July 2040 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Jyeshtha (until 9.07), Ashadha (from 10.07). Periods: 10–18.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 20.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 11.07 Ratha Yatra; 20.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 23.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima).
Icons this month (18)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 15.07 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra after 15:54
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 19.07 Thu — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal. - 20.07 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 20:01
Jyestha (sharp): for drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies.
Festivals
- 1.07 Sun Kalashtami
- 4.07 Wed Yogini Ekadashi
- 5.07 Thu Yogini Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
- 6.07 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 7.07 Sat Masik Shivaratri
- 9.07 Mon Jyeshtha Amavasya
- 9.07 Mon Somvati Amavasya
- 10.07 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 10.07 Tue Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- 11.07 Wed Ratha Yatra
- 13.07 Fri Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 15.07 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 16.07 Mon Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
- 17.07 Tue Masik Durgashtami
- 20.07 Fri Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
- 21.07 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 23.07 Mon Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
- 23.07 Mon Purnima Vrat
- 24.07 Tue Ashadha Purnima
- 26.07 Thu Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana)
- 30.07 Mon Kalashtami
- 30.07 Mon Shravana Somvar
Special muhurta yogas
- 1.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–14:54
- 3.07 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:52–16:39
- 3.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–16:39
- 4.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:28–03:54 (05.07)
- 15.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 15.07 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 20:52–04:08 (16.07)
- 19.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:35–04:14 (20.07)
- 20.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:14–20:01
- 22.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:18–15:13
- 29.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:21–04:32 (30.07)
- 31.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:34–04:35 (01.08)
Avoid starting important matters
- 5.07 Thu — Yamaghanta, Tryahasparsha, Anandadi: Lumbaka (unfavourable day)
- 6.07 Fri — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 8.07 Sun — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Dhwanksha
- 9.07 Mon — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Dhumra
- 13.07 Fri — Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
- 14.07 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 16.07 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 22.07 Sun — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Rikta tithi
- 23.07 Mon — Anandadi: Utpata, Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
- 24.07 Tue — Kshaya tithi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 26.07 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka, Anandadi: Vajra
- 27.07 Fri — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 28.07 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krakacha Yoga, Panchaka
- 29.07 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Samvartaka Yoga, Surya Dagdha tithi
Sky this month
- 9.07 New moon (Amavasya) 12:14
- 16.07 Karka Sankranti 11:19 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
- 24.07 Full moon (Purnima) 05:05
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- 10–18.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
- from 20.07 Chaturmasya
- 28.06 06:47 – 2.07 15:25 Dosha-free Panchaka
- 25.07 16:45 – 29.07 22:21 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Raudra (No. 54, “fierce, belonging to Rudra”) — A fierce year: storms, disease and strife; prudence is needed. more
Northern samvatsara: Shrimukha. Shaka Samvat 1962, Vikram Samvat 2097, Kali Yuga 5141.
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
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 14:54 |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 03:50
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 01:04 (02.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 14:54 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 21:58 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:17 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:17 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 14:54 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 21:58 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 01:04 (02.07) | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 01:04 (02.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:50 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:16 |
| End of twilight | 22:16 |
| Moonrise | 00:27 |
| Moonset | 12:31 |
| Day length | 17 h 26 min |
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 14:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:50–14:54) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (14:54–21:16) 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, 21:16–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–14:54
Anandadi: Sthira 03:50–14:54 Anandadi: Vardhamana 14:54–03:51 (02.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:47 (28.06)–15:25 (02.07)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami
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 | 00:20–00:47 (02.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:09–11:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:05–21:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:54–19:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:57–20:06 |
| Varjyam | 03:10–04:48 (02.07) |
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 03:50–08:15, 11:16–20:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 14:54, Revati from 14:54; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:16, Simha 08:15, Kanya 11:16, Tula 14:16, Vrischika 17:17, Dhanu 20:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 14:54) — a good life; Revati (from 14:54) — increase in property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 03:50–21:16: 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 14:54
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:50–14:54+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:50–14:54+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–14:54+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:50–21:58−1 Ashtami 03:50–01:04 (02.07)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:50–01:04 (02.07)
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: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
At sunrise 03:51
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 01:10 (03.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 15:25 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 20:59 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:02 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:02 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 15:25 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 20:59 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 01:10 (03.07) | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 01:10 (03.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:51 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:15 |
| Moonrise | 00:37 |
| Moonset | 13:52 |
| Day length | 17 h 24 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 15:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:51–15:25) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Matanga 03:51–15:25 Anandadi: Rakshasa 15:25–03:52 (03.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:47 (28.06)–15:25
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 09:14–21:40
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
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 (03.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:58–14:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:01–08:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:23–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:18, 16:37–17:47 |
| Varjyam | 03:10–04:48 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Revati until 15:25, Ashwini from 15:25; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:12, Simha 08:11, Kanya 11:12, Tula 14:12, Vrischika 17:13, Dhanu 19:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 15:25) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 15:25) — joy; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 03:51–21:15: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:51–15:25+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–15:25+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Sukarma 20:59–03:52 (03.07)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 15:25–03:52 (03.07)−1 Panchaka 03:51–15:25−2 Rikta tithi 03:51–01:10 (03.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
At sunrise 03:52
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 01:58 (04.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 16:39 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 20:33 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:30 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:30 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 16:39 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 20:33 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 01:58 (04.07) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 01:58 (04.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:52 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:15 |
| End of twilight | 22:14 |
| Moonrise | 00:46 |
| Moonset | 15:12 |
| Day length | 17 h 23 min |
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 16:39 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (16:39–21:15) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:30–21:15: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:52–16:39 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–16:39
Krakacha Yoga 03:52–01:58 (04.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:58–03:53 (04.07)
Anandadi: Amrita 03:52–16:39 Anandadi: Musala 16:39–03:53 (04.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 13:30–01:58 (04.07); Bhadra Puchha 15:26–16:40; Bhadra Mukha 16:40–18:44
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:34–02:24 (04.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 02:59–03:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:37 |
| Godhuli | 21:15–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:15–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (04.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:05–10:45 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:54–19:04 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:12–10:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:20–08:30, 23:54–00:21 (04.07) |
| Varjyam | 12:26–14:07, 02:58–04:42 (04.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:52–08:07, 11:08–16:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:52–08:07, 11:08–16:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:52–08:07, 11:08–16:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:52–19:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashwini until 16:39, Bharani from 16:39; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:08, Simha 08:07, Kanya 11:08, Tula 14:08, Vrischika 17:09, Dhanu 19:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 16:39) — joy; Bharani (from 16:39) — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:52–16:39+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:52–16:39+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–16:39+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:52–20:330 Anandadi: Musala 16:39–03:53 (04.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:39–03:53 (04.07)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:30–01:58 (04.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:52–01:58 (04.07)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Dhriti, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Festivals | Yogini Ekadashi |
At sunrise 03:53
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:21 (05.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 18:28 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 20:35 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:36 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:36 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 18:28 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 20:35 | yoga Shula |
| from 03:21 (05.07) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 03:21 (05.07) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:14 |
| End of twilight | 22:13 |
| Moonrise | 00:57 |
| Moonset | 16:32 |
| Day length | 17 h 21 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 18:28 |
|---|
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 (03:53–18:28) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (18:28–21:14) 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 01:58–03:21 (05.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 14:18–17:46 (05.07)
Vaishnava date: 5.07
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:28–03:54 (05.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:28–03:54 (05.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:21–03:54 (05.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 18:28–03:54 (05.07) Anandadi: Kana 03:53–18:28
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:00–03:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:14–21:28 |
| Pradosha | 21:14–22:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:47 (05.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:18–15:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:03–08:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:23–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 02:58–04:42 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:53–08:03, 11:04–17:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:53–08:03, 11:04–17:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:53–08:03, 11:04–17:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 18:28–19:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Bharani until 18:28, Krittika from 18:28; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 05:04, Simha 08:03, Kanya 11:04, Tula 14:04, Vrischika 17:05, Dhanu 19:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 18:28) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 18:28) — consumption (a wasting disease); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:53–20:35+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:28–03:54 (05.07)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 18:28–03:54 (05.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:28–03:54 (05.07)0 Yoga Shula 20:35–22:37−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:53–18:28−3 Anandadi: Kana 03:53–18:28
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Tryahasparsha |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Festivals | Yogini Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 03:54
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:12 (06.07) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 20:48 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 21:01 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:14 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:14 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 20:48 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 21:01 | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:54 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:12 |
| Moonrise | 01:10 |
| Moonset | 17:50 |
| Day length | 17 h 19 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 20:48 |
|---|
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, Krittika (03:54–20:48) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (20:48–21:13) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Yogini Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 4.07
Dwadashi prevails at two consecutive sunrises (Vyanjuli Mahadwadashi): Vaishnavas fast on the first of these days, on Dwadashi.
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 03:54–20:48
Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:54–20:48 Anandadi: Utpata 20:48–03:55 (06.07)
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 | 00:21–00:48 (06.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:10–19:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:44–16:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 03:54–06:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:14–10:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:40–10:50, 16:36–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 07:38–09:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:54–07:59, 11:00–17:01, 20:48–21:13
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:54–07:59, 11:00–17:01, 20:48–21:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:54–07:59, 11:00–17:01, 20:48–21:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Krittika until 20:48, Rohini from 20:48; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 05:01, Simha 07:59, Kanya 11:00, Tula 14:00, Vrischika 17:01, Dhanu 19:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 20:48) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 20:48) — destruction of all misfortunes; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = −5
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 20:48–03:55 (06.07)0 Yoga Ganda 21:01–23:29−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:54–20:48−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Yamaghanta 03:54–20:48
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 03:55
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:12 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 23:29 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 21:43 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:12 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:12 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:12 | karana Gara |
| from 18:16 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:43 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 23:29 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:13 |
| End of twilight | 22:11 |
| Moonrise | 01:28 |
| Moonset | 19:05 |
| Day length | 17 h 17 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 05:12 |
|---|
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 (03:55–21:13) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:13–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–05:12 Yamaghanta 03:55–23:29
Anandadi: Mitra 03:55–23:29 Anandadi: Manasa 23:29–03:56 (07.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:01–03:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:13–21:26 |
| Pradosha | 21:13–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (07.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:55–21:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:24–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:53–19:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:05–08:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:22–08:32, 13:08–14:18 |
| Varjyam | 14:35–16:22 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:55–05:12
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 03:55–05:12 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 03:55–05:12 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 03:55–07:55, 10:56–19:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 05:12, Krishna-trayodashi from 05:12; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 04:57, Simha 07:55, Kanya 10:56, Tula 13:56, Vrischika 16:57, Dhanu 19:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = 0
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:55–23:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:55–23:29+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–05:12−3 Yamaghanta 03:55–23:29
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 03:56
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 02:24 (08.07) more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 22:37 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:23 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:23 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:23 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:33 | karana Shakuni |
| from 22:37 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 02:24 (08.07) | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:56 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:12 |
| End of twilight | 22:10 |
| Moonrise | 01:53 |
| Moonset | 20:13 |
| Day length | 17 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 4, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:23 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (03:56–21:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:23–20:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 20:33–21:12: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:23–21:12: 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, 00:21–00:48 (08.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–03:57 (08.07)
Anandadi: Vajra 03:56–02:24 (08.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 02:24–03:57 (08.07)
- Bhadra in heaven: 07:23–20:33; Bhadra Mukha 07:23–09:35; Bhadra Puchha 19:15–20:34
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:02–03:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:27–16:36 |
| Godhuli | 21:12–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:12–22:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (08.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:31–18:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:15–10:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:43–16:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 03:56–06:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 03:56–05:05, 05:05–06:14 |
| Varjyam | 05:46–07:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:56–07:23
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 03:56–07:23 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 03:56–07:23 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:56–07:51, 10:52–19:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 07:23, Krishna-chaturdashi from 07:23; lagna Mithuna 03:56, Karka 04:53, Simha 07:51, Kanya 10:52, Tula 13:52, Vrischika 16:53, Dhanu 19:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:23–21:12: 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–03:57 (08.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:56–02:24 (08.07)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:56–22:37−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:56–02:24 (08.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:23–20:33−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:23–03:57 (08.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
At sunrise 03:57
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 05:25 (09.07) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 23:37 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 09:46 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:46 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 09:46 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 23:00 | karana Naga |
| from 23:37 | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 02:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:57 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 21:11 |
| End of twilight | 22:08 |
| Moonrise | 02:28 |
| Moonset | 21:09 |
| Day length | 17 h 13 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:46 |
|---|
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:
- Shakuni 03:57–09:46: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 09:46–21:11: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:57–09:46: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:03–03:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:11–21:25 |
| Pradosha | 21:11–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (09.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:10–19:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 19:02–21:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:52–19:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:53–20:02 |
| Varjyam | 11:51–13:39 |
