–14.11 — Diwali — five days. Major festivals: 9.11 Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti); 11.11 Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali); 12.11 Diwali, Lakshmi Puja; 13.11 Govardhan Puja, Annakut; 14.11 Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya); 18.11 Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya; 23.11 Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini); 26.11 Dev Deepavali (Tripurari Purnima).
Icons this month (27)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 4.11 Tue — Yoga Shubha, Pushya, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 7.11 Fri — Yoga Indra, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Siddhi after 10:30
Purva-Phalguni (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes. - 14.11 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 19.11 Wed — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 25.11 Tue — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Amrita until 13:25
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 4.11 Tue Ahoi Ashtami
- 4.11 Tue Kalashtami
- 8.11 Sat Rama Ekadashi
- 8.11 Sat Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras)
- 9.11 Sun Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti)
- 9.11 Sun Pradosha Vrat
- 10.11 Mon Masik Shivaratri
- 10.11 Mon Kali Chaudas
- 11.11 Tue Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
- 11.11 Tue Kali Puja
- 12.11 Wed Diwali, Lakshmi Puja
- 12.11 Wed Ashwina Amavasya
- 13.11 Thu Govardhan Puja, Annakut
- 14.11 Fri Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya)
- 15.11 Sat Chandra Darshan
- 16.11 Sun Vrischika Sankranti
- 16.11 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 16.11 Sun Chhath: Nahay Khay
- 17.11 Mon Chhath: Kharna
- 18.11 Tue Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya
- 18.11 Tue Skanda Shashti (Soorasamharam)
- 19.11 Wed Chhath: Usha Arghya
- 20.11 Thu Masik Durgashtami
- 20.11 Thu Gopashtami
- 21.11 Fri Akshaya Navami (Amla Navami)
- 22.11 Sat Kansa Vadh
- 23.11 Sun Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini)
- 24.11 Mon Tulasi Vivah
- 24.11 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 25.11 Tue Vaikuntha Chaturdashi
- 26.11 Wed Dev Deepavali (Tripurari Purnima)
- 26.11 Wed Purnima Vrat
- 26.11 Wed Karthigai Deepam
- 27.11 Thu Kartika Purnima
- 30.11 Sun Sankashti Chaturthi (Ganadhipa)
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.11 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 06:56–07:39 (03.11)
- 3.11 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:51–07:41 (04.11)
- 4.11 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:31–07:44 (05.11)
- 8.11 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 12:55–01:46 (09.11)
- 9.11 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:52–04:56 (10.11)
- 9.11 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–04:56 (10.11)
- 13.11 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:54–08:02 (14.11)
- 14.11 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:02–16:23
- 16.11 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:06–20:14
- 23.11 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:20–18:14
- 25.11 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:24–13:25
- 25.11 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–13:25
- 26.11 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:43–08:28 (27.11)
- 30.11 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 01:01–08:34 (01.12)
- 30.11 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:01–08:34 (01.12)
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
- 2.11 Sun — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 3.11 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Dhumra
- 5.11 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Tryahasparsha (unfavourable day)
- 8.11 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Utpata (unfavourable day)
- 10.11 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Anandadi: Mudgara
- 11.11 Tue — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Dhwanksha
- 12.11 Wed — Amavasya, Anandadi: Dhumra
- 16.11 Sun — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 20.11 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 23.11 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka
- 24.11 Mon — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
- 27.11 Thu — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Utpata
Sky this month
- 12.11 New moon (Amavasya) 23:28
- 16.11 Vrischika Sankr. 19:43 — the Sun enters Vrischika (Scorpio)
- 27.11 Full moon (Purnima) 09:06
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 23.11 Chaturmasya
- 9–14.11 Diwali — five days
- 20.11 10:32 – 24.11 15:58 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Dundubhi (No. 56, “kettledrums”) — A year of kettledrums: rich harvests, festivities and good repute. more
Northern samvatsara: Yuva. Shaka Samvat 1964, Vikram Samvat 2099, Kali Yuga 5143.
Ashwina (Isha) — The month of the Goddess: Sharad Navaratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Sharad Purnima; at its end — Diwali. more
Kartika (Urja) — The holiest month for Vishnu: oil lamps (deepas), Govardhan Puja, Devutthana Ekadashi (end of Chaturmasya), Kartika Purnima. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:35
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 09:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 16:56 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 01:13 (02.11) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:56 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:56 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 09:56 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:56 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 20:53 | karana Taitila |
| from 01:13 (02.11) | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:35 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:49 |
| End of twilight | 17:29 |
| Moonrise | 18:25 |
| Moonset | 13:09 |
| Day length | 9 h 14 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 09:56 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (07:35–16:49) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:35–09:56
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:56–07:37 (02.11)
Anandadi: Vajra 07:35–16:56 Anandadi: Mudgara 16:56–07:37 (02.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:37–06:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:45–14:22 |
| Godhuli | 16:49–17:19 |
| Pradosha | 16:49–19:47 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (02.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:44–10:14, 06:23–07:56 (02.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:54–11:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:22–14:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:35–08:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:35–08:12, 08:12–08:49 |
| Varjyam | 01:00–02:33 (02.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:56–16:49
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:56–16:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:56–16:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 09:56, Krishna-panchami from 09:56; lagna Tula 07:35, Vrischika 09:15, Dhanu 11:59, Makara 13:50, Kumbha 14:54, Mina 15:38, Mesha 16:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:35–09:56: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:35–09:56+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:35–16:56+1 Yoga Shiva 07:35–01:13 (02.11)+1 Auspicious tithi 09:56–07:37 (02.11)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:35–16:56−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:56–07:37 (02.11)−2 Rikta tithi 07:35–09:56
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:37
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 08:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 16:00 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 22:57 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:02 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:02 | tithi Krishna-shashti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 08:02 | karana Gara |
| from 16:00 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 19:23 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:57 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 06:56 (03.11) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 06:56 (03.11) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:37 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:47 |
| End of twilight | 17:27 |
| Moonrise | 19:36 |
| Moonset | 14:06 |
| Day length | 9 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:02 | from 16:00 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (16:00–16:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 16:00–07:39 (03.11) Tripushkar Yoga 06:56–07:39 (03.11)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:02–06:56 (03.11) Samvartaka Yoga 06:56–07:39 (03.11)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 16:00–07:39 (03.11) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:37–16:00
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:56–09:49 (03.11)
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:40–08:25
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 | 05:39–06:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:44–14:21 |
| Godhuli | 16:47–17:17 |
| Pradosha | 16:47–19:46 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:43 (03.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:23–07:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:39–16:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:12–13:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:30–15:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:34–16:11 |
| Varjyam | 03:55–05:31 (03.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:37–08:02, 16:00–16:15
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:37–08:02, 16:00–16:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:37–08:02, 16:00–16:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:37–11:55, 13:46–14:50, 15:34–16:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ardra until 16:00, Punarvasu from 16:00; tithi Krishna-panchami until 08:02, Krishna-shashti from 08:02; lagna Tula 07:37, Vrischika 09:11, Dhanu 11:55, Makara 13:46, Kumbha 14:50, Mina 15:34, Mesha 16:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 16:00) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 16:00) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); 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 = −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
+2 Yoga Siddha 07:37–22:57+1 Auspicious tithi 07:37–08:020 Ravi Yoga 16:00–07:39 (03.11)0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 16:00–07:39 (03.11)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:00–07:39 (03.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 06:56–07:39 (03.11)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:37–16:00−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:37–16:00−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:02–06:56 (03.11)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Dhumra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:39
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 06:40 (04.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 15:51 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 21:19 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:42 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:51 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 18:42 | karana Bava |
| from 21:19 | yoga Shubha |
| from 06:40 (04.11) | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 06:40 (04.11) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:39 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:45 |
| End of twilight | 17:25 |
| Moonrise | 21:01 |
| Moonset | 14:39 |
