July 1939 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Ashadha (until 16.07), Adhika Shravana (from 17.07). Adhika Shravana — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Periods: all month — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 1.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima).
Icons this month (18)
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
- 17.07 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Prajapati after 04:42 until 08:48
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 18.07 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Ananda
Ashlesha (sharp): for drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 21.07 Fri — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra after 07:00
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 26.07 Wed — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Yoga Brahma until 14:25
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 31.07 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
Festivals
- 1.07 Sat Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
- 1.07 Sat Ashadha Purnima
- 3.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 5.07 Wed Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana)
- 9.07 Sun Kalashtami
- 10.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 13.07 Thu Kamika Ekadashi
- 14.07 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 15.07 Sat Masik Shivaratri
- 16.07 Sun Ashadha Amavasya (Deep Amavasya)
- 16.07 Sun Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
- 17.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 19.07 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 19.07 Wed Chandra Darshan
- 21.07 Fri Skanda Shashti
- 23.07 Sun Masik Durgashtami
- 24.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 26.07 Wed Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala)
- 28.07 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 30.07 Sun Purnima Vrat
- 31.07 Mon Adhika Purnima
- 31.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:25–03:50 (03.07)
- 2.07 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 20:53–03:50 (03.07)
- 3.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:55–03:51 (04.07)
- 9.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–09:03
- 11.07 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:58–12:24
- 11.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:58–12:24
- 12.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:56–04:01 (13.07)
- 17.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:42–01:50 (18.07)
- 18.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:08–22:58
- 22.07 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 15:02–03:07 (23.07)
- 26.07 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:21–16:32
- 26.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:21–16:32
- 30.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:28–01:17 (31.07)
- 31.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:30–04:05 (01.08)
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.
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.07 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 3.07 Mon — Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Mrityu
- 8.07 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 13.07 Thu — Yamaghanta, Anandadi: Utpata (unfavourable day)
- 15.07 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
- 16.07 Sun — Amavasya, Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 19.07 Wed — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
- 22.07 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Kana, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 28.07 Fri — Vaidhriti, Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Sky this month
- 1.07 Full moon (Purnima) 19:15
- 16.07 Karka Sankranti 14:01 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
- 17.07 New moon (Amavasya) 00:02
- 31.07 Full moon (Purnima) 09:36
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- from 17.07 Adhika Masa
- 5.07 11:09 – 10.07 11:05 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Pramathi (No. 13, “tormenting, agitating”) — A restless year: unrest and anxiety, moderate rains; calls for caution. more
Northern samvatsara: Khara. Shaka Samvat 1861, Vikram Samvat 1996, Kali Yuga 5040.
Ashadha (Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima. more
Adhika Shravana (Nabhas) — The month of Shiva and the rains: Shravana Somvars (Mondays), Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan; in the dark half — Krishna Janmashtami. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Ashadha Purnima |
At sunrise 03:48
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 19:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 14:14 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 22:01 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:35 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:35 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 14:14 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 19:15 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 19:15 | karana Balava |
| from 22:01 | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:48 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:17 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 20:33 |
| Moonset | 03:56 |
| Day length | 17 h 28 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 19:15 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:14 | from 19:15 |
|---|
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 (03:48–14:14) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (14:14–21:17) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:48–06:35: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Veda Vyasa and spiritual teachers
The day of honouring spiritual teachers and Veda Vyasa, the compiler of the Vedas, the Puranas and the Mahabharata. Guru Puja is performed, gifts are offered to teachers and the study of sacred texts is begun.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise and lasting at least 3 muhurtas after it, 03:48–19:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ashadha Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Ashadha — Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima), the day of honouring teachers.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 17:59 (30.06)–19:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–19:15
Anandadi: Matanga 14:14–03:49 (02.07) Anandadi: Gada 03:48–14:14
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:59 (30.06)–06:35; Bhadra Puchha 02:12–03:28; Bhadra Mukha 03:28–05:34
- Gandanta (tithi): 18:50–19:41
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:56–03:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:17–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:17–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (02.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:20–09:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:10–10:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:48–05:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:48–04:58, 04:58–06:08 |
| Varjyam | 12:30–14:14, 00:42–02:27 (02.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 14:14–20:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mula until 14:14, Purva-Ashadha from 14:14; tithi Purnima until 19:15, Krishna-pratipat from 19:15; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:14, Simha 08:12, Kanya 11:13, Tula 14:13, Vrischika 17:15, Dhanu 20:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 14:14) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 14:14) — 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:
- Purnima 03:48–19:15: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Brahma 03:48–22:010 Anandadi: Matanga 14:14–03:49 (02.07)0 Auspicious tithi 19:15–03:49 (02.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:48–06:35−1 Anandadi: Gada 03:48–14:14−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:48–14:14−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–19:15
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Indra, Anandadi: Shubha; auspicious time — after 16:25 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 16:25 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 22:23 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:02 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:02 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 16:25 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 20:53 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 20:53 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:23 | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 21:08 |
| Moonset | 04:55 |
| Day length | 17 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:25 | from 20:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (03:49–16:25) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (16:25–21:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:25–03:50 (03.07) Tripushkar Yoga 20:53–03:50 (03.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:53 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:25–20:53
Anandadi: Shubha 03:49–16:25 Anandadi: Amrita 16:25–03:50 (03.07)
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 | 02:57–03:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (03.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:11–12:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:05–21:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:54–19:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:06 |
| Varjyam | 01:15–03:01 (03.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:25–17:11
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 16:25–17:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:25–17:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:49–08:08, 11:09–19:56, 20:53–21:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 16:25, Uttara-Ashadha from 16:25; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 20:53, Krishna-dvitya from 20:53; lagna Mithuna 03:49, Karka 05:10, Simha 08:08, Kanya 11:09, Tula 14:09, Vrischika 17:11, Dhanu 19:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 16:25) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 16:25) — improved health; 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 16:25
+2 Yoga Indra 03:49–22:23+1 Anandadi: Shubha 03:49–16:25+1 Auspicious tithi 03:49–20:53+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:25–03:50 (03.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:25–03:50 (03.07)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:25–20:53 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:53 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 20:53–03:50 (03.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:49–16:25
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Mrityu |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 22:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:55 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 22:59 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:49 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:49 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:55 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 22:49 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 22:49 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:59 | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 21:36 |
| Moonset | 05:58 |
| Day length | 17 h 25 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 | from 18:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (03:50–18:55) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:55–21:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:55–03:51 (04.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–22:49
Anandadi: Siddhi 20:41–03:51 (04.07) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:50–12:16 Anandadi: Kana 12:16–20:41
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:57–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (04.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:51–13:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:01–08:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:22–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:17, 16:37–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 23:22–01:10 (04.07) |
