Panchanga Calendar

December 1983

SamvatsaraRudhirodgari (57)MonthKartika → Margashirsha from 5.12RituSharad → Hemanta from 5.12AyanaDakshinayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

December 1983 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Kartika (until 4.12), Margashirsha (from 5.12). Periods: from 16.12 — Kharmas. Major festivals: 19.12 Dattatreya Jayanti. 4.12 — solar eclipse, annular (not visible here); 20.12 — lunar eclipse, penumbral (fully visible).

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

1Chit12until 13:11

2Swa13Masik Shivaratri

3Vish14

4Anu30Amavasya

5Jye1

6Mul2Chandra Darshan

7PAsh3

8UAsh4Vinayaka Chaturthi

9Shra5Vivah Panchami

10Dhan6Skanda Shashti

11Shat7

12PBh8Masik Durgashtami

13UBh9

14Rev10

15Rev11after 10:26

16Ashw11Mokshada Ekadashi

17Bhar12Shani Pradosha

18Krit14

19Roh15Dattatreya Jayanti

20Mrig1Lunar eclipse

21Pun2

22Push3

23Ashl4Sankashti

24Mag5

25PPh6

26UPh7Kalashtami

27Has8

28Chit10

29Swa11Saphala Ekadashi

30Vish12

31Anu13Shani Pradosha

Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable

Markersafter / until HH:MM

Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya

Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed

Icons this month (21)

PradoshaShivaratriSolar eclipse, annularday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Chandra DarshanVinayaka ChaturthiVivah PanchamiSkanda ShashtiGoddess (Durga, Kali)Mokshada EkadashiEkadashiSankrantiDattatreya JayantiAmrita Siddhi Yogaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)Lunar eclipse, penumbralmoment of the full moon (see the time in the “Sky this month” card)Winter solsticeGuru Pushya YogaSankashtiKalashtami

How to read the calendar

Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.

Best days

9.12 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhruva
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
15.12 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra after 10:26 until 11:59
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
19.12 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga after 10:55
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.

Festivals

1.12 Thu Pradosha Vrat
2.12 Fri Masik Shivaratri
4.12 Sun Kartika Amavasya
6.12 Tue Chandra Darshan
8.12 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
9.12 Fri Vivah Panchami
10.12 Sat Skanda Shashti
12.12 Mon Masik Durgashtami
16.12 Fri Mokshada Ekadashi
16.12 Fri Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mukkoti)
16.12 Fri Dhanu Sankranti
16.12 Fri Gita Jayanti
17.12 Sat Shani Pradosha
19.12 Mon Dattatreya Jayanti
19.12 Mon Margashirsha Purnima
23.12 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha)
26.12 Mon Kalashtami
29.12 Thu Saphala Ekadashi
31.12 Sat Shani Pradosha

Special muhurta yogas

9.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:45–21:33
10.12 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 00:23–00:28 (11.12)
13.12 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:50–08:36 (14.12)
15.12 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
16.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:53–11:35
19.12 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
19.12 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:55–08:56 (20.12)
20.12 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:45–08:57 (21.12)
22.12 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12)
22.12 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12)
22.12 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12)
25.12 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:52–08:59 (26.12)
25.12 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 21:52–08:59 (26.12)
30.12 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:08–08:59 (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

2.12 Fri — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Gada, Yoga Atiganda
3.12 Sat — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Eclipse nearby
4.12 Sun — Anandadi: Mrityu, Amavasya, Eclipse (not visible here) (unfavourable day)
12.12 Mon — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth, Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
13.12 Tue — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi, Panchaka
16.12 Fri — Sankranti day, Anandadi: Vajra, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
17.12 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
20.12 Tue — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
22.12 Thu — Bhadra on earth
23.12 Fri — Anandadi: Mrityu, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vaidhriti (unfavourable day)
24.12 Sat — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
27.12 Tue — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)

Sky this month

4.12 New moon (Amavasya) 15:25
4.12 Solar eclipse, annular, greatest eclipse 15:30, magnitude 0.967
not visible here (outside the eclipse zone)
16.12 Dhanu Sankranti 07:15 — the Sun enters Dhanu (Sagittarius)
20.12 Full moon (Purnima) 05:00
20.12 Lunar eclipse, penumbral, greatest eclipse 04:49, magnitude 0.890
fully visible: 02:47–06:50, maximum eclipse here 04:49, magnitude 0.890
22.12 Winter solstice 13:30

Periods

from 16.12 Kharmas
10.12 10:59 – 15.12 10:26 Mrityu Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Rudhirodgari (No. 57, “spewing blood”) — A bloody year: wars, violence and wounds; a time for caution. more

Northern samvatsara: Dhata. Shaka Samvat 1905, Vikram Samvat 2040, Kali Yuga 5084.

Kartika (Urja) — The holiest month for Vishnu: oil lamps (deepas), Govardhan Puja, Devutthana Ekadashi (end of Chaturmasya), Kartika Purnima. more

Margashirsha (Sahas) — The month of which Krishna says: “Among the months I am Margashirsha” (Bhagavad Gita 10.35). Gita Jayanti, Datta Jayanti. 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	Favourable day — Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 13:11
Month	Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Pradosha Vrat

At sunrise 08:33

Tithi	12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 17:37 more
Nakshatra	Chitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 13:11 more
Yoga	Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 15:52 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 17:37 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 13:11	nakshatra Swati
from 15:52	yoga Shobhana
from 17:37	tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 17:37	karana Gara
from 05:00 (02.12)	karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:49
Sunrise	08:33
Noon	12:18
Sunset	16:02
End of twilight	16:47
Moonrise	04:07
Moonset	15:01
Day length	7 h 28 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 13:11

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 (08:33–13:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (13:11–16:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:37–19:21
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:37–08:35 (02.12)

Anandadi: Chara 08:33–13:11 Anandadi: Sthira 13:11–08:35 (02.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:21–07:27
Abhijit Muhurta	12:03–12:33
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:03
Godhuli	16:02–16:35
Pradosha	16:02–19:21
Nishitha	23:46–00:52 (02.12)
Amrita Kalam	04:02–05:36 (02.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	13:14–14:10
Yamaganda	08:33–09:30
Gulika Kalam	10:26–11:22
Dur Muhurta	11:03–11:33, 14:03–14:32
Varjyam	18:39–20:13

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:53–12:58, 13:42–14:23, 15:16–16:02

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 11:53–12:58, 13:42–14:23, 15:16–16:02
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 11:53–12:58, 13:42–14:23, 15:16–16:02
Bathing, washing hair	good 08:33–10:00, 11:53–12:58, 13:42–14:23 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra until 13:11, Swati from 13:11; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Vrischika 08:33, Dhanu 10:00, Makara 11:53, Kumbha 12:58, Mina 13:42, Mesha 14:23, Vrishabha 15:16

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 13:11) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 13:11) — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time ends by 13:11

+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:33–13:11+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:33–13:11+1 Yoga Saubhagya 08:33–15:52+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.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:33

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Gada
Month	Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Masik Shivaratri

At sunrise 08:35

Tithi	13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 16:28 more
Nakshatra	Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 12:38 more
Yoga	Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 13:43 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 16:28 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 12:38	nakshatra Vishakha
from 13:43	yoga Atiganda
from 16:28	tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 16:28	karana Vishti
from 04:02 (03.12)	karana Shakuni

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:50
Sunrise	08:35
Noon	12:18
Sunset	16:01
End of twilight	16:46
Moonrise	05:33
Moonset	15:14
Day length	7 h 26 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 3, bad — 3

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, Swati (08:35–12:38) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (12:38–16:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

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, 23:46–00:52 (03.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:35–12:38

Anandadi: Matanga 12:38–08:37 (03.12) Anandadi: Gada 08:35–12:38

Bhadra in the netherworld: 16:28–04:02 (03.12); Bhadra Mukha 16:28–18:24; Bhadra Puchha 02:56–04:05 (03.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:23–07:29
Abhijit Muhurta	12:03–12:33
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	16:01–16:34
Pradosha	16:01–19:20
Nishitha	23:46–00:52 (03.12)
Amrita Kalam	03:42–05:18 (03.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:22–12:18
Yamaganda	14:10–15:06
Gulika Kalam	09:31–10:27
Dur Muhurta	10:04–10:34, 12:33–13:03
Varjyam	18:11–19:46

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:35–12:54, 13:38–14:19, 15:12–16:01

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average 08:35–12:54, 13:38–14:19, 15:12–16:01
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 08:35–12:54, 13:38–14:19, 15:12–16:01
Bathing, washing hair	good 08:35–09:56, 11:49–12:38

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 12:38, Vishakha from 12:38; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Vrischika 08:35, Dhanu 09:56, Makara 11:49, Kumbha 12:54, Mina 13:38, Mesha 14:19, Vrishabha 15:12

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 12:38) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 12:38) — loss of money; 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:35–12:38+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:35–13:43+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Matanga 12:38–08:37 (03.12)0 Yoga Atiganda 13:43–15:56−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:35–12:38−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:35–12:38

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:35

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:37

Tithi	14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:43 more
Nakshatra	Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 12:26 more
Yoga	Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 11:52 more
Karana	Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:43 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 11:52	yoga Sukarma
from 12:26	nakshatra Anuradha
from 15:43	tithi Amavasya
from 15:43	karana Chatushpada
from 03:30 (04.12)	karana Naga

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:51
Sunrise	08:37
Noon	12:19
Sunset	16:00
End of twilight	16:46
Moonrise	06:58
Moonset	15:32
Day length	7 h 23 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, bad — 4

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 12:26	from 15:43

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:37–12:26) is good for sowing, for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (12:26–16:00) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Shakuni 08:37–15:43: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
Chatushpada 15:43–16:00: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Krishna-chaturdashi 08:37–15:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:37–15:43

Anandadi: Shubha 08:37–12:26 Anandadi: Amrita 12:26–08:38 (04.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:24–07:30
Abhijit Muhurta	12:04–12:33
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	02:11–03:48 (04.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:28–11:23
Yamaganda	13:14–14:10
Gulika Kalam	08:37–09:32
Dur Muhurta	08:37–09:06, 09:06–09:36
Varjyam	16:29–18:06

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 12:26–12:50, 13:34–14:15, 15:08–16:00

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 12:26, Anuradha from 12:26; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 15:43, Amavasya from 15:43; lagna Vrischika 08:37, Dhanu 09:52, Makara 11:45, Kumbha 12:50, Mina 13:34, Mesha 14:15, Vrishabha 15:08

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 12:26) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 12:26) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-chaturdashi 08:37–15:43: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Amavasya 15:43–16:00: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:37–15:43+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:37–12:26+1 Yoga Sukarma 11:52–08:38 (04.12)0 Auspicious nakshatra 12:26–08:38 (04.12)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:37–15:43

Panchanga at sunrise 08:37

Summary	Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Amavasya
Month	Kartika (amanta) · Margashirsha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Kartika Amavasya · Solar eclipse, annular (not visible here)

At sunrise 08:38

Tithi	30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 15:25 more
Nakshatra	Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 12:42 more
Yoga	Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 10:22 more
Karana	Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:25 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 10:22	yoga Dhriti
from 12:42	nakshatra Jyestha
from 15:25	tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 15:25	karana Kimstughna
from 03:28 (05.12)	karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:53
Sunrise	08:38
Noon	12:19
Sunset	16:00
End of twilight	16:45
Moonrise	08:22
Moonset	15:55
Day length	7 h 21 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)	15:25
Solar eclipse, annular	greatest eclipse 15:30, magnitude 0.967
Visibility	not visible here (outside the eclipse zone)

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 2, bad — 11

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 12:42	from 15:25

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (08:38–12:42) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (12:42–16:00) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Naga 08:38–15:25: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Kimstughna 15:25–16:00: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Kartika Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:43 (03.12)–15:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:25–08:40 (05.12)

Anandadi: Mrityu 08:38–12:42 Anandadi: Kana 12:42–08:40 (05.12)

Gandanta (tithi): 15:02–15:50
Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:12–19:43 (05.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:25–07:32
Abhijit Muhurta	12:04–12:34
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	16:00–16:33
Pradosha	16:00–19:20
Nishitha	23:46–00:53 (05.12)
Amrita Kalam	04:22–06:01 (05.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:05–16:00
Yamaganda	12:19–13:14
Gulika Kalam	14:09–15:05
Dur Muhurta	15:01–15:30
Varjyam	18:28–20:07

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 08:38–09:48, 11:41–12:42

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 12:42, Jyestha from 12:42; tithi Amavasya until 15:25, Shukla-pratipat from 15:25; lagna Vrischika 08:38, Dhanu 09:48, Makara 11:41, Kumbha 12:46, Mina 13:30, Mesha 14:11, Vrishabha 15:04

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 12:42) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 12:42) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Amavasya 08:38–15:25: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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

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: Anandadi: Mrityu

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:38–12:42+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:38–10:220 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:25–08:40 (05.12)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:42–08:40 (05.12)−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−3 Amavasya 08:38–15:25−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:38–12:42

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:38

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:40

Tithi	1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 15:39 more
Nakshatra	Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 13:27 more Gandamula
Yoga	Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 09:15 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 15:39 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 09:15	yoga Shula
from 13:27	nakshatra Mula
from 15:39	tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 15:39	karana Balava
from 03:58 (06.12)	karana Kaulava
from 08:34 (06.12)	yoga Ganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:54
Sunrise	08:40
Noon	12:20
Sunset	15:59
End of twilight	16:45
Moonrise	09:40
Moonset	16:27
Day length	7 h 19 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 15:39

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (08:40–13:27) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (13:27–15:59) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:27–15:39 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:39–08:41 (06.12)

Anandadi: Padma 08:40–13:27 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:27–08:41 (06.12)

Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:12–19:43
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:26–07:33
Abhijit Muhurta	12:05–12:34
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	15:59–16:32
Pradosha	15:59–19:19
Nishitha	23:47–00:54 (06.12)
Amrita Kalam	07:59–09:40 (06.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:35–10:30
Yamaganda	11:25–12:19
Gulika Kalam	13:14–14:09
Dur Muhurta	12:34–13:03, 14:02–14:31
Varjyam	none on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:37–12:42, 13:26–14:07, 15:00–15:59

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 11:37–12:42, 13:26–14:07, 15:00–15:59
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 11:37–12:42, 13:26–14:07, 15:00–15:59
Bathing, washing hair	average 08:40–09:44, 11:37–12:42, 13:26–14:07 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 13:27, Mula from 13:27; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 15:39, Shukla-dvitya from 15:39; lagna Vrischika 08:40, Dhanu 09:44, Makara 11:37, Kumbha 12:42, Mina 13:26, Mesha 14:07, Vrishabha 15:00

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 13:27) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 13:27) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:40–13:27+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:40–09:15+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 15:39–08:41 (06.12)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:39–08:41 (06.12)0 Yoga Shula 09:15–11:120 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:27–08:41 (06.12)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:27–15:39−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Gandanta 08:40–19:43−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:40–13:27

Panchanga at sunrise 08:40

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, 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	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Chandra Darshan

At sunrise 08:41

Tithi	2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 16:26 more
Nakshatra	Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 14:44 more Gandamula
Yoga	Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 08:18 (07.12) more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 16:26 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 14:44	nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 16:26	tithi Shukla-tritya
from 16:26	karana Taitila
from 05:02 (07.12)	karana Gara
from 08:18 (07.12)	yoga Vriddhi

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:56
Sunrise	08:41
Noon	12:20
Sunset	15:58
End of twilight	16:44
Moonrise	10:47
Moonset	17:10
Day length	7 h 17 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 3, bad — 7

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 14:44

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (08:41–14:44) is good for sowing, for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (14:44–15:58) is good for root crops.

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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, 15:58–17:10
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 15:58–17:10

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:26–08:43 (07.12)

Anandadi: Chhatra 08:41–14:44 Anandadi: Mitra 14:44–08:43 (07.12)

Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:28–07:34
Abhijit Muhurta	12:05–12:34
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	07:59–09:40

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:09–15:04
Yamaganda	10:31–11:25
Gulika Kalam	12:20–13:14
Dur Muhurta	10:09–10:38, 22:40–23:47
Varjyam	13:02–14:44, 01:03–02:46 (07.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:33–12:38, 13:22–14:03, 14:56–15:58

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 11:33–12:38, 13:22–14:03, 14:56–15:58
Cutting fingernails	average 11:33–12:38, 13:22–14:03, 14:56–15:58
Cutting toenails	bad throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hair	average 08:41–09:40, 11:33–12:38, 13:22–14:03 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 14:44, Purva-Ashadha from 14:44; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Vrischika 08:41, Dhanu 09:40, Makara 11:33, Kumbha 12:38, Mina 13:22, Mesha 14:03, Vrishabha 14:56

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 14:44) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 14:44) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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: Chhatra 08:41–14:44+1 Auspicious tithi 08:41–16:26−1 Yoga Ganda 08:41–10:56−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:41–14:44

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:41

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:43

Tithi	3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 17:46 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 16:33 more
Yoga	Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 08:26 (08.12) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 17:46 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 16:33	nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 17:46	tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 17:46	karana Vanija
from 06:39 (08.12)	karana Vishti
from 08:26 (08.12)	yoga Dhruva

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:57
Sunrise	08:43
Noon	12:20
Sunset	15:58
End of twilight	16:44
Moonrise	11:40
Moonset	18:07
Day length	7 h 15 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (08:43–15:58) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 16:33–08:44 (08.12)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:43–17:46 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:43–17:46 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:33–17:46

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:43–16:33 Anandadi: Vajra 16:33–08:44 (08.12)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:39–19:38 (08.12); Bhadra Mukha 06:42–08:51 (08.12); Bhadra Puchha 18:20–19:38 (08.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:29–07:36
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	15:58–16:31
Pradosha	15:58–19:19
Nishitha	23:47–00:55 (08.12)
Amrita Kalam	11:23–13:06

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	01:19–03:04 (08.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hair	good 08:43–09:36, 11:29–12:34, 13:18–13:59 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Vrischika 08:43, Dhanu 09:36, Makara 11:29, Kumbha 12:34, Mina 13:18, Mesha 13:59, Vrishabha 14:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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: Shrivatsa 08:43–16:33+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:43–08:26 (08.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:43–17:46−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:43–16:33−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:43–17:46−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:43–17:46

Panchanga at sunrise 08:43

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Vinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 08:44

Tithi	4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 19:38 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:51 more
Yoga	Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 08:55 (09.12) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 19:38 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 18:51	nakshatra Shravana
from 19:38	tithi Shukla-panchami
from 19:38	karana Bava
from 08:43 (09.12)	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:58
Sunrise	08:44
Noon	12:21
Sunset	15:57
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	12:18
Moonset	19:14
Day length	7 h 13 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, Uttara-Ashadha (08:44–15:57) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:44–15:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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), 11:37–13:04
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:44–18:51 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:38–08:45 (09.12)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:44–19:38

Anandadi: Saumya 08:44–12:14 Anandadi: Dhwaja 20:37–08:45 (09.12) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 12:14–20:37

Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:39–19:38; Bhadra Mukha 06:42–08:51; Bhadra Puchha 18:20–19:38

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:30–07:37
Abhijit Muhurta	12:06–12:35
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	15:57–16:31
Pradosha	15:57–19:19
Nishitha	23:48–00:55 (09.12)
Amrita Kalam	11:50–13:35

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	13:15–14:09
Yamaganda	08:44–09:38
Gulika Kalam	10:32–11:27
Dur Muhurta	11:09–11:37, 14:02–14:31
Varjyam	23:18–01:05 (09.12)

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 Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Vrischika 08:44, Dhanu 09:32, Makara 11:25, Kumbha 12:30, Mina 13:14, Mesha 13:55, Vrishabha 14:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-chaturti 08:44–15:57: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Ravi Yoga 08:44–18:51+1 Anandadi: Saumya 08:44–12:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:44–18:51+1 Yoga Dhruva all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:44–19:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 12:14–20:37−2 Rikta tithi 08:44–19:38−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:44–19:38

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:44

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	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Vivah Panchami

At sunrise 08:45

Tithi	5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 21:53 more
Nakshatra	Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 21:33 more
Yoga	Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 08:55 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 21:53 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 08:55	yoga Vyaghata
from 21:33	nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 21:53	tithi Shukla-shashti
from 21:53	karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	07:59
Sunrise	08:45
Noon	12:21
Sunset	15:57
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	12:45
Moonset	20:26
Day length	7 h 11 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (08:45–15:57) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Vivah Panchami · Rama and Sita

The wedding anniversary of Rama and Sita: in Ayodhya and Janakpur the wedding ceremony is re-enacted.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:38 (08.12)–21:53
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:45–21:33 Ravi Yoga 21:33–08:47 (10.12) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:53–08:47 (10.12)

Anandadi: Prajapati 21:33–08:47 (10.12) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:45–21:33

Gandanta (tithi): 21:27–22:20

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 (10.12)
Amrita Kalam	09:59–11:45

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:27–12:21
Yamaganda	14:09–15:03
Gulika Kalam	09:39–10:33
Dur Muhurta	10:12–10:40, 12:36–13:04
Varjyam	02:02–03:50 (10.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:21–12:26, 13:10–13:51, 14:44–15:57

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 11:21–12:26, 13:10–13:51, 14:44–15:57
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 11:21–12:26, 13:10–13:51, 14:44–15:57
Bathing, washing hair	good 08:45–09:28, 11:21–12:26, 13:10–13:51 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Vrischika 08:45, Dhanu 09:28, Makara 11:21, Kumbha 12:26, Mina 13:10, Mesha 13:51, Vrishabha 14:44

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); 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 08:45–21:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:45–21:33+1 Yoga Dhruva 08:45–08:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:45–21:53−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:45–21:33−1 Yoga Vyaghata 08:55–12:38

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:45

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Panchaka
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Skanda Shashti

At sunrise 08:47

Tithi	6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:23 (11.12) more
Nakshatra	Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 00:28 (11.12) more
Yoga	Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 09:39 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 11:07 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 09:39	yoga Harshana
from 11:07	karana Taitila
from 00:23 (11.12)	tithi Shukla-saptami
from 00:23 (11.12)	karana Gara
from 00:28 (11.12)	nakshatra Shatabhisha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:00
Sunrise	08:47
Noon	12:22
Sunset	15:57
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	13:04
Moonset	21:40
Day length	7 h 09 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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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 21:53 (09.12)–00:23 (11.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:47–00:28 (11.12) Dwipushkar Yoga 00:23–00:28 (11.12)

Krakacha Yoga 08:47–00:23 (11.12) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:23–08:48 (11.12)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:47–00:28 (11.12) Anandadi: Ananda 00:28–08:48 (11.12)

Mrityu Panchaka: 10:59–10:26 (15.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:32–07:39
Abhijit Muhurta	12:07–12:36
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	15:57–16:30
Pradosha	15:57–19:19
Nishitha	23:49–00:56 (11.12)
Amrita Kalam	12:48–14:36

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:34–11:28
Yamaganda	13:15–14:09
Gulika Kalam	08:47–09:40
Dur Muhurta	08:47–09:15, 09:15–09:44
Varjyam	08:34–10:22 (11.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:17–12:22, 13:06–13:47, 14:40–15:57

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 11:17–12:22, 13:06–13:47, 14:40–15:57
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 11:17–12:22, 13:06–13:47, 14:40–15:57
Bathing, washing hair	average 08:47–09:25, 11:17–12:22, 13:06–13:47 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Vrischika 08:47, Dhanu 09:25, Makara 11:17, Kumbha 12:22, Mina 13:06, Mesha 13:47, Vrishabha 14:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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 08:47–00:28 (11.12)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:47–00:28 (11.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:47–00:28 (11.12)+1 Yoga Harshana 09:39–08:48 (11.12)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 00:23–00:28 (11.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 10:59–08:48 (11.12)−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:47–00:23 (11.12)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:47

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Harshana; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Panchaka
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:48

Tithi	7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 02:56 (12.12) more
Nakshatra	Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 03:26 (12.12) more
Yoga	Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 10:29 more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 13:40 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:29	yoga Vajra
from 13:40	karana Vanija
from 02:56 (12.12)	tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 02:56 (12.12)	karana Vishti
from 03:26 (12.12)	nakshatra Purva-Bhadra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:02
Sunrise	08:48
Noon	12:22
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	13:18
Moonset	22:54
Day length	7 h 08 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (08:48–15:56) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Samvartaka Yoga 08:48–02:56 (12.12) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:26–08:49 (12.12)

Anandadi: Chara 03:26–08:49 (12.12) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:48–03:26 (12.12)

Bhadra on earth: 02:56–16:09 (12.12); Bhadra Puchha 04:54–06:13 (12.12); Bhadra Mukha 06:13–08:25 (12.12)
Mrityu Panchaka: 10:59 (10.12)–10:26 (15.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:33–07:41
Abhijit Muhurta	12:08–12:36
Vijaya Muhurta	13:33–14:02
Godhuli	15:56–16:30
Pradosha	15:56–19:19
Nishitha	23:49–00:56 (12.12)
Amrita Kalam	19:21–21:09

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:03–15:56
Yamaganda	12:22–13:16
Gulika Kalam	14:09–15:03
Dur Muhurta	14:59–15:28
Varjyam	08:34–10:22

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hair	average throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Vrischika 08:48, Dhanu 09:21, Makara 11:14, Kumbha 12:18, Mina 13:02, Mesha 13:43, Vrishabha 14:37

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:48–03:26 (12.12)+1 Yoga Harshana 08:48–10:29+1 Auspicious tithi 08:48–02:56 (12.12)0 Yoga Vajra 10:29–11:44−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:48–03:26 (12.12)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Samvartaka Yoga 08:48–02:56 (12.12)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:48

Summary	Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Festivals	Masik Durgashtami

At sunrise 08:49

Tithi	8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 05:17 (13.12) more
Nakshatra	Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:13 (13.12) more
Yoga	Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 11:17 more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:09 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 11:17	yoga Siddhi
from 16:09	karana Bava
from 05:17 (13.12)	tithi Shukla-navami
from 05:17 (13.12)	karana Balava
from 06:13 (13.12)	nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:03
Sunrise	08:49
Noon	12:23
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:42
Moonrise	13:30
Moonset	none
Day length	7 h 06 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, Purva-Bhadra (08:49–15:56) 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.

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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 02:56–05:17 (13.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 06:13–08:50 (13.12)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:49–05:17 (13.12)

Anandadi: Musala 08:49–06:13 (13.12) Anandadi: Gada 06:13–08:50 (13.12)

Bhadra on earth: 02:56–16:09; Bhadra Puchha 04:54–06:13; Bhadra Mukha 06:13–08:25
Mrityu Panchaka: 10:59 (10.12)–10:26 (15.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:34–07:42
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 (13.12)
Amrita Kalam	21:17–23:04

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:42–10:36
Yamaganda	11:29–12:23
Gulika Kalam	13:16–14:09
Dur Muhurta	12:37–13:05, 14:02–14:31
Varjyam	10:35–12:22

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 08:49–09:17, 11:10–12:14, 12:58–13:39 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Vrischika 08:49, Dhanu 09:17, Makara 11:10, Kumbha 12:14, Mina 12:58, Mesha 13:39, Vrishabha 14:33

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:

Shukla-ashtami 08:49–15:56: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −7

Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth, Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)

+1 Yoga Siddhi 11:17–08:50 (13.12)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Ashtami 08:49–05:17 (13.12)−1 Anandadi: Musala 08:49–06:13 (13.12)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:49–06:13 (13.12)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:49–05:17 (13.12)−3 Bhadra on earth 08:49–16:09

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:49

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:50

Tithi	9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 07:14 (14.12) more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 08:36 (14.12) more
Yoga	Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 11:54 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 18:19 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 11:54	yoga Vyatipata
from 18:19	karana Kaulava
from 07:14 (14.12)	tithi Shukla-dashami
from 07:14 (14.12)	karana Taitila
from 08:36 (14.12)	nakshatra Revati

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:04
Sunrise	08:50
Noon	12:23
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:42
Moonrise	13:40
Moonset	00:08
Day length	7 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (08:50–15:56) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:50–08:36 (14.12) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:50–08:36 (14.12) Ravi Yoga all day

Krakacha Yoga 07:14–08:51 (14.12)

Anandadi: Siddhi 08:50–08:36 (14.12) Anandadi: Shubha 08:36–08:51 (14.12)

Mrityu Panchaka: 10:59 (10.12)–10:26 (15.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:35–07:43
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 (14.12)
Amrita Kalam	03:19–05:05 (14.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:09–15:03
Yamaganda	10:37–11:30
Gulika Kalam	12:23–13:16
Dur Muhurta	10:15–10:44, 22:42–23:50
Varjyam	16:46–18:32

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 08:50–09:13, 11:06–12:11, 12:55–13:36 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Vrischika 08:50, Dhanu 09:13, Makara 11:06, Kumbha 12:11, Mina 12:55, Mesha 13:36, Vrishabha 14:29

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-navami 08:50–15:56: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Vyatipata 11:54–15:56: 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 = +3

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:50–08:36 (14.12)+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:50–11:54+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:50–08:36 (14.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:50–08:36 (14.12)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:50–08:36 (14.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 08:50–07:14 (14.12)−3 Vyatipata 11:54–08:51 (14.12)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:50

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vyatipata, Surya Dagdha tithi
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:51

Tithi	10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 08:35 (15.12) more
Nakshatra	Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 10:26 (15.12) more Gandamula
Yoga	Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 12:11 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 19:59 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 12:11	yoga Variyana
from 19:59	karana Gara
from 08:35 (15.12)	tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 08:35 (15.12)	karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:05
Sunrise	08:51
Noon	12:24
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:42
Moonrise	13:50
Moonset	01:21
Day length	7 h 04 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 3, 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, Revati (08:51–15:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Anandadi: Utpata all day

Mrityu Panchaka: 10:59 (10.12)–10:26 (15.12)
Gandanta (nakshatra): 04:02–16:47 (15.12)
Gandanta (tithi): 08:10–09:00 (15.12)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dashami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:36–07:44
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 (15.12)
Amrita Kalam	07:51–09:34 (15.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:24–13:17
Yamaganda	09:44–10:37
Gulika Kalam	11:30–12:24
Dur Muhurta	12:09–12:38
Varjyam	21:31–23:14

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:51–13:32, 14:25–15:56

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 12:51–13:32, 14:25–15:56
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 12:51–13:32, 14:25–15:56
Bathing, washing hair	good 08:51–09:09, 11:02–12:07, 12:51–13:32 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Vrischika 08:51, Dhanu 09:09, Makara 11:02, Kumbha 12:07, Mina 12:51, Mesha 13:32, Vrishabha 14:25, Mithuna 15:54

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:

Vyatipata 08:51–12:11: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:51–08:35 (15.12)+1 Yoga Variyana 12:11–08:52 (15.12)0 Anandadi: Utpata all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:51–08:35 (15.12)−1 Vyatipata 08:51–12:11

Panchanga at sunrise 08:51

Summary	Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 10:26; auspicious time — until 11:59
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more

At sunrise 08:52

Tithi	11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:16 (16.12) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
Nakshatra	Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 10:26 more Gandamula
Yoga	Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 11:59 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 21:01 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrischika (Scorpio), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 10:26	nakshatra Ashwini
from 11:59	yoga Parigha
from 21:01	karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:06
Sunrise	08:52
Noon	12:24
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:42
Moonrise	14:00
Moonset	02:36
Day length	7 h 03 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 10:26

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, Revati (08:52–10:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:52–10:26 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Ravi Yoga 07:15–08:53 (16.12)

Anandadi: Mitra 08:52–10:26 Anandadi: Manasa 10:26–08:53 (16.12)

Bhadra in heaven: 21:01–09:16 (16.12); Bhadra Puchha 01:52–03:06 (16.12); Bhadra Mukha 03:06–05:09 (16.12)
Mrityu Panchaka: 10:59 (10.12)–10:26
Gandanta (nakshatra): 04:02–16:47
Gandanta (tithi): 08:10–09:00
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:37–07:45
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 (16.12)
Amrita Kalam	07:51–09:34, 04:02–05:43 (16.12)

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	07:24–09:04 (16.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:58–12:03, 12:47–13:28, 14:21–15:56

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 10:58–12:03, 12:47–13:28, 14:21–15:56
Cutting fingernails	average throughout the daytime
Cutting toenails	good 10:58–12:03, 12:47–13:28, 14:21–15:56
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:58–12:03, 12:47–13:28, 14:21–15:56

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati until 10:26, Ashwini from 10:26; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Vrischika 08:52, Dhanu 09:05, Makara 10:58, Kumbha 12:03, Mina 12:47, Mesha 13:28, Vrishabha 14:21, Mithuna 15:50

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 10:26) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 10:26) — joy; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time begins after 10:26

Auspicious time ends by 11:59

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 08:52–10:26+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:52–10:26+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:52–10:26+1 Yoga Variyana 08:52–11:59+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day−1 Yoga Parigha 11:59–23:38−1 Gandanta 08:52–16:47−1 Panchaka 08:52–10:26−2 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.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:52

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Anandadi: Vajra
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Mokshada Ekadashi · Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Mukkoti) · Dhanu Sankranti · Gita Jayanti

At sunrise 08:53

Tithi	11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:16 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
Nakshatra	Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 11:35 more Gandamula
Yoga	Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 11:16 more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:16 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:16	tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 09:16	karana Bava
from 11:16	yoga Shiva
from 11:35	nakshatra Bharani
from 21:19	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:06
Sunrise	08:53
Noon	12:25
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	14:12
Moonset	03:54
Day length	7 h 02 min

Sky

Dhanu Sankranti	07:15 — the Sun enters Dhanu (Sagittarius)

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 09:16	from 11:35

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (11:35–15:56) is good for root crops.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:53–09:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Mokshada Ekadashi · Vishnu

The “liberation-giving” Ekadashi of Margashirsha; on this day Krishna imparted the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna (Gita Jayanti). Devotees fast, read the Gita and perform ancestor rites.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:35 (15.12)–09:16
Ekadashi prevails at two sunrises, but on the first day Dashami extends into Arunodaya — everyone fasts on the second day
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:54–09:12 (17.12)

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.

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, 08:53–13:39
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Gita Jayanti · Krishna

The anniversary of the Bhagavad Gita, imparted by Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. The entire Gita is recited, and discourses and homas are held.

Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:53–09:16 Ravi Yoga 08:53–11:35 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:53–11:35

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:16–08:54 (17.12)

Anandadi: Vajra 08:53–11:35 Anandadi: Mudgara 11:35–08:54 (17.12)

Bhadra in heaven: 21:01 (15.12)–09:16; Bhadra Puchha 01:52–03:06; Bhadra Mukha 03:06–05:09
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:38–07:45
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 (17.12)
Amrita Kalam	07:08–08:46 (17.12)

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	07:24–09:04, 21:22–23:00

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:54–11:35

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini until 11:35, Bharani from 11:35; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 09:16, Shukla-dvadashi from 09:16; lagna Vrischika 08:53, Dhanu 09:01, Makara 10:54, Kumbha 11:59, Mina 12:43, Mesha 13:24, Vrishabha 14:17, Mithuna 15:46

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 11:35) — joy; Bharani (from 11:35) — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Sankranti at 07:15 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +6

Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:53–11:35+2 Ravi Yoga 08:53–11:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:53–11:35+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:53–09:16+1 Yoga Shiva 11:16–08:54 (17.12)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:53–09:160 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:16–08:54 (17.12) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:53–09:16−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:35–08:54 (17.12)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:53–11:35−1 Sankranti 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.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:53

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Shani Pradosha

At sunrise 08:54

Tithi	12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 09:12 more
Nakshatra	Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 12:02 more
Yoga	Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 09:59 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 09:12 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:12	tithi Shukla-triodashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 09:12	karana Kaulava
from 09:59	yoga Siddha
from 12:02	nakshatra Krittika
from 20:53	karana Taitila
from 08:08 (18.12)	yoga Sadhya
from 08:25 (18.12)	tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 08:25 (18.12)	karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:07
Sunrise	08:54
Noon	12:25
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	14:27
Moonset	05:15
Day length	7 h 01 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 2, bad — 5

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 09:12	from 12:02

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 (08:54–12:02) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (12:02–15:56) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Shani Pradosha · Shiva

Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 15:56–19:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:25–08:55 (18.12)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 12:02–08:55 (18.12) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:54–12:02

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 (18.12)
Amrita Kalam	none on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:40–11:32
Yamaganda	13:18–14:10
Gulika Kalam	08:54–09:47
Dur Muhurta	08:54–09:22, 09:22–09:50
Varjyam	23:54–01:29 (18.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:50–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:13–15:56

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 10:50–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:13–15:56
Cutting fingernails	bad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenails	average 10:50–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:13–15:56
Bathing, washing hair	average 10:50–11:55, 12:39–13:20, 14:13–15:56

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani until 12:02, Krittika from 12:02; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 09:12, Shukla-triodashi from 09:12; lagna Vrischika 08:54, Dhanu 08:57, Makara 10:50, Kumbha 11:55, Mina 12:39, Mesha 13:20, Vrishabha 14:13, Mithuna 15:42

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 12:02) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 12:02) — 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+2 Yoga Siddha 09:59–08:08 (18.12)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 12:02–08:55 (18.12)+1 Auspicious tithi 09:12–08:25 (18.12)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:54–12:02−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:54–12:02−2 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.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:54

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Dhumra
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:55

Tithi	14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 06:59 (19.12) more
Nakshatra	Krittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 11:47 more
Yoga	Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 05:47 (19.12) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 19:46 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 11:47	nakshatra Rohini
from 19:46	karana Vanija
from 05:47 (19.12)	yoga Shubha
from 06:59 (19.12)	tithi Purnima
from 06:59 (19.12)	karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:08
Sunrise	08:55
Noon	12:26
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	14:48
Moonset	06:40
Day length	7 h 01 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 11:47

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (08:55–11:47) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (11:47–15:56) is good for sowing.
Shukla-chaturdashi 08:55–15:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 11:47–08:56 (19.12)

Anandadi: Prajapati 11:47–08:56 (19.12) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:55–11:47

Bhadra in heaven: 06:59–18:03 (19.12); Bhadra Puchha 14:08–15:14 (19.12); Bhadra Mukha 15:14–17:04 (19.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:39–07:47
Abhijit Muhurta	12:11–12:40
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	09:24–10:59, 07:50–09:22 (19.12)

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	03:12–04:45 (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 12:35–13:16, 14:09–15:56

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika until 11:47, Rohini from 11:47; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Dhanu 08:55, Makara 10:46, Kumbha 11:51, Mina 12:35, Mesha 13:16, Vrishabha 14:09, Mithuna 15:38

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 11:47) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 11:47) — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Shukla-chaturdashi 08:55–15:56: 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 Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Ravi Yoga 11:47–08:56 (19.12)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 11:47–08:56 (19.12)+1 Yoga Sadhya 08:55–05:47 (19.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:47–08:56 (19.12)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:55–11:47−2 Rikta tithi 08:55–06:59 (19.12)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:55

Summary	Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha; auspicious time — after 10:55
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Dattatreya Jayanti · Margashirsha Purnima

At sunrise 08:56

Tithi	15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 05:00 (20.12) more
Nakshatra	Rohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 10:55 more
Yoga	Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 02:59 (20.12) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:03 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 10:55	nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 18:03	karana Bava
from 02:59 (20.12)	yoga Shukla
from 05:00 (20.12)	tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 05:00 (20.12)	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:09
Sunrise	08:56
Noon	12:26
Sunset	15:56
End of twilight	16:43
Moonrise	15:17
Moonset	08:06
Day length	7 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 10:55

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (08:56–10:55) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (10:55–15:56) is good 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.

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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, 15:56–19:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Margashirsha Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon of Margashirsha: Dattatreya Jayanti and Annapurna Jayanti.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:59–05:00 (20.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:56–10:55 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:55–08:56 (20.12)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:56–10:55 Anandadi: Ananda 10:55–08:56 (20.12)

Bhadra in heaven: 06:59–18:03; Bhadra Puchha 14:08–15:14; Bhadra Mukha 15:14–17:04
Gandanta (tithi): 04:38–05:21 (20.12)

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 (20.12)
Amrita Kalam	07:50–09:22, 01:14–02:45 (20.12)

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	16:11–17:42

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 10:42–11:47, 12:31–13:12, 14:05–15:56

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini until 10:55, Mrigashirsha from 10:55; tithi Purnima; lagna Dhanu 08:56, Makara 10:42, Kumbha 11:47, Mina 12:31, Mesha 13:12, Vrishabha 14:05, Mithuna 15:34

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 10:55) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 10:55) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Purnima 08:56–15:56: 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.

Auspicious time begins after 10:55

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 10:55–08:56 (20.12)+2 Yoga Shubha 08:56–02:59 (20.12)+2 Ravi Yoga 08:56–10:55+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:56–10:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:56–10:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Eclipse nearby−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:56–18:03

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:56

Summary	Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Lunar eclipse, penumbral (fully visible)

At sunrise 08:56

Tithi	1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 02:36 (21.12) more
Nakshatra	Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 09:32 more
Yoga	Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 23:50 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 15:50 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 09:32	nakshatra Ardra
from 15:50	karana Kaulava
from 23:50	yoga Brahma
from 02:36 (21.12)	tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 02:36 (21.12)	karana Taitila
from 07:45 (21.12)	nakshatra Punarvasu

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:09
Sunrise	08:56
Noon	12:27
Sunset	15:57
End of twilight	16:44
Moonrise	16:02
Moonset	09:26
Day length	7 h 00 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)	05:00
Lunar eclipse, penumbral	greatest eclipse 04:49, magnitude 0.890
Phases	Penumbral eclipse begins 02:47 Penumbral eclipse ends 06:50
Visibility	fully visible: 02:47–06:50, maximum eclipse here 04:49, magnitude 0.890

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	from 09:32

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (08:56–09:32) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 07:45–08:57 (21.12)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:56–02:36 (21.12) Yamaghanta 09:32–07:45 (21.12)

Anandadi: Chara 09:32–07:45 (21.12) Anandadi: Sthira 07:45–08:57 (21.12) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:56–09:32

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:40–07:48
Abhijit Muhurta	12:12–12:41
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	22:30–23:58

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:12–15:04
Yamaganda	10:41–11:34
Gulika Kalam	12:26–13:19
Dur Muhurta	10:20–10:48, 22:45–23:53
Varjyam	17:18–18:47

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 10:38–11:43, 12:27–13:08, 14:01–15:57

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 09:32, Ardra from 09:32; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Dhanu 08:56, Makara 10:38, Kumbha 11:43, Mina 12:27, Mesha 13:08, Vrishabha 14:01, Mithuna 15:30

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 09:32) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 09:32) — sadness; 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

Unfavourable day · score S = −4

Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta

+1 Anandadi: Chara 09:32–07:45 (21.12)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:56–09:32+1 Yoga Shukla 08:56–23:50+1 Auspicious tithi 08:56–02:36 (21.12)0 Kharmas0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:45–08:57 (21.12)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:56–09:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:32–07:45 (21.12)−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:56–02:36 (21.12)−3 Yamaghanta 09:32–07:45 (21.12)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:56

Summary	Favourable day — Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:57

Tithi	2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 23:55 more
Nakshatra	Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 05:44 (22.12) more
Yoga	Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 20:27 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 13:17 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 13:17	karana Gara
from 20:27	yoga Indra
from 23:55	tithi Krishna-tritya
from 23:55	karana Vanija
from 05:44 (22.12)	nakshatra Pushya

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:10
Sunrise	08:57
Noon	12:27
Sunset	15:57
End of twilight	16:44
Moonrise	17:06
Moonset	10:32
Day length	7 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (08:57–15:57) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:57–23:55

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:55–08:57 (22.12) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:55–08:57 (22.12)

Anandadi: Matanga 05:44–08:57 (22.12) Anandadi: Gada 08:57–05:44 (22.12)

Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvitya

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 (22.12)
Amrita Kalam	03:32–05:00 (22.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:27–13:20
Yamaganda	09:49–10:42
Gulika Kalam	11:34–12:27
Dur Muhurta	12:13–12:41
Varjyam	18:45–20:12

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:34–11:39, 12:23–13:04, 13:57–15:57

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Dhanu 08:57, Makara 10:34, Kumbha 11:39, Mina 12:23, Mesha 13:04, Vrishabha 13:57, Mithuna 15:27

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); 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 Brahma 08:57–20:27+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:57–23:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:57–05:44 (22.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:57–23:550 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:57–05:44 (22.12)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:57–23:55

Panchanga at sunrise 08:57

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:57

Tithi	3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 21:05 more
Nakshatra	Pushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 03:36 (23.12) more
Yoga	Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 16:55 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 10:31 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 10:31	karana Vishti
from 16:55	yoga Vaidhriti
from 21:05	tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 21:05	karana Bava
from 03:36 (23.12)	nakshatra Ashlesha
from 07:40 (23.12)	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:10
Sunrise	08:57
Noon	12:28
Sunset	15:58
End of twilight	16:45
Moonrise	18:27
Moonset	11:20
Day length	7 h 00 min

Sky

Winter solstice	13:30

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, Pushya (08:57–15:58) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:31–15:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Kharmas

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12) Guru Pushya Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:05–08:58 (23.12)

Anandadi: Shubha 08:57–03:36 (23.12) Anandadi: Amrita 03:36–08:58 (23.12)

Bhadra on earth: 10:31–21:05; Bhadra Puchha 17:23–18:26; Bhadra Mukha 18:26–20:12

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:41–07:49
Abhijit Muhurta	12:13–12:42
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	21:46–23:14

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	13:20–14:13
Yamaganda	08:57–09:50
Gulika Kalam	10:42–11:35
Dur Muhurta	11:17–11:45, 14:06–14:34
Varjyam	13:01–14:29

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:57–10:30

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 08:57–10:30
Cutting fingernails	average 08:57–10:31
Cutting toenails	average 08:57–10:30
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:30–11:35, 12:19–13:00, 13:53–15:58

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Dhanu 08:57, Makara 10:30, Kumbha 11:35, Mina 12:19, Mesha 13:00, Vrishabha 13:53, Mithuna 15:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Bhadra on earth 10:31–15:58: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +8

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:57–03:36 (23.12)+2 Yoga Indra 08:57–16:55+2 Pushya 08:57–03:36 (23.12)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:57–03:36 (23.12)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:57–21:050 Kharmas−3 Bhadra on earth 10:31–21:05

Panchanga at sunrise 08:57

Summary	Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Sankashti Chaturthi (Akhuratha)

At sunrise 08:58

Tithi	4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 18:15 more
Nakshatra	Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 01:30 (24.12) more Gandamula
Yoga	Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 13:22 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 18:15 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 13:22	yoga Vishkambha
from 18:15	tithi Krishna-panchami
from 18:15	karana Kaulava
from 01:30 (24.12)	nakshatra Magha
from 04:52 (24.12)	karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:11
Sunrise	08:58
Noon	12:28
Sunset	15:58
End of twilight	16:45
Moonrise	19:58
Moonset	11:53
Day length	7 h 00 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

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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, 19:58
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the following day is chosen

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 01:30–08:58 (24.12)

Anandadi: Mrityu 08:58–01:30 (24.12) Anandadi: Kana 01:30–08:58 (24.12)

Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:01–07:00 (24.12)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

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 (24.12)
Amrita Kalam	00:03–01:30 (24.12)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:35–12:28
Yamaganda	14:13–15:06
Gulika Kalam	09:50–10:43
Dur Muhurta	10:22–10:50, 12:42–13:10
Varjyam	15:17–16:45

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 10:26–11:31, 12:15–12:56, 13:49–15:58

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Dhanu 08:58, Makara 10:26, Kumbha 11:31, Mina 12:15, Mesha 12:56, Vrishabha 13:49, Mithuna 15:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-chaturti 08:58–15:58: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Vaidhriti 08:58–13:22: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −8

Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:58–01:30 (24.12)−2 Rikta tithi 08:58–18:15−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:58–01:30 (24.12)−3 Vaidhriti 08:58–13:22

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:58

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:58

Tithi	5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 15:32 more
Nakshatra	Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 23:33 more Gandamula
Yoga	Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 09:53 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 15:32 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 09:53	yoga Priti
from 15:32	tithi Krishna-shashti
from 15:32	karana Gara
from 23:33	nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 02:15 (25.12)	karana Vanija
from 06:33 (25.12)	yoga Ayushman

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:11
Sunrise	08:58
Noon	12:28
Sunset	15:59
End of twilight	16:46
Moonrise	21:30
Moonset	12:16
Day length	7 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 15:32

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (08:58–15:59) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 23:33–08:59 (25.12)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:58–15:32 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:58–15:32 Krakacha Yoga 15:32–08:59 (25.12)

Anandadi: Padma 08:58–23:33 Anandadi: Lumbaka 23:33–08:59 (25.12)

Gandanta (tithi): 15:10–15:53
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:42–07:50
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	21:21–22:49

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:43–11:36
Yamaganda	13:21–14:14
Gulika Kalam	08:58–09:51
Dur Muhurta	08:58–09:26, 09:26–09:54
Varjyam	12:32–14:00, 06:59–08:29 (25.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:22–11:27, 12:11–12:52, 13:45–15:32

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average 10:22–11:27, 12:11–12:52, 13:45–15:32
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 10:22–11:27, 12:11–12:52, 13:45–15:32
Bathing, washing hair	average 10:22–11:27, 12:11–12:52, 13:45–15:32

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-panchami until 15:32, Krishna-shashti from 15:32; lagna Dhanu 08:58, Makara 10:22, Kumbha 11:27, Mina 12:11, Mesha 12:52, Vrishabha 13:45, Mithuna 15:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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).

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Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)

+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:58–23:33+1 Auspicious tithi 08:58–15:32+1 Yoga Priti 09:53–06:33 (25.12)0 Kharmas0 Krakacha Yoga 15:32–08:59 (25.12)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:58–23:33−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:58–15:32−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:58–15:32

Panchanga at sunrise 08:58

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Bhadra on earth, Samvartaka Yoga
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:01 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 21:52 more
Yoga	Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 03:27 (26.12) more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 13:01 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 13:01	tithi Krishna-saptami
from 13:01	karana Vishti
from 21:52	nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 23:53	karana Bava
from 03:27 (26.12)	yoga Saubhagya

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:12
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:29
Sunset	15:59
End of twilight	16:46
Moonrise	23:00
Moonset	12:32
Day length	7 h 00 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 13:01

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 (08:59–15:59) is good for root crops.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:01–15:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Kharmas

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:59–21:52 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:52–08:59 (26.12) Tripushkar Yoga 21:52–08:59 (26.12)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–13:01 Samvartaka Yoga 13:01–08:59 (26.12)

Anandadi: Chhatra 08:59–21:52 Anandadi: Mitra 21:52–08:59 (26.12)

Bhadra on earth: 13:01–23:53; Bhadra Puchha 17:23–18:28; Bhadra Mukha 18:28–20:18

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 (26.12)
Amrita Kalam	15:55–17:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	15:07–15:59
Yamaganda	12:29–13:22
Gulika Kalam	14:14–15:07
Dur Muhurta	15:03–15:31
Varjyam	04:39–06:10 (26.12)

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	average 13:42–15:59

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-shashti until 13:01, Krishna-saptami from 13:01; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:19, Kumbha 11:23, Mina 12:07, Mesha 12:48, Vrishabha 13:42, Mithuna 15:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Bhadra on earth 13:01–15:59: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

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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 08:59–21:52+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:59–21:52+1 Yoga Ayushman 08:59–03:27 (26.12)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–13:01 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 21:52–08:59 (26.12)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:59–21:52−1 Samvartaka Yoga 13:01–08:59 (26.12)−1 Bhadra on earth 13:01–23:53

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Ashtami
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Kalashtami

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 10:50 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 20:30 more
Yoga	Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 00:38 (27.12) more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 10:50 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 10:50	tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 10:50	karana Balava
from 20:30	nakshatra Hasta
from 21:52	karana Kaulava
from 00:38 (27.12)	yoga Shobhana

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:12
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:29
Sunset	16:00
End of twilight	16:47
Moonrise	none
Moonset	12:45
Day length	7 h 01 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 10:50

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, Uttara-Phalguni (08:59–16:00) is good for sowing.

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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, 16:00–19:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–10:50

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:59–20:30 Anandadi: Vajra 20:30–08:59 (27.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:43–07:51
Abhijit Muhurta	12:15–12:44
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	13:42–15:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	09:52–10:44
Yamaganda	11:37–12:30
Gulika Kalam	13:22–14:15
Dur Muhurta	12:44–13:12, 14:08–14:36
Varjyam	04:33–06:05 (27.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:15–10:50

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 10:15–10:50
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 10:15–10:50
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:15–11:19, 12:03–12:44, 13:38–16:00

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-saptami until 10:50, Krishna-ashtami from 10:50; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:15, Kumbha 11:19, Mina 12:03, Mesha 12:44, Vrishabha 13:38, Mithuna 15:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-ashtami 10:50–16:00: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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).
Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:59–20:30+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–20:30+1 Yoga Saubhagya 08:59–00:38 (27.12)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Ashtami 10:50–08:59 (27.12)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–10:50

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:00 more
Nakshatra	Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 19:31 more
Yoga	Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 22:08 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 09:00 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 09:00	tithi Krishna-navami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 09:00	karana Taitila
from 19:31	nakshatra Chitra
from 20:15	karana Gara
from 22:08	yoga Atiganda
from 07:36 (28.12)	tithi Krishna-dashami
from 07:36 (28.12)	karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:12
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:30
Sunset	16:01
End of twilight	16:48
Moonrise	00:28
Moonset	12:57
Day length	7 h 01 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise	from 09:00

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (08:59–16:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–09:00

Krakacha Yoga 07:36–08:59 (28.12)

Anandadi: Saumya 08:59–19:31 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 19:31–08:59 (28.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:43–07:51
Abhijit Muhurta	12:16–12:44
Vijaya Muhurta	13:40–14:08
Godhuli	16:01–16:35
Pradosha	16:01–19:25
Nishitha	23:56–01:04 (28.12)
Amrita Kalam	13:46–15:18

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	03:20–04:54 (28.12)

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 10:11–11:16, 12:00–12:40, 13:34–16:01

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 09:00, Krishna-navami from 09:00; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:11, Kumbha 11:16, Mina 12:00, Mesha 12:40, Vrishabha 13:34, Mithuna 15:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

Krishna-ashtami 08:59–09:00: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Krishna-navami 09:00–16:01: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+1 Anandadi: Saumya 08:59–19:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–19:31+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:59–22:080 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–09:000 Kharmas−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 09:00–07:36 (28.12)−2 Kshaya tithi

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Kaladanda
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 06:37 (29.12) more
Nakshatra	Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 18:58 more
Yoga	Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 19:59 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 19:03 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 18:58	nakshatra Swati
from 19:03	karana Vishti
from 19:59	yoga Sukarma
from 06:37 (29.12)	tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 06:37 (29.12)	karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:12
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:30
Sunset	16:02
End of twilight	16:49
Moonrise	01:53
Moonset	13:09
Day length	7 h 02 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 3, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:59–16:02) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Kharmas

Muhurta

Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:59–18:58 Anandadi: Dhumra 18:58–08:59 (29.12)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:03–06:37 (29.12); Bhadra Puchha 20:50–21:59; Bhadra Mukha 21:59–23:54
Gandanta (tithi): 06:14–07:01 (29.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:44–07:51
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	13:41–14:09
Godhuli	16:02–16:36
Pradosha	16:02–19:25
Nishitha	23:57–01:04 (29.12)
Amrita Kalam	12:43–14:16

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:31–13:23
Yamaganda	09:52–10:45
Gulika Kalam	11:38–12:31
Dur Muhurta	12:16–12:45
Varjyam	00:32–02:07 (29.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:07–11:12, 11:56–12:37, 13:30–16:02

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 10:07–11:12, 11:56–12:37, 13:30–16:02
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 10:07–11:12, 11:56–12:37, 13:30–16:02
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:07–11:12, 11:56–12:37, 13:30–16:02

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:07, Kumbha 11:12, Mina 11:56, Mesha 12:37, Vrishabha 13:30, Mithuna 14:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Cautions:

Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–18:58+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:59–18:58

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

Summary	Favourable day — Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Saphala Ekadashi

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 06:05 (30.12) more
Nakshatra	Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 18:50 more
Yoga	Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 18:10 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 18:18 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 18:10	yoga Dhriti
from 18:18	karana Balava
from 18:50	nakshatra Vishakha
from 06:05 (30.12)	tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 06:05 (30.12)	karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:13
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:31
Sunset	16:03
End of twilight	16:49
Moonrise	03:18
Moonset	13:22
Day length	7 h 03 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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 (08:59–16:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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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 06:37–06:05 (30.12)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:14–14:39 (30.12)

Kharmas

Muhurta

Anandadi: Sthira 08:59–18:50 Anandadi: Vardhamana 18:50–08:59 (30.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:44–07:52
Abhijit Muhurta	12:17–12:45
Vijaya Muhurta	13:42–14:10
Godhuli	16:03–16:37
Pradosha	16:03–19:26
Nishitha	23:57–01:05 (30.12)
Amrita Kalam	10:05–11:40

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	13:24–14:17
Yamaganda	08:59–09:52
Gulika Kalam	10:45–11:38
Dur Muhurta	11:20–11:49, 14:10–14:38
Varjyam	00:30–02:07 (30.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:03–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:26–16:03

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	good 10:03–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:26–16:03
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 10:03–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:26–16:03
Bathing, washing hair	good 10:03–11:08, 11:52–12:33, 13:26–16:03

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 10:03, Kumbha 11:08, Mina 11:52, Mesha 12:33, Vrishabha 13:26, Mithuna 14:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.

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).

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Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

+1 Anandadi: Sthira 08:59–18:50+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–18:50+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:59–18:10+1 Auspicious weekday0 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.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 06:00 (31.12) more
Nakshatra	Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 19:08 more
Yoga	Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 16:42 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 17:59 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 16:42	yoga Shula
from 17:59	karana Taitila
from 19:08	nakshatra Anuradha
from 06:00 (31.12)	tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 06:00 (31.12)	karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:13
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:31
Sunset	16:04
End of twilight	16:50
Moonrise	04:42
Moonset	13:38
Day length	7 h 04 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:59–16:04) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Kharmas

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:08–08:59 (31.12)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–06:00 (31.12)

Anandadi: Matanga 08:59–19:08 Anandadi: Rakshasa 19:08–08:59 (31.12)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:44–07:52
Abhijit Muhurta	12:17–12:46
Vijaya Muhurta	13:42–14:11
Godhuli	16:04–16:38
Pradosha	16:04–19:27
Nishitha	23:58–01:05 (31.12)
Amrita Kalam	10:13–11:50

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	11:38–12:32
Yamaganda	14:18–15:11
Gulika Kalam	09:52–10:45
Dur Muhurta	10:24–10:53, 12:46–13:14
Varjyam	23:15–00:54 (31.12)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:59–11:04, 11:48–12:29, 13:22–16:04

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shaving	average 09:59–11:04, 11:48–12:29, 13:22–16:04
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 09:59–11:04, 11:48–12:29, 13:22–16:04
Bathing, washing hair	average 09:59–11:04, 11:48–12:29, 13:22–16:04

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 09:59, Kumbha 11:04, Mina 11:48, Mesha 12:29, Vrishabha 13:22, Mithuna 14:51

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; 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).

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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: Matanga 08:59–19:08+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:59–16:42+1 Auspicious weekday0 Kharmas−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:59–06:00 (31.12)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Margashirsha (amanta) · Pausha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Rudhirodgari (No. 57) · Shaka 1905 · Vikram 2040 more
Period	Kharmas
Festivals	Shani Pradosha

At sunrise 08:59

Tithi	13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:20 (01.01) more
Nakshatra	Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 19:51 more
Yoga	Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 15:34 more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 18:07 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Dhanu (Sagittarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 15:34	yoga Ganda
from 18:07	karana Vanija
from 19:51	nakshatra Jyestha
from 06:20 (01.01)	tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 06:20 (01.01)	karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	08:13
Sunrise	08:59
Noon	12:32
Sunset	16:05
End of twilight	16:51
Moonrise	06:05
Moonset	13:58
Day length	7 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

task	at sunrise

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 (08:59–16:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Shani Pradosha · Shiva

Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 16:05–19:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Kharmas

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:20–08:59 (01.01)

Anandadi: Amrita 08:59–19:51 Anandadi: Musala 19:51–08:59 (01.01)

Bhadra in heaven: 06:20–18:39 (01.01); Bhadra Mukha 06:20–08:23 (01.01); Bhadra Puchha 17:28–18:42 (01.01)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	06:44–07:52
Abhijit Muhurta	12:18–12:46
Vijaya Muhurta	13:43–14:11
Godhuli	16:05–16:39
Pradosha	16:05–19:28
Nishitha	23:58–01:06 (01.01)
Amrita Kalam	09:08–10:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:46–11:39
Yamaganda	13:25–14:18
Gulika Kalam	08:59–09:52
Dur Muhurta	08:59–09:28, 09:28–09:56
Varjyam	01:42–03:23 (01.01)

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 09:55–11:00, 11:44–12:25, 13:18–16:05

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Dhanu 08:59, Makara 09:55, Kumbha 11:00, Mina 11:44, Mesha 12:25, Vrishabha 13:18, Mithuna 14:47

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”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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).

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: Amrita 08:59–19:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:59–19:510 Kharmas0 Yoga Ganda 15:34–17:53−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:59

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots

Kartika (Vedic name Urja) — The holiest month for Vishnu: oil lamps (deepas), Govardhan Puja, Devutthana Ekadashi (end of Chaturmasya), Kartika Purnima.
Patron: Damodara; Aditya — Vishnu. Full moon in nakshatra Krittika. Ritu: Sharad.

Amanta and purnimanta
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.

Rudhirodgari (No. 57 of 60, “spewing blood”) — A bloody year: wars, violence and wounds; a time for caution.
Northern samvatsara: Dhata (No. 10)
Shaka Samvat 1905 · Vikram Samvat 2040 · Kali Yuga 5084
Next year — Raktakshi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 1.04.1984
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.

Krishna-dvadashi (12, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.

Chitra (14)
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)

Saubhagya (4) — “good fortune, marital happiness”
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.

Taitila (movable)
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.

Guru vara — Jupiter Day
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.

Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.

Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.

Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.

Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).

End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.

Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.

Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.

Gardener’s calendar
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).

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).

Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
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.

Anandadi: Sthira — “steady”
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.

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
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.

Brahma Muhurta
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.

Abhijit Muhurta
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.

Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.

Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.

Pradosha
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.

Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.

Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Dur Muhurta
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.

Varjyam
“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.

Cutting fingernails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.

Cutting toenails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.

weekday
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.

Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut

nakshatra
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.

Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

tithi
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).

Vrischika
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”

Dhanu
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”

Makara
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Kumbha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”

Mina
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Mesha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”

Vrishabha
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

lagna
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”.

Rules and sources
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.

Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.

Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.

Krishna-trayodashi (13, waning Moon)
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.

Swati (15)
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

Shobhana (5) — “splendid, beautiful”
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.

Vanija (movable)
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.

Shukra vara — Venus Day
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.

Friday — Day of Venus
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 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-trayodashi
no pruning or felling

nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
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.

Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
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.

Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).

The Moon in Kanya, Tula, Dhanu or Makara: Bhadra is in patala (the netherworld) — its influence on earth is weak; according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, it even portends gain.

Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.

Bhadra Puchha
“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).

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
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.

Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
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.

Vishakha (16)
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)

Shakuni (fixed)
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Shani vara — Saturn Day
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.

Saturday — Day of Saturn
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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion

Anandadi: Shubha — “auspiciousness”
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.

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
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.

Anandadi: Amrita — “nectar of immortality”
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Saturday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Sukarma (7) — “good deed”
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.

Eclipse nearby
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.

Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.

Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).

Amavasya (30, waning Moon)
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.

Anuradha (17)
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)

Naga (fixed)
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Ravi vara — Sun Day
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.

The exact conjunction of the Sun and the Moon — the start of a new lunar month in the amanta system. A day for the ancestors and inner work.

Solar eclipse, annular
The Moon covers the Sun (occurs only at new moon). Traditionally it is Rahu’s time: Sutak begins 12 hours (4 praharas) before the eclipse; during the eclipse people refrain from eating and recite mantras, and afterwards take a holy bath and give dana.
The Moon is too far from the Earth to cover the Sun completely: a bright ring remains around it.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion

nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Anandadi: Mrityu — “death”
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.

Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
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.

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“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.

Gandanta
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Sunday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.

Eclipse (not visible here)
There is an eclipse on this date, but it is not visible at this location (or it is only penumbral): Sutak and eclipse rites are not observed, the influence is weak; important undertakings are still better postponed.

Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.

Margashirsha (Vedic name Sahas) — The month of which Krishna says: “Among the months I am Margashirsha” (Bhagavad Gita 10.35). Gita Jayanti, Datta Jayanti.
Patron: Keshava; Aditya — Amshu. Full moon in nakshatra Mrigashirsha. Ritu: Hemanta.

Shukla-pratipat (1, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.

Jyestha (18)
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)

Dhriti (8) — “steadfastness, firmness”
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.

Bava (movable)
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.

Soma vara — Moon Day
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.

Monday — Day of the Moon
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

Anandadi: Padma — “lotus”
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.

Jwalamukhi Yoga
“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.

Anandadi: Lumbaka
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.

Gandamula
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Monday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Auspicious tithi
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.

Shula (9) — “spear, sharp pain”
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.

Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
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.

Mula (19)
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)

Ganda (10) — “danger, knot”
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.

Kaulava (movable)
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.

Mangala vara — Mars Day
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.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
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.

Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-tritya (3, waxing Moon)
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.

Purva-Ashadha (20)
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)

Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
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.

Gara (movable)
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.

Buddha vara — Mercury Day
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.

Anandadi: Shrivatsa — “mark of good fortune on Vishnu’s chest”
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.

Ravi Yoga
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.

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“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.

Anandadi: Vajra — “thunderbolt”
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.

Rahu Kalam
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.

Yamaganda
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.

Gulika Kalam
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.

Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
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.

Uttara-Ashadha (21)
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support

Dhruva (12) — “fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”
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.

Vishti (movable)
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.

Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Anandadi: Saumya — “gentle, lunar”
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.

Anandadi: Dhwaja — “banner”
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.

Anandadi: Dhwanksha — “crow”
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.

Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.

Vishti (Bhadra)
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.

Shukla-panchami (5, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.

Shravana (22)
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)

Balava (movable)
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.

Friday — Day of Venus
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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
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.

Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
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.

Anandadi: Dhumra — “smoke”
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.

Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vyaghata (13) — “crushing blow”
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.

Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.

Dhanishtha (23)
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

Saturday — Day of Saturn
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-shashti
plowing the ground

Anandadi: Vardhamana — “growing”
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.

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.

Anandadi: Ananda — “joy”
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.

Krakacha Yoga
“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.

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.

Mrityu Panchaka
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.

Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Harshana (14) — “delighting”
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.

Panchaka
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.

Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
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.

Shatabhisha (24)
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

Sunday — Day of the Sun
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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming

Samvartaka Yoga
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.

Anandadi: Rakshasa — “demon”
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 Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.

Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vajra (15) — “diamond, thunderbolt”
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.

Shukla-ashtami (8, waxing Moon)
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.

Purva-Bhadra (25)
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

Monday — Day of the Moon
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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Anandadi: Musala — “pestle, club”
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.

Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Siddhi (16) — “success, accomplishment”
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.

Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.

Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.

Shukla-navami (9, waxing Moon)
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.

Uttara-Bhadra (26)
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)

Tuesday — Day of Mars
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Anandadi: Siddhi — “success”
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.

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
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.

Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Vyatipata
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.

Shukla-dashami (10, waxing Moon)
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.

Revati (27)
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)

Vyatipata (17) — “calamity, downfall”
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.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
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-dashami
any undertakings

Anandadi: Utpata — “calamity”
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.

Surya Dagdha tithi
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.

Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Mithuna
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
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.

Shukla-ekadashi (11, waxing Moon)
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.

Thursday — Day of Jupiter
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 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-ekadashi
pruning and weeding

nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Anandadi: Manasa — “thought”
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 Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.

Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Parigha (19) — “bolt, barrier”
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.

Tryahasparsha
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.

Ashwini (1)
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

The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral

nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Kharmas
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.

Anandadi: Mudgara — “hammer”
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.

Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Shiva (20) — “auspicious, benevolent”
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.

Kharmas
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).

Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.

Shukla-dvadashi (12, waxing Moon)
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.

Bharani (2)
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

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling

nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Siddha (21) — “perfected, accomplished”
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.

Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.

Shukla-chaturdashi (14, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.

Krittika (3)
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

Sadhya (22) — “attainable, amenable”
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.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
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

nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.

Rohini (4)
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)

Shubha (23) — “goodness, happiness”
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.

Monday — Day of the Moon
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

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.

Amrita Siddhi Yoga
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.

Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
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.

Mrigashirsha (5)
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)

Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
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.

The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.

Lunar eclipse, penumbral
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
The Moon passes only through the Earth’s penumbra: the dimming is faint, often barely noticeable. Many panchangas do not count it as an eclipse, and Sutak is not observed in this case.

The Moon touches the Earth’s penumbra; the dimming is not yet noticeable.

The Moon leaves the penumbra — the eclipse is over.

The luminary is above the horizon throughout the eclipse — all phases are visible.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
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

nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

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.

Yamaghanta
“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.

Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
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.

Punarvasu (7)
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

Brahma (25) — “Brahma, sacred knowledge”
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.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
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 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-tritya (3, waning Moon)
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.

Pushya (8)
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

Indra (26) — “Indra, lord”
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.

The shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere (the Sun’s tropical longitude 270°), after which the Sun turns north. The Vedic Uttarayana is traditionally counted from Makara Sankranti — about 24–25 days later.

Guru Pushya Yoga
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.

Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).

Krishna-chaturti (4, waning Moon)
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.

Ashlesha (9)
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

Vaidhriti (27) — “without support, discord”
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.

Friday — Day of Venus
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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Vaidhriti
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.

Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
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.

Magha (10)
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

Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
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.

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground

Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Priti (2) — “love, affection”
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.

Krishna-shashti (6, waning Moon)
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.

Purva-Phalguni (11)
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

Ayushman (3) — “long-lived”
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.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground

Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-saptami (7, waning Moon)
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.

Uttara-Phalguni (12)
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

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Krishna-ashtami (8, waning Moon)
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.

Hasta (13)
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

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-dashami (10, waning Moon)
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.

Anandadi: Kaladanda — “staff of death”
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.

Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
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.

Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding

Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral

Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling