February 1981 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Pausha (until 4.02), Magha (from 5.02). Periods: 5–12.02 — Magha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 9.02 Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja); 11.02 Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti). 5.02 — solar eclipse, annular (not visible here).
Icons this month (22)
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
- 16.02 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Pushya after 12:36
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 25.02 Wed — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Prajapati until 12:41
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal. - 26.02 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra until 15:07
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Festivals
- 2.02 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 3.02 Tue Masik Shivaratri
- 4.02 Wed Mauni Amavasya (Pausha)
- 5.02 Thu Magha Gupta Navaratri
- 6.02 Fri Chandra Darshan
- 8.02 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 9.02 Mon Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
- 9.02 Mon Skanda Shashti
- 11.02 Wed Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti)
- 11.02 Wed Bhishma Ashtami
- 11.02 Wed Masik Durgashtami
- 12.02 Thu Kumbha Sankranti
- 12.02 Thu Madhva Navami
- 14.02 Sat Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)
- 16.02 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 18.02 Wed Magha Purnima (Maghi)
- 22.02 Sun Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
- 26.02 Thu Kalashtami
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–02:39 (02.02)
- 8.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:10–21:10
- 10.02 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:05–12:07
- 10.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:05–17:47
- 11.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:17–08:01 (12.02)
- 15.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 12:42–02:18 (16.02)
- 16.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:36–07:50 (17.02)
- 17.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:52–07:47 (18.02)
- 22.02 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:38–20:40
- 22.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:38–20:40
- 25.02 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:17–07:28 (26.02)
- 25.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–07:28 (26.02)
- 26.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 27.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:26–08:01
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 3.02 Tue — Krishna Chaturdashi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Vishti (Bhadra)
- 4.02 Wed — Amavasya, Vyatipata, Eclipse nearby
- 8.02 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Panchaka
- 10.02 Tue — Amrita Siddhi turned to poison, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
- 11.02 Wed — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Kana, Vishti (Bhadra)
- 12.02 Thu — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
- 13.02 Fri — Vaidhriti
- 15.02 Sun — Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 18.02 Wed — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
- 21.02 Sat — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 23.02 Mon — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 28.02 Sat — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Sky this month
- 5.02 New moon (Amavasya) 01:13
- 5.02 Solar eclipse, annular, greatest eclipse 01:08, magnitude 0.994
not visible here (outside the eclipse zone) - 12.02 Kumbha Sankranti 12:29 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
- 19.02 Full moon (Purnima) 01:58
Periods
- 5–12.02 Magha Gupta Navaratri
- 5.02 14:20 – 9.02 19:26 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Raudra (No. 54, “fierce, belonging to Rudra”) — A fierce year: storms, disease and strife; prudence is needed. more
Northern samvatsara: Shrimukha. Shaka Samvat 1902, Vikram Samvat 2037, Kali Yuga 5081.
Pausha (Sahasya) — The cold month of Dhanur Masa and Kharmas: no weddings are held until Makara Sankranti, and with it Uttarayana begins. more
Magha (Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 08:24
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 02:54 (02.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 02:39 (02.02) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 10:08 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:37 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:08 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 14:37 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:39 (02.02) | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 02:54 (02.02) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 02:54 (02.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:24 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:03 |
| End of twilight | 17:44 |
| Moonrise | 05:34 |
| Moonset | 13:33 |
| Day length | 8 h 39 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 1, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:24–17:03) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–02:39 (02.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:24–02:39 (02.02)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–02:54 (02.02) Hutashana Yoga 08:24–02:54 (02.02) Krakacha Yoga 08:24–02:54 (02.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:24–02:39 (02.02) Anandadi: Shubha 02:39–08:22 (02.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvadashi
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:20–07:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:10–14:44 |
| Godhuli | 17:03–17:33 |
| Pradosha | 17:03–20:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (02.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:55–21:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:58–17:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–13:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:53–15:58 |
| Dur Muhurta | 15:54–16:28 |
| Varjyam | 00:58–02:39 (02.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Makara 08:24, Kumbha 08:51, Mina 09:35, Mesha 10:16, Vrishabha 11:09, Mithuna 12:38, Karka 15:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–02:39 (02.02)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:24–02:39 (02.02)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:24–02:39 (02.02)+1 Yoga Harshana 10:08–08:22 (02.02)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–02:54 (02.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 08:24–02:54 (02.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:24–02:54 (02.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:24–02:39 (02.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:24–02:54 (02.02)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Harshana, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 08:22
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 02:58 (03.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 03:18 (03.02) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 09:22 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:01 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:22 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 15:01 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:58 (03.02) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 02:58 (03.02) | karana Vishti |
| from 03:18 (03.02) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 08:06 (03.02) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:22 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:05 |
| End of twilight | 17:46 |
| Moonrise | 06:32 |
| Moonset | 14:22 |
| Day length | 8 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:22–17:05) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:05–20:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata 08:22–03:18 (03.02) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:18–08:20 (03.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 02:58–09:22 (03.02); Bhadra Mukha 02:58–04:55 (03.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:19–07:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:45 |
| Godhuli | 17:05–17:36 |
| Pradosha | 17:05–20:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (03.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:22–00:01 (03.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:27–10:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:38–12:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:49–14:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:36, 14:45–15:20 |
| Varjyam | 12:31–14:09 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:22–08:47, 09:31–10:12, 11:05–17:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:22–08:47, 09:31–10:12, 11:05–17:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:22–08:47, 09:31–10:12, 11:05–17:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:22–08:47, 09:31–10:12, 11:05–17:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Makara 08:22, Kumbha 08:47, Mina 09:31, Mesha 10:12, Vrishabha 11:05, Mithuna 12:34, Karka 15:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Harshana 08:22–09:22+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Vajra 09:22–10:30−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:22–03:18 (03.02)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 08:22–03:18 (03.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 08:20
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 02:23 (04.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 03:19 (04.02) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 06:20 (04.02) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:45 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:45 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 02:23 (04.02) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 02:23 (04.02) | karana Chatushpada |
| from 03:19 (04.02) | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 06:20 (04.02) | yoga Vyatipata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:20 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:07 |
| End of twilight | 17:48 |
| Moonrise | 07:22 |
| Moonset | 15:23 |
| Day length | 8 h 47 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 |
|---|
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 (08:20–17:07) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:20–14:45: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 14:45–17:07: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:20–17:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:12–01:13 (04.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:20–03:19 (04.02)
Anandadi: Manasa 08:20–21:22 Anandadi: Padma 21:22–04:54 (04.02) Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:54–08:18 (04.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 02:58–14:45; Bhadra Mukha 02:58–04:55; Bhadra Puchha 13:30–14:40
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:18–07:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:11–14:47 |
| Godhuli | 17:07–17:38 |
| Pradosha | 17:07–20:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (04.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:55–22:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:55–16:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:32–11:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:43–13:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:05–10:40, 23:11–00:12 (04.02) |
| Varjyam | 11:18–12:54, 07:14–08:48 (04.02) |
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 08:20–08:43, 09:27–10:08, 11:01–17:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Makara 08:20, Kumbha 08:43, Mina 09:27, Mesha 10:08, Vrishabha 11:01, Mithuna 12:31, Karka 14:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 08:20–17:07: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:20–06:20 (04.02)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 08:20–21:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:20–03:19 (04.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:20–14:45−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:20–03:19 (04.02)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:20–02:23 (04.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Pausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) |
At sunrise 08:18
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 01:13 (05.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 02:47 (05.02) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 04:08 (05.02) more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 13:52 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:52 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 01:13 (05.02) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 01:13 (05.02) | karana Kimstughna |
| from 02:47 (05.02) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 04:08 (05.02) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:18 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:09 |
| End of twilight | 17:50 |
| Moonrise | 08:03 |
| Moonset | 16:34 |
| Day length | 8 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (08:18–17:09) is good for sowing.