| Day length | 9 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:51 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (07:39–15:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (15:51–16:45) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:39–16:45: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:39–15:51 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:51–07:41 (04.11)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:39–06:40 (04.11)
Anandadi: Prajapati 15:51–07:41 (04.11) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:39–15:51
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:56–09:49
- Bhadra on earth: 09:49–18:42; Bhadra Puchha 11:41–12:52; Bhadra Mukha 12:52–14:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:40–06:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:43–14:20 |
| Godhuli | 16:45–17:15 |
| Pradosha | 16:45–19:44 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:43 (04.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:28–15:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:48–09:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:04–12:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:20–14:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:30–13:07, 14:20–14:56 |
| Varjyam | 00:04–01:43 (04.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:39–09:08
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:39–09:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:39–09:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:39–11:51, 13:42–14:46, 15:30–16:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 15:51, Pushya from 15:51; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Tula 07:39, Vrischika 09:08, Dhanu 11:51, Makara 13:42, Kumbha 14:46, Mina 15:30, Mesha 16:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 15:51) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 15:51) — increase in wealth; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 09:49–16:45: 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 = +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 07:39–15:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:39–15:51+1 Yoga Sadhya 07:39–21:19+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:51–07:41 (04.11)0 Anandadi: Prajapati 15:51–07:41 (04.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:39–06:40 (04.11) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:39–15:51−3 Bhadra on earth 09:49–18:42
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Shubha, Pushya |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ahoi Ashtami · Kalashtami |
At sunrise 07:41
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:14 (05.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 16:31 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 20:21 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 18:51 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:31 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 18:51 | karana Kaulava |
| from 20:21 | yoga Shukla |
| from 07:14 (05.11) | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 07:14 (05.11) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:41 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:43 |
| End of twilight | 17:23 |
| Moonrise | 22:29 |
| Moonset | 14:58 |
| Day length | 9 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:41–16:31) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Ahoi Ashtami · Ahoi Mata
Mothers fast for the well-being of their children and break the fast in the evening on seeing the stars (some on seeing the Moon); Ahoi Mata is worshipped.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:43–19:43
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 16:43–19:43
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:41–07:14 (05.11) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:31–07:44 (05.11)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:41–16:31 Anandadi: Ananda 16:31–07:44 (05.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:42–06:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:54–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:43–14:19 |
| Godhuli | 16:43–17:13 |
| Pradosha | 16:43–19:43 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:43 (05.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:57–11:35 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:28–15:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:57–11:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:12–13:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:30–10:06, 22:43–23:43 |
| Varjyam | 06:06–07:48 (05.11) |
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 07:41–11:47, 13:38–14:42, 15:26–16:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Pushya until 16:31, Ashlesha from 16:31; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Tula 07:41, Vrischika 09:04, Dhanu 11:47, Makara 13:38, Kumbha 14:42, Mina 15:26, Mesha 16:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 16:31) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 16:31) — physical affliction (suffering); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:41–16:43: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Yoga Shubha 07:41–20:21+2 Pushya 07:41–16:31+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:41–07:14 (05.11)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:41–16:310 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:31–07:44 (05.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:31–07:44 (05.11)−1 Ashtami 07:41–07:14 (05.11)−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 | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:44
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 08:33 (06.11) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 17:59 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 20:00 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 19:48 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:59 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 19:48 | karana Gara |
| from 20:00 | yoga Brahma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:44 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:41 |
| End of twilight | 17:21 |
| Moonrise | 23:53 |
| Moonset | 15:09 |
| Day length | 8 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 6, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga all day
Anandadi: Chara 17:59–07:46 (06.11) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:44–17:59
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:33–00:27 (06.11)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:44–06:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:42–14:18 |
| Godhuli | 16:41–17:11 |
| Pradosha | 16:41–19:42 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:44 (06.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:17–17:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:12–13:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:51–09:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:05–12:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:54–12:30 |
| Varjyam | 06:06–07:48, 07:03–08:47 (06.11) |
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 07:44–11:43, 13:35–14:39, 15:22–16:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Tula 07:44, Vrischika 09:00, Dhanu 11:43, Makara 13:35, Kumbha 14:39, Mina 15:22, Mesha 16:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 07:44–16:41: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+1 Yoga Shukla 07:44–20:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:44–17:59−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:44–17:59−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Krakacha Yoga all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:46
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 08:33 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 20:06 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 20:11 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:33 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:33 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 08:33 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:06 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 20:11 | yoga Indra |
| from 21:28 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:46 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:39 |
| End of twilight | 17:19 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 15:17 |
| Day length | 8 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 1, bad — 12
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:46–16:39) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:33–07:48 (07.11)
Hutashana Yoga 07:46–08:33 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:46–08:33
Anandadi: Musala 07:46–20:06 Anandadi: Gada 20:06–07:48 (07.11)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:28–10:30 (07.11); Bhadra Puchha 23:29–00:47 (07.11); Bhadra Mukha 00:47–02:56 (07.11)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:45–06:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:41–14:17 |
| Godhuli | 16:39–17:09 |
| Pradosha | 16:39–19:41 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:44 (07.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:30–19:14 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:19–14:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:46–08:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:59–11:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:43–11:19, 14:17–14:52 |
| Varjyam | 07:03–08:47, 05:00–06:46 (07.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:33–08:56, 13:31–14:35, 15:18–15:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:33–08:56, 13:31–14:35, 15:18–15:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:33–08:56, 13:31–14:35, 15:18–15:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-navami until 08:33, Krishna-dashami from 08:33; lagna Tula 07:46, Vrischika 08:56, Dhanu 11:39, Makara 13:31, Kumbha 14:35, Mina 15:18, Mesha 15:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 07:46–08:33: 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 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
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 07:46–20:11+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:33–07:48 (07.11)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 07:46–08:330 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:46–08:33−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:46–20:06−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:46–20:06−2 Rikta tithi 07:46–08:33
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Indra, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 10:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 07:48
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 10:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 22:46 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 20:46 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:30 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:30 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 10:30 | karana Bava |
| from 20:46 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 22:46 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 23:40 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:48 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:37 |
| End of twilight | 17:17 |
| Moonrise | 01:13 |
| Moonset | 15:23 |
| Day length | 8 h 49 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 10:30 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:48–16:37) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:48–10:30: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:48–22:46 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:30–07:50 (08.11)
Hutashana Yoga 07:48–10:30
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:48–22:46 Anandadi: Shubha 22:46–07:50 (08.11)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:28 (06.11)–10:30; Bhadra Puchha 23:29 (06.11)–00:47; Bhadra Mukha 00:47–02:56
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:04–10:57
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:47–06:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:41–14:16 |
| Godhuli | 16:37–17:07 |
