July 1999 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Nija Jyeshtha (until 13.07), Ashadha (from 14.07). Periods: 13–21.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 24.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 14.07 Ratha Yatra; 24.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 28.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima). 28.07 — lunar eclipse, partial (not visible here).
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
- 6.07 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Siddhi until 08:53
Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 10.07 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 14.07 Wed — Pushya, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Matanga until 15:02
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 18.07 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra after 06:02
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 22.07 Thu — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) until 19:32
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal. - 23.07 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) until 18:38
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Festivals
- 2.07 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
- 6.07 Tue Kalashtami
- 9.07 Fri Yogini Ekadashi
- 10.07 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 11.07 Sun Masik Shivaratri
- 13.07 Tue Jyeshtha Amavasya
- 13.07 Tue Bhaumvati Amavasya
- 13.07 Tue Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- 14.07 Wed Ratha Yatra
- 14.07 Wed Chandra Darshan
- 16.07 Fri Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
- 16.07 Fri Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 18.07 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 20.07 Tue Masik Durgashtami
- 24.07 Sat Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
- 25.07 Sun Pradosha Vrat
- 27.07 Tue Purnima Vrat
- 28.07 Wed Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
- 28.07 Wed Ashadha Purnima
- 31.07 Sat Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana)
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–07:22
- 6.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:53–08:53
- 8.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–06:25
- 10.07 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:58–23:47
- 10.07 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:58–23:47
- 18.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 18.07 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 14:36–04:11 (19.07)
- 22.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:06–04:17 (23.07)
- 23.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:17–03:02 (24.07)
- 25.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:51–04:22 (26.07)
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.07 Thu — Vaidhriti, Tryahasparsha, Anandadi: Dhwanksha
- 5.07 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 7.07 Wed — Anandadi: Utpata, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga (unfavourable day)
- 12.07 Mon — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Kaladanda
- 13.07 Tue — Amavasya, Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 16.07 Fri — Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day
- 19.07 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Vajra
- 21.07 Wed — Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Dhumra
- 26.07 Mon — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 27.07 Tue — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 31.07 Sat — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Sky this month
- 4.07 Northern samvatsara: Khara → Nandana 00:07
- 13.07 New moon (Amavasya) 05:23
- 16.07 Karka Sankranti 23:01 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
- 28.07 Full moon (Purnima) 14:24
- 28.07 Lunar eclipse, partial, greatest eclipse 14:33, magnitude 0.397
not visible here (below the horizon)
Periods
- 13–21.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- from 24.07 Chaturmasya
- 2.07 20:00 – 7.07 07:55 Chora Panchaka
- 30.07 02:02 – 3.08 13:32 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 → Nandana. Shaka Samvat 1921, Vikram Samvat 2056, Kali Yuga 5100.
Nija Jyeshtha (Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima. more
Ashadha (Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima. more
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
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 — Vaidhriti, Tryahasparsha |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 03:49
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 04:41 (02.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 05:46 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 14:43 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 16:14 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:46 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 14:43 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 16:14 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:49 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:17 |
| Moonrise | 22:39 |
| Moonset | 06:21 |
| Day length | 17 h 27 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 05:46 |
|---|
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 (03:49–05:46) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (05:46–21:16) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:14–21:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:49–05:46
Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:30–03:50 (02.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:49–07:30
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 16:14–04:41 (02.07); Bhadra Puchha 00:18–01:33 (02.07); Bhadra Mukha 01:33–03:38 (02.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:57–03:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:16–21:30 |
| Pradosha | 21:16–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:46 (02.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:17–21:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:44–16:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:49–06:00 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:11–10:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:38–10:48, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 10:02–11:45 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 14:43–17:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 14:43–17:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 14:43–21:16 |
| Cutting toenails | good 14:43–17:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:49–08:15, 11:16–20:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 05:46, Shravana from 05:46; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Mithuna 03:49, Karka 05:17, Simha 08:15, Kanya 11:16, Tula 14:17, Vrischika 17:18, Dhanu 20:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 05:46) — improved health; Shravana (from 05:46) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 03:49–14:43: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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 Anandadi: Dhwaja 07:30–03:50 (02.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:49–05:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:49–05:46−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 16:14–03:50 (02.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:49–07:30−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Vaidhriti 03:49–14:43
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 07:22 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 04:41 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 07:22 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 14:23 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 04:41 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:41 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 04:41 | karana Bava |
| from 07:22 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 14:23 | yoga Priti |
| from 17:00 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 23:07 |
| Moonset | 07:29 |
| Day length | 17 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 04:41 | from 07:22 |
|---|
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 (03:50–07:22) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:50–04:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) · 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, 23:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–07:22
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:22–03:51 (03.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:50–07:22
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 16:14 (01.07)–04:41; Bhadra Puchha 00:18–01:33; Bhadra Mukha 01:33–03:38
- Chora Panchaka: 20:00–07:55 (07.07)
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 (03.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:38–23:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:22–12:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:54–19:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:01–08:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:19–08:29, 13:08–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 11:34–13:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:50–04:41
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 03:50–04:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 03:50–04:41 |
| Cutting toenails | good 03:50–04:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:50–04:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 07:22, Dhanishtha from 07:22; tithi Krishna-tritya until 04:41, Krishna-chaturti from 04:41; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:13, Simha 08:12, Kanya 11:12, Tula 14:13, Vrischika 17:14, Dhanu 19:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 07:22) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 07:22) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 04:41–21:16: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 07:22
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–07:22+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:22–03:51 (03.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–07:22+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–04:410 Yoga Priti 14:23–03:51 (03.07)0 Panchaka 20:00–03:51 (03.07)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:50–04:41−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:50–07:22−2 Rikta tithi 04:41–03:51 (03.07)
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: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 05:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 08:32 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 13:41 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 05:13 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:13 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 05:13 | karana Kaulava |
| from 08:32 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 13:41 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 17:18 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 23:31 |
| Moonset | 08:40 |
| Day length | 17 h 24 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 05:13 | from 08:32 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (08:32–21:15) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–05:13
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–03:52 (04.07)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:51–08:32 Anandadi: Ananda 08:32–03:52 (04.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 20:00 (02.07)–07:55 (07.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:58–03:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:29 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:47 (04.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 01:47–03:26 (04.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:12–10:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:44–16:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:51–06:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:51–05:00, 05:00–06:10 |
| Varjyam | 15:56–17:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:13–21:15
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:13–21:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:13–21:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 08:32, Shatabhisha from 08:32; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 05:13, Krishna-panchami from 05:13; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:09, Simha 08:08, Kanya 11:09, Tula 14:09, Vrischika 17:10, Dhanu 19:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 08:32) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 08:32) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 03:51–05:13: 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: Vardhamana 03:51–08:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–08:32+1 Yoga Priti 03:51–13:41+1 Auspicious tithi 05:13–03:52 (04.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–05:13−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–03:52 (04.07)−2 Rikta tithi 03:51–05:13