- Chatushpada 08:18–13:52: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 13:52–17:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) · Pitris (ancestors)
A day of the vow of silence and of holy bathing in the Ganga and at the Triveni Sangam; in Kumbh Mela years it is the main bathing day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 02:23–01:13 (05.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 01:13–08:16 (05.02) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 02:47–08:16 (05.02)
Anandadi: Chhatra 08:18–02:47 (05.02) Anandadi: Mitra 02:47–08:16 (05.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:50–01:36 (05.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:16–07:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:12–14:48 |
| Godhuli | 17:09–17:40 |
| Pradosha | 17:09–20:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–01:13 (05.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:37–18:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:24–10:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:37–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Varjyam | 07:14–08:48, 06:37–08:09 (05.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Amavasya; lagna Makara 08:18, Kumbha 08:39, Mina 09:23, Mesha 10:04, Vrishabha 10:57, Mithuna 12:27, Karka 14:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 08:18–17:09: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vyatipata 08:18–17:09: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya, Vyatipata
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:18–02:47 (05.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:18–02:47 (05.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Eclipse nearby−3 Amavasya 08:18–01:13 (05.02)−3 Vyatipata 08:18–04:08 (05.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 14:20 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Magha Gupta Navaratri · Solar eclipse, annular (not visible here) |
At sunrise 08:16
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 23:35 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 01:47 (06.02) more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 01:34 (06.02) more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 12:27 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:27 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 23:35 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 23:35 | karana Balava |
| from 01:34 (06.02) | yoga Parigha |
| from 01:47 (06.02) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:16 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:12 |
| End of twilight | 17:52 |
| Moonrise | 08:37 |
| Moonset | 17:51 |
| Day length | 8 h 55 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 01:13 |
|---|---|
| Solar eclipse, annular | greatest eclipse 01:08, magnitude 0.994 |
| Visibility | not visible here (outside the eclipse zone) |
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:
- Kimstughna 08:16–12:27: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Magha Gupta Navaratri · Durga
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha: nine days of sadhana of the Goddess; its fifth day is Vasant Panchami.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:13–23:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 08:16–11:14
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:26–13:01
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:16–01:47 (06.02) Anandadi: Vajra 01:47–08:14 (06.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 14:20–19:26 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:15–07:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:13–14:49 |
| Godhuli | 17:12–17:42 |
| Pradosha | 17:12–20:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:13 (06.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:49–17:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:51–14:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:16–09:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:30–11:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:14–11:50, 14:49–15:24 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
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 Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Makara 08:16, Kumbha 08:35, Mina 09:19, Mesha 10:00, Vrishabha 10:53, Mithuna 12:23, Karka 14:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 14:20
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:16–01:47 (06.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:16–01:47 (06.02)+1 Yoga Variyana 08:16–01:34 (06.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Panchaka 14:20–08:14 (06.02)−1 Eclipse (not visible here)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 08:14
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 21:35 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 00:27 (07.02) more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 22:43 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:38 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:38 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 21:35 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 21:35 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:43 | yoga Shiva |
| from 00:27 (07.02) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:14 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:14 |
| End of twilight | 17:54 |
| Moonrise | 09:05 |
| Moonset | 19:13 |
| Day length | 8 h 59 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, Shatabhisha (08:14–17:14) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:14–19:13
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:14–19:13
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:14–21:35
Anandadi: Saumya 08:14–00:27 (07.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 00:27–08:12 (07.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 14:20 (05.02)–19:26 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:13–07:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–14:50 |
| Godhuli | 17:14–17:44 |
| Pradosha | 17:14–20:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:13 (07.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:39–19:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:36–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:59–16:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:21–10:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:02–10:38, 13:02–13:38 |
| Varjyam | 08:35–10:06, 06:25–07:55 (07.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:14–08:31, 09:15–09:56, 10:49–17:14
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:14–08:31, 09:15–09:56, 10:49–17:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 08:14–08:31, 09:15–09:56, 10:49–17:14 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:14–08:31, 09:15–09:56, 10:49–17:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Makara 08:14, Kumbha 08:31, Mina 09:15, Mesha 09:56, Vrishabha 10:49, Mithuna 12:19, Karka 14:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 08:14–00:27 (07.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:14–00:27 (07.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:14–21:35−1 Yoga Parigha 08:14–12:08−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:14–21:35
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shiva, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
At sunrise 08:12
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 19:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 22:52 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 19:40 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:29 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:29 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 19:20 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 19:20 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:40 | yoga Siddha |
| from 22:52 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 06:09 (08.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:12 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:16 |
| End of twilight | 17:56 |
| Moonrise | 09:29 |
| Moonset | 20:36 |
| Day length | 9 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 7, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:12–17:16) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:20–08:10 (08.02) Ravi Yoga 22:52–08:10 (08.02)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:12–22:52 Anandadi: Dhumra 22:52–08:10 (08.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 06:09–16:56 (08.02); Bhadra Mukha 06:08–07:56 (08.02); Bhadra Puchha 15:52–16:56 (08.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 14:20 (05.02)–19:26 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:12–07:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:14–14:51 |
| Godhuli | 17:16–17:46 |
| Pradosha | 17:16–20:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:13 (08.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:23–16:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:28–11:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:52–15:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:12–09:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:12–08:48, 08:48–09:24 |
| Varjyam | 07:47–09:16 (08.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:12–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:46–17:16
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 08:12–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:46–17:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:12–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:46–17:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:12–08:27, 09:11–09:52, 10:46–17:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Makara 08:12, Kumbha 08:27, Mina 09:11, Mesha 09:52, Vrishabha 10:46, Mithuna 12:15, Karka 14:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Shiva 08:12–19:40+1 Auspicious tithi 08:12–19:20−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:12–22:52−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:12–22:52
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 08:10