| Pradosha | 16:37–19:40 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:44 (08.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:40–17:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:06–12:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:25–15:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:54–10:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:34–10:09, 12:30–13:05 |
| Varjyam | 06:52–08:40 (08.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:27–14:31, 15:14–15:56
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 13:27–14:31, 15:14–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 13:27–14:31, 15:14–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dashami until 10:30, Krishna-ekadashi from 10:30; lagna Tula 07:48, Vrischika 08:52, Dhanu 11:35, Makara 13:27, Kumbha 14:31, Mina 15:14, Mesha 15:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 07:48–10:30: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 10:30
+2 Yoga Indra 07:48–20:46+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:30–07:50 (08.11)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:48–22:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:48–22:460 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 07:48–10:30 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Bhadra on earth 07:48–10:30−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:48–22:46
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Rama Ekadashi · Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras) |
At sunrise 07:50
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 12:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 01:46 (09.11) more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 21:39 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:55 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:55 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 12:55 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:39 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 01:46 (09.11) | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 02:14 (09.11) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:50 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:35 |
| End of twilight | 17:16 |
| Moonrise | 02:30 |
| Moonset | 15:28 |
| Day length | 8 h 45 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:50–16:35) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Rama Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Ashwina (Kartika in North India), a few days before Diwali. Named after Lakshmi (Rama); the fast removes sins and brings prosperity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:30 (07.11)–12:55
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:52–09:36 (09.11)
Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras) · Nandini the cow
Worship of cows and calves on the eve of Dhanvantari Jayanti: in the evening a cow with her calf is decorated and fed, and on this day milk products and wheat are not eaten. In Maharashtra it opens the festive week of Diwali.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:35–19:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 12:55–01:46 (09.11)
Hutashana Yoga 07:50–12:55 Yamaghanta 01:46–07:52 (09.11)
Anandadi: Utpata 07:50–01:46 (09.11) Anandadi: Mrityu 01:46–07:52 (09.11)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:48–06:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:40–14:15 |
| Godhuli | 16:35–17:06 |
| Pradosha | 16:35–19:38 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:44 (09.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:40–19:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:01–11:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:18–14:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:50–08:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:50–08:25, 08:25–09:00 |
| Varjyam | 06:52–08:40 |
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 07:50–12:55, 13:23–14:27, 15:10–15:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 12:55, Krishna-dvadashi from 12:55; lagna Tula 07:50, Vrischika 08:48, Dhanu 11:31, Makara 13:23, Kumbha 14:27, Mina 15:10, Mesha 15:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 07:50–16:35: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −8
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: Vaidhriti
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:50–01:46 (09.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 12:55–01:46 (09.11)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 12:55–07:52 (09.11)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Hutashana Yoga 07:50–12:55−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:50–01:46 (09.11)−3 Vaidhriti 07:50–21:39
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 1 |
| Festivals | Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti) · Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 07:52
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 15:35 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 04:56 (10.11) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 22:40 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:35 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:35 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 15:35 | karana Gara |
| from 22:40 | yoga Priti |
| from 04:56 (10.11) | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 04:57 (10.11) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:52 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:33 |
| End of twilight | 17:14 |
| Moonrise | 03:45 |
| Moonset | 15:33 |
| Day length | 8 h 41 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 15:35 |
|---|
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 (07:52–16:33) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti) · Dhanvantari
The first day of Diwali: the appearance of Dhanvantari with the pot of amrita from the churned ocean. People buy gold and new utensils, and in the evening a lamp for Yama (Yama Deepam) is lit at the entrance to ward off untimely death.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:33–19:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
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, 16:33–19:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 1
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:52–04:56 (10.11) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–04:56 (10.11)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:52–15:35 Hutashana Yoga 07:52–15:35 Krakacha Yoga 07:52–15:35 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:56–07:54 (10.11)
Anandadi: Manasa 07:52–04:56 (10.11) Anandadi: Padma 04:56–07:54 (10.11)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:50–06:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:39–14:14 |
| Godhuli | 16:33–17:04 |
| Pradosha | 16:33–19:37 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:44 (10.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:09–23:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:28–16:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:13–13:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:23–15:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:24–15:58 |
| Varjyam | 11:17–13:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:52–08:44, 13:19–14:23, 15:07–15:48
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 | average 07:52–08:44, 13:19–14:23, 15:07–15:48 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:52–08:44, 13:19–14:23, 15:07–15:48 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:52–11:27, 13:19–14:23, 15:07–15:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 15:35, Krishna-trayodashi from 15:35; lagna Tula 07:52, Vrischika 08:44, Dhanu 11:27, Makara 13:19, Kumbha 14:23, Mina 15:07, Mesha 15:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:52–04:56 (10.11)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:52–04:56 (10.11)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:52–04:56 (10.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:52–15:35 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 07:52–15:35 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:52–15:35−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:52–15:35
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 2 |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri · Kali Chaudas |
At sunrise 07:54
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 08:06 (11.11) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 23:42 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 18:20 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:20 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 18:20 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:42 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 07:41 (11.11) | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:54 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:31 |
| End of twilight | 17:12 |
| Moonrise | 05:00 |
| Moonset | 15:38 |
| Day length | 8 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (07:54–16:31) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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, 23:43–00:45 (11.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Kali Chaudas · Kali
The night of the fourteenth tithi before Diwali (Gujarat, Maharashtra): at midnight people worship Kali and Hanuman to be rid of evil influences; lamps are lit.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:43–00:45 (11.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 2
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:54–18:20 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day
Anandadi: Mudgara all day
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:20–07:41 (11.11); Bhadra Mukha 18:20–20:33; Bhadra Puchha 06:20–07:40 (11.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:51–06:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:39–14:13 |
| Godhuli | 16:31–17:02 |
| Pradosha | 16:31–19:36 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:45 (11.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:51–02:40 (11.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:59–10:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:08–12:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:17–14:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:30–13:04, 14:13–14:48 |
| Varjyam | 14:00–15:48 |
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 07:54–11:24, 13:15–14:19, 15:03–15:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Tula 07:54, Vrischika 08:40, Dhanu 11:24, Makara 13:15, Kumbha 14:19, Mina 15:03, Mesha 15:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Priti 07:54–23:42+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:54–18:20−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 2 |
| Festivals | Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) · Kali Puja |
At sunrise 07:56
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 21:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 08:06 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 00:40 (12.11) more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 21:00 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:06 | nakshatra Swati |
|---|---|
| from 21:00 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 21:00 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 00:40 (12.11) | yoga Saubhagya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:56 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:29 |
| End of twilight | 17:11 |
| Moonrise | 06:16 |
| Moonset | 15:44 |
| Day length | 8 h 33 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 08:06 |
|---|
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 (07:56–08:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (08:06–16:29) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shakuni 07:56–16:29: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:56–16:29: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) · Krishna
The victory of Krishna and Satyabhama over the demon Narakasura. Before sunrise, while the Moon is still shining, Abhyanga Snana is performed — a bath with oil and a healing paste.
Rule: Arunodaya: before sunrise, 06:16–07:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Abhyanga Snana: from moonrise to sunrise: 06:16–07:56
Kali Puja · Kali
Midnight worship of the goddess Kali on the night of Diwali (Bengal, Assam, Odisha): oil lamps, hibiscus flowers and mantras until dawn.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:43–00:45 (12.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 2
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:06–07:58 (12.11) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:56–08:06
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:53–06:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:38–14:13 |
| Godhuli | 16:29–17:00 |
| Pradosha | 16:29–19:35 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:45 (12.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:13–03:01 (12.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:21–15:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:04–11:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:13–13:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:39–10:13, 22:41–23:43 |
| Varjyam | 14:24–16:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:56–11:20, 13:11–14:15, 14:59–15:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra until 08:06, Swati from 08:06; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Tula 07:56, Vrischika 08:36, Dhanu 11:20, Makara 13:11, Kumbha 14:15, Mina 14:59, Mesha 15:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 08:06) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 08:06) — relief from all suffering; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:56–16:29: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:06–07:58 (12.11)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:56–08:06+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:56–00:40 (12.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:56–08:06−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:56–21:00
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Anandadi: Dhumra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · Kartika (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 3 |
| Festivals | Diwali, Lakshmi Puja · Ashwina Amavasya |
At sunrise 07:58
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 23:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 11:07 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 01:28 (13.11) more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:16 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:16 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 11:07 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 23:28 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 23:28 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 01:28 (13.11) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:58 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:28 |
| End of twilight | 17:09 |
| Moonrise | 07:34 |
| Moonset | 15:52 |
| Day length | 8 h 29 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 23:28 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:58–11:07) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (11:07–16:28) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Chatushpada 07:58–10:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 10:16–16:28: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Diwali, Lakshmi Puja · Lakshmi
The festival of lights, the main day of the five-day Diwali: in the evening, at Pradosha, Lakshmi and Ganesha are worshipped and rows of diyas are lit. It marks Rama’s return to Ayodhya; for merchants the new year and new account books begin on this day.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:28–19:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ashwina Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Ashwina (Kartika in North India) — the night of Diwali: Lakshmi Puja and Kali Puja.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:00 (11.11)–23:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 3
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 23:28–08:00 (13.11)
Anandadi: Prajapati 11:07–08:00 (13.11) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:58–11:07
- Gandanta (tithi): 23:02–23:54
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:54–06:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:38–14:12 |
| Godhuli | 16:28–16:59 |
| Pradosha | 16:28–19:34 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:45 (13.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:05–05:52 (13.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:13–13:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:02–10:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:09–12:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:56–12:30 |
| Varjyam | 17:22–19:09 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:58–11:16, 13:07–14:11, 14:55–15:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati until 11:07, Vishakha from 11:07; tithi Amavasya; lagna Tula 07:58, Vrischika 08:32, Dhanu 11:16, Makara 13:07, Kumbha 14:11, Mina 14:55, Mesha 15:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 11:07) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 11:07) — loss of money; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 07:58–16:28: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 11:07–08:00 (13.11)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:58–11:07+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:58–01:28 (13.11)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:58–11:07−3 Amavasya 07:58–23:28
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 — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Anandadi: Vardhamana |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 4 |
| Festivals | Govardhan Puja, Annakut |
At sunrise 08:00
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 01:39 (14.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 13:54 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 02:03 (14.11) more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 12:36 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:36 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 13:54 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 01:39 (14.11) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 01:39 (14.11) | karana Balava |
| from 02:03 (14.11) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:00 |
| Noon | 12:13 |
| Sunset | 16:26 |
| End of twilight | 17:07 |
| Moonrise | 08:56 |
| Moonset | 16:04 |
| Day length | 8 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:00–13:54) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (13:54–16:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Kimstughna 08:00–12:36: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Govardhan Puja, Annakut · Krishna
The fourth day of Diwali: Krishna lifted Govardhan Hill, sheltering the cowherds from Indra’s downpour. A “mountain” of food, the Annakut, is heaped up and offered to Krishna; in Maharashtra and South India it is Bali Pratipada, the day of King Bali.
Rule: Pratah Kala: morning, the first fifth of the daytime, 08:00–09:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 4
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:54–08:02 (14.11)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 01:39–08:02 (14.11)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:00–13:54 Anandadi: Ananda 13:54–08:02 (14.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:56–06:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:37–14:11 |
| Godhuli | 16:26–16:57 |
| Pradosha | 16:26–19:33 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:45 (14.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:55–06:41 (14.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:16–14:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:00–09:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:07–11:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:49–11:22, 14:11–14:45 |
| Varjyam | 18:19–20:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:00–08:28, 13:03–14:07, 14:51–15:32
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:00–08:28, 13:03–14:07, 14:51–15:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:00–08:28, 13:03–14:07, 14:51–15:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:00–11:12, 13:03–16:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Vishakha until 13:54, Anuradha from 13:54; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Tula 08:00, Vrischika 08:28, Dhanu 11:12, Makara 13:03, Kumbha 14:07, Mina 14:51, Mesha 15:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 13:54) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 13:54) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Thursday — success.
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.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:00–13:54+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:00–02:03 (14.11)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:54–08:02 (14.11)0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:54–08:02 (14.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya · Diwali — five days, day 5 |
| Festivals | Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya) |
At sunrise 08:02
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 03:30 (15.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 16:23 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 02:22 (15.11) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:37 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:37 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 16:23 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:22 (15.11) | yoga Sukarma |
| from 03:30 (15.11) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 03:30 (15.11) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:02 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 16:24 |
| End of twilight | 17:06 |
| Moonrise | 10:17 |
| Moonset | 16:23 |
| Day length | 8 h 21 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 16:23 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (08:02–16:23) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (16:23–16:24) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya) · Yama and Yamuna
The fifth and last day of Diwali: according to legend, Yama visited his sister Yamuna. Sisters apply a tilak to their brothers and pray for their long life, and brothers give their sisters gifts.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:03–14:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
- Diwali — five days, day 5
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:02–16:23
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:02–16:23 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:02–03:30 (15.11) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:23–08:04 (15.11)
Anandadi: Chara 16:23–08:04 (15.11) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:02–16:23
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:57–07:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:37–14:10 |
| Godhuli | 16:24–16:55 |
| Pradosha | 16:24–19:32 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:46 (15.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:10–12:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:19–15:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:05–10:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:43–10:16, 12:30–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 22:29–00:13 (15.11) |
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 08:02–08:24, 12:59–14:03, 14:47–15:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:02–11:08, 12:59–14:03, 14:47–15:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha until 16:23, Jyestha from 16:23; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Tula 08:02, Vrischika 08:24, Dhanu 11:08, Makara 12:59, Kumbha 14:03, Mina 14:47, Mesha 15:28, Vrishabha 16:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 16:23) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 16:23) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:02–16:23+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:02–16:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:02–03:30 (15.11)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:02–16:23 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:23–08:04 (15.11)0 Anandadi: Chara 16:23–08:04 (15.11)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:02–03:30 (15.11) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:23–08:04 (15.11)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:02–16:23
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 Sukarma, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 08:04
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 04:56 (16.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 18:31 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 02:23 (16.11) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 16:16 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:16 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:31 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 02:23 (16.11) | yoga Dhriti |
| from 04:56 (16.11) | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 04:56 (16.11) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:04 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 16:22 |
| End of twilight | 17:04 |
| Moonrise | 11:33 |
| Moonset | 16:54 |
| Day length | 8 h 17 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 |
|---|
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 (08:04–16:22) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 16:22–16:54
on the first evenings the crescent sets almost together with the Sun (northern latitudes) — the day is chosen by the Yallop crescent visibility criterion
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 16:22–16:54
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 18:31–08:06 (16.11) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–08:06 (16.11)
Anandadi: Musala 08:04–18:31 Anandadi: Gada 18:31–08:06 (16.11)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:01–00:59 (16.11)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:59–07:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:10 |
| Godhuli | 16:22–16:54 |
| Pradosha | 16:22–19:31 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:46 (16.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:56–10:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:09–11:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:16–14:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:04–09:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:04–08:38, 08:38–09:11 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:04–08:20, 12:55–13:59, 14:43–15:24
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 08:04–08:20, 12:55–13:59, 14:43–15:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:04–08:20, 12:55–13:59, 14:43–15:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:04–11:04, 12:55–13:59, 14:43–15:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Tula 08:04, Vrischika 08:20, Dhanu 11:04, Makara 12:55, Kumbha 13:59, Mina 14:43, Mesha 15:24, Vrishabha 16:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:04–02:23 (16.11)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:04–04:56 (16.11)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Musala 08:04–18:31−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:04–18:31
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vrischika Sankranti · Vinayaka Chaturthi · Chhath: Nahay Khay |
At sunrise 08:06
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 05:57 (17.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 20:14 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 02:05 (17.11) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 17:30 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Tula (Libra), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:30 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 20:14 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 02:05 (17.11) | yoga Shula |
| from 05:57 (17.11) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 05:57 (17.11) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:06 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 16:21 |
| End of twilight | 17:03 |
| Moonrise | 12:36 |
| Moonset | 17:44 |
| Day length | 8 h 14 min |
Sky
| Vrischika Sankr. | 19:43 — the Sun enters Vrischika (Scorpio) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:06–16:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Vrischika Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Scorpio. Punya Kala (the time for holy bath, charity and tarpana) — before the moment of entry.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 13:19–16:21
on the day the Sun enters the sign
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), 11:24–13:03
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chhath: Nahay Khay · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The first day of Chhath: a bath in the river and a single pure vegetarian meal — the start of the fast.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:06–20:14 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:06–20:14 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:06–20:14
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:06–05:57 (17.11)
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:06–20:14 Anandadi: Shubha 20:14–08:08 (17.11)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:30–05:57 (17.11); Bhadra Mukha 17:27–19:32; Bhadra Puchha 04:42–05:57 (17.11)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:01–07:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:09 |
| Godhuli | 16:21–16:52 |
| Pradosha | 16:21–19:30 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:46 (17.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:23–15:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:19–16:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:14–13:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:17–15:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:15–15:48 |
| Varjyam | 18:31–20:14, 06:21–08:02 (17.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Tula 08:06, Vrischika 08:16, Dhanu 11:00, Makara 12:51, Kumbha 13:55, Mina 14:39, Mesha 15:20, Vrishabha 16:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 08:06–16:21: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 19:43 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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: Sankranti day
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:06–20:14+2 Ravi Yoga 08:06–20:14+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:06–20:14+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:06–02:05 (17.11)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:06–20:140 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:06–05:57 (17.11) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:06–20:14−2 Rikta tithi 08:06–05:57 (17.11)
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: Auspicious weekday, Auspicious tithi; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chhath: Kharna |
At sunrise 08:08
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 06:30 (18.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 21:31 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 01:26 (18.11) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 18:17 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:17 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 21:31 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 01:26 (18.11) | yoga Ganda |
| from 06:30 (18.11) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 06:30 (18.11) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:08 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 16:19 |
| End of twilight | 17:01 |
| Moonrise | 13:19 |
| Moonset | 18:54 |
| Day length | 8 h 10 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 |
|---|
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 (08:08–16:19) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Chhath: Kharna · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The second day of Chhath: a fast all day, and in the evening rice kheer with jaggery; then a strict waterless fast begins (about 36 hours) — until Usha Arghya at dawn on the fourth day.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 21:31–08:10 (18.11)
Hutashana Yoga 06:30–08:10 (18.11) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:30–08:10 (18.11)
Anandadi: Utpata 08:08–21:31 Anandadi: Mrityu 21:31–08:10 (18.11)
- Gandanta (tithi): 06:05–06:54 (18.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:02–07:05 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:08 |
| Godhuli | 16:19–16:51 |
| Pradosha | 16:19–19:29 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:46 (18.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:28–18:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:10–10:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:12–12:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:15–14:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:30–13:03, 14:08–14:41 |
| Varjyam | 05:47–07:26 (18.11) |
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 08:08–10:56, 12:47–13:51, 14:35–15:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Tula 08:08, Vrischika 08:13, Dhanu 10:56, Makara 12:47, Kumbha 13:51, Mina 14:35, Mesha 15:16, Vrishabha 16:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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 weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:08–06:30 (18.11)0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:08–21:31−3 Anandadi: Utpata 08:08–21:31
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya · Skanda Shashti (Soorasamharam) |
At sunrise 08:10
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:31 (19.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 22:19 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 00:23 (19.11) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 18:34 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:34 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 22:19 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 00:23 (19.11) | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 06:31 (19.11) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 06:31 (19.11) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:10 |
| Noon | 12:14 |
| Sunset | 16:17 |
| End of twilight | 17:00 |
| Moonrise | 13:47 |
| Moonset | 20:19 |
| Day length | 8 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:10–16:17) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Chhath Puja: Sandhya Arghya · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The main day of Chhath (Bihar, East India): fasting devotees stand in water and make offerings to the setting Sun. Surya and Chhathi Maiya are prayed to for health, children and prosperity.
Rule: at sunset, 16:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Skanda Shashti (Soorasamharam) · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The principal Skanda Shashti of the year — the victory of Murugan over the asura Surapadman. In South India it concludes a six-day fast; Murugan temples re-enact the battle.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:30–06:31 (19.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:10–22:19
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:10–22:19 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–06:31 (19.11) Hutashana Yoga 06:31–08:12 (19.11) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:31–08:12 (19.11)
Anandadi: Manasa 08:10–16:10 Anandadi: Padma 16:10–23:57 Anandadi: Lumbaka 23:57–08:12 (19.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:04–07:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:08 |
| Godhuli | 16:17–16:49 |
| Pradosha | 16:17–19:28 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:47 (19.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:42–17:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:16–15:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:12–11:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:14–13:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:48–10:20, 22:39–23:43 |
| Varjyam | 02:22–03:59 (19.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:43–13:47, 14:31–15:12
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 12:43–13:47, 14:31–15:12 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:43–13:47, 14:31–15:12 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:10–10:52, 12:43–13:47, 14:31–15:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Vrischika 08:10, Dhanu 10:52, Makara 12:43, Kumbha 13:47, Mina 14:31, Mesha 15:12, Vrishabha 16:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:10–22:19+1 Anandadi: Manasa 08:10–16:10+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:10–22:190 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:10–22:19 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–06:31 (19.11) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chhath: Usha Arghya |
At sunrise 08:12
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 05:59 (20.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 22:36 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 22:54 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:19 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:19 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 22:36 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 22:54 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 05:59 (20.11) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 05:59 (20.11) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:12 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 16:16 |
| End of twilight | 16:59 |
| Moonrise | 14:04 |
| Moonset | 21:49 |
| Day length | 8 h 03 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 |
|---|
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 (08:12–16:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Chhath: Usha Arghya · Surya and Chhathi Maiya
The end of Chhath: at dawn offerings are made to the rising Sun and the fast is broken.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival, 08:12
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:12–05:59 (20.11)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 22:36–08:14 (20.11) Hutashana Yoga 05:59–08:14 (20.11) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:59–08:14 (20.11)
Anandadi: Chhatra 08:12–22:36 Anandadi: Mitra 22:36–08:14 (20.11)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:59–10:32 (20.11); Bhadra Puchha 07:43–08:51 (20.11); Bhadra Mukha 08:51–10:46 (20.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:05–07:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:07 |
| Godhuli | 16:16–16:48 |
| Pradosha | 16:16–19:28 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:47 (20.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:04–13:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:14–13:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:13–10:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:14–12:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:58–12:30 |
| Varjyam | 02:33–04:08 (20.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:39–13:43, 14:27–15:08
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 12:39–13:43, 14:27–15:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 12:39–13:43, 14:27–15:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:12–10:48, 12:39–13:43, 14:27–15:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Vrischika 08:12, Dhanu 10:48, Makara 12:39, Kumbha 13:43, Mina 14:27, Mesha 15:08, Vrishabha 16:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:12–05:59 (20.11)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:12–22:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:12–22:36+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:12–22:54+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:12–05:59 (20.11)0 Chaturmasya
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami · Gopashtami |
At sunrise 08:14
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 04:54 (21.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 22:19 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 20:59 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:31 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:31 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 20:59 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 22:19 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 04:54 (21.11) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 04:54 (21.11) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:14 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 16:14 |
| End of twilight | 16:57 |
| Moonrise | 14:15 |
| Moonset | 23:20 |
| Day length | 8 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 7, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:14–16:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:59–04:54 (21.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Gopashtami · Krishna Gopala
The day when Krishna first went out to herd cows. Cows are bathed, decorated and fed; Krishna Gopala is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:59–04:54 (21.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 08:14–04:54 (21.11) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:14–04:54 (21.11) Hutashana Yoga 04:54–08:16 (21.11) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–08:16 (21.11)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:14–22:19 Anandadi: Vajra 22:19–08:16 (21.11)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:59–10:32; Bhadra Puchha 07:43–08:51; Bhadra Mukha 08:51–10:46
- Bhadra on earth: 10:32–17:31; Bhadra Mukha 08:51–10:46
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 10:32–15:58 (24.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:07–07:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:30 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:06 |
| Godhuli | 16:14–16:47 |
| Pradosha | 16:14–19:27 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:47 (21.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:02–13:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:14–14:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:14–09:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:14–11:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:54–11:26, 14:06–14:38 |
| Varjyam | 05:16–06:49 (21.11) |
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 08:14–10:44, 12:36–13:40, 14:23–15:04 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Vrischika 08:14, Dhanu 10:44, Makara 12:36, Kumbha 13:40, Mina 14:23, Mesha 15:04, Vrishabha 15:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 08:14–16:14: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 10:32–16:14: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:14–22:19+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:14–22:19+1 Yoga Dhruva 08:14–20:59+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 08:14–04:54 (21.11)−1 Panchaka 10:32–08:16 (21.11)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:14–04:54 (21.11)−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:14–04:54 (21.11)−3 Bhadra on earth 10:32–17:31
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: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Akshaya Navami (Amla Navami) |
At sunrise 08:16
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:14 (22.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 21:29 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 18:37 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:08 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:08 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 18:37 | yoga Harshana |
| from 21:29 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 03:14 (22.11) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 03:14 (22.11) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:16 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 16:13 |
| End of twilight | 16:56 |
| Moonrise | 14:24 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 7 h 56 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 |
|---|
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 (08:16–16:13) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Akshaya Navami (Amla Navami) · Vishnu
Good deeds done on this day “never diminish”, as on Akshaya Tritiya; the amla tree is worshipped and meals are taken beneath it. According to legend, the Satya Yuga began on this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:54–03:14 (22.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 21:29–08:18 (22.11)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–03:14 (22.11) Hutashana Yoga 03:14–08:18 (22.11)
Anandadi: Saumya 08:16–21:29 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 21:29–08:18 (22.11)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 10:32 (20.11)–15:58 (24.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:08–07:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:06 |
| Godhuli | 16:13–16:45 |
| Pradosha | 16:13–19:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:43–00:48 (22.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:32–16:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:15–12:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:14–15:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:16–10:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:52–10:23, 12:31–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 03:31–05:01 (22.11) |
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 Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Vrischika 08:16, Dhanu 10:40, Makara 12:32, Kumbha 13:36, Mina 14:19, Mesha 15:00, Vrishabha 15:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 08:16–16:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
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: Saumya 08:16–21:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:16–21:29+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 08:16–03:14 (22.11)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–03:14 (22.11)
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: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Harshana; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kansa Vadh |
At sunrise 08:18
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 01:02 (23.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 20:06 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 15:49 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:12 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:12 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 15:49 | yoga Vajra |
| from 20:06 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 01:02 (23.11) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 01:02 (23.11) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:18 |
| Noon | 12:15 |
| Sunset | 16:12 |
| End of twilight | 16:55 |
| Moonrise | 14:31 |
| Moonset | 00:52 |
| Day length | 7 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:18–16:12) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Kansa Vadh · Krishna
Commemoration of Krishna’s victory over the tyrant Kansa in Mathura and the return of the throne to Ugrasena; it is celebrated in Mathura and Vrindavan.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:14–01:02 (23.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:18–01:02 (23.11) Hutashana Yoga 01:02–08:20 (23.11)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:18–20:06 Anandadi: Dhumra 20:06–08:20 (23.11)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 10:32 (20.11)–15:58 (24.11)
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:40–01:23 (23.11)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:10–07:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 16:12–16:44 |
| Pradosha | 16:12–19:25 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:48 (23.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:34–14:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:17–11:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:14–14:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:18–09:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:18–08:50, 08:50–09:21 |
| Varjyam | 04:58–06:26 (23.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:28–13:32, 14:15–14:57, 15:50–16:12
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 12:28–13:32, 14:15–14:57, 15:50–16:12 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:28–13:32, 14:15–14:57, 15:50–16:12 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:18–10:36, 12:28–13:32, 14:15–14:57 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Vrischika 08:18, Dhanu 10:36, Makara 12:28, Kumbha 13:32, Mina 14:15, Mesha 14:57, Vrishabha 15:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Yoga Harshana 08:18–15:49+1 Auspicious tithi 08:18–01:02 (23.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:18–01:02 (23.11) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 15:49–16:51−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:18–20:06−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:18–01:02 (23.11)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:18–20:06
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini) |
At sunrise 08:20
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 22:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 18:14 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 12:35 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:45 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:45 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 12:35 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 18:14 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 22:21 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 22:21 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:20 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 16:10 |
| End of twilight | 16:54 |
| Moonrise | 14:37 |
| Moonset | 02:24 |
| Day length | 7 h 50 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-Bhadra (08:20–16:10) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:45–16:10: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Devutthana Ekadashi (Prabodhini) · Vishnu
Vishnu awakens from his four-month sleep — Chaturmasya ends, and weddings and other samskaras are permitted again. A small canopy of sugarcane stalks is built and Vishnu is woken with singing; the season of Tulasi Vivah begins.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:02–22:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:22–09:55 (24.11)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:20–18:14 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:20–18:14
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:20–22:21 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:21–08:22 (24.11) Hutashana Yoga 22:21–08:22 (24.11) Krakacha Yoga 22:21–08:22 (24.11)
Anandadi: Sthira 08:20–18:14 Anandadi: Vardhamana 18:14–08:22 (24.11)
- Bhadra on earth: 11:45–22:21; Bhadra Puchha 15:58–17:02; Bhadra Mukha 17:02–18:48
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 10:32 (20.11)–15:58 (24.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:11–07:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 16:10–16:43 |
| Pradosha | 16:10–19:25 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:49 (24.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:49–15:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:12–16:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:15–13:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:13–15:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:08–15:39 |
| Varjyam | 05:06–06:33 (24.11) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:20–11:45
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 08:20–11:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:20–11:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Vrischika 08:20, Dhanu 10:32, Makara 12:24, Kumbha 13:28, Mina 14:11, Mesha 14:53, Vrishabha 15:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 11:45–16:10: 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 = +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: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:20–18:14+2 Ravi Yoga 08:20–18:14+1 Anandadi: Sthira 08:20–18:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:20–18:14+1 Auspicious tithi 08:20–22:21+1 Yoga Siddhi 12:35–08:22 (24.11)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:20–22:21 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 11:45–22:21
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Festivals | Tulasi Vivah · Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 08:22
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 19:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 15:58 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 09:01 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:52 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:52 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 09:01 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 15:58 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 19:18 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 19:18 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:10 (25.11) | yoga Variyana |
| from 05:39 (25.11) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:22 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 16:09 |
| End of twilight | 16:53 |
| Moonrise | 14:45 |
| Moonset | 03:58 |
| Day length | 7 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (08:22–15:58) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Tulasi Vivah · Tulasi and Vishnu
The symbolic wedding of the tulasi plant and Vishnu (as Shaligram or Krishna) after his awakening; the wedding season opens from this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:21 (23.11)–19:18
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:18–19:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:22–19:18
Anandadi: Matanga 08:22–15:58 Anandadi: Rakshasa 15:58–08:24 (25.11)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 10:32 (20.11)–15:58
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:34–21:21
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:13–07:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 16:09–16:42 |
| Pradosha | 16:09–19:24 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:49 (25.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:48–15:15, 06:59–08:25 (25.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:20–10:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:17–12:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:14–14:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:31–13:02, 14:05–14:36 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:22–09:01
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:22–09:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:22–09:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:22–10:29, 12:20–13:24, 14:08–14:49 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Revati until 15:58, Ashwini from 15:58; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Vrischika 08:22, Dhanu 10:29, Makara 12:20, Kumbha 13:24, Mina 14:08, Mesha 14:49, Vrishabha 15:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 15:58) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 15:58) — joy; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 09:01–16:09: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:22–09:01+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:22–15:58+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:22–15:58+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 15:58–08:24 (25.11)−1 Panchaka 08:22–15:58−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:22–19:18−3 Vyatipata 09:01–05:10 (25.11)
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 | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 13:25 |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Festivals | Vaikuntha Chaturdashi |
At sunrise 08:24
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 15:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 13:25 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 01:10 (26.11) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:58 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:25 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 15:58 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 15:58 | karana Gara |
| from 01:10 (26.11) | yoga Parigha |
| from 02:15 (26.11) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:24 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 16:08 |
| End of twilight | 16:52 |
| Moonrise | 14:54 |
| Moonset | 05:37 |
| Day length | 7 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:25 | from 15:58 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (13:25–16:08) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 15:58–16:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Vaikuntha Chaturdashi · Vishnu and Shiva
A rare day when Vishnu and Shiva are worshipped together: at midnight Vishnu is offered a thousand lotuses — just as, according to legend, he himself honoured Shiva in Varanasi.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:44–00:49 (26.11)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:24–13:25 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–13:25 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–15:58 Ravi Yoga 13:25–08:26 (26.11)
Anandadi: Amrita 08:24–13:25 Anandadi: Musala 13:25–08:26 (26.11)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:14–07:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:31 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 16:08–16:40 |
| Pradosha | 16:08–19:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:49 (26.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:59–08:25, 06:27–07:52 (26.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:12–15:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:20–11:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:16–13:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:57–10:28, 22:39–23:44 |
| Varjyam | 09:50–11:16, 21:56–23:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:24–13:25, 14:04–14:45, 15:39–15:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:24–13:25, 14:04–14:45, 15:39–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 12:16–13:20 |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:24–13:25, 14:04–14:45, 15:39–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:24–13:25, 14:04–14:45, 15:39–15:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashwini until 13:25, Bharani from 13:25; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 15:58, Shukla-chaturdashi from 15:58; lagna Vrischika 08:24, Dhanu 10:25, Makara 12:16, Kumbha 13:20, Mina 14:04, Mesha 14:45, Vrishabha 15:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 13:25) — joy; Bharani (from 13:25) — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 15:58–16:08: 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 = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 13:25
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:24–13:25+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–15:58+1 Anandadi: Amrita 08:24–13:25+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:24–13:25+1 Yoga Variyana 08:24–01:10 (26.11)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:24–15:58+1 Ravi Yoga 13:25–08:26 (26.11)0 Rikta tithi 15:58–08:26 (26.11)0 Anandadi: Musala 13:25–08:26 (26.11)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:25–08:26 (26.11)−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 | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 12:31 |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Festivals | Dev Deepavali (Tripurari Purnima) · Karthigai Deepam · Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 08:26
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 12:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 10:43 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 21:07 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:31 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:43 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 12:31 | tithi Purnima |
| from 12:31 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:07 | yoga Shiva |
| from 22:47 | karana Bava |
| from 08:02 (27.11) | nakshatra Rohini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:26 |
| Noon | 12:16 |
| Sunset | 16:07 |
| End of twilight | 16:51 |
| Moonrise | 15:08 |
| Moonset | 07:20 |
| Day length | 7 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 4, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:43 | from 12:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (08:26–10:43) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (10:43–16:07) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:31–16:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:26–12:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Dev Deepavali (Tripurari Purnima) · Shiva
“Diwali of the gods” in Varanasi: in the evening the ghats of the Ganga glow with thousands of oil lamps in honour of Shiva’s victory over Tripurasura. On Kartika Purnima people take a holy bath in the Ganga and light oil lamps.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:07–19:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Karthigai Deepam · Shiva (Arunachaleshwara)
The Tamil festival of lights on the day of Krittika nakshatra in the solar month of Karthigai: a huge fire is lit on the summit of Arunachala hill in Tiruvannamalai, and rows of oil lamps are lit in homes.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, 10:43–08:02 (27.11)
of the two days with this nakshatra, the one nearest the full moon is chosen
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 12:31–13:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 27.11
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:26–10:43 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:43–08:02 (27.11) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:43–08:28 (27.11)
Anandadi: Siddhi 10:43–08:02 (27.11) Anandadi: Shubha 08:02–08:28 (27.11) Anandadi: Kana 08:26–10:43
- Bhadra in heaven: 12:31–22:47; Bhadra Puchha 19:12–20:14; Bhadra Mukha 20:14–21:57
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:15–07:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 16:07–16:39 |
| Pradosha | 16:07–19:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:44–00:50 (27.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:54–07:19 (27.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:16–13:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:23–10:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:19–12:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–12:32 |
| Varjyam | 21:22–22:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:26–10:21, 12:12–16:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Bharani until 10:43, Krittika from 10:43; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 12:31, Purnima from 12:31; lagna Vrischika 08:26, Dhanu 10:21, Makara 12:12, Kumbha 13:16, Mina 14:00, Mesha 14:41, Vrishabha 15:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 10:43) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 10:43) — consumption (a wasting disease); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:26–12:31: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 12:31–16:07: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 12:31
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:43–08:28 (27.11)+2 Ravi Yoga 08:26–10:43+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 10:43–08:02 (27.11)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:43–08:02 (27.11)0 Anandadi: Kana 08:26–10:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:31–22:47−1 Yoga Parigha 08:26–11:08−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:26–10:43−2 Rikta tithi 08:26–12:31
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, Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Festivals | Kartika Purnima |
At sunrise 08:28
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 09:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 05:33 (28.11) more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 17:09 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:06 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:06 | tithi Krishna-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 09:06 | karana Balava |
| from 17:09 | yoga Siddha |
| from 19:27 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:33 (28.11) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 05:53 (28.11) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 05:53 (28.11) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:28 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 16:05 |
| End of twilight | 16:50 |
| Moonrise | 15:31 |
| Moonset | 09:04 |
| Day length | 7 h 37 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 09:06 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:06 |
|---|
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 (08:28–16:05) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Kartika Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Kartika — Tripurari Purnima, Dev Deepavali in Varanasi, Guru Nanak Jayanti for the Sikhs; holy bath in the Ganga and lighting of oil lamps.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:31 (26.11)–09:06
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 26.11
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:28–09:06
Anandadi: Utpata 08:28–05:33 (28.11) Anandadi: Mrityu 05:33–08:29 (28.11)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:45–09:26
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:17–07:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 16:05–16:38 |
| Pradosha | 16:05–19:22 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:50 (28.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:41–04:07 (28.11) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:14–14:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:28–09:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:22–11:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:00–11:31, 14:03–14:34 |
| Varjyam | 22:23–23:49 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:06–16:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:06–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:06–16:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:28–10:17, 12:08–13:12, 13:56–14:37 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Purnima until 09:06, Krishna-pratipat from 09:06; lagna Vrischika 08:28, Dhanu 10:17, Makara 12:08, Kumbha 13:12, Mina 13:56, Mesha 14:37, Vrishabha 15:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 08:28–09:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:28–05:33 (28.11)+1 Yoga Shiva 08:28–17:09+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:06–05:53 (28.11)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:28–09:06 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Anandadi: Utpata 08:28–05:33 (28.11)
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 | Favourable day — Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — until 13:24 |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
At sunrise 08:29
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 03:03 (29.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 03:27 (29.11) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 13:24 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 16:24 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:24 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 16:24 | karana Gara |
| from 03:03 (29.11) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 03:03 (29.11) | karana Vanija |
| from 03:27 (29.11) | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:29 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 16:04 |
| End of twilight | 16:49 |
| Moonrise | 16:09 |
| Moonset | 10:39 |
| Day length | 7 h 35 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 |
|---|
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 (08:29–16:04) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:29–03:03 (29.11)
Anandadi: Manasa 08:29–03:27 (29.11) Anandadi: Padma 03:27–08:31 (29.11)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:18–07:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 16:04–16:37 |
| Pradosha | 16:04–19:22 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:51 (29.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:25–20:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:20–12:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:11–15:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:26–10:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:00–10:31, 12:32–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 10:39–12:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:29–10:13, 12:04–13:08, 13:52–14:33 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Vrischika 08:29, Dhanu 10:13, Makara 12:04, Kumbha 13:08, Mina 13:52, Mesha 14:33, Vrishabha 15:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 13:24
+2 Yoga Siddha 08:29–13:24+1 Anandadi: Manasa 08:29–03:27 (29.11)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:29–03:27 (29.11)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:29–03:03 (29.11)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:29–03:03 (29.11)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
At sunrise 08:31
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 00:46 (30.11) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 01:53 (30.11) more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 10:01 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:50 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:01 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 13:50 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:46 (30.11) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 00:46 (30.11) | karana Bava |
| from 01:53 (30.11) | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 07:07 (30.11) | yoga Shukla |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:31 |
| Noon | 12:17 |
| Sunset | 16:03 |
| End of twilight | 16:48 |
| Moonrise | 17:12 |
| Moonset | 11:51 |
| Day length | 7 h 32 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:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:50–16:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:46–08:33 (30.11)
Anandadi: Chhatra 01:53–08:33 (30.11) Anandadi: Mudgara 08:31–01:53 (30.11)
- Bhadra in heaven: 13:50–00:46 (30.11); Bhadra Puchha 20:58–22:03; Bhadra Mukha 22:03–23:52
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:20–07:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:32 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 16:03–16:36 |
| Pradosha | 16:03–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:51 (30.11) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:32–18:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:24–11:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:14–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:31–09:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:31–09:01, 09:01–09:31 |
| Varjyam | 11:18–12:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:00–13:04, 13:48–14:29, 15:23–16:03
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 12:00–13:04, 13:48–14:29, 15:23–16:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 12:00–13:04, 13:48–14:29, 15:23–16:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Vrischika 08:31, Dhanu 10:09, Makara 12:00, Kumbha 13:04, Mina 13:48, Mesha 14:29, Vrishabha 15:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; 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.
+2 Yoga Shubha 10:01–07:07 (30.11)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:31–00:46 (30.11)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:50–00:46 (30.11)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 08:31–01:53 (30.11)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:31–01:53 (30.11)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1964 · Vikram 2099 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Ganadhipa) |
At sunrise 08:33
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 23:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 01:01 (01.12) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 04:48 (01.12) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:53 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:53 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 23:11 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 23:11 | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:01 (01.12) | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 04:48 (01.12) | yoga Brahma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:33 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 16:02 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 18:34 |
| Moonset | 12:35 |
| Day length | 7 h 29 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (08:33–16:02) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Ganadhipa) · 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, 18:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Pushya Yoga 01:01–08:34 (01.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:01–08:34 (01.12)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:33–23:11
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:33–01:01 (01.12) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 01:01–08:34 (01.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:21–07:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 16:02–16:35 |
| Pradosha | 16:02–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:45–00:51 (01.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:43–00:15 (01.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:06–16:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:18–13:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:02–15:32 |
| Varjyam | 13:27–15:00 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Vrischika 08:33, Dhanu 10:05, Makara 11:56, Kumbha 13:00, Mina 13:44, Mesha 14:25, Vrishabha 15:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 08:33–16:02: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
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: Dhwaja 08:33–01:01 (01.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:33–01:01 (01.12)+1 Yoga Shukla 08:33–04:48 (01.12)−2 Rikta tithi 08:33–23:11−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:33–23:11
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Padmanabha; Aditya — Tvashtar. Full moon in nakshatra Ashwini. Ritu: Sharad.
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: Yuva (No. 9)
Shaka Samvat 1964 · Vikram Samvat 2099 · Kali Yuga 5143
Next year — Rudhirodgari, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 9.04.2043
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: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: 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.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
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.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The 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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
−1 — 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
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
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.
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.
“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: 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)
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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
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.
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.
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.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
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).
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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 (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The 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.
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: 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: 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.
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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: 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.
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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
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.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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 — unfavourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: 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: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Especially auspicious: 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.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: 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: 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
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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One 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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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)
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturdashi
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).
+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: 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: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Damodara; Aditya — Vishnu. Full moon in nakshatra Krittika. Ritu: Sharad.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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).
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: 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)
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): 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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign 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: 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: 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): 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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
+1 — favourable 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: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Auspicious: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — 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.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Prior 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)
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Inauspicious: 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.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — 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: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Auspicious: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
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
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: 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: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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): 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 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-dvadashi
neutral
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
not good for sowing seeds, 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 — unfavourable for a haircut
+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: 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
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
sowing seeds, any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
A Sunday when the Moon is in Pushya. Very favourable for purchases, preparing medicines and medical treatment, beginning studies and mantra practice.