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 03:50–08:04, 11:05–19:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:55, Shravana from 18:55; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:06, Simha 08:04, Kanya 11:05, Tula 14:06, Vrischika 17:07, Dhanu 19:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:55) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:55) — bodily development (physical growth); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 03:50–21:16: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–18:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–22:490 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:55–03:51 (04.07)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 20:41–03:51 (04.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–22:49 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:50–12:16−3 Vaidhriti 03:50–22:59
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 01:02 (05.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 21:41 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:48 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:54 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:54 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 21:41 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 23:48 | yoga Priti |
| from 01:02 (05.07) | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 01:02 (05.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 21:59 |
| Moonset | 07:04 |
| Day length | 17 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (03:51–21:15) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:54–21:15: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–01:02 (05.07)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:51–21:41 Anandadi: Utpata 21:41–03:52 (05.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:54–01:02 (05.07); Bhadra Puchha 20:27–21:45; Bhadra Mukha 21:45–23:56
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:58–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:47 (05.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:05–11:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:54–19:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:12–10:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:20–08:29, 23:54–00:20 (05.07) |
| Varjyam | 02:10–03:58 (05.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:51–08:00, 11:01–17:03 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:03, Simha 08:00, Kanya 11:01, Tula 14:02, Vrischika 17:03, Dhanu 19:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–01:02 (05.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–21:41+1 Auspicious tithi 03:51–01:02 (05.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:51–21:41−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:54–01:02 (05.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Mitra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 03:25 (06.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 00:38 (06.07) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 00:46 (06.07) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:13 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:13 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 00:38 (06.07) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 00:46 (06.07) | yoga Ayushman |
| from 03:25 (06.07) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 03:25 (06.07) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 22:20 |
| Moonset | 08:10 |
| Day length | 17 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) · 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, 22:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:52–00:38 (06.07)
Anandadi: Mitra 03:52–00:38 (06.07) Anandadi: Manasa 00:38–03:53 (06.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 11:09–11:05 (10.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:47 (06.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:57–14:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:02–08:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:23–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 02:10–03:58 |
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 Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 04:59, Simha 07:57, Kanya 10:58, Tula 13:58, Vrischika 16:59, Dhanu 19:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 03:52–21:14: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:52–00:38 (06.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–00:38 (06.07)+1 Yoga Priti 03:52–00:46 (06.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka 11:09–03:53 (06.07)−2 Rikta tithi 03:52–03:25 (06.07)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:52–00:38 (06.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Tryahasparsha, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:51 (07.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 1 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 03:38 (07.07) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 01:45 (07.07) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:38 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:38 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 01:45 (07.07) | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 03:38 (07.07) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | 22:38 |
| Moonset | 09:17 |
| Day length | 17 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (03:53–21:14) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Vajra 03:53–03:38 (07.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:38–03:54 (07.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 11:09 (05.07)–11:05 (10.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:00–03:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:27 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:47 (07.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:32–21:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:43–16:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:53–06:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:13–10:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:40–10:49, 16:36–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 08:44–10:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:53–07:53, 10:54–16:55
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 | good 03:53–07:53, 10:54–16:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:53–07:53, 10:54–16:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:53–07:53, 10:54–19:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 04:55, Simha 07:53, Kanya 10:54, Tula 13:54, Vrischika 16:55, Dhanu 19:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:53–03:38 (07.07)+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:53–01:45 (07.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:53–03:38 (07.07)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Tryahasparsha
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 03:54
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:51 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:31 (08.07) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 02:40 (08.07) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:51 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:51 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 05:51 | karana Gara |
| from 19:01 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:40 (08.07) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:54 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:11 |
| Moonrise | 22:56 |
| Moonset | 10:24 |
| Day length | 17 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (03:54–21:13) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:51–03:55 (08.07)
Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 11:09 (05.07)–11:05 (10.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:24–06:17
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:00–03:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (08.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:33–23:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:24–12:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:53–19:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:04–08:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:22–08:31, 13:08–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 10:48–12:36 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:54–07:49, 10:50–16:51
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 03:54–07:49, 10:50–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:54–07:49, 10:50–16:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:54–07:49, 10:50–19:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-panchami until 05:51, Krishna-shashti from 05:51; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 04:51, Simha 07:49, Kanya 10:50, Tula 13:50, Vrischika 16:51, Dhanu 19:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:51–03:55 (08.07)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:54–02:40 (08.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:54–05:510 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 03:55
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 08:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:31 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 03:20 (09.07) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:07 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:31 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 08:07 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 08:07 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:08 | karana Bava |
| from 03:20 (09.07) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 23:14 |
| Moonset | 11:32 |
| Day length | 17 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:31 | from 08:07 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (03:55–06:31) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:31–21:12) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:07–21:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:31–03:56 (09.07)
Krakacha Yoga 03:55–08:07 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–03:56 (09.07)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:55–06:31 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:31–03:56 (09.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 08:07–21:08; Bhadra Puchha 13:18–14:36; Bhadra Mukha 14:36–16:46
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 11:09 (05.07)–11:05 (10.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:01–03:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (09.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:45–05:31 (09.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:14–10:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:55–06:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:55–05:04, 05:04–06:13 |
| Varjyam | 17:08–18:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:31–07:45
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:31–07:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:31–07:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:31–07:45, 08:07–21:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 06:31, Uttara-Bhadra from 06:31; tithi Krishna-shashti until 08:07, Krishna-saptami from 08:07; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 04:47, Simha 07:45, Kanya 10:46, Tula 13:46, Vrischika 16:47, Dhanu 19:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 06:31) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 06:31) — a good life; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 08:07–21:08: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:31–03:56 (09.07)+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:55–03:20 (09.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:31–03:56 (09.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–03:56 (09.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:31–03:56 (09.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:55–06:31−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:55–08:07−3 Bhadra on earth 08:07–21:08
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 03:56
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 10:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 09:03 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 03:36 (10.07) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:03 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:03 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 10:03 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 10:03 | karana Balava |