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 16:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 21:10 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 16:30 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:56 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:30 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 16:56 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 16:56 | karana Bava |
| from 21:10 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 03:43 (09.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:10 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:18 |
| End of twilight | 17:58 |
| Moonrise | 09:51 |
| Moonset | 22:00 |
| Day length | 9 h 08 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 16:56 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (08:10–17:18) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:10–16:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:49–13:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:10–21:10 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:10–21:10
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–16:56
Anandadi: Sthira 08:10–21:10 Anandadi: Vardhamana 21:10–08:07 (09.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 06:09–16:56; Bhadra Mukha 06:08–07:56; Bhadra Puchha 15:52–16:56
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 14:20 (05.02)–19:26 (09.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:10–07:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:26–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–14:52 |
| Godhuli | 17:18–17:48 |
| Pradosha | 17:18–20:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (09.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:42–18:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:09–17:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:01–16:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:05–16:41 |
| Varjyam | 07:47–09:16 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:56–17:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 16:56–17:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:56–17:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:08–09:49, 10:42–17:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 16:56, Shukla-panchami from 16:56; lagna Makara 08:10, Kumbha 08:24, Mina 09:08, Mesha 09:49, Vrishabha 10:42, Mithuna 12:11, Karka 14:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 08:10–16:56: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 08:10–16:56: 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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:10–21:10+2 Yoga Siddha 08:10–16:30+2 Ravi Yoga 08:10–21:10+1 Anandadi: Sthira 08:10–21:10+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:10–21:100 Auspicious tithi 16:56–08:07 (09.02)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–16:56 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 08:10–16:56−3 Bhadra on earth 08:10–16:56
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 14:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
| Festivals | Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) · Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 08:07
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 14:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 19:26 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 13:18 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:30 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:18 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 14:30 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 14:30 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:26 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 01:18 (10.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:07 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:20 |
| End of twilight | 18:00 |
| Moonrise | 10:12 |
| Moonset | 23:24 |
| Day length | 9 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:30 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (08:07–17:20) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) · Saraswati
The welcoming of spring and the day of Saraswati — goddess of knowledge and the arts: people wear yellow, place books and instruments before the goddess, and children are taught to write for the first time (vidyarambha).
Rule: purvahna vyapini: before noon, 08:07–12:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 14:30–08:05 (10.02)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 19:26–08:05 (10.02)
Hutashana Yoga 14:30–08:05 (10.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:30–08:05 (10.02)
Anandadi: Matanga 08:07–19:26 Anandadi: Rakshasa 19:26–08:05 (10.02)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 14:20 (05.02)–19:26
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 13:52–01:01 (10.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:09–14:52
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:09–07:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–14:53 |
| Godhuli | 17:20–17:50 |
| Pradosha | 17:20–20:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (10.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:13–18:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:17–10:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:35–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:53–15:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–13:39, 14:53–15:30 |
| Varjyam | 08:18–09:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:04–09:45, 10:38–14:30
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 | good 09:04–09:45, 10:38–14:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 09:04–09:45, 10:38–14:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 09:04–09:45, 10:38–17:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-panchami until 14:30, Shukla-shashti from 14:30; lagna Makara 08:07, Kumbha 08:20, Mina 09:04, Mesha 09:45, Vrishabha 10:38, Mithuna 12:07, Karka 14:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 14:30
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:07–19:26+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:07–19:26+1 Yoga Sadhya 08:07–13:18+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:07–14:30−1 Hutashana Yoga 14:30–08:05 (10.02)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:30–08:05 (10.02)−1 Panchaka 08:07–19:26
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Amrita Siddhi turned to poison, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
At sunrise 08:05
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 17:47 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 10:09 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:07 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:09 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 12:07 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 12:07 | karana Gara |
| from 17:47 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 22:59 | karana Vanija |
| from 07:06 (11.02) | yoga Brahma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:05 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:22 |
| End of twilight | 18:02 |
| Moonrise | 10:34 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 9 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:07 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:05–12:07 Ravi Yoga 08:05–17:47 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:05–17:47
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:05–12:07 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 12:07–17:47 Hutashana Yoga 12:07–08:03 (11.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:07–08:03 (11.02)
Anandadi: Amrita 08:05–17:47 Anandadi: Musala 17:47–08:03 (11.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:07–07:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–14:54 |
| Godhuli | 17:22–17:52 |
| Pradosha | 17:22–20:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–01:12 (11.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:05–12:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:03–16:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:25–11:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:57–10:34, 23:15–00:13 (11.02) |
| Varjyam | 14:04–15:33, 02:47–04:17 (11.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:00–09:41, 10:34–17:22
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 09:00–09:41, 10:34–17:22 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:00–09:41, 10:34–17:22 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:00–09:41, 10:34–17:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-shashti until 12:07, Shukla-saptami from 12:07; lagna Makara 08:05, Kumbha 08:16, Mina 09:00, Mesha 09:41, Vrishabha 10:34, Mithuna 12:03, Karka 14:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = +7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Amrita Siddhi turned to poison
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:05–12:07+2 Yoga Shubha 08:05–10:09+2 Ravi Yoga 08:05–17:47+1 Anandadi: Amrita 08:05–17:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:05–17:47+1 Auspicious tithi 12:07–08:03 (11.02)0 Hutashana Yoga 12:07–08:03 (11.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:05–12:07 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:05–17:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:07–08:03 (11.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 12:07–17:47
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Kana |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
| Festivals | Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) · Bhishma Ashtami · Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 08:03
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 09:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 16:17 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 04:12 (12.02) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:52 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:52 | tithi Shukla-ashtami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 09:52 | karana Vishti |
| from 16:17 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 20:49 | karana Bava |
| from 04:12 (12.02) | yoga Indra |
| from 07:48 (12.02) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 07:48 (12.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:03 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:25 |
| End of twilight | 18:04 |
| Moonrise | 10:58 |
| Moonset | 00:47 |
| Day length | 9 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:52 | from 16:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (08:03–16:17) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (16:17–17:25) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:52–17:25: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) · Surya
The birthday of Surya: the Sun turns his chariot of seven horses to the north. At dawn a holy bath is taken with seven arka leaves placed on the head, and water is offered to Surya.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:07 (10.02)–09:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhishma Ashtami · Bhishma
The day of the departure of Bhishma, who lay on a bed of arrows until the onset of Uttarayana. Tarpana is performed for Bhishma — especially by those who have lost their father.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:48–13:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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 09:52–07:48 (12.02)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:03–09:52 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:17–08:01 (12.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:17–08:01 (12.02)
Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 08:03–09:52 Hutashana Yoga 09:52–07:48 (12.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:52–07:48 (12.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 16:17–07:48 (12.02) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:48–08:01 (12.02) Krakacha Yoga 07:48–08:01 (12.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 16:17–08:01 (12.02) Anandadi: Kana 08:03–16:17
- Bhadra in heaven: 09:52–20:49; Bhadra Puchha 11:31–12:37; Bhadra Mukha 12:37–14:26
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:06–07:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–14:55 |
| Godhuli | 17:25–17:54 |
| Pradosha | 17:25–20:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (12.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:47–13:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:13–10:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:34–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 03:38–05:08 (12.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:03–09:52
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 08:03–09:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:03–09:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:03–09:52, 10:30–17:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Bharani until 16:17, Krittika from 16:17; tithi Shukla-saptami until 09:52, Shukla-ashtami from 09:52; lagna Makara 08:03, Kumbha 08:12, Mina 08:56, Mesha 09:37, Vrishabha 10:30, Mithuna 11:59, Karka 14:25, Simha 17:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 16:17) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 16:17) — consumption (a wasting disease); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 09:52–17:25: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Yoga Brahma 08:03–04:12 (12.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:03–09:520 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:17–08:01 (12.02)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 16:17–08:01 (12.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:17–08:01 (12.02)0 Hutashana Yoga 09:52–07:48 (12.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 16:17–07:48 (12.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:52–07:48 (12.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:03–09:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 08:03–09:52−1 Ashtami 09:52–07:48 (12.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:03–16:17−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:52–20:49−3 Anandadi: Kana 08:03–16:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Period | Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Kumbha Sankranti · Madhva Navami |
At sunrise 08:01
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 05:59 (13.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 14:59 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:28 (13.02) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 18:52 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:59 | nakshatra Rohini |
|---|---|
| from 18:52 | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:28 (13.02) | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 05:59 (13.02) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 05:59 (13.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 08:01 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:27 |
| End of twilight | 18:06 |
| Moonrise | 11:26 |
| Moonset | 02:08 |
| Day length | 9 h 25 min |
Sky
| Kumbha Sankranti | 12:29 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (08:01–14:59) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (14:59–17:27) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Kumbha Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Aquarius. Punya Kala (the time for holy bath, charity and tarpana) — before the moment of entry.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 08:01–12:29
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Madhva Navami · Madhvacharya
The day of the departure of Madhvacharya, founder of the Dvaita Vedanta school; especially revered by followers of Madhva in Karnataka.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:48–05:59 (13.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:59–07:59 (13.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:59–07:59 (13.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:01–14:59 Yamaghanta 08:01–14:59 Hutashana Yoga 08:01–05:59 (13.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:01–05:59 (13.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:59–05:59 (13.02)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:01–14:59 Anandadi: Utpata 14:59–07:59 (13.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:04–07:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–14:56 |
| Godhuli | 17:27–17:56 |
| Pradosha | 17:27–20:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (13.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:42–14:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:55–15:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:01–09:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:22–11:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:10–11:47, 14:56–15:34 |
| Varjyam | 06:16–07:48 (13.02) |
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 08:52–09:33, 10:26–17:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Krittika until 14:59, Rohini from 14:59; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:08, Mina 08:52, Mesha 09:33, Vrishabha 10:26, Mithuna 11:55, Karka 14:21, Simha 17:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 14:59) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 14:59) — destruction of all misfortunes; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 08:01–17:27: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 12:29 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −10
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Sankranti day
+2 Yoga Indra 08:01–01:28 (13.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 14:59–07:59 (13.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 14:59–07:59 (13.02)0 Anandadi: Utpata 14:59–07:59 (13.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:59–05:59 (13.02)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:01–14:59−1 Sankranti day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:01–14:59−2 Hutashana Yoga 08:01–05:59 (13.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:01–05:59 (13.02)−2 Rikta tithi 08:01–05:59 (13.02)−3 Yamaghanta 08:01–14:59
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:59
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 04:26 (14.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 13:55 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 22:58 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 17:10 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:55 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
|---|---|
| from 17:10 | karana Gara |
| from 22:58 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 04:26 (14.02) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 04:26 (14.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:59 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:29 |
| End of twilight | 18:08 |
| Moonrise | 12:01 |
| Moonset | 03:27 |
| Day length | 9 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:55 |
|---|
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 (07:59–13:55) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (13:55–17:29) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:26–07:57 (14.02)
Yamaghanta 07:59–13:55 Hutashana Yoga 07:59–04:26 (14.02)
Anandadi: Mitra 07:59–13:55 Anandadi: Manasa 13:55–07:57 (14.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:04–04:49 (14.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:03–07:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:19–14:57 |
| Godhuli | 17:29–17:58 |
| Pradosha | 17:29–20:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (14.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:52–12:24, 04:38–06:11 (14.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:33–12:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:06–16:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:10–10:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:53–10:31, 13:03–13:41 |
| Varjyam | 19:21–20:53 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:48–09:29, 10:22–17:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Rohini until 13:55, Mrigashirsha from 13:55; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Makara 07:59, Kumbha 08:04, Mina 08:48, Mesha 09:29, Vrishabha 10:22, Mithuna 11:51, Karka 14:17, Simha 17:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 13:55) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 13:55) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 07:59–17:29: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 07:59–13:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:59–13:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:59–04:26 (14.02)0 Hutashana Yoga 07:59–04:26 (14.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 07:59–13:55 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−3 Vaidhriti 07:59–22:58
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Vajra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) |
At sunrise 07:57
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:12 (15.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 13:09 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 20:43 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:46 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:09 | nakshatra Ardra |
|---|---|
| from 15:46 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:43 | yoga Priti |
| from 03:12 (15.02) | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 03:12 (15.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:57 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:31 |
| End of twilight | 18:10 |
| Moonrise | 12:44 |
| Moonset | 04:39 |
| Day length | 9 h 34 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:09 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (07:57–13:09) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:46–17:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Magha. According to the Puranas, the fast frees one from lower states of existence — the fate of pishacha ghosts; Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:26–03:12 (15.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:58–09:50 (15.02)
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:57–13:09
Hutashana Yoga 07:57–03:12 (15.02)
Anandadi: Vajra 07:57–13:09 Anandadi: Mudgara 13:09–07:54 (15.02)
- Bhadra in heaven: 15:46–03:12 (15.02); Bhadra Puchha 20:22–21:30; Bhadra Mukha 21:30–23:24
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 06:01–06:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–14:58 |
| Godhuli | 17:31–18:00 |
| Pradosha | 17:31–20:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:12 (15.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:53–04:28 (15.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:20–11:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:56–15:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:57–09:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:57–08:35, 08:35–09:13 |
| Varjyam | 21:24–22:58 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:57–17:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:57–17:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:44–09:25, 10:18–13:09 |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:57–17:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 13:09, Ardra from 13:09; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Makara 07:57, Kumbha 08:00, Mina 08:44, Mesha 09:25, Vrishabha 10:18, Mithuna 11:47, Karka 14:13, Simha 17:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 13:09) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 13:09) — sadness; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:57–13:09+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:57–13:09+1 Auspicious tithi 07:57–03:12 (15.02)0 Hutashana Yoga 07:57–03:12 (15.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:46–03:12 (15.02)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:09–07:54 (15.02)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:57–13:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:54
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 02:18 (16.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 12:42 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 18:43 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:42 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:42 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 14:42 | karana Balava |
| from 18:43 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 02:18 (16.02) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 02:18 (16.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:54 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:33 |
| End of twilight | 18:12 |
| Moonrise | 13:37 |
| Moonset | 05:41 |
| Day length | 9 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 2, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:42 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (12:42–17:33) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 12:42–02:18 (16.02)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:54–02:18 (16.02) Hutashana Yoga 07:54–02:18 (16.02) Krakacha Yoga 07:54–02:18 (16.02)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 12:42–07:52 (16.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:54–12:42
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:59–06:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:25–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–14:59 |
| Godhuli | 17:33–18:02 |
| Pradosha | 17:33–20:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (16.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:21–17:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:44–13:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:09–16:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:16–16:55 |
| Varjyam | 00:39–02:14 (16.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:42–17:07
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 12:42–17:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:42–17:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:40–09:21, 10:14–17:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ardra until 12:42, Punarvasu from 12:42; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Makara 07:54, Kumbha 07:56, Mina 08:40, Mesha 09:21, Vrishabha 10:14, Mithuna 11:43, Karka 14:09, Simha 17:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 12:42) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 12:42) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 12:42–07:52 (16.02)+1 Yoga Priti 07:54–18:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:42–07:52 (16.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 12:42–02:18 (16.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:54–12:42−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:54–12:42−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:54–02:18 (16.02)−2 Hutashana Yoga 07:54–02:18 (16.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:54–02:18 (16.02)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 12:36 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 07:52
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 01:46 (17.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 12:36 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 17:00 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:59 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:36 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 13:59 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:00 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 01:46 (17.02) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 01:46 (17.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:52 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:35 |
| End of twilight | 18:14 |
| Moonrise | 14:40 |
| Moonset | 06:32 |
| Day length | 9 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (07:52–12:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (12:36–17:35) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:35–20:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 12:36–07:50 (17.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:36–07:50 (17.02)
Anandadi: Prajapati 12:36–07:50 (17.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:52–12:36
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:58–06:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–15:00 |
| Godhuli | 17:35–18:04 |
| Pradosha | 17:35–20:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (17.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:12–11:48, 06:24–08:01 (17.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:05–10:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:31–12:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:57–15:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–13:42, 15:00–15:39 |
| Varjyam | 20:41–22:18 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:36–09:17, 10:10–17:03
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 08:36–09:17, 10:10–17:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 08:36–09:17, 10:10–17:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:36–09:17, 10:10–17:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 12:36, Pushya from 12:36; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Kumbha 07:52, Mina 08:36, Mesha 09:17, Vrishabha 10:10, Mithuna 11:39, Karka 14:05, Simha 17:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 12:36) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 12:36) — increase in wealth; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 12:36
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:36–07:50 (17.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 12:36–07:50 (17.02)+1 Pushya 12:36–07:50 (17.02)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 12:36–07:50 (17.02)+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:52–17:00+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:52–01:46 (17.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:52–12:36
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 12:52 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:50
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 01:39 (18.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 12:52 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 15:36 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:39 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:52 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 13:39 | karana Vanija |
| from 15:36 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 01:39 (18.02) | tithi Purnima |
| from 01:39 (18.02) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:50 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:38 |
| End of twilight | 18:16 |
| Moonrise | 15:49 |
| Moonset | 07:13 |