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — after 09:11 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 05:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 09:11 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 12:35 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:15 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:15 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 05:15 | karana Gara |
| from 09:11 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 12:35 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 17:04 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 23:53 |
| Moonset | 09:55 |
| Day length | 17 h 23 min |
Sky
| Northern samvatsara | 00:07 — Khara → Nandana |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 8, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:15 | from 09:11 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (03:52–09:11) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (09:11–21:15) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 09:11–03:52 (05.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:15–03:52 (05.07)
Anandadi: Chara 09:11–03:52 (05.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:52–09:11
- Chora Panchaka: 20:00 (02.07)–07:55 (07.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:51–05:38
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:25 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 01:17–02:53 (05.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:04–21:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:54–19:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:56–20:05 |
| Varjyam | 15:37–17:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:52–08:04
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 03:52–08:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:52–08:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:52–08:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 09:11, Purva-Bhadra from 09:11; tithi Krishna-panchami until 05:15, Krishna-shashti from 05:15; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:05, Simha 08:04, Kanya 11:05, Tula 14:05, Vrischika 17:06, Dhanu 19:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 09:11) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 09:11) — facing death (dangers); 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 = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:11
+2 Ravi Yoga 09:11–03:52 (05.07)+1 Anandadi: Chara 09:11–03:52 (05.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–09:11+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:52–12:35+1 Auspicious tithi 03:52–05:150 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:15–03:52 (05.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:11–03:52 (05.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:52–09:11−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 04:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 09:19 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:03 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 04:45 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:45 | tithi Krishna-saptami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 04:45 | karana Vishti |
| from 09:19 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 11:03 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 16:17 | karana Bava |
| from 03:41 (06.07) | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 03:41 (06.07) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 11:12 |
| Day length | 17 h 21 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 04:45 | from 09:19 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (03:52–09:19) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (09:19–21:14) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:45–16:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:52–09:19
Hutashana Yoga 03:52–04:45 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–04:45 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–03:41 (06.07)
Anandadi: Musala 03:52–09:19 Anandadi: Gada 09:19–03:53 (06.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 04:45–16:17; Bhadra Puchha 09:20–10:29; Bhadra Mukha 10:29–12:23
- Chora Panchaka: 20:00 (02.07)–07:55 (07.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:27 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (06.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:03–08:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:23–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:18, 16:36–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 18:45–20:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 16:17–17:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 16:17–17:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 16:17–17:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 11:01–19:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 09:19, Uttara-Bhadra from 09:19; tithi Krishna-shashti until 04:45, Krishna-saptami from 04:45; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:02, Simha 08:00, Kanya 11:01, Tula 14:01, Vrischika 17:02, Dhanu 19:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 09:19) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 09:19) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 04:45–16:17: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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, Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 03:52–09:19+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:52–11:03+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:19–03:53 (06.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 03:52–04:450 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–04:45−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:52–09:19−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:52–09:19−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–03:41 (06.07)−3 Bhadra on earth 04:45–16:17
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 08:53 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:04 (07.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 08:53 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 09:03 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:56 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:53 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 09:03 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 14:56 | karana Kaulava |
| from 02:04 (07.07) | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 02:04 (07.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:12 |
| Moonrise | 00:13 |
| Moonset | 12:31 |
| Day length | 17 h 19 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 08:53 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (03:53–08:53) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (08:53–21:13) 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, 21:13–22:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:53–08:53 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:53–08:53 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–02:04 (07.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 03:53–08:53 Anandadi: Shubha 08:53–03:55 (07.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 20:00 (02.07)–07:55 (07.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:12–13:35 (07.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:00–03:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:27 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (07.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:10–05:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:53–19:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:13–10:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:21–08:31, 23:54–00:21 (07.07) |
| Varjyam | 20:24–21:56 |
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 03:53–07:56, 10:57–19:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 08:53, Revati from 08:53; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 04:58, Simha 07:56, Kanya 10:57, Tula 13:57, Vrischika 16:58, Dhanu 19:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 08:53) — a good life; Revati (from 08:53) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:53–21:13: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 08:53
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:53–08:53+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–02:04 (07.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:53–08:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:53–08:53+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:53–09:03+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:53–08:530 Yoga Atiganda 09:03–11:12−1 Ashtami 03:53–02:04 (07.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:53–02:04 (07.07)
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 | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Utpata, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 03:55
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 23:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 07:55 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 06:36 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:03 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:36 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 07:55 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 13:03 | karana Gara |
| from 23:55 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 23:55 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:44 (08.07) | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:11 |
| Moonrise | 00:33 |
| Moonset | 13:52 |
| Day length | 17 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:55 |
|---|
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, Revati (03:55–07:55) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 03:55–23:55
Anandadi: Utpata 03:55–07:55 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:55–03:56 (08.07)
- Chora Panchaka: 20:00 (02.07)–07:55
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:12–13:35
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:01–03:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (08.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:36–07:08, 23:40–01:10 (08.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:04–08:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:24–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 02:40–04:10 (08.07) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 07:55, Ashwini from 07:55; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 04:54, Simha 07:52, Kanya 10:53, Tula 13:53, Vrischika 16:54, Dhanu 19:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 07:55) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 07:55) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 03:55–21:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Utpata, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:55–07:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:36–03:44 (08.07)−1 Gandanta 03:55–13:35−1 Panchaka 03:55–07:55−2 Rikta tithi 03:55–23:55−3 Anandadi: Utpata 03:55–07:55−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:55–23:55
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Padma; auspicious time — until 06:25 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 03:56
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 21:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 06:25 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 00:30 (09.07) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:40 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:25 | nakshatra Bharani |
|---|---|
| from 10:40 | karana Vishti |
| from 21:18 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 21:18 | karana Bava |
| from 00:30 (09.07) | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:56 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 00:55 |
| Moonset | 15:14 |
| Day length | 17 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:25 |
|---|
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, Bharani (06:25–21:12) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:40–21:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–06:25 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–21:18
Anandadi: Manasa 03:56–06:25 Anandadi: Padma 06:25–03:57 (09.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 10:40–21:18; Bhadra Puchha 12:13–13:17; Bhadra Mukha 13:17–15:04
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:57–21:39
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:02–03:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (09.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:05–01:33 (09.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:43–16:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:56–06:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:15–10:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:41–10:50, 16:36–17:45 |
| Varjyam | 02:40–04:10, 15:15–16:43 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:56–06:25
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 03:56–06:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:56–06:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:56–06:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 06:25, Bharani from 06:25; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Mithuna 03:56, Karka 04:50, Simha 07:48, Kanya 10:49, Tula 13:49, Vrischika 16:50, Dhanu 19:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 06:25) — joy; Bharani (from 06:25) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 06:25
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–21:18+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:25–03:57 (09.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:56–06:25+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:56–00:30 (09.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–06:25−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:25–03:57 (09.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:40–21:18
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Chhatra; auspicious time — after 04:30; auspicious time — until 18:20 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Festivals | Yogini Ekadashi |
At sunrise 03:57
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 18:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 04:30 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 20:59 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:52 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:30 | nakshatra Krittika |
|---|---|
| from 07:52 | karana Balava |
| from 18:20 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 18:20 | karana Kaulava |
| from 20:59 | yoga Ganda |
| from 02:14 (10.07) | nakshatra Rohini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:57 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | 01:20 |
| Moonset | 16:38 |
| Day length | 17 h 14 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 04:30 | from 18:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (03:57–04:30) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (04:30–21:11) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Yogini Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Jyeshtha (Ashadha in North India). According to the Puranas, the fast heals diseases and lifts curses; Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:18 (08.07)–18:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:58–07:24 (10.07)
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:57–18:20
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:20–03:58 (10.07) Yamaghanta 02:14–03:58 (10.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:30–02:14 (10.07) Anandadi: Mitra 02:14–03:58 (10.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:57–04:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:03–03:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:11–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:11–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (10.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:04–01:31 (10.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:25–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:52–19:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:06–08:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:24–08:33, 13:08–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 15:22–16:49 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:57–07:44, 10:45–16:46
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 03:57–07:44, 10:45–16:46 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:57–07:44, 10:45–16:46 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:30–07:44, 10:45–18:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 04:30, Krittika from 04:30; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 18:20, Krishna-dvadashi from 18:20; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 04:46, Simha 07:44, Kanya 10:45, Tula 13:45, Vrischika 16:46, Dhanu 19:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 04:30) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 04:30) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.
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.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 04:30
Auspicious time ends by 18:20
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:57–18:20+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 04:30–02:14 (10.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Ganda 20:59–23:000 Anandadi: Mudgara 03:57–04:300 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:20–03:58 (10.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:57–04:30
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 03:58
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 15:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 23:47 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 17:15 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 04:45 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:45 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 15:07 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 15:07 | karana Gara |
| from 17:15 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 23:47 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 01:27 (11.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:58 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:07 |
| Moonrise | 01:51 |
| Moonset | 18:00 |
| Day length | 17 h 11 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 15:07 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:58–21:10) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Shani Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:10–22:32
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:58–23:47 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:58–23:47
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:58–23:47 Anandadi: Vajra 23:47–03:59 (11.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:04–03:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:10–21:24 |
| Pradosha | 21:10–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (11.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:55–22:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:16–10:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:58–06:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:58–05:07, 05:07–06:16 |
| Varjyam | 16:36–18:02 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:58–07:40, 10:41–16:42
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 03:58–07:40, 10:41–16:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:58–07:40, 10:41–16:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:58–07:40, 10:41–19:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 15:07, Krishna-trayodashi from 15:07; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:42, Simha 07:40, Kanya 10:41, Tula 13:41, Vrischika 16:42, Dhanu 19:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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).
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.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:58–23:47+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:58–23:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:58–23:470 Yoga Vriddhi 17:15–03:59 (11.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 03:59
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 11:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 21:17 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 13:27 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 11:47 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:47 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:47 | karana Vishti |
| from 13:27 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 21:17 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 22:08 | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:59 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:09 |
| End of twilight | 22:06 |
| Moonrise | 02:30 |
| Moonset | 19:16 |
| Day length | 17 h 09 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 11:47 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (03:59–21:09) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:47–21:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 11:47–21:09: 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 (12.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Saumya 03:59–21:17 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 21:17–04:01 (12.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 11:47–22:08; Bhadra Mukha 11:47–13:31; Bhadra Puchha 21:06–22:08
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:05–03:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:09–21:23 |
| Pradosha | 21:09–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (12.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:24–14:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:00–21:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:52–19:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:52–20:00 |
| Varjyam | 04:48–06:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:59–07:36, 10:37–11:47
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 03:59–07:36, 10:37–11:47 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:59–07:36, 10:37–11:47 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:59–07:36, 10:37–19:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 11:47, Krishna-chaturdashi from 11:47; lagna Mithuna 03:59, Karka 04:38, Simha 07:36, Kanya 10:37, Tula 13:37, Vrischika 16:38, Dhanu 19:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 11:47–21:09: 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
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:59–21:17+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:59–21:17+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:59–13:27−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 11:47–04:01 (12.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:47–22:08
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 04:01
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 08:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 18:53 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 09:42 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 08:30 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:30 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 08:30 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 09:42 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 18:53 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 18:55 | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:01 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:04 |
| Moonrise | 03:21 |
| Moonset | 20:20 |
| Day length | 17 h 07 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 08:30 | from 18:53 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (18:53–21:08) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shakuni 04:01–08:30: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 08:30–18:55: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 18:55–21:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:01–08:30: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:01–18:53 Anandadi: Dhumra 18:53–04:02 (13.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:06–03:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:08–21:22 |
| Pradosha | 21:08–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (13.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:53–11:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:09–08:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:26–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:17, 16:34–17:42 |
| Varjyam | 04:50–06:17 |
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 04:01–19:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra until 18:53, Punarvasu from 18:53; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 08:30, Amavasya from 08:30; lagna Mithuna 04:01, Karka 04:34, Simha 07:32, Kanya 10:33, Tula 13:33, Vrischika 16:35, Dhanu 19:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 18:53) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 18:53) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 04:01–08:30: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 08:30–21:08: 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).
- 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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:01–09:42+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 18:53–04:02 (13.07)0 Yoga Vyaghata 09:42–12:45−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:01–18:53−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:01–18:53−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 04:01–08:30
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Kshaya tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Jyeshtha Amavasya · Bhaumvati Amavasya · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri |
At sunrise 04:02
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 05:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 16:45 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 06:06 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 05:23 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:23 | tithi Shukla-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 05:23 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 06:06 | yoga Harshana |
| from 15:57 | karana Bava |
| from 16:45 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 02:38 (14.07) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 02:38 (14.07) | karana Balava |
| from 02:47 (14.07) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:02 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:03 |
| Moonrise | 04:24 |
| Moonset | 21:12 |
| Day length | 17 h 04 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 05:23 |
|---|
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 05:23 | from 16:45 |
|---|
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 (04:02–16:45) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (16:45–21:07) is good for sowing.
- Naga 04:02–05:23: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 05:23–15:57: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Jyeshtha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:30 (12.07)–05:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhaumvati Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
A new moon on a Tuesday (Bhauma — Mars): a day of ancestor rites and of propitiating Mars; it is believed to help free one from debts.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:30 (12.07)–05:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri · Durga
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha: nine days of sadhana of Durga and the ten Mahavidyas, without lavish festivities.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:23–02:38 (14.07)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins
Ghatasthapana: 05:23–09:44
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:00–13:09
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–02:38 (14.07)
Anandadi: Sthira 04:02–16:45 Anandadi: Vardhamana 16:45–04:03 (14.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:03–05:45
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:07–03:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| 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 | 14:33–16:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:51–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:18–10:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:27–08:35, 23:53–00:21 (14.07) |
| Varjyam | 05:49–07:16, 00:10–01:40 (14.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:23–07:28, 10:29–16:31
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 05:23–07:28, 10:29–16:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:23–07:28, 10:29–16:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 16:45, Pushya from 16:45; tithi Amavasya until 05:23, Shukla-pratipat from 05:23; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:30, Simha 07:28, Kanya 10:29, Tula 13:29, Vrischika 16:31, Dhanu 19:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 16:45) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 16:45) — increase in wealth; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 04:02–05:23: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Amavasya, Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:02–16:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:02–16:45+1 Yoga Harshana 06:06–02:47 (14.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–02:38 (14.07)−3 Amavasya 04:02–05:23
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Pushya, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 15:02 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Ratha Yatra · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 04:03
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:21 (15.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 15:02 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:53 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:25 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:25 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 15:02 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 23:53 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 00:21 (15.07) | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 00:21 (15.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:03 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:06 |
| End of twilight | 22:01 |
| Moonrise | 05:36 |
| Moonset | 21:51 |
| Day length | 17 h 02 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | 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, Pushya (04:03–15:02) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Ratha Yatra · Jagannath
The chariot festival in Puri: Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra are drawn on huge chariots to the Gundicha temple. Pulling the ropes of the chariots brings great merit.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 02:38–00:21 (15.07)
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, 21:06–21:51
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:06–21:51
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:03–00:21 (15.07)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:21–04:05 (15.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:21–04:05 (15.07)
Anandadi: Matanga 04:03–15:02 Anandadi: Rakshasa 15:02–04:05 (15.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:08–03:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:06–21:20 |
| Pradosha | 21:06–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (15.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:05–10:35 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:42 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:11–08:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:27–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 03:13–04:44 (15.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:03–07:24, 10:25–15:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:03–07:24, 10:25–15:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 04:03–07:24, 10:25–15:02 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:03–16:27 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:03–07:24, 10:25–15:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya until 15:02, Ashlesha from 15:02; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Mithuna 04:03, Karka 04:26, Simha 07:24, Kanya 10:25, Tula 13:25, Vrischika 16:27, Dhanu 19:11, Makara 21:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 15:02) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 15:02) — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:02
+2 Pushya 04:03–15:02+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:03–00:21 (15.07)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:03–15:02+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:03–00:21 (15.07)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 15:02–04:05 (15.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:02–04:05 (15.07)
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 | Favourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Amrita; auspicious time — after 13:53 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
At sunrise 04:05
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 13:53 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 21:28 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:25 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:25 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 13:53 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 21:28 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 22:40 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 22:40 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:05 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:04 |
| End of twilight | 21:59 |
| Moonrise | 06:54 |
| Moonset | 22:22 |
| Day length | 16 h 59 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (13:53–21:04) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 13:53–04:06 (16.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:40–04:06 (16.07)
Anandadi: Amrita 04:05–13:53 Anandadi: Musala 13:53–04:06 (16.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 08:06–19:41
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:09–03:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:04–21:18 |
| Pradosha | 21:04–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (16.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:21–13:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:42–16:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:05–06:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:20–10:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:45–10:53, 16:33–17:40 |
| Varjyam | 03:13–04:44, 01:38–03:12 (16.07) |
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 Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 13:53, Magha from 13:53; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Mithuna 04:05, Karka 04:22, Simha 07:20, Kanya 10:21, Tula 13:22, Vrischika 16:23, Dhanu 19:07, Makara 21:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 13:53) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 13:53) — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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 13:53
+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:05–21:28+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:05–13:53+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:05–22:40+1 Ravi Yoga 13:53–04:06 (16.07)0 Anandadi: Musala 13:53–04:06 (16.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:05–13:53
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 04:06
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 13:23 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 19:37 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:05 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:05 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 13:23 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 19:37 | yoga Variyana |
| from 21:41 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 21:41 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:06 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:03 |
| End of twilight | 21:58 |
| Moonrise | 08:12 |
| Moonset | 22:46 |
| Day length | 16 h 56 min |
Sky
| Karka Sankranti | 23:01 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 2, bad — 11
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:23 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (04:06–13:23) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (13:23–21:03) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:05–21:03: 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, 11:01–21:03
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:53–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:06–13:23 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 13:23–04:08 (17.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 13:23–04:08 (17.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:06–13:23
- Bhadra on earth: 10:05–21:41; Bhadra Mukha 10:11–12:06; Bhadra Puchha 20:32–21:41
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:10–03:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:32 |
| Godhuli | 21:03–21:17 |
| Pradosha | 21:03–22:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (17.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:02–12:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:28–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:49–18:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:13–08:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:30–08:37, 13:09–14:16 |
| Varjyam | 21:28–23:05 |
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 04:06–07:16, 10:17–19:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha until 13:23, Purva-Phalguni from 13:23; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 04:06, Karka 04:18, Simha 07:16, Kanya 10:17, Tula 13:18, Vrischika 16:19, Dhanu 19:03, Makara 20:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 13:23) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 13:23) — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 04:06–21:03: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 23:01 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 10:05–21:03: 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).
- Vyatipata 04:06–19:37: 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.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
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, Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:06–13:23+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Siddhi 13:23–04:08 (17.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 13:23–04:08 (17.07)0 Yoga Variyana 19:37–04:08 (17.07)0 Anandadi: Kana 04:06–13:23 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:06–13:23−2 Rikta tithi 04:06–21:41−3 Bhadra on earth 10:05–21:41−3 Vyatipata 04:06–19:37
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: Yoga Variyana, Auspicious tithi; cons: 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 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
At sunrise 04:08
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 21:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 13:37 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 18:22 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:28 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:28 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 13:37 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 18:22 | yoga Parigha |
| from 21:27 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 21:27 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:08 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:56 |
| Moonrise | 09:29 |
| Moonset | 23:07 |
| Day length | 16 h 54 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 13:37 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (04:08–13:37) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (13:37–21:02) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 13:37–04:09 (18.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:08–21:27 Krakacha Yoga 21:27–04:09 (18.07)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:08–13:37 Anandadi: Utpata 13:37–04:09 (18.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:03–21:52
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:11–03:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:24–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:02–21:16 |
| Pradosha | 21:02–22:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (18.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:09–08:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:21–10:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:08–06:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:08–05:15, 05:15–06:23 |
| Varjyam | 21:07–22:47 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:08–07:13, 10:14–21:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:08–07:13, 10:14–21:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:08–07:13, 10:14–21:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:08–07:13, 10:14–21:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 13:37, Uttara-Phalguni from 13:37; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Mithuna 04:08, Karka 04:14, Simha 07:13, Kanya 10:14, Tula 13:14, Vrischika 16:15, Dhanu 18:59, Makara 20:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 13:37) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 13:37) — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Variyana 04:08–18:22+1 Auspicious tithi 04:08–21:27+1 Ravi Yoga 13:37–04:09 (18.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:37–04:09 (18.07)0 Anandadi: Utpata 13:37–04:09 (18.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Parigha 18:22–04:09 (18.07)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:08–13:37−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:08–13:37−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:08–21:27
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 06:02 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 04:09
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 21:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 14:36 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 17:43 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:37 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:37 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 14:36 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 17:43 | yoga Shiva |
| from 21:58 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 21:58 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:09 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:00 |
| End of twilight | 21:54 |
| Moonrise | 10:43 |
| Moonset | 23:25 |
| Day length | 16 h 51 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 14:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (04:09–14:36) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (14:36–21:00) 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: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:27 (17.07)–21:58
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:09–14:36 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 14:36–04:11 (19.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–21:58 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 21:58–04:11 (19.07) Samvartaka Yoga 21:58–04:11 (19.07)
Anandadi: Mitra 04:09–14:36 Anandadi: Manasa 14:36–04:11 (19.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:12–03:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:31 |
| Godhuli | 21:00–21:15 |
| Pradosha | 21:00–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (19.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:06–08:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:54–21:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:48–18:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:46–19:53 |
| Varjyam | 23:35–01:17 (19.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:09–07:09, 10:10–16:11
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 04:09–07:09, 10:10–16:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:09–07:09, 10:10–16:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:09–07:09, 10:10–18:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 14:36, Hasta from 14:36; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mithuna 04:09, Karka 04:10, Simha 07:09, Kanya 10:10, Tula 13:10, Vrischika 16:11, Dhanu 18:55, Makara 20:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 14:36) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 14:36) — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
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
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 06:02
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 04:09–14:36+1 Anandadi: Mitra 04:09–14:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:09–14:360 Yoga Shiva 17:43–04:11 (19.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–21:58 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Parigha 04:09–06:02−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:09–21:58
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
At sunrise 04:11
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 23:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 16:16 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 17:36 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:30 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:30 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 16:16 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 17:36 | yoga Siddha |
| from 23:10 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 23:10 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:11 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:59 |
| End of twilight | 21:52 |
| Moonrise | 11:55 |
| Moonset | 23:43 |
| Day length | 16 h 48 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 16:16 |
|---|
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 (04:11–16:16) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (16:16–20:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:11–16:16 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–23:10 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:16–04:12 (20.07)
Anandadi: Vajra 04:11–16:16 Anandadi: Mudgara 16:16–04:12 (20.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 23:10–05:20 (20.07); Bhadra Puchha 01:06–02:24 (20.07); Bhadra Mukha 02:24–04:32 (20.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:13–03:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 20:59–21:13 |
| Pradosha | 20:59–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (20.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:51–11:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:17–08:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:29–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:41–16:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:16, 16:30–17:37 |
| Varjyam | 01:01–02:46 (20.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:11–07:05, 10:06–16:07, 20:44–20:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:11–07:05, 10:06–16:07, 20:44–20:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:11–07:05, 10:06–16:07, 20:44–20:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:11–07:05, 10:06–18:51, 20:44–20:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta until 16:16, Chitra from 16:16; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Karka 04:11, Simha 07:05, Kanya 10:06, Tula 13:06, Vrischika 16:07, Dhanu 18:51, Makara 20:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 16:16) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 16:16) — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:11–16:16+1 Yoga Shiva 04:11–17:36+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:11–23:10−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:16–04:12 (20.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:11–16:16−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:11–16:16−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–23:10
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Dhwanksha |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 04:12
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 00:56 (21.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 18:31 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 17:57 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:00 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:00 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 17:57 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 18:31 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 00:56 (21.07) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 00:56 (21.07) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:12 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:58 |
| End of twilight | 21:50 |
| Moonrise | 13:04 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 16 h 45 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 18:31 |
|---|
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, Chitra (04:12–18:31) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (18:31–20:58) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:12–12:00: 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 23:10 (19.07)–00:56 (21.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:12–00:56 (21.07)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 18:31–04:14 (21.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:12–18:31
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 23:10 (19.07)–12:00; Bhadra Puchha 01:06–02:24; Bhadra Mukha 02:24–04:32
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:15–03:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 20:58–21:12 |
| Pradosha | 20:58–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (21.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:31–13:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:46–18:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:24–10:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:33–08:40, 23:52–00:21 (21.07) |
| Varjyam | 00:44–02:31 (21.07) |
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 04:12–07:01, 10:02–18:47, 20:40–20:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra until 18:31, Swati from 18:31; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Karka 04:12, Simha 07:01, Kanya 10:02, Tula 13:02, Vrischika 16:03, Dhanu 18:47, Makara 20:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 18:31) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 18:31) — relief from all suffering; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 04:12–20:58: 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 04:12–17:57+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:12–00:56 (21.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:12–18:310 Anandadi: Dhwaja 18:31–04:14 (21.07)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:12–12:00−1 Ashtami 04:12–00:56 (21.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:12–18:31−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9 |
At sunrise 04:14
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:06 (22.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 21:11 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 18:39 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:59 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:59 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 18:39 | yoga Shubha |
| from 21:11 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 03:06 (22.07) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 03:06 (22.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:14 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:56 |
| End of twilight | 21:48 |
| Moonrise | 14:13 |
| Moonset | 00:01 |
| Day length | 16 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (04:14–20:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 21:11–04:16 (22.07)
Krakacha Yoga 04:14–03:06 (22.07)
Anandadi: Prajapati 21:11–04:16 (22.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:14–21:11
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:16–03:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 20:56–21:11 |
| Pradosha | 20:56–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (22.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:25–13:11 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:19–08:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:30–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 03:28–05:16 (22.07) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Karka 04:14, Simha 06:57, Kanya 09:58, Tula 12:58, Vrischika 15:59, Dhanu 18:43, Makara 20:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 04:14–20:56: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:14–21:11+1 Yoga Sadhya 04:14–18:39+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:14–21:11−2 Rikta tithi 04:14–03:06 (22.07)−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:14–03:06 (22.07)
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 19:32 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 04:16
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 05:27 (23.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 00:06 (23.07) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:32 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 16:16 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:16 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 19:32 | yoga Shukla |
| from 00:06 (23.07) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:16 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:54 |
| End of twilight | 21:46 |
| Moonrise | 15:20 |
| Moonset | 00:21 |
| Day length | 16 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (04:16–20:54) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:06–04:17 (23.07)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:16–00:06 (23.07) Anandadi: Ananda 00:06–04:17 (23.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:17–03:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:54–21:09 |
| Pradosha | 20:54–22:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (23.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:14–16:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:40–16:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:16–06:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:25–10:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:49–10:55, 16:28–17:35 |
| Varjyam | 03:28–05:16 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Karka 04:16, Simha 06:53, Kanya 09:54, Tula 12:54, Vrischika 15:55, Dhanu 18:39, Makara 20:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 19:32
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:16–19:32+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:16–00:06 (23.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 18:38 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
At sunrise 04:17
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 05:27 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 03:02 (24.07) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 20:29 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 05:27 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:27 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:27 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:38 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:29 | yoga Brahma |
| from 03:02 (24.07) | nakshatra Jyestha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:17 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:53 |
| End of twilight | 21:44 |
| Moonrise | 16:26 |
| Moonset | 00:43 |
| Day length | 16 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:27 |
|---|
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 (04:17–20:53) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:38–20:53: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:17–03:02 (24.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:17–03:02 (24.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:27–04:19 (24.07)
Hutashana Yoga 04:17–05:27 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:02–04:19 (24.07)
Anandadi: Chara 03:02–04:19 (24.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:17–03:02 (24.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 18:38–07:48 (24.07); Bhadra Puchha 23:54–01:13 (24.07); Bhadra Mukha 01:13–03:25 (24.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 05:01–05:53
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:18–03:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:21–16:27 |
| Godhuli | 20:53–21:08 |
| Pradosha | 20:53–22:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (24.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:22–17:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:31–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:44–18:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:22–08:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:36–08:43, 13:08–14:15 |
| Varjyam | 04:35–06:23 |
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 04:17–06:49, 09:50–15:51, 20:28–20:53 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:17–06:49, 09:50–18:36, 20:28–20:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-dashami until 05:27, Shukla-ekadashi from 05:27; lagna Karka 04:17, Simha 06:49, Kanya 09:50, Tula 12:50, Vrischika 15:51, Dhanu 18:36, Makara 20:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = +10
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 18:38
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:17–03:02 (24.07)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:17–03:02 (24.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:27–04:19 (24.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:17–03:02 (24.07)+1 Yoga Shukla 04:17–20:29+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:17–05:270 Hutashana Yoga 04:17–05:27 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 18:38–04:19 (24.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:17–03:02 (24.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious tithi; cons: Hutashana Yoga, 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 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) |
At sunrise 04:19
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 07:48 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 05:51 (25.07) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 21:21 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:48 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:48 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:48 | karana Bava |
| from 20:56 | karana Balava |
| from 21:21 | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:19 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:51 |
| End of twilight | 21:42 |
| Moonrise | 17:29 |
| Moonset | 01:10 |
| Day length | 16 h 32 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 07:48 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (04:19–20:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:19–07:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) · Vishnu
Vishnu enters his four-month sleep on the serpent Shesha — Chaturmasya begins. Weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras are not held until Devutthana Ekadashi; vows are taken and sadhana is intensified.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:27 (23.07)–07:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:21–07:38 (25.07)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Hutashana Yoga 04:19–07:48
Anandadi: Musala all day
- Bhadra in heaven: 18:38 (23.07)–07:48; Bhadra Puchha 23:54 (23.07)–01:13; Bhadra Mukha 01:13–03:25
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:10–12:31 (25.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:19–03:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:27 |
| Godhuli | 20:51–21:06 |
| Pradosha | 20:51–22:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (25.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:01–21:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:27–10:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:39–16:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:19–06:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:19–05:25, 05:25–06:31 |
| Varjyam | 09:18–11:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:19–06:45
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 04:19–06:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:19–06:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:19–06:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 07:48, Shukla-dvadashi from 07:48; lagna Karka 04:19, Simha 06:45, Kanya 09:46, Tula 12:46, Vrischika 15:47, Dhanu 18:32, Makara 20:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 04:19–21:21+1 Auspicious tithi 04:19–07:480 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:19–07:48−1 Anandadi: Musala all day−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:19–07:48
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, 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 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:21
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 09:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 05:51 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 22:02 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:59 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:51 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 09:59 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 09:59 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:02 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 22:59 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:21 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:50 |
| End of twilight | 21:40 |
| Moonrise | 18:27 |
| Moonset | 01:43 |
| Day length | 16 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 1, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (04:21–05:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (05:51–20:50) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:50–22:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:51–04:22 (26.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:51–04:22 (26.07)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:21–09:59 Hutashana Yoga 04:21–09:59 Krakacha Yoga 04:21–09:59
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:51–04:22 (26.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:21–05:51
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:10 (24.07)–12:31
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:21–03:51 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 01:18–03:04 (26.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:46–20:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:42–18:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:38–19:44 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:59–15:43, 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 09:59–15:43, 20:20–20:50 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 09:59–15:43, 20:20–20:50 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 09:59–18:28, 20:20–20:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha until 05:51, Mula from 05:51; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 09:59, Shukla-triodashi from 09:59; lagna Karka 04:21, Simha 06:41, Kanya 09:42, Tula 12:42, Vrischika 15:43, Dhanu 18:28, Makara 20:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 05:51) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 05:51) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
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 = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:51–04:22 (26.07)+2 Yoga Indra 04:21–22:02+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:51–04:22 (26.07)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:51–04:22 (26.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 09:59–04:22 (26.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:21–09:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:21–09:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Kana 04:21–05:51−1 Gandanta 04:21–12:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:21–05:51−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:21–09:59
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:22
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 11:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 08:23 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 22:27 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:52 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:23 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 11:52 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 11:52 | karana Gara |
| from 22:27 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 00:40 (27.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:22 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:48 |
| End of twilight | 21:38 |
| Moonrise | 19:19 |
| Moonset | 02:23 |
| Day length | 16 h 25 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 08:23 | from 11:52 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:22–08:23) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (08:23–20:48) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 11:52–20:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:23–04:24 (27.07)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:22–08:23 Anandadi: Utpata 08:23–04:24 (27.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:22–03:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:48–21:03 |
| Pradosha | 20:48–22:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (27.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:26–08:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:32–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:38–16:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:14, 16:25–17:31 |
| Varjyam | 06:37–08:23, 18:51–20:35 |
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 09:38–11:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula until 08:23, Purva-Ashadha from 08:23; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 11:52, Shukla-chaturdashi from 11:52; lagna Karka 04:22, Simha 06:37, Kanya 09:38, Tula 12:38, Vrischika 15:39, Dhanu 18:24, Makara 20:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 08:23) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 08:23) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 11:52–20:48: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 04:22–20:48: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:23–04:24 (27.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:22–11:520 Anandadi: Utpata 08:23–04:24 (27.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:22–08:23−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:22–08:23−1 Rikta tithi 11:52–04:24 (27.07)−3 Vaidhriti 04:22–22:27
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 04:24
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 13:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 10:33 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 22:32 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:22 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:33 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 13:22 | tithi Purnima |
| from 13:22 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:32 | yoga Priti |
| from 01:56 (28.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:24 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:46 |
| End of twilight | 21:36 |
| Moonrise | 20:04 |
| Moonset | 03:13 |
| Day length | 16 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:33 | from 13:22 |
|---|
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 (04:24–10:33) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (10:33–20:46) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:22–20:46: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:24–13:22: 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), 13:22–14:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 28.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:24–10:33
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:33–04:26 (28.07)
Anandadi: Mitra 04:24–10:33 Anandadi: Manasa 10:33–04:26 (28.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 13:22–01:56 (28.07); Bhadra Puchha 21:30–22:45; Bhadra Mukha 22:45–00:50 (28.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:23–03:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:24 |
| Godhuli | 20:46–21:01 |
| Pradosha | 20:46–22:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (28.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:19–07:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:41–18:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:30–10:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:40–08:46, 23:50–00:21 (28.07) |
| Varjyam | 19:07–20:50 |
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 04:24–06:33, 09:34–18:20, 20:12–20:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 10:33, Uttara-Ashadha from 10:33; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 13:22, Purnima from 13:22; lagna Karka 04:24, Simha 06:33, Kanya 09:34, Tula 12:34, Vrischika 15:36, Dhanu 18:20, Makara 20:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 10:33) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 10:33) — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:24–13:22: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 13:22–20:46: 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 = −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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:24–10:33+1 Anandadi: Mitra 04:24–10:33+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:33–04:26 (28.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:22–01:56 (28.07)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:24–10:33−2 Rikta tithi 04:24–13:22−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:33–04:26 (28.07)
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: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Priti; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Eclipse (not visible here) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Ashadha Purnima · Lunar eclipse, partial (not visible here) |
At sunrise 04:26
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 14:24 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 12:17 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 22:16 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:24 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:17 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 14:24 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 14:24 | karana Balava |
| from 22:16 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 02:45 (29.07) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:26 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:44 |
| End of twilight | 21:34 |
| Moonrise | 20:41 |
| Moonset | 04:11 |
| Day length | 16 h 18 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 14:24 |
|---|---|
| Lunar eclipse, partial | greatest eclipse 14:33, magnitude 0.397 |
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 11:58 Partial eclipse begins 13:22 Partial eclipse ends 15:45 Penumbral eclipse ends 17:09 |
| Visibility | not visible here (below the horizon) |
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 12:17 | from 14:24 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Ashadha (04:26–12:17) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (12:17–20:44) is good for sowing.
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, 04:26–14:24
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 13:22 (27.07)–14:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 27.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 14:24–04:28 (29.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 13:59–04:28 (29.07) Anandadi: Vajra 04:26–05:53 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:53–13:59
- Gandanta (tithi): 13:59–14:49
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:25–03:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:18–16:23 |
| Godhuli | 20:44–21:00 |
| Pradosha | 20:44–22:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:51 (29.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:25–07:08, 02:36–04:18 (29.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:28–08:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:33–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 16:30–18:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 14:24–20:44
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 14:24–20:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 14:24–20:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:26–06:29, 09:30–18:16, 20:08–20:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 12:17, Shravana from 12:17; tithi Purnima until 14:24, Krishna-pratipat from 14:24; lagna Karka 04:26, Simha 06:29, Kanya 09:30, Tula 12:30, Vrischika 15:32, Dhanu 18:16, Makara 20:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 12:17) — improved health; Shravana (from 12:17) — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:26–14:24: 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.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:26–12:17+1 Yoga Priti 04:26–22:16+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chhatra 13:59–04:28 (29.07)0 Auspicious tithi 14:24–04:28 (29.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:53–13:59−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−1 Samvartaka Yoga 14:24–04:28 (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 | Favourable day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 13:34 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:28
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 14:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 13:34 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 21:38 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:59 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:34 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 14:59 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 14:59 | karana Taitila |
| from 21:38 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 03:06 (30.07) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:38 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:28 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:42 |
| End of twilight | 21:31 |
| Moonrise | 21:12 |
| Moonset | 05:18 |
| Day length | 16 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:34 | from 14:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (04:28–13:34) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:28–13:34 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 13:34–04:29 (30.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:02 (30.07)–13:32 (03.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:26–03:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:17–16:22 |
| Godhuli | 20:42–20:58 |
| Pradosha | 20:42–22:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:51 (30.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:38–05:17 (30.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:37–16:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:28–06:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:31–10:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:53–10:58, 16:22–17:27 |
| Varjyam | 17:42–19:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:28–06:25, 09:26–18:12, 20:04–20:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana until 13:34, Dhanishtha from 13:34; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 14:59, Krishna-dvitya from 14:59; lagna Karka 04:28, Simha 06:25, Kanya 09:26, Tula 12:26, Vrischika 15:28, Dhanu 18:12, Makara 20:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 13:34) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 13:34) — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 13:34
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:28–13:34+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:28–13:34+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:28–21:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:28–14:590 Chaturmasya−1 Eclipse nearby
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:29
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 15:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 14:24 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 20:39 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:06 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:24 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 15:06 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 15:06 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:39 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 03:00 (31.07) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:29 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:40 |
| End of twilight | 21:29 |
| Moonrise | 21:37 |
| Moonset | 06:29 |
| Day length | 16 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:24 | from 15:06 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (14:24–20:40) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:29–15:06
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:29–14:24 Anandadi: Saumya 14:24–04:31 (31.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 03:00–14:47 (31.07); Bhadra Puchha 10:38–11:49 (31.07); Bhadra Mukha 11:49–13:47 (31.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:02–13:32 (03.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:27–03:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:17–16:22 |
| Godhuli | 20:40–20:56 |
| Pradosha | 20:40–22:15 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (31.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:38–05:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:34–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:38–18:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:31–08:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:44–08:48, 13:07–14:12 |
| Varjyam | 21:43–23:20 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 15:06–15:24, 20:01–20:40
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 15:06–15:24, 20:01–20:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 15:06–15:24, 20:01–20:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:29–06:21, 09:22–18:08, 20:01–20:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 14:24, Shatabhisha from 14:24; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 15:06, Krishna-tritya from 15:06; lagna Karka 04:29, Simha 06:21, Kanya 09:22, Tula 12:23, Vrischika 15:24, Dhanu 18:08, Makara 20:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 14:24) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 14:24) — gaining strength; 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.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:29–14:24+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:29–14:24+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:29–20:39+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:29–15:060 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:29–15:06
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramathi (No. 13) · Shaka 1921 · Vikram 2056 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) |
At sunrise 04:31
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 14:47 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 19:18 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:47 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:47 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 14:47 | karana Bava |
| from 14:47 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 19:18 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 02:27 (01.08) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:31 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:39 |
| End of twilight | 21:27 |
| Moonrise | 21:59 |
| Moonset | 07:44 |
| Day length | 16 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:47 | from 14:47 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (04:31–14:47) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (14:47–20:39) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:31–14:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 21:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:47–04:33 (01.08)
Anandadi: Ananda 04:31–14:47 Anandadi: Kaladanda 14:47–04:33 (01.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 03:00–14:47; Bhadra Puchha 10:38–11:49; Bhadra Mukha 11:49–13:47
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 02:02 (30.07)–13:32 (03.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:29–04:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:16–16:21 |
| Godhuli | 20:39–20:54 |
| Pradosha | 20:39–22:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (01.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:28–09:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:33–10:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:36–16:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:31–06:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:31–05:36, 05:36–06:40 |
| Varjyam | 21:11–22:47 |
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 04:31–14:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 14:47, Purva-Bhadra from 14:47; tithi Krishna-tritya until 14:47, Krishna-chaturti from 14:47; lagna Karka 04:31, Simha 06:18, Kanya 09:18, Tula 12:19, Vrischika 15:20, Dhanu 18:04, Makara 19:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 14:47) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 14:47) — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 14:47–20:39: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 04:31–14:47: 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 = −2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:31–14:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:31–14:47+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:31–19:18+1 Auspicious tithi 04:31–14:47+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:47–04:33 (01.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 19:18–21:320 Anandadi: Kaladanda 14:47–04:33 (01.08)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:47–04:33 (01.08)−1 Rikta tithi 14:47–04:33 (01.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 04:31–14:47
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: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
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 1921 · Vikram Samvat 2056 · Kali Yuga 5100
Next year — Vikrama, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 4.04.2000
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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
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.
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 of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
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 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — 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.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
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.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
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: 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: 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 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
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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: 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
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
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).
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.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra 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
plowing the ground
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.
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.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: 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: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Planting and sowing are allowed.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
“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.
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
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.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A 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.
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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)
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 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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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: 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: 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.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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
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
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Auspicious: 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.
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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.
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: 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: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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).
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+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.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
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: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
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.
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: 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
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−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 Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Prior 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): 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-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+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: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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 trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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
−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: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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
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): 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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
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).
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
+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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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)
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
−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: 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)
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
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.
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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)
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
sowing seeds, any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
Only part of the disc is covered: the Sun’s by the Moon, or the Moon’s by the Earth’s shadow.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
There is an eclipse on this date, but it is not visible at this location (or it is only penumbral): Sutak and eclipse rites are not observed, the influence is weak; important undertakings are still better postponed.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
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 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-tritya
any undertakings