| from 22:48 | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:36 (10.07) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:56 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:09 |
| Moonrise | 23:34 |
| Moonset | 12:40 |
| Day length | 17 h 15 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 09:03 | from 10:03 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:56–09:03) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (09:03–21:11) 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, 21:11–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:56–09:03 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–09:03
Samvartaka Yoga 03:56–10:03
Anandadi: Sthira 03:56–09:03 Anandadi: Vardhamana 09:03–03:57 (10.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 11:09 (05.07)–11:05 (10.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:02–03:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:11–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:11–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (10.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:45–05:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:02–21:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:53–19:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:53–20:02 |
| Varjyam | 22:04–23:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:56–10:03
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:56–10:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:56–10:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:56–10:03, 10:42–19:29 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 09:03, Revati from 09:03; tithi Krishna-saptami until 10:03, Krishna-ashtami from 10:03; lagna Mithuna 03:56, Karka 04:43, Simha 07:41, Kanya 10:42, Tula 13:42, Vrischika 16:43, Dhanu 19:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 09:03) — a good life; Revati (from 09:03) — increase in property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 10:03–21:11: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–09:03+2 Ravi Yoga 03:56–09:03+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:56–09:03+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:56–09:030 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 03:56–05:45−1 Ashtami 10:03–03:57 (10.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 10:03–03:57 (10.07)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Samvartaka Yoga 03:56–10:03
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 03:57
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 11:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 11:05 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 03:22 (11.07) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:25 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:05 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 11:25 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 11:25 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:50 | karana Gara |
| from 03:22 (11.07) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:57 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | 23:57 |
| Moonset | 13:50 |
| Day length | 17 h 13 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:05 | from 11:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:57–11:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Matanga 03:57–11:05 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:05–03:58 (11.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 11:09 (05.07)–11:05
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 04:38–17:29
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:03–03:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:10–21:24 |
| Pradosha | 21:10–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (11.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:29–10:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:06–08:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:25–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:17, 16:35–17:44 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:57–07:37, 10:38–11:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Revati until 11:05, Ashwini from 11:05; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 11:25, Krishna-navami from 11:25; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 04:39, Simha 07:37, Kanya 10:38, Tula 13:38, Vrischika 16:39, Dhanu 19:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 11:05) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 11:05) — joy; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:57–11:25: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 11:25–21:10: 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
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 Anandadi: Matanga 03:57–11:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:57–11:05+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:57–03:22 (11.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:05–03:58 (11.07)−1 Panchaka 03:57–11:05−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:57–11:25−1 Rikta tithi 11:25–03:58 (11.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 03:58
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 12:24 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 02:30 (12.07) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:04 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:04 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 12:04 | karana Vanija |
| from 12:24 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 00:05 (12.07) | karana Vishti |
| from 02:30 (12.07) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:58 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:09 |
| End of twilight | 22:06 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 15:01 |
| Day length | 17 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:04 | from 12:24 |
|---|
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 (12:24–21:09) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:58–12:24 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:58–12:24
Krakacha Yoga 12:04–04:00 (12.07)
Anandadi: Amrita 03:58–12:24 Anandadi: Musala 12:24–04:00 (12.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:05–11:54 (12.07); Bhadra Puchha 01:46–02:58 (12.07); Bhadra Mukha 02:58–04:57 (12.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:04–03:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:09–21:23 |
| Pradosha | 21:09–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (12.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:48–06:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:52–19:01 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:16–10:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:25–08:33, 23:54–00:21 (12.07) |
| Varjyam | 08:11–09:52, 22:13–23:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:04–12:24
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 12:04–12:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:04–12:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:58–07:33, 10:34–19:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashwini until 12:24, Bharani from 12:24; tithi Krishna-navami until 12:04, Krishna-dashami from 12:04; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:35, Simha 07:33, Kanya 10:34, Tula 13:34, Vrischika 16:35, Dhanu 19:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 12:24) — joy; Bharani (from 12:24) — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 03:58–12:04: 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 03:58–12:24+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:58–12:24+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:58–12:24+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:58–02:30 (12.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:24–04:00 (12.07)−1 Anandadi: Musala 12:24–04:00 (12.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 03:58–12:04−3 Krakacha Yoga 12:04–04:00 (12.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:00
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 12:56 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 00:58 (13.07) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:54 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:54 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:54 | karana Bava |
| from 12:56 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 23:30 | karana Balava |
| from 00:58 (13.07) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:00 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:05 |
| Moonrise | 00:24 |
| Moonset | 16:13 |
| Day length | 17 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:54 | from 12:56 |
|---|
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, Bharani (04:00–12:56) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (12:56–21:08) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:00–11:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:56–04:01 (13.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:56–04:01 (13.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 12:56–04:01 (13.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:00–12:56
- Bhadra in heaven: 00:05–11:54; Bhadra Puchha 01:46–02:58; Bhadra Mukha 02:58–04:57
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:30–12:17
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:05–03:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:08–21:22 |
| Pradosha | 21:08–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (13.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:01–09:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:08–08:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:26–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 00:46–02:21 (13.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:00–07:29, 10:30–16:31
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 04:00–07:29, 10:30–16:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:00–07:29, 10:30–16:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 12:56–19:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Bharani until 12:56, Krittika from 12:56; tithi Krishna-dashami until 11:54, Krishna-ekadashi from 11:54; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:31, Simha 07:29, Kanya 10:30, Tula 13:30, Vrischika 16:31, Dhanu 19:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 12:56) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 12:56) — consumption (a wasting disease); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:56–04:01 (13.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Siddhi 12:56–04:01 (13.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:56–04:01 (13.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Shula 04:00–04:22−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:00–11:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:00–12:56−3 Anandadi: Kana 04:00–12:56
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kamika Ekadashi |
At sunrise 04:01
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 10:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 12:37 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 22:46 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:54 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:54 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 10:54 | karana Kaulava |
| from 12:37 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 22:05 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:46 | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:01 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:03 |
| Moonrise | 00:58 |
| Moonset | 17:23 |
| Day length | 17 h 06 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 10:54 | from 12:37 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (04:01–12:37) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (12:37–21:07) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Kamika Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Ashadha (Shravana in North India), the first within Chaturmasya. Vishnu is worshipped with tulasi leaves, and oil lamps are lit.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:54 (12.07)–10:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:02–07:27 (14.07)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 04:01–12:37
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:01–12:37 Anandadi: Utpata 12:37–04:02 (14.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:06–03:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:07–21:21 |
| Pradosha | 21:07–22:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (14.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:15–11:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:42–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:01–06:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:18–10:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:43–10:52, 16:34–17:42 |
| Varjyam | 03:53–05:25 (14.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:37–16:28
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 12:37–16:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 12:37–16:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:01–07:25, 10:26–10:54, 12:37–19:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Krittika until 12:37, Rohini from 12:37; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 10:54, Krishna-dvadashi from 10:54; lagna Mithuna 04:01, Karka 04:27, Simha 07:25, Kanya 10:26, Tula 13:26, Vrischika 16:28, Dhanu 19:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 12:37) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 12:37) — destruction of all misfortunes; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −3
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:37–04:02 (14.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Utpata 12:37–04:02 (14.07)−3 Yamaghanta 04:01–12:37
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: Mitra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:02
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 09:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 11:31 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 19:56 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:05 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:05 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:05 | karana Gara |
| from 11:31 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 19:55 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:56 | yoga Dhruva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:02 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:06 |
| End of twilight | 22:02 |
| Moonrise | 01:42 |
| Moonset | 18:27 |
| Day length | 17 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:05 | from 11:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (04:02–11:31) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (11:31–21:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:06–22:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–09:05 Yamaghanta 04:02–11:31
Anandadi: Mitra 04:02–11:31 Anandadi: Manasa 11:31–04:04 (15.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:07–03:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:06–21:20 |
| Pradosha | 21:06–22:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (15.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:28–10:00, 01:35–03:04 (15.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:26–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:50–18:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:10–08:18 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:27–08:35, 13:08–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 03:53–05:25, 16:42–18:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:02–07:21
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:02–07:21 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:02–07:21 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:02–07:21, 10:22–19:09 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Rohini until 11:31, Mrigashirsha from 11:31; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 09:05, Krishna-trayodashi from 09:05; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:23, Simha 07:21, Kanya 10:22, Tula 13:22, Vrischika 16:24, Dhanu 19:09, Makara 21:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 11:31) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 11:31) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- 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: Mitra 04:02–11:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:02–11:31+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:02–19:56+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–09:05−3 Yamaghanta 04:02–11:31
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 04:04
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:35 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 09:44 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 16:35 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:35 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:35 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:35 | karana Vishti |
| from 09:44 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 16:35 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 17:06 | karana Shakuni |
| from 03:30 (16.07) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 03:30 (16.07) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:04 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:05 |
| End of twilight | 22:00 |
| Moonrise | 02:38 |
| Moonset | 19:22 |
| Day length | 17 h 01 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 06:35 | from 09:44 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (04:04–09:44) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:35–17:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 17:06–21:05: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:35–21:05: 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, 00:21–00:49 (16.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:35–03:30 (16.07)
Anandadi: Vajra 04:04–09:44 Anandadi: Mudgara 09:44–04:05 (16.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:35–17:06; Bhadra Mukha 06:35–08:19; Bhadra Puchha 16:00–17:02
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:08–03:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:05–21:19 |
| Pradosha | 21:05–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (16.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:22–23:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:19–10:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:04–06:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:04–05:12, 05:12–06:20 |
| Varjyam | 17:19–18:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:04–06:35
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:04–06:35 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:04–06:35 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:04–07:17, 10:18–19:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 09:44, Ardra from 09:44; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 06:35, Krishna-chaturdashi from 06:35; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:19, Simha 07:17, Kanya 10:18, Tula 13:18, Vrischika 16:20, Dhanu 19:05, Makara 20:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 09:44) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 09:44) — sadness; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:35–21:05: 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: Kshaya tithi
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:35–03:30 (16.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:04–09:44+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:04–16:350 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vyaghata 16:35–19:37−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:44–04:05 (16.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:04–09:44−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:35–17:06−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:35–03:30 (16.07)
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, Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Ashadha Amavasya (Deep Amavasya) |
At sunrise 04:05
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 00:02 (17.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 07:24 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 12:50 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 13:48 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:24 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 12:50 | yoga Harshana |
| from 13:48 | karana Naga |
| from 00:02 (17.07) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 00:02 (17.07) | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:05 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:04 |
| End of twilight | 21:59 |
| Moonrise | 03:47 |
| Moonset | 20:07 |
| Day length | 16 h 58 min |
Sky
| Karka Sankranti | 14:01 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:24 |
|---|
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 (07:24–21:04) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Chatushpada 04:05–13:48: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 13:48–21:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Cancer — the beginning of Dakshinayana, the Sun’s southward course and the “night of the gods”. Holy bath, charity and ancestor rites are favourable.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 04:05–14:01
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Ashadha Amavasya (Deep Amavasya) · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Ashadha — Deep Amavasya in Maharashtra: oil lamps are cleaned and lit; in North India it is Hariyali Amavasya, when trees are planted.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:30–00:02 (17.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:02–04:07 (17.07)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:24–04:07 (17.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:05–07:24
- Gandanta (tithi): 23:42–00:22 (17.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:09–03:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:04–21:18 |
| Pradosha | 21:04–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (17.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:34–04:00 (17.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:56–21:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:49–18:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:48–19:56 |
| Varjyam | 18:03–19:28 |
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 04:05–07:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ardra until 07:24, Punarvasu from 07:24; tithi Amavasya; lagna Mithuna 04:05, Karka 04:15, Simha 07:13, Kanya 10:14, Tula 13:14, Vrischika 16:16, Dhanu 19:01, Makara 20:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 07:24) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 07:24) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 04:05–21:04: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Sankranti at 14:01 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya, Sankranti day
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:24–04:07 (17.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:24–04:07 (17.07)0 Yoga Harshana 12:50–04:07 (17.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:05–07:24−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:05–07:24−3 Amavasya 04:05–00:02 (17.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — after 04:42; auspicious time — until 08:48 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:07
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 04:42 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 08:48 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 10:12 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:42 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 08:48 | yoga Vajra |
| from 10:12 | karana Bava |
| from 20:21 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 20:21 | karana Balava |
| from 01:50 (18.07) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:07 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:57 |
| Moonrise | 05:06 |
| Moonset | 20:44 |
| Day length | 16 h 55 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 00:02 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 5, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:42 | from 20:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (04:07–04:42) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (04:42–21:02) is good for sowing.