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 03:57–07:47, 10:48–19:33 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 09:46, Amavasya from 09:46; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 04:49, Simha 07:47, Kanya 10:48, Tula 13:48, Vrischika 16:49, Dhanu 19:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 03:57–09:46: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 09:46–21:11: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+1 Yoga Dhruva 03:57–23:37−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:57–09:46
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Festivals | Somvati Amavasya · Jyeshtha Amavasya |
At sunrise 03:58
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 12:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 05:25 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 00:40 (10.07) more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:14 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:25 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| from 12:14 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 12:14 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 00:40 (10.07) | yoga Harshana |
| from 01:29 (10.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 03:58 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:10 |
| End of twilight | 22:07 |
| Moonrise | 03:16 |
| Moonset | 21:52 |
| Day length | 17 h 11 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 12:14 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:25 | from 12:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (05:25–21:10) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Naga 03:58–12:14: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 12:14–21:10: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Somvati Amavasya · Shiva
A new moon falling on a Monday. Married women circumambulate the peepal tree for their husbands’ long life; holy bathing in sacred rivers and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:46 (08.07)–12:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Jyeshtha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:46 (08.07)–12:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:58–05:25 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:25–04:00 (10.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:48–12:41
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:04–03:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:35 |
| Godhuli | 21:10–21:24 |
| Pradosha | 21:10–22:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:48 (10.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:07–08:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:25–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:43–16:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:17, 16:35–17:44 |
| Varjyam | 18:57–20:45 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:14–21:10
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 12:14–21:10 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:14–21:10 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 03:58–07:43, 10:44–19:29 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra until 05:25, Punarvasu from 05:25; tithi Amavasya until 12:14, Shukla-pratipat from 12:14; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:45, Simha 07:43, Kanya 10:44, Tula 13:44, Vrischika 16:45, Dhanu 19:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 05:25) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 05:25) — 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:
- Amavasya 03:58–12:14: 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: Amavasya
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:25–04:00 (10.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:25–04:00 (10.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:58–05:25−3 Amavasya 03:58–12:14
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: Pushya, Anandadi: Sthira; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1 |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri |
At sunrise 04:00
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 14:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 08:28 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 01:40 (11.07) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:43 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:28 | nakshatra Pushya |
|---|---|
| from 14:43 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 14:43 | karana Balava |
| from 01:40 (11.07) | yoga Vajra |
| from 03:55 (11.07) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:00 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:09 |
| End of twilight | 22:06 |
| Moonrise | 04:17 |
| Moonset | 22:22 |
| Day length | 17 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:28 | from 14:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (04:00–08:28) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:28–21:09) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 21:09–22:22
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:09–22:22
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 12:14 (09.07)–14:43
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 04:00–09:43
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:00–13:09
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–14:43
Anandadi: Sthira 04:00–08:28 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:28–04:01 (11.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:05–03:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:09–21:23 |
| Pradosha | 21:09–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (11.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:46–07:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:52–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:17–10:26 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:25–08:34, 23:54–00:21 (11.07) |
| Varjyam | 17:28–19:16 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:00–07:39, 10:40–21:09
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:00–07:39, 10:40–21:09 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:00–07:39, 10:40–21:09 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:00–07:39, 10:40–16:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 14:43–19:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 08:28, Pushya from 08:28; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 14:43, Shukla-dvitya from 14:43; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:41, Simha 07:39, Kanya 10:40, Tula 13:40, Vrischika 16:42, Dhanu 19:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 08:28) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 08:28) — increase in wealth; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Pushya 08:28–04:01 (11.07)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:00–08:28+1 Yoga Harshana 04:00–01:40 (11.07)0 Auspicious tithi 14:43–04:01 (11.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–14:43
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Pushya, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 11:27 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2 |
| Festivals | Ratha Yatra |
At sunrise 04:01
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 11:27 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 02:34 (12.07) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:05 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:27 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
|---|---|
| from 17:05 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 17:05 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:34 (12.07) | yoga Siddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:01 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:08 |
| End of twilight | 22:04 |
| Moonrise | 05:27 |
| Moonset | 22:43 |
| Day length | 17 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 11:27 | from 17:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (04:01–11:27) 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 14:43 (10.07)–17:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:01–17:05
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:05–04:02 (12.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:05–04:02 (12.07)
Anandadi: Matanga 04:01–11:27 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:27–04:02 (12.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:06–03:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:26–16:34 |
| Godhuli | 21:08–21:22 |
| Pradosha | 21:08–22:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (12.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:16–06:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:09–08:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:26–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 01:46–03:33 (12.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:01–07:35, 10:36–11:27
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 04:01–07:35, 10:36–11:27 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 04:01–07:35, 10:36–11:27 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:01–16:38, 17:05–21:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:01–07:35, 10:36–11:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya until 11:27, Ashlesha from 11:27; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 17:05, Shukla-tritya from 17:05; lagna Mithuna 04:01, Karka 04:37, Simha 07:35, Kanya 10:36, Tula 13:36, Vrischika 16:38, Dhanu 19:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 11:27) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 11:27) — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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 11:27
+2 Pushya 04:01–11:27+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:01–17:05+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:01–11:27+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:01–17:050 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:05–04:02 (12.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:05–04:02 (12.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:27–04:02 (12.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:27–04:02 (12.07)
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 14:17 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3 |
At sunrise 04:02
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 19:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 14:17 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 03:18 (13.07) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 06:13 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:13 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 14:17 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 19:17 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 19:17 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:18 (13.07) | yoga Vyatipata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:02 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:07 |
| End of twilight | 22:03 |
| Moonrise | 06:42 |
| Moonset | 22:59 |
| Day length | 17 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:17 | from 19:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (14:17–21:07) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 14:17–04:04 (13.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:17–04:04 (13.07)
Anandadi: Amrita 04:02–14:17 Anandadi: Musala 14:17–04:04 (13.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:36–20:57
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:07–03:35 |
|---|---|
| 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 (13.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:30–14:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:43–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:02–06:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:18–10:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:44–10:52, 16:34–17:42 |
| Varjyam | 03:34–05:21 (13.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:02–19:17
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:02–19:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:02–19:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:02–19:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 14:17, Magha from 14:17; tithi Shukla-tritya until 19:17, Shukla-chaturti from 19:17; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:33, Simha 07:31, Kanya 10:32, Tula 13:33, Vrischika 16:34, Dhanu 19:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 14:17) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 14:17) — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 19:17–21:07: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in 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 14:17
+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:02–03:18 (13.07)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:02–14:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:02–19:17+1 Ravi Yoga 14:17–04:04 (13.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:17–04:04 (13.07)0 Rikta tithi 19:17–04:04 (13.07)0 Anandadi: Musala 14:17–04:04 (13.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:02–14:17
| 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 | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4 |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 04:04
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 16:52 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 03:49 (14.07) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:18 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:18 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 16:52 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 21:13 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 21:13 | karana Bava |
| from 03:49 (14.07) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:04 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:06 |
| End of twilight | 22:01 |
| Moonrise | 07:58 |
| Moonset | 23:10 |
| Day length | 17 h 02 min |
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 16:52 |
|---|
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, Magha (04:04–16:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (16:52–21:06) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:18–21:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:52–14:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:04–16:52 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:52–04:05 (14.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 16:52–04:05 (14.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:04–16:52
- Bhadra on earth: 08:18–21:13; Bhadra Mukha 08:15–10:25; Bhadra Puchha 19:55–21:13
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:08–03:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:25–16:33 |
| Godhuli | 21:06–21:20 |
| Pradosha | 21:06–22:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:49 (14.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:12–15:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:27–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:50–18:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:11–08:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:28–08:36, 13:09–14:17 |
| Varjyam | 03:34–05:21, 01:37–03:22 (14.07) |
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 04:04–07:28, 10:28–19:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha until 16:52, Purva-Phalguni from 16:52; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:29, Simha 07:28, Kanya 10:28, Tula 13:29, Vrischika 16:30, Dhanu 19:13, Makara 21:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 16:52) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 16:52) — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 04:04–21:06: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 08:18–21:06: 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 04:04–21:06: 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
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:04–16:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Siddhi 16:52–04:05 (14.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 16:52–04:05 (14.07)0 Anandadi: Kana 04:04–16:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:04–16:52−2 Rikta tithi 04:04–21:13−3 Bhadra on earth 08:18–21:13−3 Vyatipata 04:04–03:49 (14.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — 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 | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5 |
At sunrise 04:05
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 22:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 19:06 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 04:00 (15.07) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:03 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:03 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 19:06 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 22:46 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 22:46 | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:00 (15.07) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:05 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:04 |
| End of twilight | 21:59 |
| Moonrise | 09:15 |
| Moonset | 23:20 |
| Day length | 16 h 59 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 19:06 |
|---|
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, Purva-Phalguni (04:05–19:06) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (19:06–21:04) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 19:06–04:06 (15.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:05–22:46 Krakacha Yoga 22:46–04:06 (15.07)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:05–19:06 Anandadi: Utpata 19:06–04:06 (15.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:20–23:11
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 (15.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:06–13:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:20–10:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:42–16:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:05–06:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:05–05:13, 05:13–06:21 |
| Varjyam | 02:50–04:33 (15.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:05–07:24, 10:25–16:26, 19:06–21:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:05–07:24, 10:25–16:26, 19:06–21:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:05–07:24, 10:25–16:26, 19:06–21:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:05–07:24, 10:25–21:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 19:06, Uttara-Phalguni from 19:06; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Mithuna 04:05, Karka 04:25, Simha 07:24, Kanya 10:25, Tula 13:25, Vrischika 16:26, Dhanu 19:09, Makara 21:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 19:06) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 19:06) — 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
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 Yoga Variyana 04:05–04:00 (15.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 04:05–22:460 Ravi Yoga 19:06–04:06 (15.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 19:06–04:06 (15.07)0 Anandadi: Utpata 19:06–04:06 (15.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:05–19:06−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:05–19:06−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:05–22:46
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 15:54 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6 |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 04:06
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 23:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 20:52 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 03:48 (16.07) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:22 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:22 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 20:52 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 23:49 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 23:49 | karana Gara |
| from 03:48 (16.07) | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:06 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:03 |
| End of twilight | 21:58 |
| Moonrise | 10:32 |
| Moonset | 23:29 |
| Day length | 16 h 56 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 20:52 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (04:06–20:52) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (20:52–21:03) 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 22:46 (14.07)–23:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:06–20:52 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 20:52–04:08 (16.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:06–23:49 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 23:49–04:08 (16.07) Samvartaka Yoga 23:49–04:08 (16.07)
Anandadi: Mitra 04:06–20:52 Anandadi: Manasa 20:52–04:08 (16.07)
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 (16.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:08–14:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:56–21:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:49–18:56 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:48–19:55 |
| Varjyam | 02:50–04:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:06–07:20, 10:21–16:22
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:06–07:20, 10:21–16:22 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:06–07:20, 10:21–16:22 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:06–07:20, 10:21–19:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 20:52, Hasta from 20:52; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mithuna 04:06, Karka 04:21, Simha 07:20, Kanya 10:21, Tula 13:21, Vrischika 16:22, Dhanu 19:05, Makara 20:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 20:52) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 20:52) — 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 15:54
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Ravi Yoga 04:06–20:52+1 Anandadi: Mitra 04:06–20:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:06–20:520 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:06–23:49 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Yoga Parigha 04:06–15:54
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), Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7 |
| Festivals | Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) |
At sunrise 04:08
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 00:17 (17.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 22:05 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 03:07 (17.07) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:08 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:08 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 22:05 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 00:17 (17.07) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 00:17 (17.07) | karana Vishti |
| from 03:07 (17.07) | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:08 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:02 |
| End of twilight | 21:56 |
| Moonrise | 11:49 |
| Moonset | 23:38 |
| Day length | 16 h 53 min |
Sky
| Karka Sankranti | 11:19 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (04:08–21:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Cancer — the beginning of Dakshinayana, the Sun’s southward course and the “night of the gods”. Holy bath, charity and ancestor rites are favourable.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 04:08–11:19
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:08–22:05 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:08–00:17 (17.07) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 22:05–04:09 (17.07)
Anandadi: Vajra 04:08–22:05 Anandadi: Mudgara 22:05–04:09 (17.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:17–10:26 (17.07); Bhadra Puchha 02:04–03:15 (17.07); Bhadra Mukha 03:15–05:14 (17.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:11–03:40 |
|---|---|
| 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 (17.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:47–17:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:15–08:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:28–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:42–16:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:09–14:16, 16:31–17:39 |
| Varjyam | 05:42–07:23 |
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 04:08–07:16, 10:17–19:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mithuna 04:08, Karka 04:17, Simha 07:16, Kanya 10:17, Tula 13:17, Vrischika 16:18, Dhanu 19:02, Makara 20:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 11:19 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (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: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:08–22:05+1 Yoga Shiva 04:08–03:07 (17.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:08–00:17 (17.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:08–22:05−1 Sankranti day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:08–22:05−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:08–00:17 (17.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | 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 | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8 |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 04:09
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 00:04 (18.07) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 22:38 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 01:53 (18.07) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:16 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:16 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 22:38 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 00:04 (18.07) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 00:04 (18.07) | karana Balava |
| from 01:53 (18.07) | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:09 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 21:00 |
| End of twilight | 21:54 |
| Moonrise | 13:10 |
| Moonset | 23:47 |
| Day length | 16 h 50 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (04:09–21:00) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:09–12:16: 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 00:17–00:04 (18.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–00:04 (18.07) Ravi Yoga 22:38–04:11 (18.07)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 22:38–04:11 (18.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:09–22:38
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:17–12:16; Bhadra Puchha 02:04–03:15; Bhadra Mukha 03:15–05:14
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 | 21:00–22:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (18.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:05–17:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:48–18:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:22–10:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:32–08:39, 23:53–00:21 (18.07) |
| Varjyam | 06:16–07:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:09–07:12, 10:13–18:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mithuna 04:09, Karka 04:13, Simha 07:12, Kanya 10:13, Tula 13:13, Vrischika 16:14, Dhanu 18:58, Makara 20:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 04:09–21:00: 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 04:09–01:53 (18.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–00:04 (18.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:09–22:38−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:09–12:16−1 Ashtami 04:09–00:04 (18.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:09–22:38−1 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: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9 |
At sunrise 04:11
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 23:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 22:28 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 00:05 (19.07) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 11:41 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:41 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 22:28 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 23:08 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 23:08 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:05 (19.07) | yoga Shubha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:11 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:59 |
| End of twilight | 21:52 |
| Moonrise | 14:34 |
| Moonset | 23:59 |
| Day length | 16 h 47 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 (04:11–20:59) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 04:11–23:08
Anandadi: Prajapati 22:28–04:13 (19.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:11–22:28
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:14–03:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 20:59–21:13 |
| Pradosha | 20:59–22:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (19.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:44–15:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:17–08:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:29–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–13:09 |
| Varjyam | 04:11–05:47, 03:52–05:24 (19.07) |
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 04:11, Simha 07:08, Kanya 10:09, Tula 13:09, Vrischika 16:10, Dhanu 18:54, Makara 20:45
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 04:11–20:59: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:11–22:28+1 Yoga Sadhya 04:11–00:05 (19.07)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:11–22:28−2 Rikta tithi 04:11–23:08−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:11–23:08
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
At sunrise 04:13
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 21:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 21:35 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 21:41 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:23 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:23 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 21:28 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 21:28 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:35 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 21:41 | yoga Shukla |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:13 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:57 |
| End of twilight | 21:50 |
| Moonrise | 16:04 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 16 h 44 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 (04:13–20:57) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:13–21:28 Ravi Yoga 04:13–21:35 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:35–04:14 (20.07) Ravi Yoga 23:11–04:14 (20.07)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:13–21:35 Anandadi: Ananda 21:35–04:14 (20.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:06–21:50
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:15–03:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:09 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:23–16:30 |
| Godhuli | 20:57–21:12 |
| Pradosha | 20:57–22:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:50 (20.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:06–14:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:41–16:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:13–06:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:24–10:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:48–10:55, 16:30–17:36 |
| Varjyam | 03:52–05:24, 01:19–02:49 (20.07) |
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 Vishakha; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Karka 04:13, Simha 07:04, Kanya 10:05, Tula 13:05, Vrischika 16:06, Dhanu 18:50, Makara 20:41
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 = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:13–21:41+2 Ravi Yoga 04:13–21:35+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:13–21:28+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:13–21:35+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:13–21:28
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 20:01 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) |
At sunrise 04:14
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 19:07 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 20:01 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 18:43 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:22 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:22 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 18:43 | yoga Brahma |
| from 19:07 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 19:07 | karana Bava |
| from 20:01 | nakshatra Jyestha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:14 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:56 |
| End of twilight | 21:48 |
| Moonrise | 17:36 |
| Moonset | 00:16 |
| Day length | 16 h 41 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 19:07 | from 20:01 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:14–20:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (20:01–20:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:22–19:07: 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 21:28 (19.07)–19:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:16–07:36 (21.07)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:14–19:07 Ravi Yoga 04:14–20:01 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:14–20:01
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:07–04:16 (21.07) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:01–04:16 (21.07)
Anandadi: Chara 20:01–04:16 (21.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:14–20:01
- Bhadra in heaven: 08:22–19:07; Bhadra Puchha 12:37–13:42; Bhadra Mukha 13:42–15:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:16–03:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:29 |
| Godhuli | 20:56–21:11 |
| Pradosha | 20:56–22:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (21.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:17–11:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:30–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:46–18:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:19–08:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:35–08:41, 13:08–14:15 |
| Varjyam | 01:06–02:34 (21.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:14–19:07, 20:37–20:56
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:14–19:07, 20:37–20:56 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:14–07:00, 10:01–16:02, 20:37–20:56 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:14–19:07, 20:37–20:56 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:14–07:00, 10:01–18:46 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha until 20:01, Jyestha from 20:01; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 19:07, Shukla-dvadashi from 19:07; lagna Karka 04:14, Simha 07:00, Kanya 10:01, Tula 13:01, Vrischika 16:02, Dhanu 18:46, Makara 20:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 20:01) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 20:01) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); 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 Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- 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 = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 20:01
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:14–20:01+2 Ravi Yoga 04:14–20:01+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:14–19:07+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:14–20:01+1 Yoga Shukla 04:14–18:43+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:14–19:070 Anandadi: Chara 20:01–04:16 (21.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:07–04:16 (21.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 20:01–04:16 (21.07)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:01–04:16 (21.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:14–20:01−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:22–19:07
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 04:16
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 16:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 17:51 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 15:16 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 05:42 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:42 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 15:16 | yoga Indra |
| from 16:10 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 16:10 | karana Kaulava |
| from 17:51 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 02:30 (22.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:16 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:54 |
| End of twilight | 21:46 |
| Moonrise | 19:06 |
| Moonset | 00:41 |
| Day length | 16 h 38 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 16:10 |
|---|
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 (04:16–17:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (17:51–20:54) is good for sowing, for root crops.
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, 20:54–22:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Musala 04:16–17:51 Anandadi: Gada 17:51–04:18 (22.07)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:26–23:13
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:17–03:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:22–16:28 |
| Godhuli | 20:54–21:09 |
| Pradosha | 20:54–22:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (22.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:50–11:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:25–10:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:40–16:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:16–06:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:16–05:22, 05:22–06:29 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 20:33–20:54
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 20:33–20:54 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 20:33–20:54 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 16:10–18:42, 20:33–20:54 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha until 17:51, Mula from 17:51; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 16:10, Shukla-triodashi from 16:10; lagna Karka 04:16, Simha 06:56, Kanya 09:57, Tula 12:57, Vrischika 15:58, Dhanu 18:42, Makara 20:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 17:51) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 17:51) — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 04:16–15:160 Auspicious tithi 16:10–04:18 (22.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:16–17:51−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:16–17:51
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:18
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 12:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 15:13 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 11:24 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:45 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:24 | yoga Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| from 12:45 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 12:45 | karana Gara |
| from 15:13 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 22:54 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:18 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:53 |
| End of twilight | 21:44 |
| Moonrise | 20:21 |
| Moonset | 01:22 |
| Day length | 16 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:45 | from 15:13 |
|---|
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 (04:18–15:13) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (15:13–20:53) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 12:45–20:53: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:18–15:13 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:18–15:13 Ravi Yoga 15:13–04:19 (23.07)
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:18–15:13 Anandadi: Shubha 15:13–04:19 (23.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
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 (23.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:31–10:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:48–20:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:44–18:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:40–19:46 |
| Varjyam | 13:47–15:13, 23:38–01:02 (23.07) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:18–06:52, 09:53–11:24
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:18–06:52, 09:53–11:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:18–06:52, 09:53–11:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:18–06:52, 09:53–12:45, 15:13–18:38 and another 1 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mula until 15:13, Purva-Ashadha from 15:13; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 12:45, Shukla-chaturdashi from 12:45; lagna Karka 04:18, Simha 06:52, Kanya 09:53, Tula 12:53, Vrischika 15:54, Dhanu 18:38, Makara 20:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 15:13) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 15:13) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 12:45–20:53: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 11:24–20:53: 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 = +4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:18–15:13+2 Yoga Indra 04:18–11:24+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:18–15:13+1 Auspicious tithi 04:18–12:45+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:18–15:13+1 Ravi Yoga 15:13–04:19 (23.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Rikta tithi 12:45–04:19 (23.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:18–15:13−3 Vaidhriti 11:24–04:19 (23.07)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Utpata, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 04:19
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 12:16 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 07:15 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:00 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:15 | yoga Vishkambha |
|---|---|
| from 09:00 | tithi Purnima |
| from 09:00 | karana Vishti |
| from 12:16 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 19:03 | karana Bava |
| from 02:58 (24.07) | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:19 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:51 |
| End of twilight | 21:42 |
| Moonrise | 21:13 |
| Moonset | 02:25 |
| Day length | 16 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:00 | from 12:16 |
|---|
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, Purva-Ashadha (04:19–12:16) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (12:16–20:51) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:00–19:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:19–09:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
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, 09:00–04:21 (24.07)
after sunrise Purnima lasts less than 3 muhurtas — the previous day is chosen
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:56–14:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 24.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:19–12:16
Anandadi: Utpata 04:19–12:16 Anandadi: Mrityu 12:16–03:58 (24.07) Anandadi: Kana 03:58–04:21 (24.07)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 09:00–19:03; Bhadra Puchha 15:31–16:32; Bhadra Mukha 16:32–18:12
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:20–03:49 |
|---|---|
| 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 (24.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:03–09:27, 03:37–05:00 (24.07) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:23–08:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:31–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:39–16:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:08–14:14, 16:27–17:33 |
| Varjyam | 19:14–20:38 |
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 09:49–18:34, 20:25–20:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 12:16, Uttara-Ashadha from 12:16; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 09:00, Purnima from 09:00; lagna Karka 04:19, Simha 06:48, Kanya 09:49, Tula 12:49, Vrischika 15:50, Dhanu 18:34, Makara 20:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 12:16) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 12:16) — improved health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:19–09:00: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 09:00–20:51: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 04:19–07:15: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −5
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
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:19–12:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:16–04:21 (24.07)0 Anandadi: Utpata 04:19–12:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vaidhriti 04:19–07:15−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:19–12:16−2 Rikta tithi 04:19–09:00−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:00–19:03−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 12:16–03:58 (24.07)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ashadha Purnima |
At sunrise 04:21
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 05:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 09:11 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 22:41 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 05:05 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:05 | tithi Krishna-pratipat (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 05:05 | karana Balava |
| from 09:11 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 15:08 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:41 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 01:12 (25.07) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 01:12 (25.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:21 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:49 |
| End of twilight | 21:40 |
| Moonrise | 21:46 |
| Moonset | 03:50 |
| Day length | 16 h 28 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 05:05 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:05 | 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, Uttara-Ashadha (04:21–09:11) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (09:11–20:49) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
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 09:00 (23.07)–05:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 23.07
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:21–09:11 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:05–09:11 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:05–01:12 (25.07)
Anandadi: Padma 04:21–10:35 Anandadi: Lumbaka 10:35–04:23 (25.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:45–05:25
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:21–03:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:20–16:26 |
| Godhuli | 20:49–21:05 |
| Pradosha | 20:49–22:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (25.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:37–05:00, 21:05–22:29 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:42–18:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:28–10:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:39–08:45, 23:51–00:21 (25.07) |
| Varjyam | 12:41–14:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:05–06:44, 09:45–15:46, 20:21–20:49
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 05:05–06:44, 09:45–15:46, 20:21–20:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:05–06:44, 09:45–15:46, 20:21–20:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:21–06:44, 09:45–18:30, 20:21–20:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 09:11, Shravana from 09:11; tithi Purnima until 05:05, Krishna-pratipat from 05:05; lagna Karka 04:21, Simha 06:44, Kanya 09:45, Tula 12:45, Vrischika 15:46, Dhanu 18:30, Makara 20:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 09:11) — improved health; Shravana (from 09:11) — bodily development (physical growth); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:21–05:05: 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 = −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: Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Padma 04:21–10:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:21–09:11+1 Yoga Priti 04:21–22:41+1 Auspicious tithi 05:05–01:12 (25.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:05–09:11−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 10:35–04:23 (25.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:05–01:12 (25.07)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:21–09:11
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Mitra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:23
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 21:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 06:11 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 18:33 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:20 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:11 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 11:20 | karana Gara |
| from 18:33 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 21:32 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 21:32 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:25 (26.07) | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:23 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:48 |
| End of twilight | 21:38 |
| Moonrise | 22:08 |
| Moonset | 05:27 |
| Day length | 16 h 25 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 06:11 |
|---|
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, Shravana (04:23–06:11) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:23–21:32
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:11–03:25 (26.07) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:32–04:24 (26.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:32–04:24 (26.07)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:23–06:11 Anandadi: Mitra 06:11–03:25 (26.07) Anandadi: Manasa 03:25–04:24 (26.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 16:45–22:21 (29.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:22–03:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:19–16:25 |
| Godhuli | 20:48–21:03 |
| Pradosha | 20:48–22:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (26.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:13–19:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:26–08:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:32–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:08 |
| Varjyam | 09:43–11:08 |
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 04:23–06:40, 09:41–18:26, 20:18–20:48 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana until 06:11, Dhanishtha from 06:11; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Karka 04:23, Simha 06:40, Kanya 09:41, Tula 12:41, Vrischika 15:43, Dhanu 18:26, Makara 20:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 06:11) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 06:11) — longevity (increased vitality); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:11–03:25 (26.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:23–06:11+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:23–18:33+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:23–21:320 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:23–21:32 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Panchaka 16:45–04:24 (26.07)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:11–03:25 (26.07)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) |
At sunrise 04:24
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 18:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 1 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 01:07 (27.07) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 14:44 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:50 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:50 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 14:44 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 18:15 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 18:15 | karana Bava |
| from 01:07 (27.07) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:24 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:46 |
| End of twilight | 21:36 |
| Moonrise | 22:23 |
| Moonset | 07:06 |
| Day length | 16 h 21 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 18:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (04:24–20:46) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:50–18:15: 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, 22:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:15–04:26 (27.07)
Anandadi: Vajra 04:24–01:07 (27.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 01:07–04:26 (27.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 07:50–18:15; Bhadra Puchha 14:38–15:40; Bhadra Mukha 15:40–17:24
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 16:45 (25.07)–22:21 (29.07)
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 (27.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:37–20:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:38–16:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:24–06:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:30–10:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:52–10:57, 16:24–17:30 |
| Varjyam | 09:56–11:23 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:24–06:36
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:24–06:36 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:24–07:50 |
| Cutting toenails | good 04:24–06:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:24–06:36, 09:37–18:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-tritya until 18:15, Krishna-chaturti from 18:15; lagna Karka 04:24, Simha 06:36, Kanya 09:37, Tula 12:38, Vrischika 15:39, Dhanu 18:22, Makara 20:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 18:15–20:46: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 07:50–18:15: 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 Auspicious nakshatra 04:24–01:07 (27.07)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:24–14:44+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:24–18:150 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:15–04:26 (27.07)0 Rikta tithi 18:15–04:26 (27.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:24–01:07 (27.07)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Bhadra on earth 07:50–18:15
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:26
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 15:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 23:25 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 11:21 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 04:49 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:49 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 11:21 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 15:32 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 15:32 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:25 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 02:26 (28.07) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:36 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:26 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:44 |
| End of twilight | 21:33 |
| Moonrise | 22:34 |
| Moonset | 08:40 |
| Day length | 16 h 17 min |
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 15:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (04:26–20:44) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 23:25–04:28 (28.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:26–23:25
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 16:45 (25.07)–22:21 (29.07)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:25–03:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:08 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:18–16:23 |
| Godhuli | 20:44–21:00 |
| Pradosha | 20:44–22:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:21–00:51 (28.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:59–17:29 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:33–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:40–18:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:28–08:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:42–08:47, 13:08–14:13 |
| Varjyam | 07:04–08:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:32–20:44
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 15:32–20:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 15:32–20:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:26–06:33, 09:33–20:44 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 15:32, Krishna-panchami from 15:32; lagna Karka 04:26, Simha 06:33, Kanya 09:33, Tula 12:34, Vrischika 15:35, Dhanu 18:18, Makara 20:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 04:26–15:32: 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
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 Yoga Shobhana 04:26–11:21+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 15:32–04:28 (28.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 11:21–13:28−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:26–23:25−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:26–23:25−2 Rikta tithi 04:26–15:32
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:28
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 13:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 22:29 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 08:32 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:31 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:32 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 13:31 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 13:31 | karana Gara |
| from 22:29 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 00:49 (29.07) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:28 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:42 |
| End of twilight | 21:31 |
| Moonrise | 22:44 |
| Moonset | 10:10 |
| Day length | 16 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:31 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (04:28–20:42) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 22:29–04:30 (29.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:28–13:31 Krakacha Yoga 13:31–04:30 (29.07) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 22:29–04:30 (29.07)
Anandadi: Prajapati 22:29–04:30 (29.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:28–22:29
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 16:45 (25.07)–22:21 (29.07)
- Gandanta (tithi): 13:09–13:54
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 | 00:20–00:52 (29.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:52–19:24 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:32–10:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:37–16:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:28–06:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:28–05:33, 05:33–06:38 |
| Varjyam | 08:39–10:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:28–15:31, 20:06–20:42
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 04:28–15:31, 20:06–20:42 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:28–15:31, 20:06–20:42 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:28–18:14, 20:06–20:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-panchami until 13:31, Krishna-shashti from 13:31; lagna Karka 04:28, Simha 06:29, Kanya 09:29, Tula 12:30, Vrischika 15:31, Dhanu 18:14, Makara 20:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:28–22:29+1 Auspicious tithi 04:28–13:31+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:32–04:30 (29.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Surya Dagdha tithi 13:31–04:30 (29.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:28–22:29−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Krakacha Yoga 13:31–04:30 (29.07)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:28–13:31
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Samvartaka Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:30
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:19 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 22:21 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 06:22 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:19 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:22 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 12:19 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 12:19 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:21 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 00:01 (30.07) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:30 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:40 |
| End of twilight | 21:29 |
| Moonrise | 22:54 |
| Moonset | 11:35 |
| Day length | 16 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 7, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:19 |
|---|
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, Revati (04:30–20:40) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:19–20:40: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:30–22:21 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:21–04:32 (30.07)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:30–12:19 Samvartaka Yoga 12:19–04:32 (30.07)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:30–22:21 Anandadi: Ananda 22:21–04:32 (30.07)
- Bhadra on earth: 12:19–22:21; Bhadra Puchha 17:02–18:13; Bhadra Mukha 18:13–20:11
- Bhadra in heaven: 22:21–00:01 (30.07)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 16:45 (25.07)–22:21
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:18–04:27 (30.07)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:27–03:59 |
|---|---|
| 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 (30.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:58–21:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:39–20:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:38–18:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:31–19:36 |
| Varjyam | 10:25–12:00 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:30–06:25, 09:26–12:19
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 04:30–06:25, 09:26–12:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:30–06:25, 09:26–12:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:30–06:25, 09:26–20:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-shashti until 12:19, Krishna-saptami from 12:19; lagna Karka 04:30, Simha 06:25, Kanya 09:26, Tula 12:26, Vrischika 15:27, Dhanu 18:10, Makara 20:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 12:19–20:40: 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 = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:30–22:21+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:30–22:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:30–22:21+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:30–06:220 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:30–12:19 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka 04:30–22:21−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:30–12:19−3 Samvartaka Yoga 12:19–04:32 (30.07)−3 Bhadra on earth 12:19–22:21
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Rakshasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami · Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:32
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 11:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 23:04 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 04:52 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:57 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 04:52 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 11:57 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 11:57 | karana Balava |
| from 23:04 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 00:05 (31.07) | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:03 (31.07) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:32 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:38 |
| End of twilight | 21:27 |
| Moonrise | 23:04 |
| Moonset | 12:58 |
| Day length | 16 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:57 |
|---|
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, 20:38–22:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:32–11:57
Anandadi: Chara 23:04–04:33 (31.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:32–23:04
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:29–04:00 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:16–16:21 |
| Godhuli | 20:38–20:54 |
| Pradosha | 20:38–22:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (31.07) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:39–17:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:32–08:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:34–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:36–16:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:07–14:12, 16:21–17:25 |
| Varjyam | 18:57–20:36 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:32–06:21, 09:22–11:57
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:32–06:21, 09:22–11:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:32–06:21, 09:22–11:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:32–06:21, 09:22–18:06, 19:58–20:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-saptami until 11:57, Krishna-ashtami from 11:57; lagna Karka 04:32, Simha 06:21, Kanya 09:22, Tula 12:22, Vrischika 15:23, Dhanu 18:06, Makara 19:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 11:57–20:38: 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
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 04:32–23:04+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:32–04:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Shula 04:52–06:48−1 Ashtami 11:57–04:33 (31.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:32–23:04−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:32–11:57
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Raudra (No. 54) · Shaka 1962 · Vikram 2097 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:33
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 12:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 00:34 (01.08) more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 03:51 (01.08) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:26 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:26 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 12:26 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:34 (01.08) | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 00:57 (01.08) | karana Gara |
| from 03:51 (01.08) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:33 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:37 |
| End of twilight | 21:24 |
| Moonrise | 23:17 |
| Moonset | 14:19 |
| Day length | 16 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 4, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (04:33–20:37) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:33–12:26 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:34–04:35 (01.08)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 00:34–04:35 (01.08)
Anandadi: Musala 04:33–00:34 (01.08) Anandadi: Gada 00:34–04:35 (01.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:30–04:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:15–16:20 |
| Godhuli | 20:37–20:52 |
| Pradosha | 20:37–22:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (01.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:28–21:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:36–18:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:34–10:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:46–08:50, 23:48–00:20 (01.08) |
| Varjyam | 09:16–10:58 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 12:26, Krishna-navami from 12:26; lagna Karka 04:33, Simha 06:17, Kanya 09:18, Tula 12:18, Vrischika 15:19, Dhanu 18:03, Makara 19:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 04:33–12:26: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 12:26–20:37: 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.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:33–12:260 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Ganda 04:33–06:26−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:33–00:34 (01.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:33–00:34 (01.08)−1 Rikta tithi 12:26–04:35 (01.08)
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Shrimukha (No. 7)
Shaka Samvat 1962 · Vikram Samvat 2097 · Kali Yuga 5141
Next year — Durmati, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 1.04.2041
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: 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.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra 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.
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.
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.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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.
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)
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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra 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.
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.
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 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 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
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 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra 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.
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.
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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Auspicious: 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.
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 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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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): 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.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
digging, plowing, planting trees
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
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: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
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.
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).
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Group: 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.
any undertakings
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
“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
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.
felling trees, 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.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: 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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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
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
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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
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
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: 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
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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.
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-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — 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)
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: 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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: 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
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: 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)
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Meaning: 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: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra 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
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else