| Day length | 9 h 47 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 12:52 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:50–12:52) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:50–17:38: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:50–12:52 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:52–07:47 (18.02)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:50–12:52 Anandadi: Ananda 12:52–07:47 (18.02)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:39–13:33 (18.02); Bhadra Puchha 09:33–10:46 (18.02); Bhadra Mukha 10:46–12:48 (18.02)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:20–19:47 (18.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:56–06:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:01 |
| Godhuli | 17:38–18:06 |
| Pradosha | 17:38–20:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (18.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:24–08:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:11–16:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:17–11:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:44–13:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:47–10:27, 23:18–00:14 (18.02) |
| Varjyam | 02:02–03:40 (18.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Pushya until 12:52, Ashlesha from 12:52; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 07:50, Mina 08:32, Mesha 09:13, Vrishabha 10:06, Mithuna 11:35, Karka 14:01, Simha 16:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 12:52) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 12:52) — physical affliction (suffering); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 07:50–17:38: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 12:52
+2 Pushya 07:50–12:52+2 Ravi Yoga 07:50–12:52+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:52–07:47 (18.02)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:50–12:52+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:50–15:360 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:52–07:47 (18.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 07:50–01:39 (18.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Magha Purnima (Maghi) |
At sunrise 07:47
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 01:58 (19.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 13:33 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 14:31 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:45 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:33 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 13:45 | karana Bava |
| from 14:31 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 01:58 (19.02) | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 01:58 (19.02) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:47 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:40 |
| End of twilight | 18:18 |
| Moonrise | 17:01 |
| Moonset | 07:45 |
| Day length | 9 h 52 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (13:33–17:40) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:47–13:45: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Magha Purnima (Maghi) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Magha: the end of Magha Snana, holy bath and generous charity; Ravidas Jayanti, Lalita Jayanti.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:39–01:58 (19.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 01:58–07:45 (19.02)
Anandadi: Chara 13:33–07:45 (19.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:47–13:33
- Bhadra on earth: 01:39–13:45; Bhadra Puchha 09:33–10:46; Bhadra Mukha 10:46–12:48
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:20–19:47
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:33–02:23 (19.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:54–06:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:02 |
| Godhuli | 17:40–18:08 |
| Pradosha | 17:40–20:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:11 (19.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:54–13:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:44–13:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:02–10:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:30–12:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 02:06–03:46 (19.02) |
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 08:28–09:09, 10:02–16:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 13:33, Magha from 13:33; tithi Purnima; lagna Kumbha 07:47, Mina 08:28, Mesha 09:09, Vrishabha 10:02, Mithuna 11:32, Karka 13:57, Simha 16:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 13:33) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 13:33) — loss of property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 07:47–17:40: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 07:47–13:45: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- 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.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:47–14:31+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chara 13:33–07:45 (19.02)0 Yoga Atiganda 14:31–16:51−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:47–13:33−1 Gandanta 07:47–19:47−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:47–13:33−3 Bhadra on earth 07:47–13:45
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious weekday, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Musala |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:45
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 02:44 (20.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 14:39 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 13:48 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:18 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:48 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 14:18 | karana Kaulava |
| from 14:39 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 02:44 (20.02) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 02:44 (20.02) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:45 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:42 |
| End of twilight | 18:20 |
| Moonrise | 18:14 |
| Moonset | 08:10 |
| Day length | 9 h 56 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 01:58 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:39 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:45–14:39) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (14:39–17:42) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Musala 07:45–14:39 Anandadi: Gada 14:39–07:43 (20.02)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:52–06:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:24–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:03 |
| Godhuli | 17:42–18:10 |
| Pradosha | 17:42–20:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (20.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:09–13:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:58–15:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:45–09:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:14–11:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:04–11:44, 15:03–15:43 |
| Varjyam | 23:11–00:53 (20.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:24–09:05, 09:58–16:51
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:24–09:05, 09:58–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:24–09:05, 09:58–16:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:24–09:05, 09:58–16:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha until 14:39, Purva-Phalguni from 14:39; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 07:45, Mina 08:24, Mesha 09:05, Vrishabha 09:58, Mithuna 11:28, Karka 13:53, Simha 16:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 14:39) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 14:39) — ill health; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:45–02:44 (20.02)0 Yoga Sukarma 13:48–07:43 (20.02)−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:45–14:39−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:45–14:39
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Siddhi, Yoga Sukarma; auspicious time — after 16:14 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:43
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 03:59 (21.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 16:14 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 13:26 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:18 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:26 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 15:18 | karana Gara |
| from 16:14 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 03:59 (21.02) | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 03:59 (21.02) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:43 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:44 |
| End of twilight | 18:22 |
| Moonrise | 19:26 |
| Moonset | 08:31 |
| Day length | 10 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:43–16:14) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (16:14–17:44) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:43–16:14
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–03:59 (21.02) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:59–07:40 (21.02)
Anandadi: Siddhi 07:43–16:14 Anandadi: Shubha 16:14–07:40 (21.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:51–06:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:04 |
| Godhuli | 17:44–18:12 |
| Pradosha | 17:44–20:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (21.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:24–11:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:28–12:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:14–16:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:58–10:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:43–10:23, 13:03–13:44 |
| Varjyam | 00:02–01:46 (21.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:20–09:01, 09:54–17:44
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:20–09:01, 09:54–17:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:20–09:01, 09:54–17:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 16:14–16:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 16:14, Uttara-Phalguni from 16:14; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:43, Mina 08:20, Mesha 09:01, Vrishabha 09:54, Mithuna 11:24, Karka 13:49, Simha 16:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 16:14) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 16:14) — destruction of all diseases; Friday — universal respect.
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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 16:14
+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:43–16:14+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:43–13:26+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:43–03:59 (21.02)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:43–16:140 Auspicious nakshatra 16:14–07:40 (21.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–03:59 (21.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:43–16:14
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:40
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 05:42 (22.02) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 18:15 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 13:25 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 16:47 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:25 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 16:47 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:15 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 05:42 (22.02) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 05:42 (22.02) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:40 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:46 |
| End of twilight | 18:24 |
| Moonrise | 20:36 |
| Moonset | 08:50 |
| Day length | 10 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:40–17:46) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:47–17:46: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:42–07:38 (22.02)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:40–18:15 Yamaghanta 18:15–07:38 (22.02)
Anandadi: Utpata 07:40–18:15 Anandadi: Mrityu 18:15–07:38 (22.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 16:47–05:42 (22.02); Bhadra Puchha 01:12–02:29 (22.02); Bhadra Mukha 02:29–04:38 (22.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:49–06:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:05 |
| Godhuli | 17:46–18:14 |
| Pradosha | 17:46–20:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (22.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:26–12:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:12–11:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:59–15:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:40–08:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:40–08:21, 08:21–09:01 |
| Varjyam | 03:30–05:15 (22.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 08:16–08:57, 09:51–16:44 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:40, Mina 08:16, Mesha 08:57, Vrishabha 09:51, Mithuna 11:20, Karka 13:45, Simha 16:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:40–18:15+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:40–13:25+1 Auspicious tithi 07:40–05:42 (22.02)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 16:47–05:42 (22.02)0 Yoga Shula 13:25–15:27−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:40–18:15−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:40–18:15
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; cons: Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) |
At sunrise 07:38
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:48 (23.02) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 20:40 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 13:45 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 18:42 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:45 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 18:42 | karana Balava |
| from 20:40 | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 07:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:38 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:48 |
| End of twilight | 18:26 |
| Moonrise | 21:45 |
| Moonset | 09:07 |
| Day length | 10 h 10 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:38–17:48) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) · 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, 21:45
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:38–20:40 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:38–20:40
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Manasa 07:38–20:40 Anandadi: Padma 20:40–07:36 (23.02)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:47–06:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:06 |
| Godhuli | 17:48–18:16 |
| Pradosha | 17:48–20:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:10 (23.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:04–15:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:32–17:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:43–14:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:16–16:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:27–17:08 |
| Varjyam | 05:35–07:22 (23.02) |
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 08:12–08:53, 09:47–16:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:38, Mina 08:12, Mesha 08:53, Vrishabha 09:47, Mithuna 11:16, Karka 13:42, Simha 16:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:38–17:48: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:38–20:40+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:38–20:40+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:38–20:400 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Ganda 13:45–16:13−1 Surya Dagdha tithi all day−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:36
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:48 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 23:25 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 14:21 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:48 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:48 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 07:48 | karana Kaulava |
| from 14:21 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 20:58 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:25 | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:36 |
| Noon | 12:43 |
| Sunset | 17:51 |
| End of twilight | 18:28 |
| Moonrise | 22:54 |
| Moonset | 09:24 |
| Day length | 10 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:48 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:36–17:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:36–23:25
Anandadi: Chhatra 23:25–07:33 (24.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 07:36–23:25
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:45–06:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:23–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 17:51–18:18 |
| Pradosha | 17:51–20:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (24.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:17–18:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:52–10:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 11:26–12:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:00–15:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–13:45, 15:07–15:48 |
| Varjyam | 05:42–07:30 (24.02) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:09–08:50, 09:43–16:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 08:09–08:50, 09:43–16:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 08:09–08:50, 09:43–16:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:09–08:50, 09:43–16:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 07:48, Krishna-panchami from 07:48; lagna Kumbha 07:36, Mina 08:09, Mesha 08:50, Vrishabha 09:43, Mithuna 11:12, Karka 13:38, Simha 16:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 07:36–07:48: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:36–23:25+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:48–07:33 (24.02)0 Yoga Vriddhi 14:21–07:33 (24.02)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 07:36–23:25−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:36–07:48−2 Rikta tithi 07:36–07:48−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:36–23:25
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:33
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 10:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 02:21 (25.02) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 15:08 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:11 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:11 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 10:11 | karana Gara |
| from 15:08 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 23:26 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:21 (25.02) | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:33 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:53 |
| End of twilight | 18:30 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 09:41 |
| Day length | 10 h 19 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 10:11 |
|---|
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, Swati (07:33–17:53) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 02:21–07:31 (25.02)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–10:11 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:11–07:31 (25.02)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:33–02:21 (25.02) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 02:21–07:31 (25.02)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:45–10:37
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:44–06:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 17:53–18:20 |
| Pradosha | 17:53–20:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (25.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:28–18:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:18–16:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:08–11:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:43–14:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:37–10:18, 23:20–00:14 (25.02) |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:33–16:32
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 07:33–16:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:33–16:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:33–16:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-panchami until 10:11, Krishna-shashti from 10:11; lagna Kumbha 07:33, Mina 08:05, Mesha 08:46, Vrishabha 09:39, Mithuna 11:08, Karka 13:34, Simha 16:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:33–02:21 (25.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:33–02:21 (25.02)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:33–15:08+1 Auspicious tithi 07:33–10:11−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–10:11−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:11–07:31 (25.02)
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 12:41 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:31
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:17 (26.02) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 16:00 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:41 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:41 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 12:41 | karana Vishti |
| from 16:00 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 01:56 (26.02) | karana Bava |
| from 05:17 (26.02) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:55 |
| End of twilight | 18:32 |
| Moonrise | 00:01 |
| Moonset | 10:01 |
| Day length | 10 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:41 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:31–17:55) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:41–17:55: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:31–05:17 (26.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:41–07:28 (26.02) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:17–07:28 (26.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:17–07:28 (26.02)
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:31–05:17 (26.02) Anandadi: Saumya 05:17–07:28 (26.02)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 12:41–22:34; Bhadra Puchha 17:58–19:18; Bhadra Mukha 19:18–21:30
- Bhadra in heaven: 22:34–01:56 (26.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:42–06:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:08 |
| Godhuli | 17:55–18:22 |
| Pradosha | 17:55–20:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:09 (26.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:24–21:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:43–14:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:49–10:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 11:25–12:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:22–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 08:38–10:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:01–08:42, 09:35–17:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:01–08:42, 09:35–17:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:01–08:42, 09:35–17:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:01–08:42, 09:35–17:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-shashti until 12:41, Krishna-saptami from 12:41; lagna Kumbha 07:31, Mina 08:01, Mesha 08:42, Vrishabha 09:35, Mithuna 11:04, Karka 13:30, Simha 16:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; 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
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 12:41
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:31–05:17 (26.02)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:41–07:28 (26.02)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:31–05:17 (26.02)+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:31–16:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Vyaghata 16:00–19:43−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:41–22:34
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; auspicious time — until 15:07 |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 07:28
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 08:01 (27.02) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 16:46 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:07 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:07 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 15:07 | karana Balava |
| from 16:46 | yoga Harshana |
| from 04:14 (27.02) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:28 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:57 |
| End of twilight | 18:34 |
| Moonrise | 01:09 |
| Moonset | 10:24 |
| Day length | 10 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:28–17:57) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:57–20:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 15:07–07:26 (27.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:07–07:26 (27.02)
Anandadi: Ananda all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:40–06:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:22–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:09 |
| Godhuli | 17:57–18:24 |
| Pradosha | 17:57–20:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (27.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:26–22:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:01–15:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:28–08:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:05–11:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:58–11:40, 15:09–15:51 |
| Varjyam | 09:44–11:31 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:28–15:07
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:28–15:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:28–15:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:57–08:38, 09:31–16:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-saptami until 15:07, Krishna-ashtami from 15:07; lagna Kumbha 07:28, Mina 07:57, Mesha 08:38, Vrishabha 09:31, Mithuna 11:00, Karka 13:26, Simha 16:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 15:07–17:57: 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
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:07
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Ananda all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Harshana 16:46–07:26 (27.02)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:07–07:26 (27.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Ashtami 15:07–07:26 (27.02)−1 Krakacha Yoga 15:07–07:26 (27.02)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Ashtami |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:26
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 17:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 08:01 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 17:19 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:14 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:01 | nakshatra Jyestha |
|---|---|
| from 17:14 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 17:14 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:19 | yoga Vajra |
| from 06:07 (28.02) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:26 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 17:59 |
| End of twilight | 18:36 |
| Moonrise | 02:15 |
| Moonset | 10:51 |
| Day length | 10 h 33 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 08:01 | from 17:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:26–08:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (08:01–17:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:26–08:01
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–17:14 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:01–07:23 (28.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:14–07:23 (28.02)
Anandadi: Chara 08:01–07:23 (28.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:26–08:01
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:47–16:49 (28.02)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:38–06:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 17:59–18:26 |
| Pradosha | 17:59–20:40 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (28.02) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:40–02:26 (28.02) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 11:23–12:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:21–16:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:45–10:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:32–10:15, 13:04–13:46 |
| Varjyam | 14:09–15:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:26–07:53, 08:01–08:34, 09:27–16:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha until 08:01, Jyestha from 08:01; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 17:14, Krishna-navami from 17:14; lagna Kumbha 07:26, Mina 07:53, Mesha 08:34, Vrishabha 09:27, Mithuna 10:56, Karka 13:22, Simha 16:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 08:01) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 08:01) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 07:26–17:14: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 17:14–17:59: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:01–07:23 (28.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:26–08:01+1 Yoga Harshana 07:26–17:19+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:26–08:010 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:26–17:14 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:26–08:010 Yoga Vajra 17:19–18:310 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:14–07:23 (28.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:01–07:23 (28.02)−1 Ashtami 07:26–17:14−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:01–07:23 (28.02)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Magha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1902 · Vikram 2037 more |
At sunrise 07:23
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 18:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 10:19 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 17:28 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:51 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:19 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 17:28 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 18:51 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 18:51 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 06:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 07:23 |
| Noon | 12:42 |
| Sunset | 18:01 |
| End of twilight | 18:38 |
| Moonrise | 03:19 |
| Moonset | 11:26 |
| Day length | 10 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:23–10:19) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (10:19–18:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–18:51
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:51–07:21 (01.03)
Anandadi: Musala 07:23–10:19 Anandadi: Gada 10:19–07:21 (01.03)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:47–16:49
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 05:36–06:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:21–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:29–15:11 |
| Godhuli | 18:01–18:28 |
| Pradosha | 18:01–20:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–01:08 (01.03) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:11–06:54 (01.03) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:03–11:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:02–15:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:23–08:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:23–08:06, 08:06–08:48 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha until 10:19, Mula from 10:19; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Kumbha 07:23, Mina 07:49, Mesha 08:30, Vrishabha 09:23, Mithuna 10:52, Karka 13:18, Simha 16:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 10:19) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 10:19) — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 07:23–18:01: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–18:510 Yoga Siddhi 17:28–07:21 (01.03)−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:23–10:19−1 Gandanta 07:23–16:49−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:23–10:19−2 Rikta tithi 07:23–18:51
Patron: Narayana; Aditya — Bhaga. Full moon in nakshatra Pushya. Ritu: Hemanta.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Shrimukha (No. 7)
Shaka Samvat 1902 · Vikram Samvat 2037 · Kali Yuga 5081
Next year — Durmati, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 4.04.1981
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
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.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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
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.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
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.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: 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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra 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).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
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.
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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)
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra 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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: 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
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
If an Amrita Siddhi day falls on a tithi “forbidden” for it (Sun — 5, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11), the nectar turns into poison (visha): the day is unfavourable for any new undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
“Cobra venom”: a triple combination of weekday, tithi and nakshatra (Sun — 5th + Krittika, Mon — 2nd + Chitra, Tue — 15th + Rohini, Wed — 7th + Bharani, Thu — 13th + Anuradha, Fri — 6th + Shravana, Sat — 8th + Revati). The strongest of the kuyogas: the day is unfavourable for any activity.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: 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)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra 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.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
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).
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else