- Kimstughna 04:07–10:12: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:42–01:50 (18.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:21–04:08 (18.07)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:42–01:50 (18.07) Anandadi: Saumya 01:50–04:08 (18.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:07–04:42
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:10–03:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:02–21:17 |
| Pradosha | 21:02–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (18.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:12–21:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:14–08:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:28–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:42–16:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:16, 16:32–17:39 |
| Varjyam | 11:45–13:09 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:07–20:51
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 04:07–20:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:07–20:51 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:07–07:09, 10:10–18:57, 20:21–20:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 04:42, Pushya from 04:42; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 20:21, Shukla-dvitya from 20:21; lagna Mithuna 04:07, Karka 04:11, Simha 07:09, Kanya 10:10, Tula 13:10, Vrischika 16:12, Dhanu 18:57, Makara 20:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 04:42) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 04:42) — increase in wealth; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 04:42
Auspicious time ends by 08:48
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:42–01:50 (18.07)+2 Pushya 04:42–01:50 (18.07)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:42–01:50 (18.07)+1 Yoga Harshana 04:07–08:48+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 20:21–04:08 (18.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:21–04:08 (18.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:07–04:420 Yoga Vajra 08:48–09:48
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:08
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 16:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 22:58 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 04:40 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:29 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:40 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 06:29 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:38 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 16:38 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:58 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 00:34 (19.07) | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 02:49 (19.07) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:08 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:01 |
| End of twilight | 21:55 |
| Moonrise | 06:31 |
| Moonset | 21:14 |
| Day length | 16 h 52 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 3, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:38 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:08–22:58 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:38–04:10 (19.07) Ravi Yoga 22:58–04:10 (19.07)
Anandadi: Ananda 04:08–22:58 Anandadi: Kaladanda 22:58–04:10 (19.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:40–04:17 (19.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:11–03:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:01–21:15 |
| Pradosha | 21:01–22:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (19.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:34–22:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:48–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:21–10:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:31–08:38, 23:53–00:21 (19.07) |
| Varjyam | 13:06–14:31 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:08–07:05, 10:06–16:08
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:08–07:05, 10:06–16:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:08–07:05, 10:06–16:08 |
| Cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:08–07:05, 10:06–18:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 16:38, Shukla-tritya from 16:38; lagna Karka 04:08, Simha 07:05, Kanya 10:06, Tula 13:07, Vrischika 16:08, Dhanu 18:53, Makara 20:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:08–22:58+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:40–00:34 (19.07)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:08–22:58+1 Auspicious tithi 04:08–16:38+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:38–04:10 (19.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:08–22:58
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 04:10
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 13:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 20:19 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 20:39 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:04 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:04 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 13:04 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:19 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 20:39 | yoga Variyana |
| from 23:23 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:10 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:00 |
| End of twilight | 21:53 |
| Moonrise | 07:57 |
| Moonset | 21:40 |
| Day length | 16 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:04 | from 20:19 |
|---|
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 (04:10–20:19) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (20:19–21:00) is good for root crops.
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), 13:04–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 21:00–21:40
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:00–21:40
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:10–20:19 Ravi Yoga 01:51–04:11 (20.07)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–13:04 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–13:04
Anandadi: Chara 04:10–20:19 Anandadi: Sthira 20:19–04:11 (20.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:23–09:48 (20.07); Bhadra Mukha 23:26–01:10 (20.07); Bhadra Puchha 08:46–09:48 (20.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:40 (18.07)–04:17
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:13–03:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 21:00–21:14 |
| Pradosha | 21:00–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (20.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:11–19:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:16–08:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:28–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 09:39–11:04, 03:33–05:00 (20.07) |
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 04:10–18:49, 20:43–21:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Magha until 20:19, Purva-Phalguni from 20:19; tithi Shukla-tritya until 13:04, Shukla-chaturti from 13:04; lagna Karka 04:10, Simha 07:01, Kanya 10:02, Tula 13:03, Vrischika 16:04, Dhanu 18:49, Makara 20:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 20:19) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 20:19) — ill health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 13:04–21:00: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 04:10–20:39: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:10–20:19+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:10–20:19+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:10–13:040 Yoga Variyana 20:39–04:11 (20.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–13:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–13:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Rikta tithi 13:04–04:11 (20.07)−1 Gandanta 04:10–04:17−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:10–20:19−3 Vyatipata 04:10–20:39
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Variyana; cons: Rikta tithi, Bhadra on earth Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:11
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 09:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 18:01 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 17:02 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:48 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:48 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 09:48 | karana Bava |
| from 17:02 | yoga Parigha |
| from 18:01 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 20:20 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:11 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:58 |
| End of twilight | 21:51 |
| Moonrise | 09:23 |
| Moonset | 22:03 |
| Day length | 16 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:48 | from 18:01 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (04:11–18:01) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (18:01–20:58) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:11–09:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:11–18:01 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:48–04:13 (21.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–09:48 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:01–04:13 (21.07)
Anandadi: Matanga 18:01–04:13 (21.07) Anandadi: Gada 04:11–18:01
- Bhadra on earth: 23:23 (19.07)–09:48; Bhadra Mukha 23:26 (19.07)–01:10; Bhadra Puchha 08:46–09:48
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:14–03:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 20:58–21:13 |
| Pradosha | 20:58–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (21.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:14–13:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:41–16:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:11–06:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:23–10:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:47–10:54, 16:30–17:37 |
| Varjyam | 03:33–05:00, 00:41–02:10 (21.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 20:39–20:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 20:39–20:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 20:39–20:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 18:01–18:45, 20:39–20:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 18:01, Uttara-Phalguni from 18:01; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 09:48, Shukla-panchami from 09:48; lagna Karka 04:11, Simha 06:58, Kanya 09:59, Tula 12:59, Vrischika 16:00, Dhanu 18:45, Makara 20:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 18:01) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 18:01) — destruction of all diseases; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 04:11–09:48: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 04:11–09:48: 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 Uttara-Phalguni 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
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 04:11–18:01+1 Yoga Variyana 04:11–17:02+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:48–04:13 (21.07)0 Anandadi: Matanga 18:01–04:13 (21.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 18:01–04:13 (21.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–09:48 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:48–04:13 (21.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Parigha 17:02–03:26 (21.07)−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:01–04:13 (21.07)−1 Anandadi: Gada 04:11–18:01−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:11–18:01−1 Bhadra on earth 04:11–09:48−2 Rikta tithi 04:11–09:48
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Shubha; auspicious time — after 07:00 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 04:13
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 07:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 16:14 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 13:49 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:00 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:00 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 07:00 | karana Kaulava |
| from 13:49 | yoga Shiva |
| from 16:14 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 17:48 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:13 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:57 |
| End of twilight | 21:49 |
| Moonrise | 10:47 |
| Moonset | 22:26 |
| Day length | 16 h 43 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 07:00 | 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, Uttara-Phalguni (04:13–16:14) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (16:14–20:57) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 07:00–04:15 (22.07)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:00–04:15 (22.07) Ravi Yoga 16:14–04:15 (22.07)
Anandadi: Shubha 04:13–16:14 Anandadi: Amrita 16:14–04:15 (22.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 06:38–07:21
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:15–03:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 20:57–21:11 |
| Pradosha | 20:57–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (22.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:34–11:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:29–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:46–18:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:18–08:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:34–08:41, 13:08–14:15 |
| Varjyam | 00:13–01:44 (22.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:13–06:54
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 04:13–06:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:13–06:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:13–06:54, 09:55–18:41, 20:35–20:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 16:14, Hasta from 16:14; tithi Shukla-panchami until 07:00, Shukla-shashti from 07:00; lagna Karka 04:13, Simha 06:54, Kanya 09:55, Tula 12:55, Vrischika 15:56, Dhanu 18:41, Makara 20:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 16:14) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 16:14) — imparting radiance (to the person); 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.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 07:00
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:00–04:15 (22.07)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 04:13–16:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:13–16:14+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:13–07:00+1 Ravi Yoga 16:14–04:15 (22.07)0 Yoga Shiva 13:49–04:15 (22.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:00–04:15 (22.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Anandadi: Kana Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:15
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 04:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 15:02 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 11:06 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 04:45 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:45 | tithi Shukla-saptami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 04:45 | karana Gara |
| from 11:06 | yoga Siddha |
| from 15:02 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 15:51 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:07 (23.07) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 03:07 (23.07) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:15 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:55 |
| End of twilight | 21:47 |
| Moonrise | 12:08 |
| Moonset | 22:49 |
| Day length | 16 h 40 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:45 | from 15:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (04:15–15:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (15:02–20:55) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:15–15:02 Dwipushkar Yoga 15:02–03:07 (23.07)
Krakacha Yoga 04:15–04:45 Yamaghanta 04:15–15:02 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:45–15:02 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–03:07 (23.07)
Anandadi: Mrityu 04:15–15:02 Anandadi: Kana 15:02–04:16 (23.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:07–14:33 (23.07); Bhadra Puchha 04:51–06:00 (23.07); Bhadra Mukha 06:00–07:55 (23.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:16–03:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:55–21:10 |
| Pradosha | 20:55–22:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (23.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:20–10:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:25–10:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:40–16:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:15–06:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:15–05:21, 05:21–06:28 |
| Varjyam | 22:52–00:25 (23.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Hasta until 15:02, Chitra from 15:02; tithi Shukla-shashti until 04:45, Shukla-saptami from 04:45; lagna Karka 04:15, Simha 06:50, Kanya 09:51, Tula 12:51, Vrischika 15:52, Dhanu 18:37, Makara 20:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 15:02) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 15:02) — improvement of well-being; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:15–15:02+1 Yoga Siddha 11:06–04:16 (23.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:15–15:02+1 Auspicious tithi 04:45–03:07 (23.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:45–15:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 04:15–15:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 15:02–03:07 (23.07)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–03:07 (23.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 04:15–15:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Krakacha Yoga 04:15–04:45−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:15–04:45−1 Anandadi: Kana 15:02–04:16 (23.07)−2 Kshaya tithi
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Ashtami Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 04:16
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:09 (24.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 14:30 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 08:54 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:33 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:54 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 14:30 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 14:33 | karana Bava |
| from 02:09 (24.07) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 02:09 (24.07) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:16 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:54 |
| End of twilight | 21:45 |
| Moonrise | 13:27 |
| Moonset | 23:15 |
| Day length | 16 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 | 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, Chitra (04:16–14:30) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (14:30–20:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:16–14:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:07–02:09 (24.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Padma 04:16–14:30 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:30–04:18 (24.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:07–14:33; Bhadra Puchha 04:51–06:00; Bhadra Mukha 06:00–07:55
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:17–03:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:54–21:08 |
| Pradosha | 20:54–22:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (24.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:14–09:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:49–20:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:44–18:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:41–19:47 |
| Varjyam | 20:07–21:43 |
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 04:16–06:46, 09:47–18:33, 20:28–20:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Chitra until 14:30, Swati from 14:30; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Karka 04:16, Simha 06:46, Kanya 09:47, Tula 12:47, Vrischika 15:48, Dhanu 18:33, Makara 20:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 14:30) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 14:30) — relief from all suffering; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 04:16–20:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddha 04:16–08:54+1 Anandadi: Padma 04:16–14:30+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:16–14:300 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:30–04:18 (24.07)−1 Ashtami 04:16–02:09 (24.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:16–14:33
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Chhatra; auspicious time — after 07:14 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:18
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 01:50 (25.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 14:35 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 07:14 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:55 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:14 | yoga Shubha |
|---|---|
| from 13:55 | karana Kaulava |
| from 14:35 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 01:50 (25.07) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 01:50 (25.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:18 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:52 |
| End of twilight | 21:43 |
| Moonrise | 14:41 |
| Moonset | 23:45 |
| Day length | 16 h 34 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:35 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (04:18–14:35) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (14:35–20:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:35–04:20 (25.07)
Yamaghanta 14:35–04:20 (25.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:18–14:35 Anandadi: Mitra 14:35–04:20 (25.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:19–03:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:27 |
| Godhuli | 20:52–21:07 |
| Pradosha | 20:52–22:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (25.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:45–07:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:22–08:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:31–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:39–16:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:14, 16:27–17:33 |
| Varjyam | 20:21–22:00 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:18–18:30, 20:24–20:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Swati until 14:35, Vishakha from 14:35; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Karka 04:18, Simha 06:42, Kanya 09:43, Tula 12:43, Vrischika 15:44, Dhanu 18:30, Makara 20:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 14:35) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 14:35) — loss of money; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 04:18–20:52: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 07:14
+2 Yoga Shubha 07:14–04:20 (25.07)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 04:18–14:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:18–14:35+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 14:35–04:20 (25.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Yamaghanta 14:35–04:20 (25.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Rikta tithi 04:18–01:50 (25.07)
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 Shubha, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:20
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 02:06 (26.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 15:18 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 06:04 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:54 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:04 | yoga Shukla |
|---|---|
| from 13:54 | karana Gara |
| from 15:18 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 02:06 (26.07) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 02:06 (26.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:20 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:50 |
| End of twilight | 21:41 |
| Moonrise | 15:51 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 16 h 30 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:20–15:18) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (15:18–20:50) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 04:20–02:06 (26.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:06–04:21 (26.07)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:20–15:18 Anandadi: Vajra 15:18–04:21 (26.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:41–02:30 (26.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:20–03:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:26 |
| Godhuli | 20:50–21:05 |
| Pradosha | 20:50–22:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (26.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:14–07:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:43–18:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:27–10:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:38–08:44, 23:51–00:21 (26.07) |
| Varjyam | 19:30–21:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:20–06:38, 09:39–15:40, 20:20–20:50
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:20–06:38, 09:39–15:40, 20:20–20:50 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:20–06:38, 09:39–15:40, 20:20–20:50 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:20–06:38, 09:39–20:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Vishakha until 15:18, Anuradha from 15:18; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Karka 04:20, Simha 06:38, Kanya 09:39, Tula 12:39, Vrischika 15:40, Dhanu 18:26, Makara 20:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 15:18) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 15:18) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:20–06:04+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:20–15:18+1 Auspicious tithi 04:20–02:06 (26.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:18–04:21 (26.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Vajra 15:18–04:21 (26.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:20–02:06 (26.07)
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 14:25 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala) |
At sunrise 04:21
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 02:52 (27.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 16:32 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 05:22 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 14:25 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:22 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 14:25 | karana Vishti |
| from 16:32 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:52 (27.07) | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 02:52 (27.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:21 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:49 |
| End of twilight | 21:39 |
| Moonrise | 16:53 |
| Moonset | 00:20 |
| Day length | 16 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:21–16:32) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (16:32–20:49) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:25–20:49: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala) · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Adhika Masa — it occurs once every two or three years. Dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu); fasting in the intercalary month is considered especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 02:06–02:52 (27.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 14:13–17:30 (27.07)
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:21–16:32 Ravi Yoga 04:21–16:32 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:21–16:32 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:52–04:23 (27.07)
Anandadi: Saumya 04:21–16:32 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 16:32–04:23 (27.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 14:25–02:52 (27.07); Bhadra Puchha 19:26–20:41; Bhadra Mukha 20:41–22:45
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:21–03:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:49–21:04 |
| Pradosha | 20:49–22:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (27.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:36–07:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:25–08:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:32–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 22:32–00:14 (27.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:21–06:34, 09:35–15:36, 20:16–20:49 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:21–06:34, 09:35–16:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Anuradha until 16:32, Jyestha from 16:32; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Karka 04:21, Simha 06:34, Kanya 09:35, Tula 12:35, Vrischika 15:36, Dhanu 18:22, Makara 20:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 16:32) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 16:32) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +11
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 14:25
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:21–16:32+2 Ravi Yoga 04:21–16:32+2 Yoga Brahma 05:22–04:23 (27.07)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 04:21–16:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:21–16:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:21–02:52 (27.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 16:32–04:23 (27.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:32–04:23 (27.07)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:25–02:52 (27.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Kaladanda Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:23
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 04:05 (28.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 18:14 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 05:03 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:26 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:03 | yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| from 15:26 | karana Balava |
| from 18:14 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 04:05 (28.07) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 04:05 (28.07) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:23 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:47 |
| End of twilight | 21:37 |
| Moonrise | 17:47 |
| Moonset | 01:02 |
| Day length | 16 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (04:23–18:14) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (18:14–20:47) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:23–18:14 Anandadi: Dhumra 18:14–04:25 (28.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:46–00:43 (28.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:22–03:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:24 |
| Godhuli | 20:47–21:02 |
| Pradosha | 20:47–22:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (28.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:48–10:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:38–16:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:23–06:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:29–10:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:51–10:57, 16:24–17:30 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:23–06:30, 09:31–15:32, 20:12–20:47
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 04:23–06:30, 09:31–15:32, 20:12–20:47 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:23–06:30, 09:31–15:32, 20:12–20:47 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:23–06:30, 09:31–18:18, 20:12–20:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Jyestha until 18:14, Mula from 18:14; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Karka 04:23, Simha 06:30, Kanya 09:31, Tula 12:31, Vrischika 15:32, Dhanu 18:18, Makara 20:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 18:14) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 18:14) — ruin of the family; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 04:23–05:03+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:23–18:14−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:23–18:14
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Tryahasparsha Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:25
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:39 (29.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 20:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 05:04 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:49 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:04 | yoga Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| from 16:49 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:17 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:25 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:45 |
| End of twilight | 21:35 |
| Moonrise | 18:33 |
| Moonset | 01:52 |
| Day length | 16 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 6, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 20:17 |
|---|
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, Mula (04:25–20:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (20:17–20:45) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:45–22:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 20:17–04:27 (29.07)
Anandadi: Sthira 04:25–20:17 Anandadi: Vardhamana 20:17–04:27 (29.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:24–03:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:18–16:24 |
| Godhuli | 20:45–21:00 |
| Pradosha | 20:45–22:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:51 (29.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:20–15:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:32–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:40–18:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:27–08:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:41–08:46, 13:08–14:13 |
| Varjyam | 18:33–20:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:25–05:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:25–05:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:25–05:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 20:17–20:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mula until 20:17, Purva-Ashadha from 20:17; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Karka 04:25, Simha 06:26, Kanya 09:27, Tula 12:27, Vrischika 15:29, Dhanu 18:14, Makara 20:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 20:17) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 20:17) — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 05:04–20:45: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 04:25–05:04+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:25–20:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Ravi Yoga 20:17–04:27 (29.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:25–20:17−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Vaidhriti 05:04–04:27 (29.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:27
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:39 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 22:40 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 05:21 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:39 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:21 | yoga Vishkambha |
|---|---|
| from 05:39 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 05:39 | karana Gara |
| from 18:32 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:40 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:27 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:43 |
| End of twilight | 21:32 |
| Moonrise | 19:10 |
| Moonset | 02:48 |
| Day length | 16 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:39 |
|---|
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, Purva-Ashadha (04:27–20:43) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:39–20:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:27–22:40 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:39–04:28 (30.07)
Anandadi: Matanga 04:27–22:40 Anandadi: Rakshasa 22:40–04:28 (30.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:25–03:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:18–16:23 |
| Godhuli | 20:43–20:59 |
| Pradosha | 20:43–22:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:51 (30.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:23–19:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:31–10:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:37–16:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:27–06:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:27–05:32, 05:32–06:37 |
| Varjyam | 06:50–08:36 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:21–05:39
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 05:21–05:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:21–05:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:27–06:22, 09:23–18:10, 20:04–20:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 05:39, Shukla-chaturdashi from 05:39; lagna Karka 04:27, Simha 06:22, Kanya 09:23, Tula 12:23, Vrischika 15:25, Dhanu 18:10, Makara 20:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — 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:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:39–20:43: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 04:27–05:21: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:27–22:40+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:39–04:28 (30.07)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:27–22:40+1 Auspicious tithi 04:27–05:390 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Vaidhriti 04:27–05:21−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:27–22:40−2 Rikta tithi 05:39–04:28 (30.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 04:28
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 01:17 (31.07) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 05:52 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:30 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:52 | yoga Priti |
|---|---|
| from 07:30 | tithi Purnima |
| from 07:30 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:32 | karana Bava |
| from 01:17 (31.07) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:28 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:41 |
| End of twilight | 21:30 |
| Moonrise | 19:40 |
| Moonset | 03:49 |
| Day length | 16 h 12 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 07:30 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Ashadha (04:28–20:41) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:30–20:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:28–07:30: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:58–14:12
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 31.07
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:28–01:17 (31.07)
Anandadi: Amrita 04:28–18:36 Anandadi: Musala 18:36–03:04 (31.07) Anandadi: Gada 03:04–04:30 (31.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 07:30–20:32; Bhadra Puchha 15:59–17:17; Bhadra Mukha 17:17–19:28
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:26–03:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:17–16:22 |
| Godhuli | 20:41–20:57 |
| Pradosha | 20:41–22:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:51 (31.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:11–19:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:40–20:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:38–18:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:32–19:36 |
| Varjyam | 07:32–09:18 |
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 04:28–06:18, 09:19–18:06, 20:00–20:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 07:30, Purnima from 07:30; lagna Karka 04:28, Simha 06:18, Kanya 09:19, Tula 12:19, Vrischika 15:21, Dhanu 18:06, Makara 20:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:28–07:30: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 07:30–20:41: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:28–01:17 (31.07)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:28–18:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:28–01:17 (31.07)+1 Yoga Priti 05:52–04:30 (31.07)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 18:36–03:04 (31.07)−2 Rikta tithi 04:28–07:30−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:30–20:32
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1861 · Vikram 1996 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Adhika Purnima · Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:30
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 09:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 04:05 (01.08) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 06:34 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:36 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:34 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 09:36 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 09:36 | karana Balava |
| from 22:43 | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:05 (01.08) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:30 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:39 |
| End of twilight | 21:28 |
| Moonrise | 20:05 |
| Moonset | 04:54 |
| Day length | 16 h 09 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 09:36 |
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Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:36 |
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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 (04:30–20:39) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Purnima · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The full moon of the intercalary month (Purushottama Masa). Annual festivals are not celebrated on this day, but holy bathing, fasting and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:30 (30.07)–09:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 30.07
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:30–04:05 (01.08) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:05–04:32 (01.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:30–04:05 (01.08) Anandadi: Shubha 04:05–04:32 (01.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:10–10:02
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:28–03:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:16–16:21 |
| Godhuli | 20:39–20:55 |
| Pradosha | 20:39–22:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:51 (01.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:28–18:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:31–08:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:34–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:36–16:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:07–14:12, 16:21–17:26 |
| Varjyam | 05:45–07:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:36–20:39
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 09:36–20:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:36–20:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:30–06:14, 09:15–18:02, 19:56–20:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Purnima until 09:36, Krishna-pratipat from 09:36; lagna Karka 04:30, Simha 06:14, Kanya 09:15, Tula 12:15, Vrischika 15:17, Dhanu 18:02, Makara 19:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:30–09:36: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:30–04:05 (01.08)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:30–04:05 (01.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:30–04:05 (01.08)+1 Yoga Priti 04:30–06:34+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 09:36–04:32 (01.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
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: Khara (No. 25)
Shaka Samvat 1861 · Vikram Samvat 1996 · Kali Yuga 5040
Next year — Vikrama, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 7.04.1940
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: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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)
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: 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: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Mula
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.
digging, plowing, planting trees
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — 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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
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.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
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.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: 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: 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)
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Planting and sowing are allowed.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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.
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.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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.
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: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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: 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: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 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).
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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: 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.
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 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).
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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 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
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.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: 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
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra 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).
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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: 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.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−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.
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): 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.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Planting and sowing are allowed.
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
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.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: 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: 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)
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: 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: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Auspicious: 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.
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.
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.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: 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
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.
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.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
Planting and sowing are allowed.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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: 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)
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: 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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new 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: 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)
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Shridhara; Aditya — Indra. Full moon in nakshatra Shravana. Ritu: Varsha.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
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: 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: 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
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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: 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: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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: 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
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Auspicious (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 Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
+1 — favourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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 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).
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings