December 1854 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Margashirsha (until 19.12), Pausha (from 20.12). Periods: from 14.12 — Kharmas. Major festivals: 3.12 Dattatreya Jayanti.
Icons this month (17)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 1.12 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Variyana
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 4.12 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Vardhamana
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 7.12 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra until 09:24
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 22.12 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra until 14:17
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 28.12 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 29.12 Fri — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) until 15:30
Bharani (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes. - 31.12 Sun — Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Festivals
- 1.12 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 3.12 Sun Dattatreya Jayanti
- 3.12 Sun Karthigai Deepam
- 4.12 Mon Margashirsha Purnima
- 8.12 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha)
- 12.12 Tue Kalashtami
- 14.12 Thu Dhanu Sankranti
- 15.12 Fri Saphala Ekadashi
- 16.12 Sat Saphala Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
- 17.12 Sun Pradosha Vrat
- 18.12 Mon Masik Shivaratri
- 19.12 Tue Margashirsha Amavasya
- 19.12 Tue Bhaumvati Amavasya
- 21.12 Thu Chandra Darshan
- 22.12 Fri Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 24.12 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 26.12 Tue Masik Durgashtami
- 29.12 Fri Pausha Putrada Ekadashi
- 29.12 Fri Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mukkoti)
- 31.12 Sun Pradosha Vrat
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:34–18:04
- 4.12 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 4.12 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 22:28–08:41 (05.12)
- 5.12 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 18:14–00:43 (06.12)
- 7.12 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 7.12 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:07–08:45 (08.12)
- 7.12 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 06:07–08:45 (08.12)
- 13.12 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:12–08:52 (14.12)
- 16.12 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:54–20:27
- 16.12 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 20:27–08:53 (17.12)
- 18.12 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:56–17:33
- 22.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:58–04:27 (23.12)
- 24.12 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 05:55–08:59 (25.12)
- 26.12 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:59–22:45
- 28.12 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:00–23:39
- 30.12 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 09:00–02:45 (31.12)
- 30.12 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:45–09:00 (31.12)
- 30.12 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:45–09:00 (31.12)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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
- 10.12 Sun — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
- 11.12 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Dhwanksha
- 12.12 Tue — Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 14.12 Thu — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 16.12 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 18.12 Mon — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Yoga Shula
- 19.12 Tue — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 20.12 Wed — Yamaghanta, Samvartaka Yoga, Jwalamukhi Yoga (unfavourable day)
- 23.12 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 25.12 Mon — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 26.12 Tue — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 27.12 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Anandadi: Utpata (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 4.12 Full moon (Purnima) 16:34
- 14.12 Dhanu Sankranti 05:27 — the Sun enters Dhanu (Sagittarius)
- 20.12 New moon (Amavasya) 00:47
- 22.12 Winter solstice 05:58
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- from 14.12 Kharmas
- 23.12 15:16 – 27.12 22:54 Mrityu Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Ananda (No. 48, “bliss”) — A year of bliss: joy, peace and contentment among people. more
Northern samvatsara: Krodhana. Shaka Samvat 1776, Vikram Samvat 1911, Kali Yuga 4955.
Margashirsha (Sahas) — The month of which Krishna says: “Among the months I am Margashirsha” (Bhagavad Gita 10.35). Gita Jayanti, Datta Jayanti. more
Pausha (Sahasya) — The cold month of Dhanur Masa and Kharmas: no weddings are held until Makara Sankranti, and with it Uttarayana begins. 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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 08:34
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 14:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 18:04 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 16:55 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:01 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:01 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:01 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:55 | yoga Parigha |
| from 18:04 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 02:10 (02.12) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:34 |
| Noon | 12:18 |
| Sunset | 16:02 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 14:50 |
| Moonset | 04:28 |
| Day length | 7 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:01 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:02–19:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:34–18:04
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:34–14:01
Anandadi: Vajra 08:34–18:04 Anandadi: Mudgara 18:04–08:36 (02.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:22–07:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 16:02–16:35 |
| Pradosha | 16:02–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:52 (02.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:40–12:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:22–12:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:10–15:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:30–10:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:04–10:34, 12:33–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 13:58–15:36, 04:05–05:46 (02.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:47–12:54, 13:38–14:19, 15:11–16:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 11:47–12:54, 13:38–14:19, 15:11–16:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 11:47–12:54, 13:38–14:19, 15:11–16:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:34–09:50, 11:47–12:54, 13:38–14:19 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 14:01, Shukla-triodashi from 14:01; lagna Vrischika 08:34, Dhanu 09:50, Makara 11:47, Kumbha 12:54, Mina 13:38, Mesha 14:19, Vrishabha 15:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 08:34–18:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:34–18:04+1 Yoga Variyana 08:34–16:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 14:01–08:36 (02.12)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:34–14:01 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:34–18:04
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 tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:36
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 14:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 19:08 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 16:07 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:26 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:26 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 14:26 | karana Gara |
| from 16:07 | yoga Shiva |
| from 19:08 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 02:49 (03.12) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:36 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 16:01 |
| End of twilight | 16:46 |
| Moonrise | 15:01 |
| Moonset | 05:51 |
| Day length | 7 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 6, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (08:36–16:01) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:26–16:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:26–08:38 (03.12) Ravi Yoga 19:08–08:38 (03.12)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 19:08–08:38 (03.12) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:36–19:08
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:23–07:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:33 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 16:01–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:01–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:53 (03.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:07–15:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:27–11:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:14–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:36–09:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:36–09:06, 09:06–09:35 |
| Varjyam | 07:52–09:34 (03.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:43–12:50, 13:34–14:15
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 11:43–12:50, 13:34–14:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 11:43–12:50, 13:34–14:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:36–09:47, 11:43–12:50, 13:34–14:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 14:26, Shukla-chaturdashi from 14:26; lagna Vrischika 08:36, Dhanu 09:47, Makara 11:43, Kumbha 12:50, Mina 13:34, Mesha 14:15, Vrishabha 15:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 14:26–16:01: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 tithi 08:36–14:260 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:26–08:38 (03.12)0 Rikta tithi 14:26–08:38 (03.12)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:36–19:08−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:36–19:08
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Shiva; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Dhumra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Dattatreya Jayanti · Karthigai Deepam |
At sunrise 08:38
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 20:36 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 15:38 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:18 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:18 | tithi Purnima |
|---|---|
| from 15:18 | karana Vishti |
| from 15:38 | yoga Siddha |
| from 20:36 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 03:53 (04.12) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:38 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:46 |
| Moonrise | 15:15 |
| Moonset | 07:15 |
| Day length | 7 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (08:38–16:00) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:18–16:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:38–15:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Dattatreya Jayanti · Dattatreya
The day of the appearance of Dattatreya — the incarnation of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva in a single form, son of Atri and Anasuya. Puja is performed in the evening and the Guru Charitra is read; Annapurna Jayanti falls on the same day.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:00–19:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
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, 08:38–20:36
of the two days with this nakshatra, the one nearest the full moon is chosen
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:38–20:36
Anandadi: Prajapati 20:36–08:39 (04.12) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:38–20:36
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:18–03:53 (04.12); Bhadra Puchha 23:30–00:46 (04.12); Bhadra Mukha 00:46–02:53 (04.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:25–07:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:46–00:53 (04.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:03–19:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:05–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:19–13:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:10–15:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:01–15:31 |
| Varjyam | 07:52–09:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 15:18–16:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:18, Purnima from 15:18; lagna Vrischika 08:38, Dhanu 09:43, Makara 11:39, Kumbha 12:46, Mina 13:31, Mesha 14:11, Vrishabha 15:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 08:38–15:18: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:18–16:00: 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
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:38–20:36+1 Yoga Shiva 08:38–15:380 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:18–03:53 (04.12)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:38–20:36−2 Rikta tithi 08:38–15:18
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Margashirsha Purnima |
At sunrise 08:39
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 16:34 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 22:28 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 15:28 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:34 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:28 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 16:34 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 16:34 | karana Balava |
| from 22:28 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 05:21 (05.12) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:39 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 15:35 |
| Moonset | 08:36 |
| Day length | 7 h 20 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 16:34 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:39–16:00) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Margashirsha Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Margashirsha: Dattatreya Jayanti and Annapurna Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:18 (03.12)–16:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 22:28–08:41 (05.12)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:39–22:28 Anandadi: Ananda 22:28–08:41 (05.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:09–17:00
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:26–07:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:33 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:53 (05.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:01–20:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:34–10:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:24–12:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:14–14:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:34–13:03, 14:02–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 13:51–15:34, 04:36–06:21 (05.12) |
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 | good 08:39–09:39, 11:35–12:42, 13:27–14:07 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Purnima; lagna Vrischika 08:39, Dhanu 09:39, Makara 11:35, Kumbha 12:42, Mina 13:27, Mesha 14:07, Vrishabha 14:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 08:39–16:00: 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
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Yoga Siddha 08:39–15:28+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:39–22:28+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:39–22:28+1 Auspicious weekday
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Sadhya; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:41
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 18:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 00:43 (06.12) more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 15:36 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 18:14 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:36 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 18:14 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 18:14 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:43 (06.12) | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 07:13 (06.12) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:41 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 15:59 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 16:04 |
| Moonset | 09:53 |
| Day length | 7 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, 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, Mrigashirsha (08:41–15:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 18:14–00:43 (06.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–18:14 Yamaghanta 00:43–08:42 (06.12)
Anandadi: Chara 00:43–08:42 (06.12) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:41–00:43 (06.12)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:27–07:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:34 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:59–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:59–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:54 (06.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:06–16:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:30–11:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:20–13:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:08–10:38, 22:40–23:47 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:31–12:38, 13:23–14:03, 14:55–15:59
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 11:31–12:38, 13:23–14:03, 14:55–15:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:31–12:38, 13:23–14:03, 14:55–15:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:41–09:35, 11:31–12:38, 13:23–14:03 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Vrischika 08:41, Dhanu 09:35, Makara 11:31, Kumbha 12:38, Mina 13:23, Mesha 14:03, Vrishabha 14:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:41–00:43 (06.12)+1 Yoga Sadhya 08:41–15:36+1 Auspicious tithi 08:41–18:140 Dwipushkar Yoga 18:14–00:43 (06.12)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:41–00:43 (06.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–18:14
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Shubha, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:42
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 20:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 03:17 (07.12) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 16:00 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 20:16 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:00 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 20:16 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 20:16 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:17 (07.12) | nakshatra Punarvasu |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:42 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 16:46 |
| Moonset | 10:58 |
| Day length | 7 h 16 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 |
|---|
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:42–20:16
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:16–08:44 (07.12) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:16–08:44 (07.12)
Anandadi: Musala 08:42–03:17 (07.12) Anandadi: Gada 03:17–08:44 (07.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:28–07:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:47–00:54 (07.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:13–17:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:20–13:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:37–10:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:26–12:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:06–12:35 |
| Varjyam | 10:01–11:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:27–12:34, 13:19–13:59, 14:51–15:58
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 11:27–12:34, 13:19–13:59, 14:51–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:27–12:34, 13:19–13:59, 14:51–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:42–09:31, 11:27–12:34, 13:19–13:59 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Vrischika 08:42, Dhanu 09:31, Makara 11:27, Kumbha 12:34, Mina 13:19, Mesha 13:59, Vrishabha 14:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Yoga Shubha 08:42–16:00+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:42–20:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:42–20:16−1 Anandadi: Musala 08:42–03:17 (07.12)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:42–03:17 (07.12)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — until 09:24 |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:44
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 06:07 (08.12) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 16:38 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:24 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:24 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 16:38 | yoga Brahma |
| from 22:36 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 22:36 | karana Bava |
| from 06:07 (08.12) | nakshatra Pushya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:44 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 17:43 |
| Moonset | 11:47 |
| Day length | 7 h 14 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 |
|---|
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 (08:44–15:58) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:24–15:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:44–06:07 (08.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 06:07–08:45 (08.12) Guru Pushya Yoga 06:07–08:45 (08.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:36–08:45 (08.12)
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:44–06:07 (08.12) Anandadi: Shubha 06:07–08:45 (08.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 09:24–22:36; Bhadra Puchha 18:00–19:19; Bhadra Mukha 19:19–21:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:30–07:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:06–12:35 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:55 (08.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:26–05:13 (08.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:15–14:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:44–09:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:32–11:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:08–11:37, 14:02–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 16:42–18:29 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:23–12:30, 13:15–13:56, 14:47–15:58
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 | good 11:23–12:30, 13:15–13:56, 14:47–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 11:23–12:30, 13:15–13:56, 14:47–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:44–09:27, 11:23–12:30, 13:15–13:56 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Vrischika 08:44, Dhanu 09:27, Makara 11:23, Kumbha 12:30, Mina 13:15, Mesha 13:56, Vrishabha 14:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 09:24
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:44–06:07 (08.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:44–06:07 (08.12)+1 Yoga Shukla 08:44–16:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:44–22:36+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:44–06:07 (08.12)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:24–22:36
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Pushya; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha) |
At sunrise 08:45
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 01:08 (09.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 09:06 (09.12) more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 17:26 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:51 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:51 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 17:26 | yoga Indra |
| from 01:08 (09.12) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 01:08 (09.12) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:45 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 18:52 |
| Moonset | 12:22 |
| Day length | 7 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:45–15:57) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha) · 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, 18:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:31–07:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:55 (09.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:54–03:42 (09.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:27–12:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:39–10:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:11–10:40, 12:36–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 15:07–16:55 |
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 08:45–09:23, 11:19–12:26, 13:11–13:52 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Vrischika 08:45, Dhanu 09:23, Makara 11:19, Kumbha 12:26, Mina 13:11, Mesha 13:52, Vrishabha 14:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 08:45–15:57: 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 08:45–17:26+2 Pushya all day+1 Auspicious weekday−2 Rikta tithi 08:45–01:08 (09.12)−3 Anandadi: Utpata all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Indra, Pushya; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:46
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 03:42 (10.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 09:06 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 18:18 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:25 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:06 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 14:25 | karana Taitila |
| from 18:18 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 03:42 (10.12) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 03:42 (10.12) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:46 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 20:07 |
| Moonset | 12:45 |
| Day length | 7 h 10 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 | 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, Pushya (08:46–09:06) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:46–03:42 (10.12) Krakacha Yoga 03:42–08:48 (10.12)
Anandadi: Mitra 08:46–09:06 Anandadi: Manasa 09:06–08:48 (10.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:16–04:09 (10.12)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:21–18:48 (10.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:32–07:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:33–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:48–00:56 (10.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:34–11:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:15–14:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:46–09:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:46–09:15, 09:15–09:44 |
| Varjyam | 23:29–01:17 (10.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:46–09:06, 11:15–12:22, 13:07–13:48 and another 1
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 08:46–09:06, 11:15–12:22, 13:07–13:48 and another 1 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:46–09:06, 11:15–12:22, 13:07–13:48 and another 1 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:46–09:19, 11:15–12:22, 13:07–13:48 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Pushya until 09:06, Ashlesha from 09:06; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Vrischika 08:46, Dhanu 09:19, Makara 11:15, Kumbha 12:22, Mina 13:07, Mesha 13:48, Vrishabha 14:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 09:06) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 09:06) — physical affliction (suffering); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Indra 08:46–18:18+2 Pushya 08:46–09:06+1 Anandadi: Manasa 09:06–08:48 (10.12)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:46–03:42 (10.12)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:06–08:48 (10.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:46–03:42 (10.12)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:48
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:10 (11.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 12:05 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 19:07 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:58 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:05 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 16:58 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:07 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 06:10 (11.12) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 06:10 (11.12) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:48 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 21:24 |
| Moonset | 13:01 |
| Day length | 7 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 5, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (12:05–15:57) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 12:05–08:49 (11.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:48–06:10 (11.12) Yamaghanta 12:05–08:49 (11.12) Samvartaka Yoga 06:10–08:49 (11.12)
Anandadi: Vajra 08:48–12:05 Anandadi: Mudgara 12:05–08:49 (11.12)
- Bhadra on earth: 06:10–19:17 (11.12); Bhadra Puchha 11:23–12:42 (11.12); Bhadra Mukha 12:42–14:52 (11.12)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:21–18:48
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:33–07:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–12:36 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:56 (11.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:17–12:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:03–15:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:22–13:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:09–15:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 14:59–15:28 |
| Varjyam | 01:29–03:16 (11.12) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 12:05, Magha from 12:05; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Vrischika 08:48, Dhanu 09:15, Makara 11:12, Kumbha 12:18, Mina 13:03, Mesha 13:44, Vrishabha 14:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 12:05) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 12:05) — loss of property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 08:48–15:57: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 12:05–08:49 (11.12)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:48–06:10 (11.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 12:05–08:49 (11.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:48–12:05−1 Gandanta 08:48–18:48−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:48–12:05−3 Vaidhriti 08:48–19:07
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:49
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:18 (12.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 14:53 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 19:46 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 19:17 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:53 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 19:17 | karana Bava |
| from 19:46 | yoga Priti |
| from 08:18 (12.12) | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 08:18 (12.12) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:49 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 22:42 |
| Moonset | 13:12 |
| Day length | 7 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (08:49–14:53) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (14:53–15:56) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:49–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:49–14:53
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:49–08:18 (12.12)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 14:53–08:50 (12.12) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:49–14:53
- Bhadra on earth: 06:10–19:17; Bhadra Puchha 11:23–12:42; Bhadra Mukha 12:42–14:52
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:34–07:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:49–00:57 (12.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:12–13:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:42–10:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:29–12:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:16–14:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:37–13:05, 14:02–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 23:42–01:28 (12.12) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Magha until 14:53, Purva-Phalguni from 14:53; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Vrischika 08:49, Dhanu 09:11, Makara 11:08, Kumbha 12:14, Mina 12:59, Mesha 13:40, Vrishabha 14:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 14:53) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 14:53) — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 08:49–15:56: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:49–14:53+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 14:53–08:50 (12.12)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:49–08:18 (12.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:49–14:53−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:49–14:53−3 Bhadra on earth 08:49–19:17
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 08:50
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:54 (13.12) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 17:19 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:06 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 21:10 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:19 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 20:06 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 21:10 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:50 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 23:59 |
| Moonset | 13:21 |
| Day length | 7 h 06 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 |
|---|
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 (08:50–15:56) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:56–19:19
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Prajapati 17:19–08:51 (13.12) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:50–17:19
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:35–07:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:09–12:37 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:02 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:57 (13.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:16–12:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:09–15:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:36–11:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:23–13:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:15–10:44, 22:42–23:50 |
| Varjyam | 01:05–02:49 (13.12) |
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 | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Vrischika 08:50, Dhanu 09:07, Makara 11:04, Kumbha 12:11, Mina 12:55, Mesha 13:36, Vrishabha 14:28, Mithuna 15:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 08:50–15:56: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day+1 Yoga Priti 08:50–20:06−1 Ashtami all day−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:50–17:19−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:50–17:19−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
At sunrise 08:51
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:54 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 19:12 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 19:59 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:54 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:54 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 09:54 | karana Taitila |
| from 19:12 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 19:59 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 22:28 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:51 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 13:29 |
| Day length | 7 h 04 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 09:54 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (08:51–15:56) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:12–08:52 (14.12)
Hutashana Yoga 08:51–09:54 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:51–09:54 Krakacha Yoga 09:54–08:52 (14.12)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:51–19:12 Anandadi: Ananda 19:12–08:52 (14.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:36–07:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:34–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:50–00:58 (14.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:26–13:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:23–13:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:44–10:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:30–12:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:09–12:38 |
| Varjyam | 04:01–05:42 (14.12) |
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 09:03–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 09:54, Krishna-navami from 09:54; lagna Vrischika 08:51, Dhanu 09:03, Makara 11:00, Kumbha 12:07, Mina 12:51, Mesha 13:32, Vrishabha 14:24, Mithuna 15:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 08:51–09:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 09:54–15:56: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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: Vardhamana 08:51–19:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:51–19:12+1 Yoga Ayushman 08:51–19:59+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 08:51–09:540 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:51–09:54−2 Rikta tithi 09:54–08:52 (14.12)−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:54–08:52 (14.12)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Dhanu Sankranti |
At sunrise 08:52
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 10:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 20:24 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:18 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:51 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:51 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 10:51 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:18 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 20:24 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 23:01 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:52 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 01:16 |
| Moonset | 13:36 |
| Day length | 7 h 03 min |
Sky
| Dhanu Sankranti | 05:27 — the Sun enters Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:51 |
|---|
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, Hasta (08:52–15:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Dhanu Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Sagittarius: Dhanur Masa (the Tamil Margazhi) and Kharmas begin — a month without weddings or housewarmings until Makara Sankranti.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 08:52–11:51
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:51–08:53 (15.12)
Hutashana Yoga 08:52–10:51 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:52–10:51
Anandadi: Chara 20:24–08:53 (15.12) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:52–20:24
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 23:01–11:00 (15.12); Bhadra Puchha 00:44–01:57 (15.12); Bhadra Mukha 01:57–03:57 (15.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:37–07:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–12:38 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:58 (15.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:06–15:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:17–14:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:52–09:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:38–11:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:13–11:42, 14:03–14:31 |
| Varjyam | 04:32–06:10 (15.12) |
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 | good 10:56–12:03, 12:47–13:28, 14:20–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-navami until 10:51, Krishna-dashami from 10:51; lagna Vrischika 08:52, Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:56, Kumbha 12:03, Mina 12:47, Mesha 13:28, Vrishabha 14:20, Mithuna 15:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 08:52–10:51: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 05:27 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:51–08:53 (15.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:52–20:24+1 Yoga Saubhagya 08:52–19:18+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:52–20:24−1 Sankranti day−2 Hutashana Yoga 08:52–10:51−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:52–10:51−2 Rikta tithi 08:52–10:51
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Hutashana Yoga, Anandadi: Musala |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Saphala Ekadashi |
At sunrise 08:53
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 20:49 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 18:01 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:00 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:00 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:00 | karana Bava |
| from 18:01 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 20:49 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 22:46 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:53 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 02:37 |
| Moonset | 13:44 |
| Day length | 7 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 1, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:00 |
|---|
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, Chitra (08:53–15:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:53–11:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Saphala Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Margashirsha (Pausha in North India). “Fruitful”: the fast makes new undertakings successful; Narayana is worshipped and oil lamps are lit.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:00–10:20 (16.12)
Dwadashi ends before the next sunrise — to break the fast on Dwadashi, Smartas fast the day before, on the day Ekadashi begins
Vaishnava date: 16.12
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:00–08:54 (16.12)
Hutashana Yoga 08:53–11:00
Anandadi: Musala 08:53–20:49 Anandadi: Gada 20:49–08:54 (16.12)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:43–11:00
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:36–11:23
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:37–07:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:10–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:19 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:59 (16.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:18–15:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:32–12:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:10–15:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:46–10:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:18–10:46, 12:39–13:07 |
| Varjyam | 02:20–03:54 (16.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:52–11:59, 12:43–13:24, 14:16–15:56
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 | good 10:52–11:59, 12:43–13:24, 14:16–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:52–11:59, 12:43–13:24, 14:16–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:52–11:59, 12:43–13:24, 14:16–15:56 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-dashami until 11:00, Krishna-ekadashi from 11:00; lagna Vrischika 08:53, Dhanu 08:55, Makara 10:52, Kumbha 11:59, Mina 12:43, Mesha 13:24, Vrishabha 14:16, Mithuna 15:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +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) 11:00–08:54 (16.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:53–20:49+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:53–18:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:53–11:00−1 Anandadi: Musala 08:53–20:49−2 Hutashana Yoga 08:53–11:00
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 — Kshaya tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Saphala Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 08:54
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 10:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 20:27 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 16:06 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:20 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:20 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 10:20 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:06 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 20:27 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 21:43 | karana Taitila |
| from 08:53 (17.12) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 08:53 (17.12) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:54 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 04:01 |
| Moonset | 13:54 |
| Day length | 7 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (08:54–15:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Saphala Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 15.12
Smartas fast the day before so as to break the fast while it is still Dwadashi; Vaishnavas fast on the day when Ekadashi prevails at sunrise.
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:54–20:27 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:54–20:27 Tripushkar Yoga 20:27–08:53 (17.12)
Hutashana Yoga 08:54–10:20
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:54–20:27 Anandadi: Shubha 20:27–08:55 (17.12)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:38–07:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:35–14:03 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:51–00:59 (17.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:47–13:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:39–11:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:18–14:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:54–09:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:54–09:22, 09:22–09:50 |
| Varjyam | 01:47–03:19 (17.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:48–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:12–15:56
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 10:48–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:12–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:48–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:12–15:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:54–10:20, 10:48–11:55, 12:39–13:20 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 10:20, Krishna-dvadashi from 10:20; lagna Dhanu 08:54, Makara 10:48, Kumbha 11:55, Mina 12:39, Mesha 13:20, Vrishabha 14:12, Mithuna 15:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
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
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:54–20:27+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:54–20:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:54–20:27+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:54–20:270 Hutashana Yoga 08:54–10:20 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Tripushkar Yoga 20:27–08:53 (17.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Sukarma; cons: Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 08:55
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:43 (18.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 19:19 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 13:34 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 19:53 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:34 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 19:19 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 19:53 | karana Vanija |
| from 06:43 (18.12) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 06:43 (18.12) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:55 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 05:31 |
| Moonset | 14:07 |
| Day length | 7 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:55–15:56) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:56–19:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata 08:55–19:19 Anandadi: Mrityu 19:19–08:56 (18.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:43–17:25 (18.12); Bhadra Mukha 06:43–08:30 (18.12); Bhadra Puchha 16:17–17:21 (18.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:39–07:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:11–12:39 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–01:00 (18.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:56–12:28, 07:55–09:24 (18.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:03–15:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:25–13:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:11–15:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:00–15:28 |
| Varjyam | 23:02–00:31 (18.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Dhanu 08:55, Makara 10:44, Kumbha 11:51, Mina 12:35, Mesha 13:16, Vrishabha 14:08, Mithuna 15:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; 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.
+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:55–13:340 Kharmas−3 Anandadi: Utpata 08:55–19:19
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 08:56
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 03:58 (19.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 17:33 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 10:28 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:25 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:28 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 17:25 | karana Shakuni |
| from 17:33 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 03:58 (19.12) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 03:58 (19.12) | karana Chatushpada |
| from 06:55 (19.12) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:56 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 15:56 |
| End of twilight | 16:43 |
| Moonrise | 07:06 |
| Moonset | 14:27 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 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, Anuradha (08:56–15:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:56–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:56–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 23:52–01:00 (19.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:56–17:33
Anandadi: Manasa 08:56–17:33 Anandadi: Padma 17:33–08:56 (19.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:43–17:25; Bhadra Mukha 06:43–08:30; Bhadra Puchha 16:17–17:21
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:40–07:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 15:56–16:30 |
| Pradosha | 15:56–19:20 |
| Nishitha | 23:52–01:00 (19.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:55–09:24, 07:18–08:45 (19.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:48–10:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:33–12:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:19–14:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:40–13:08, 14:04–14:32 |
| Varjyam | 22:37–00:04 (19.12) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Dhanu 08:56, Makara 10:40, Kumbha 11:47, Mina 12:32, Mesha 13:12, Vrishabha 14:04, Mithuna 15:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:56–15:56: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:56–17:33+1 Anandadi: Manasa 08:56–17:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:56–17:33+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:56–10:28+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas0 Yoga Shula 10:28–12:10−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:56–17:25−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:56–03:58 (19.12)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Margashirsha Amavasya · Bhaumvati Amavasya |
At sunrise 08:56
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 00:47 (20.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 15:16 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 03:02 (20.12) more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 14:25 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:25 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 15:16 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 00:47 (20.12) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 00:47 (20.12) | karana Kimstughna |
| from 03:02 (20.12) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:56 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 08:41 |
| Moonset | 14:58 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:56–15:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (15:16–15:57) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Chatushpada 08:56–14:25: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 14:25–15:57: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Margashirsha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Margashirsha; in Tamil Nadu, when it falls in Mula nakshatra, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:58–00:47 (20.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhaumvati Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
A new moon on a Tuesday (Bhauma — Mars): a day of ancestor rites and of propitiating Mars; it is believed to help free one from debts.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:58–00:47 (20.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 00:47–08:57 (20.12) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:47–08:57 (20.12)
Anandadi: Chhatra 15:16–08:57 (20.12) Anandadi: Mudgara 08:56–15:16
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 09:53–20:38
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:26–01:07 (20.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:40–07:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:12–12:40 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:36–14:04 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–01:01 (20.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:56–08:22 (20.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:11–15:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:41–11:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:26–13:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:20–10:48, 22:45–23:53 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Jyestha until 15:16, Mula from 15:16; tithi Amavasya; lagna Dhanu 08:56, Makara 10:36, Kumbha 11:43, Mina 12:28, Mesha 13:08, Vrishabha 14:00, Mithuna 15:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 15:16) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 15:16) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 08:56–15:57: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- 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 = −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: Amavasya
0 Anandadi: Chhatra 15:16–08:57 (20.12)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 08:56–15:16−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:56–15:16−3 Amavasya 08:56–00:47 (20.12)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Samvartaka Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:57
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 21:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 12:38 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 22:57 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 11:04 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:04 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 12:38 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 21:19 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 21:19 | karana Balava |
| from 22:57 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 07:32 (21.12) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:57 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 10:05 |
| Moonset | 15:51 |
| Day length | 6 h 59 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 00:47 |
|---|
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 12:38 |
|---|
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 (08:57–12:38) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (12:38–15:57) is good for root crops.
- Kimstughna 08:57–11:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:19–08:58 (21.12)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 08:57–12:38 Yamaghanta 08:57–12:38 Samvartaka Yoga 08:57–21:19
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:57–12:38 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 12:38–08:58 (21.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:41–07:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:37–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:53–01:01 (21.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:36–07:01 (21.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:27–13:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:49–10:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:34–12:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:13–12:41 |
| Varjyam | 11:13–12:38, 21:07–22:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:32–11:39, 12:24–13:04, 13:56–15:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 10:32–11:39, 12:24–13:04, 13:56–15:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:32–11:39, 12:24–13:04, 13:56–15:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:32–11:39, 12:24–15:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mula until 12:38, Purva-Ashadha from 12:38; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Dhanu 08:57, Makara 10:32, Kumbha 11:39, Mina 12:24, Mesha 13:04, Vrishabha 13:56, Mithuna 15:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 12:38) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 12:38) — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −6
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:57–12:38+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:57–22:57+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:57–12:38−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 08:57–12:38−3 Samvartaka Yoga 08:57–21:19−3 Yamaghanta 08:57–12:38
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Saumya, Yoga Dhruva; auspicious time — after 09:50 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 08:58
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 09:50 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 18:48 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:45 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:50 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 17:45 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 17:45 | karana Taitila |
| from 18:48 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 04:00 (22.12) | karana Gara |
| from 07:03 (22.12) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:58 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 15:57 |
| End of twilight | 16:44 |
| Moonrise | 11:06 |
| Moonset | 17:08 |
| Day length | 6 h 59 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:50 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (08:58–09:50) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (09:50–15:57) is good for sowing.
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, 15:57–17:08
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 15:57–17:08
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:03–08:58 (22.12)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:45–07:03 (22.12)
Anandadi: Prajapati 08:58–09:50 Anandadi: Saumya 09:50–01:44 (22.12) Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:28–08:58 (22.12) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 01:44–08:28 (22.12)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:41–07:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:13–12:41 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:37–14:05 |
| Godhuli | 15:57–16:31 |
| Pradosha | 15:57–19:21 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–01:02 (22.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:24–02:48 (22.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:20–14:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:58–09:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:42–11:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:17–11:45, 14:05–14:33 |
| Varjyam | 16:54–18:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:28–11:35, 12:20–13:00, 13:52–15:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 10:28–11:35, 12:20–13:00, 13:52–15:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 10:28–11:35, 12:20–13:00, 13:52–15:57 |
| Cutting toenails | average 09:50–15:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:28–11:35, 12:20–13:00, 13:52–15:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 09:50, Uttara-Ashadha from 09:50; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Dhanu 08:58, Makara 10:28, Kumbha 11:35, Mina 12:20, Mesha 13:00, Vrishabha 13:52, Mithuna 15:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 09:50) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 09:50) — improved health; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:50
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 09:50–01:44 (22.12)+1 Yoga Dhruva 08:58–18:48+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:58–17:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:50–07:03 (22.12)0 Kharmas−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:58–17:45−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:58–09:50
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 14:17 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 08:58
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 04:27 (23.12) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 14:43 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:17 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:17 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 14:17 | karana Vanija |
| from 14:43 | yoga Harshana |
| from 00:37 (23.12) | karana Vishti |
| from 04:27 (23.12) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:58 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 11:44 |
| Moonset | 18:43 |
| Day length | 6 h 59 min |
Sky
| Winter solstice | 05:58 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (08:58–15:58) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:46–13:10
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the day it begins is chosen
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:58–04:27 (23.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:58–04:27 (23.12)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:27–08:59 (23.12) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:58–04:27 (23.12)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:37–11:03 (23.12); Bhadra Mukha 00:40–02:24 (23.12); Bhadra Puchha 10:01–11:03 (23.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:42–07:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:38–14:06 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:22 |
| Nishitha | 23:54–01:02 (23.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:11–20:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:35–12:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:13–15:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:51–10:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:22–10:50, 12:42–13:10 |
| Varjyam | 10:37–12:03, 08:05–09:32 (23.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:24–11:31, 12:16–12:57, 13:48–14:17
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 10:24–11:31, 12:16–12:57, 13:48–14:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:24–11:31, 12:16–12:57, 13:48–14:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:24–11:31, 12:16–12:57, 13:48–14:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-tritya until 14:17, Shukla-chaturti from 14:17; lagna Dhanu 08:58, Makara 10:24, Kumbha 11:31, Mina 12:16, Mesha 12:57, Vrishabha 13:48, Mithuna 15:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 14:17–15:58: 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
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 14:17
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:58–04:27 (23.12)+2 Ravi Yoga 08:58–04:27 (23.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:58–04:27 (23.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:58–14:170 Yoga Harshana 14:43–08:59 (23.12)0 Kharmas0 Rikta tithi 14:17–08:59 (23.12)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:58–04:27 (23.12)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 11:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 02:12 (24.12) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 10:50 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:03 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:50 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 11:03 | tithi Shukla-panchami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
| from 11:03 | karana Bava |
| from 21:35 | karana Balava |
| from 02:12 (24.12) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 07:17 (24.12) | yoga Siddhi |
| from 08:13 (24.12) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 08:13 (24.12) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 15:58 |
| End of twilight | 16:45 |
| Moonrise | 12:08 |
| Moonset | 20:22 |
| Day length | 6 h 59 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 11:03 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:59–11:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–11:03 Ravi Yoga 02:12–08:59 (24.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:03–08:13 (24.12) Krakacha Yoga 08:13–08:59 (24.12)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:59–02:12 (24.12) Anandadi: Ananda 02:12–08:59 (24.12)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:37–11:03; Bhadra Mukha 00:40–02:24; Bhadra Puchha 10:01–11:03
- Mrityu Panchaka: 15:16–22:54 (27.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:52–08:35 (24.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:42–07:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:14–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:38–14:06 |
| Godhuli | 15:58–16:32 |
| Pradosha | 15:58–19:22 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–01:03 (24.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:47–18:14 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:43–11:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:21–14:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:59–09:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:59–09:27, 09:27–09:55 |
| Varjyam | 08:05–09:32, 08:53–10:22 (24.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:03–15:58
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 11:03–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:03–15:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:20–15:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 11:03, Shukla-panchami from 11:03; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:20, Kumbha 11:27, Mina 12:12, Mesha 12:53, Vrishabha 13:44, Mithuna 15:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 08:59–11:03: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–11:03+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:59–02:12 (24.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–02:12 (24.12)+1 Yoga Harshana 08:59–10:50+1 Auspicious tithi 11:03–08:13 (24.12)0 Kharmas0 Panchaka 15:16–08:59 (24.12)0 Yoga Vajra 10:50–11:51−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:59–11:03−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:03–08:13 (24.12)−2 Rikta tithi 08:59–11:03
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 05:55 (25.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 00:27 (25.12) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 04:08 (25.12) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 19:00 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 19:00 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 00:27 (25.12) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 04:08 (25.12) | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 05:55 (25.12) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 05:55 (25.12) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 15:59 |
| End of twilight | 16:46 |
| Moonrise | 12:23 |
| Moonset | 21:57 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:59–15:59) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:13–05:55 (25.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:59–00:27 (25.12) Tripushkar Yoga 05:55–08:59 (25.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–05:55 (25.12) Samvartaka Yoga 05:55–08:59 (25.12)
Anandadi: Chara 00:27–08:59 (25.12) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:59–00:27 (25.12)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 15:16 (23.12)–22:54 (27.12)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:43–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:39–14:07 |
| Godhuli | 15:59–16:33 |
| Pradosha | 15:59–19:23 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–01:03 (25.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:46–19:15 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:06–15:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:29–13:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:14–15:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:03–15:31 |
| Varjyam | 08:53–10:22, 06:32–08:03 (25.12) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:16–11:23, 12:08–12:49, 13:40–15:59
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 10:16–11:23, 12:08–12:49, 13:40–15:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:16–11:23, 12:08–12:49, 13:40–15:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:16–11:23, 12:08–12:49, 13:40–15:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:16, Kumbha 11:23, Mina 12:08, Mesha 12:49, Vrishabha 13:40, Mithuna 15:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:59–04:08 (25.12)+2 Ravi Yoga 08:59–00:27 (25.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–00:27 (25.12)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–05:55 (25.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 05:55–08:59 (25.12)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:59–00:27 (25.12)−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 04:13 (26.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 23:17 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 01:30 (26.12) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:59 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:59 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 23:17 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 01:30 (26.12) | yoga Variyana |
| from 04:13 (26.12) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 04:13 (26.12) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 12:34 |
| Moonset | 23:27 |
| Day length | 7 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:59–16:00) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–04:13 (26.12)
Anandadi: Musala 08:59–23:17 Anandadi: Gada 23:17–08:59 (26.12)
- Bhadra on earth: 04:13–15:38 (26.12); Bhadra Puchha 05:57–07:06 (26.12); Bhadra Mukha 07:06–09:01 (26.12)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 15:16 (23.12)–22:54 (27.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:43–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:15–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:40–14:08 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:24 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–01:04 (26.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:40–17:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:52–10:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:37–12:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:22–14:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:43–13:12, 14:08–14:36 |
| Varjyam | 08:40–10:14 (26.12) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:13, Kumbha 11:19, Mina 12:04, Mesha 12:45, Vrishabha 13:37, Mithuna 15:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:59–16:00: 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 = −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: Vyatipata
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:59–04:13 (26.12)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Musala 08:59–23:17−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:59–23:17−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–04:13 (26.12)−3 Vyatipata 08:59–01:30 (26.12)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 08:59
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 03:12 (27.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 22:45 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 23:22 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:38 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:38 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 22:45 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 23:22 | yoga Parigha |
| from 03:12 (27.12) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 03:12 (27.12) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:59 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 16:00 |
| End of twilight | 16:47 |
| Moonrise | 12:43 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 7 h 00 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, Uttara-Bhadra (08:59–16:00) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:59–15:38: 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 04:13–03:12 (27.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:59–22:45 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:59–22:45 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–03:12 (27.12) Ravi Yoga 22:45–07:32 (27.12)
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:59–22:45 Anandadi: Shubha 22:45–09:00 (27.12)
- Bhadra on earth: 04:13–15:38; Bhadra Puchha 05:57–07:06; Bhadra Mukha 07:06–09:01
- Mrityu Panchaka: 15:16 (23.12)–22:54 (27.12)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:16–12:44 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:40–14:08 |
| Godhuli | 16:00–16:34 |
| Pradosha | 16:00–19:24 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–01:04 (27.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:04–19:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:15–15:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:45–11:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:30–13:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:24–10:52, 22:48–23:56 |
| Varjyam | 08:40–10:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 10:09–11:15, 12:00–12:41, 13:33–16:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:09, Kumbha 11:15, Mina 12:00, Mesha 12:41, Vrishabha 13:33, Mithuna 14:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 08:59–16:00: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 08:59–15:38: 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 = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:59–22:45+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–03:12 (27.12)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:59–22:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–22:45+1 Yoga Variyana 08:59–23:22+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:59–22:450 Kharmas−1 Ashtami 08:59–03:12 (27.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 08:59–15:38
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 | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 09:00
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 02:51 (28.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 22:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 21:47 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:57 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:57 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 21:47 | yoga Shiva |
| from 22:54 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 02:51 (28.12) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 02:51 (28.12) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 09:00 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 16:01 |
| End of twilight | 16:48 |
| Moonrise | 12:51 |
| Moonset | 00:53 |
| Day length | 7 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (09:00–16:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 22:54–09:00 (28.12)
Krakacha Yoga 09:00–02:51 (28.12)
Anandadi: Utpata 09:00–22:54 Anandadi: Mrityu 22:54–09:00 (28.12)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 15:16 (23.12)–22:54
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:48–05:02 (28.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:41–14:09 |
| Godhuli | 16:01–16:35 |
| Pradosha | 16:01–19:25 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–01:04 (28.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:29–22:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:30–13:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:52–10:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:38–12:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:16–12:45 |
| Varjyam | 10:49–12:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Dhanu 09:00, Makara 10:05, Kumbha 11:12, Mina 11:56, Mesha 12:37, Vrishabha 13:29, Mithuna 14:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 09:00–16:01: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −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)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:00–22:54+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Yoga Parigha 09:00–10:35−1 Panchaka 09:00–22:54−2 Rikta tithi 09:00–02:51 (28.12)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 09:00–22:54−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:00–02:51 (28.12)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 09:00
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 03:08 (29.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 23:39 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 20:42 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:55 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:55 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 20:42 | yoga Siddha |
| from 23:39 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 03:08 (29.12) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 03:08 (29.12) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 09:00 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 16:02 |
| End of twilight | 16:49 |
| Moonrise | 12:59 |
| Moonset | 02:16 |
| Day length | 7 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:00–23:39 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:00–03:08 (29.12) Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Manasa 09:00–23:39 Anandadi: Padma 23:39–09:00 (29.12)
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:44–03:33 (29.12)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:41–14:10 |
| Godhuli | 16:02–16:36 |
| Pradosha | 16:02–19:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–01:05 (29.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:14–17:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:24–14:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:00–09:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:45–11:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:21–11:49, 14:10–14:38 |
| Varjyam | 19:32–21:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:01–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:25–16:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 10:01–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:25–16:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:01–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:25–16:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:01–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:25–16:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Dhanu 09:00, Makara 10:01, Kumbha 11:08, Mina 11:52, Mesha 12:33, Vrishabha 13:25, Mithuna 14:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +12
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:00–23:39+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:00–03:08 (29.12)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 09:00–23:39+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:00–23:39+1 Yoga Shiva 09:00–20:42+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:00–03:08 (29.12)0 Kharmas
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 15:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mukkoti) · Pausha Putrada Ekadashi |
At sunrise 09:00
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:59 (30.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 00:58 (30.12) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 20:03 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:30 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:30 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 20:03 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 00:58 (30.12) | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 03:59 (30.12) | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 03:59 (30.12) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 09:00 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 16:03 |
| End of twilight | 16:50 |
| Moonrise | 13:09 |
| Moonset | 03:39 |
| Day length | 7 h 03 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, Bharani (09:00–16:03) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:30–16:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mukkoti) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of the month in which the Sun is in Dhanu (Tamil Margazhi). In Vishnu temples the “gates of Vaikuntha” are opened; it is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:08–03:59 (30.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 10:19–10:25 (30.12)
Pausha Putrada Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Pausha: a fast for offspring and the well-being of children. In South India it often coincides with Vaikuntha Ekadashi.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:08–03:59 (30.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 10:19–10:25 (30.12)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 09:00–00:58 (30.12) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:00–03:59 (30.12)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:59–09:00 (30.12)
Anandadi: Chhatra 00:58–09:00 (30.12) Anandadi: Mudgara 09:00–00:58 (30.12)
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:30–03:59 (30.12); Bhadra Puchha 20:32–21:47; Bhadra Mukha 21:47–23:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:17–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:42–14:10 |
| Godhuli | 16:03–16:37 |
| Pradosha | 16:03–19:26 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–01:05 (30.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:54–21:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:39–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:17–15:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:53–10:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:24–10:53, 12:46–13:14 |
| Varjyam | 09:47–11:28 |
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 09:57–11:04, 11:48–12:29, 13:21–16:03 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Dhanu 09:00, Makara 09:57, Kumbha 11:04, Mina 11:48, Mesha 12:29, Vrishabha 13:21, Mithuna 14:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:30
+2 Yoga Siddha 09:00–20:03+2 Ravi Yoga 09:00–00:58 (30.12)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:00–03:59 (30.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:00–03:59 (30.12)0 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:30–03:59 (30.12)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 09:00–00:58 (30.12)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:00–00:58 (30.12)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Yoga Sadhya; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 09:00
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:19 (31.12) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 02:45 (31.12) more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 19:48 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:36 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:36 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 19:48 | yoga Shubha |
| from 02:45 (31.12) | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 05:19 (31.12) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 05:19 (31.12) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 09:00 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 16:04 |
| End of twilight | 16:51 |
| Moonrise | 13:22 |
| Moonset | 05:01 |
| Day length | 7 h 04 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, Krittika (09:00–16:04) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 09:00–02:45 (31.12) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:45–09:00 (31.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:45–09:00 (31.12)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 09:00–02:45 (31.12) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 02:45–09:00 (31.12)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:43–14:11 |
| Godhuli | 16:04–16:38 |
| Pradosha | 16:04–19:27 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–01:06 (31.12) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:11–01:54 (31.12) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:46–11:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:25–14:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:00–09:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:00–09:28, 09:28–09:56 |
| Varjyam | 13:52–15:35 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:53–11:00, 11:44–12:25, 13:17–16:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Dhanu 09:00, Makara 09:53, Kumbha 11:00, Mina 11:44, Mesha 12:25, Vrishabha 13:17, Mithuna 14:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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 09:00–02:45 (31.12)+1 Yoga Sadhya 09:00–19:480 Kharmas0 Tripushkar Yoga 09:00–02:45 (31.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Prajapati |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Ananda (No. 48) · Shaka 1776 · Vikram 1911 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 09:00
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:02 (01.01) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 04:55 (01.01) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:51 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 18:08 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 18:08 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 19:51 | yoga Shukla |
| from 04:55 (01.01) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 07:02 (01.01) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 07:02 (01.01) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 08:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 09:00 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 16:05 |
| End of twilight | 16:52 |
| Moonrise | 13:39 |
| Moonset | 06:22 |
| Day length | 7 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (09:00–16:05) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:05–19:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:55–09:00 (01.01)
Anandadi: Prajapati 09:00–04:55 (01.01) Anandadi: Saumya 04:55–09:00 (01.01)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:44–07:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:18–12:47 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 13:43–14:12 |
| Godhuli | 16:05–16:39 |
| Pradosha | 16:05–19:28 |
| Nishitha | 23:59–01:06 (01.01) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:26–03:10 (01.01) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:12–16:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–13:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:19–15:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:09–15:37 |
| Varjyam | 20:12–21:56 |
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 09:49–10:56, 11:40–12:21, 13:13–16:05 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Dhanu 09:00, Makara 09:49, Kumbha 10:56, Mina 11:40, Mesha 12:21, Vrishabha 13:13, Mithuna 14:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.
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
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Yoga Shubha 09:00–19:51+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 09:00–04:55 (01.01)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:00–04:55 (01.01)+1 Auspicious tithi 09:00–07:02 (01.01)0 Kharmas
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: Keshava; Aditya — Amshu. Full moon in nakshatra Mrigashirsha. Ritu: Hemanta.
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: Krodhana (No. 59)
Shaka Samvat 1776 · Vikram Samvat 1911 · Kali Yuga 4955
Next year — Rakshasa, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 18.03.1855
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
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.
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: 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.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
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.
“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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
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 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — 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 — 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”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
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: 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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
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: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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 — 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)
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: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
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.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The 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 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
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: 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 (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: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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.
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: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
One 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 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
−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.
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: 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: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturti
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
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
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.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: 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: 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
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: 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: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
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: 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: 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: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
+1 — favourable 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: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Inauspicious: portends 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): 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 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).
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: 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): 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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturdashi
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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: 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)
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: 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): 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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−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: Narayana; Aditya — Bhaga. Full moon in nakshatra Pushya. Ritu: Hemanta.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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: 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.
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): 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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: 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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Inauspicious: portends 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 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-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-shashti
plowing the ground
+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: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: 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: 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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
+1 — favourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling