August 1876 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Shravana (until 19.08), Bhadrapada (from 20.08). Periods: all month — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 5.08 Raksha Bandhan; 12.08 Krishna Janmashtami; 22.08 Ganesha Chaturthi.
Icons this month (22)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 5.08 Sat — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra until 14:18
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 10.08 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Mitra until 05:47
Revati (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 11.08 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 14:36
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 22.08 Tue — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya until 08:23
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 24.08 Thu — Ravi Yoga, Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Sthira
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 2.08 Wed Pradosha Vrat
- 4.08 Fri Purnima Vrat
- 4.08 Fri Varalakshmi Vrat
- 5.08 Sat Raksha Bandhan
- 5.08 Sat Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima)
- 8.08 Tue Kajari Teej
- 8.08 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Heramba)
- 12.08 Sat Krishna Janmashtami
- 12.08 Sat Kalashtami
- 13.08 Sun Janmashtami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON)
- 13.08 Sun Nandotsava, Dahi Handi
- 14.08 Mon Simha Sankranti
- 15.08 Tue Aja Ekadashi (Annada)
- 16.08 Wed Aja Ekadashi (Annada) — Vaishnava fast
- 17.08 Thu Pradosha Vrat
- 17.08 Thu Masik Shivaratri
- 19.08 Sat Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola)
- 19.08 Sat Shani Amavasya
- 21.08 Mon Chandra Darshan
- 22.08 Tue Ganesha Chaturthi
- 22.08 Tue Hartalika Teej
- 23.08 Wed Rishi Panchami
- 24.08 Thu Skanda Shashti
- 26.08 Sat Radha Ashtami
- 27.08 Sun Masik Durgashtami
- 30.08 Wed Parivartini Ekadashi (Parsva, Vamana)
- 31.08 Thu Vamana Jayanti
- 31.08 Thu Pradosha Vrat
Special muhurta yogas
- 4.08 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:40–04:42 (05.08)
- 5.08 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:42–14:18
- 6.08 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 11:27–16:40
- 8.08 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:23–04:49 (09.08)
- 10.08 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 11.08 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:53–22:30
- 14.08 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 14.08 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:37–05:01 (15.08)
- 17.08 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 17.08 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 12:51–05:07 (18.08)
- 17.08 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 12:51–05:07 (18.08)
- 20.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:53–05:12 (21.08)
- 20.08 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 03:53–05:12 (21.08)
- 25.08 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:59–05:22 (26.08)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.08 Tue — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 8.08 Tue — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Kana (unfavourable day)
- 12.08 Sat — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 13.08 Sun — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Jwalamukhi Yoga, Rikta tithi
- 14.08 Mon — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi
- 15.08 Tue — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Surya Dagdha tithi
- 17.08 Thu — Vyatipata
- 18.08 Fri — Anandadi: Utpata, Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
- 19.08 Sat — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 21.08 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 26.08 Sat — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Sky this month
- 5.08 Full moon (Purnima) 09:37
- 14.08 Simha Sankranti 19:11 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo)
- 19.08 New moon (Amavasya) 15:25
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- 6.08 03:31 – 10.08 22:20 Mrityu Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Dhata (No. 10, “creator, sustainer”) — A moderate year: an abundance of medicinal herbs, attention to health; success without excess. more
Northern samvatsara: Sarvajit. Shaka Samvat 1798, Vikram Samvat 1933, Kali Yuga 4977.
Shravana (Nabhas) — The month of Shiva and the rains: Shravana Somvars (Mondays), Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan; in the dark half — Krishna Janmashtami. more
Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. 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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:34
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 02:53 (02.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 05:54 (02.08) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 03:28 (02.08) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:41 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:41 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 02:53 (02.08) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 02:53 (02.08) | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:28 (02.08) | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:34 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:35 |
| End of twilight | 21:23 |
| Moonrise | 19:21 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 16 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 1, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:34–20:35) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:53–04:36 (02.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra all day
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 20:13 (31.07)–09:40
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:30–04:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:15–16:19 |
| Godhuli | 20:35–20:51 |
| Pradosha | 20:35–22:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (02.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:43–00:30 (02.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:35–18:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:34–10:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:46–08:50, 23:47–00:19 (02.08) |
| Varjyam | 04:06–05:54 (02.08) |
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 Mula; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Karka 04:34, Simha 06:00, Kanya 09:01, Tula 12:01, Vrischika 15:03, Dhanu 17:49, Makara 19:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 04:34–20:35: 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 = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra all day0 Chaturmasya−1 Gandanta 04:34–09:40−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−3 Vaidhriti 04:34–03:28 (02.08)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious weekday; cons: Tryahasparsha, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:36
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:16 (03.08) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 05:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 04:25 (03.08) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:05 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:54 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 16:05 | karana Taitila |
| from 04:25 (03.08) | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:36 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:33 |
| End of twilight | 21:20 |
| Moonrise | 20:01 |
| Moonset | 00:26 |
| Day length | 15 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:54 |
|---|
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, Mula (04:36–05:54) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (05:54–20:33) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:33–22:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 04:36–05:54 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:36–05:54 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:54–04:38 (03.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:32–04:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:14–16:18 |
| Godhuli | 20:33–20:49 |
| Pradosha | 20:33–22:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (03.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:27–05:15 (03.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:36–08:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:35–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Varjyam | 04:06–05:54, 16:41–18:28 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:36–05:56, 08:57–14:59, 19:41–20:33 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:57–17:45, 19:41–20:33 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mula until 05:54, Purva-Ashadha from 05:54; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Karka 04:36, Simha 05:56, Kanya 08:57, Tula 11:57, Vrischika 14:59, Dhanu 17:45, Makara 19:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 05:54) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 05:54) — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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: Shrivatsa 05:54–04:38 (03.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vishkambha 04:36–04:430 Yamaghanta 04:36–05:54−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:36–05:54−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 08:51 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:38
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:16 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 08:51 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 05:17 (04.08) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:16 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:16 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:16 | karana Gara |
| from 08:51 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 18:25 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:38 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:31 |
| End of twilight | 21:18 |
| Moonrise | 20:26 |
| Moonset | 01:32 |
| Day length | 15 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:16 | from 08:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (04:38–08:51) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:51–20:31) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:16–20:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:51–04:40 (04.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:16–04:40 (04.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:38–08:51 Anandadi: Saumya 08:51–04:40 (04.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:33–04:05 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:13–16:17 |
| Godhuli | 20:31–20:47 |
| Pradosha | 20:31–22:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (04.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:27–05:15, 04:31–06:18 (04.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:34–16:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:38–06:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:36–10:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:56–10:59, 16:17–17:20 |
| Varjyam | 17:47–19:34 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:38–05:16
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:38–05:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:38–05:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:38–05:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 08:51, Uttara-Ashadha from 08:51; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 05:16, Shukla-chaturdashi from 05:16; lagna Karka 04:38, Simha 05:52, Kanya 08:53, Tula 11:53, Vrischika 14:55, Dhanu 17:41, Makara 19:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 08:51) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 08:51) — improved health; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:16–20:31: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 08:51
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:51–04:40 (04.08)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:38–08:51+1 Yoga Priti all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:38–05:16+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:51–04:40 (04.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:16–04:40 (04.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:38–08:51−2 Rikta tithi 05:16–04:40 (04.08)
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:40 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Varalakshmi Vrat · Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 04:40
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 11:40 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 05:17 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:32 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:17 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 07:32 | tithi Purnima |
| from 07:32 | karana Vishti |
| from 11:40 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 20:37 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:40 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:29 |
| End of twilight | 21:15 |
| Moonrise | 20:42 |
| Moonset | 02:50 |
| Day length | 15 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:32 | from 11:40 |
|---|
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 (04:40–11:40) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (11:40–20:29) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:32–20:29: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:40–07:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Varalakshmi Vrat · Lakshmi
A fast and puja to Lakshmi, the “bestower of boons”, on the Friday before the full moon of Shravana. Married women pray for the well-being of the family; the vrat is especially widespread in South India.
Rule: by weekday
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), 10:59–14:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 5.08
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:40–11:40 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:40–04:42 (05.08)
Anandadi: Ananda 04:40–04:59 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:59–13:27 Anandadi: Dhumra 13:27–04:42 (05.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 07:32–20:37; Bhadra Puchha 16:01–17:19; Bhadra Mukha 17:19–19:30
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:35–04:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:13–16:16 |
| Godhuli | 20:29–20:45 |
| Pradosha | 20:29–22:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (05.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:31–06:18, 02:46–04:32 (05.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:36–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:32–18:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:38–08:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:50–08:53, 13:06–14:09 |
| Varjyam | 16:07–17:53 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:49–17:37, 19:33–20:29 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 11:40, Shravana from 11:40; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 07:32, Purnima from 07:32; lagna Karka 04:40, Simha 05:48, Kanya 08:49, Tula 11:49, Vrischika 14:51, Dhanu 17:37, Makara 19:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 11:40) — improved health; Shravana (from 11:40) — bodily development (physical growth); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:40–07:32: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 07:32–20:29: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:40
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:40–04:42 (05.08)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:40–11:40+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:40–11:40+1 Yoga Priti 04:40–05:17+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Ananda 04:40–04:590 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:59–13:27−2 Rikta tithi 04:40–07:32−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:32–20:37
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 14:18 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Raksha Bandhan · Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima) |
At sunrise 04:42
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 09:37 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 14:18 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 06:00 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:37 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:00 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 09:37 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 09:37 | karana Balava |
| from 14:18 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 22:34 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:42 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:27 |
| End of twilight | 21:13 |
| Moonrise | 20:52 |
| Moonset | 04:12 |
| Day length | 15 h 45 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 09:37 |
|---|
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 09:37 | from 14:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (04:42–14:18) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Raksha Bandhan
Sisters tie a rakhi — a protective thread — on their brothers’ wrists and receive a promise of protection. The rite is performed in the afternoon (Aparahna), and always outside Bhadra. Upakarma, the changing of the sacred thread by brahmins, falls on the same day.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 14:09–17:18
on the second day the tithi lasts long enough — the second day is chosen
Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Shravana: Raksha Bandhan, Upakarma (renewal of the sacred thread by Brahmins) and Narali Purnima among the fishing communities of the west coast.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:32 (04.08)–09:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 4.08
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:42–14:18
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:42–09:37
Anandadi: Sthira 04:42–14:18 Anandadi: Vardhamana 14:18–04:43 (06.08)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 03:31 (06.08)–22:20 (10.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 09:11–10:03
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:36–04:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:12–16:15 |
| Godhuli | 20:27–20:43 |
| Pradosha | 20:27–22:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (06.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:38–10:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:32–16:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:42–06:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:42–05:45, 05:45–06:48 |
| Varjyam | 18:42–20:27 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:37–14:47, 19:29–20:27
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 | average 09:37–14:47, 19:29–20:27 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:37–14:47, 19:29–20:27 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:42–05:44, 08:45–17:33, 19:29–20:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shravana until 14:18, Dhanishtha from 14:18; tithi Purnima until 09:37, Krishna-pratipat from 09:37; lagna Karka 04:42, Simha 05:44, Kanya 08:45, Tula 11:46, Vrischika 14:47, Dhanu 17:33, Makara 19:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 14:18) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 14:18) — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:42–09:37: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 14:18
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:42–14:18+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:42–14:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:42–14:18+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:42–06:00+1 Auspicious tithi 09:37–04:43 (06.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:42–09:37 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:43
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 11:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 16:40 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 06:31 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:27 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:31 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 11:27 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 11:27 | karana Taitila |
| from 16:40 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 00:15 (07.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:43 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:25 |
| End of twilight | 21:10 |
| Moonrise | 21:00 |
| Moonset | 05:34 |
| Day length | 15 h 41 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:27 | from 16:40 |
|---|
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 (16:40–20:25) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 11:27–16:40
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:43–11:27
Anandadi: Matanga 04:43–16:40 Anandadi: Rakshasa 16:40–04:45 (07.08)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 03:31–22:20 (10.08)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:37–04:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:11–16:14 |
| Godhuli | 20:25–20:41 |
| Pradosha | 20:25–22:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (07.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:15–07:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:27–20:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:29–18:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:19–19:22 |
| Varjyam | 00:29–02:13 (07.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:43–05:40, 08:41–14:43, 19:25–20:25
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:43–05:40, 08:41–14:43, 19:25–20:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:43–05:40, 08:41–14:43, 19:25–20:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:43–05:40, 08:41–20:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 16:40, Shatabhisha from 16:40; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 11:27, Krishna-dvitya from 11:27; lagna Karka 04:43, Simha 05:40, Kanya 08:41, Tula 11:42, Vrischika 14:43, Dhanu 17:29, Makara 19:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 16:40) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 16:40) — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:43–16:40+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:43–16:40+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:43–06:31+1 Auspicious tithi 04:43–11:270 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 11:27–16:400 Anandadi: Rakshasa 16:40–04:45 (07.08)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:43–11:27
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:45
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 12:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 18:43 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 06:49 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:57 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:49 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 12:57 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 12:57 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:43 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 01:34 (08.08) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:45 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:23 |
| End of twilight | 21:08 |
| Moonrise | 21:05 |
| Moonset | 06:55 |
| Day length | 15 h 37 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 12:57 | from 18:43 |
|---|
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, Shatabhisha (04:45–18:43) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (18:43–20:23) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–12:57
Anandadi: Amrita 04:45–18:43 Anandadi: Musala 18:43–04:47 (08.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:34–14:01 (08.08); Bhadra Puchha 09:41–10:56 (08.08); Bhadra Mukha 10:56–13:02 (08.08)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 03:31 (06.08)–22:20 (10.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:39–04:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:10–16:13 |
| Godhuli | 20:23–20:39 |
| Pradosha | 20:23–22:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (08.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:54–12:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:43–08:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:37–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:31–16:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:05–14:08, 16:13–17:15 |
| Varjyam | 01:34–03:17 (08.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:57–14:39
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 | good 12:57–14:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:45–18:43, 19:21–20:23 |
| Cutting toenails | good 12:57–14:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:45–05:36, 08:38–17:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 18:43, Purva-Bhadra from 18:43; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 12:57, Krishna-tritya from 12:57; lagna Karka 04:45, Simha 05:36, Kanya 08:38, Tula 11:38, Vrischika 14:39, Dhanu 17:25, Makara 19:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 18:43) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 18:43) — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:45–18:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:45–18:43+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:45–06:49+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:45–12:570 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 18:43–04:47 (08.08)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 18:43–04:47 (08.08)0 Yoga Atiganda 06:49–09:13−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–12:57
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kajari Teej · Angaraki Chaturthi (Heramba) |
At sunrise 04:47
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 20:23 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 06:49 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:05 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:49 | yoga Sukarma |
|---|---|
| from 14:05 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 14:05 | karana Bava |
| from 20:23 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 02:29 (09.08) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:47 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:20 |
| End of twilight | 21:05 |
| Moonrise | 21:10 |
| Moonset | 08:14 |
| Day length | 15 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:05 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (04:47–20:20) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:47–14:05: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Kajari Teej · Parvati (Gauri)
A women’s festival of North India: a fast for marital happiness, worship of Parvati and the neem tree, and kajari songs.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:57 (07.08)–14:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Angaraki Chaturthi (Heramba) · Ganesha
A Sankashti falling on a Tuesday — the day of Mars (Angaraka) — is the most favourable of all Sankashtis: a fast on this day is equated with observing every Sankashti of the year.
Rule: at moonrise, 21:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:47–14:05 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:23–04:49 (09.08) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:23–04:49 (09.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 20:23–04:49 (09.08) Anandadi: Kana 04:47–20:23
- Bhadra on earth: 01:34–14:05; Bhadra Puchha 09:41–10:56; Bhadra Mukha 10:56–13:02
- Mrityu Panchaka: 03:31 (06.08)–22:20 (10.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:40–04:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:09–16:12 |
| Godhuli | 20:20–20:37 |
| Pradosha | 20:20–22:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (09.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:50–13:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:27–18:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:41–10:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:54–08:56, 23:44–00:18 (09.08) |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:47–05:33, 08:34–14:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-tritya until 14:05, Krishna-chaturti from 14:05; lagna Karka 04:47, Simha 05:33, Kanya 08:34, Tula 11:34, Vrischika 14:35, Dhanu 17:21, Makara 19:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — 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-chaturti 14:05–20:20: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 04:47–14:05: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −8
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: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+1 Auspicious tithi 04:47–14:05+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:49–04:49 (09.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:47–14:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Rikta tithi 14:05–04:49 (09.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:47–20:23−3 Anandadi: Kana 04:47–20:23−3 Bhadra on earth 04:47–14:05
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:49
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 14:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 21:37 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 06:29 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:46 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:29 | yoga Dhriti |
|---|---|
| from 14:46 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 14:46 | karana Kaulava |
| from 21:37 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 02:56 (10.08) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:49 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:18 |
| End of twilight | 21:03 |
| Moonrise | 21:16 |
| Moonset | 09:35 |
| Day length | 15 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:46 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (04:49–20:18) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:49–21:37 Anandadi: Utpata 21:37–04:51 (10.08)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 03:31 (06.08)–22:20 (10.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:41–04:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:09–16:11 |
| Godhuli | 20:18–20:35 |
| Pradosha | 20:18–22:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (10.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:34–18:15 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:45–08:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:38–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Varjyam | 06:29–08:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 19:13–20:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 19:13–20:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 19:13–20:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 14:46–17:18, 19:13–20:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 14:46, Krishna-panchami from 14:46; lagna Karka 04:49, Simha 05:29, Kanya 08:30, Tula 11:30, Vrischika 14:31, Dhanu 17:18, Makara 19:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 04:49–14:46: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:49–21:37+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:49–06:29+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 14:46–04:51 (10.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:49–21:37−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 04:49–14:46
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 05:47 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:51
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 14:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 22:20 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 05:47 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 14:57 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:47 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 14:57 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 14:57 | karana Gara |
| from 22:20 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 02:51 (11.08) | karana Vanija |
| from 04:40 (11.08) | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:51 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:16 |
| End of twilight | 21:00 |
| Moonrise | 21:21 |
| Moonset | 10:57 |
| Day length | 15 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:57 |
|---|
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 (04:51–20:16) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:51–14:57 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Ravi Yoga 22:20–04:53 (11.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:57–04:53 (11.08)
Anandadi: Mitra 04:51–22:20 Anandadi: Manasa 22:20–04:53 (11.08)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 03:31 (06.08)–22:20
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:33–15:21
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:12–04:26 (11.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:43–04:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:08–16:09 |
| Godhuli | 20:16–20:33 |
| Pradosha | 20:16–21:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (11.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:52–21:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:29–16:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:51–06:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:42–10:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:59–11:01, 16:09–17:11 |
| Varjyam | 09:59–11:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:51–05:25, 08:26–14:27
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 04:51–05:25, 08:26–14:27 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:51–05:25, 08:26–14:27 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:51–05:25, 08:26–17:14, 19:09–20:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-panchami until 14:57, Krishna-shashti from 14:57; lagna Karka 04:51, Simha 05:25, Kanya 08:26, Tula 11:26, Vrischika 14:27, Dhanu 17:14, Makara 19:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +9
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 05:47
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:51–14:57+1 Anandadi: Mitra 04:51–22:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:51–22:20+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:51–05:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:51–14:570 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:57–04:53 (11.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Shula 05:47–07:420 Surya Dagdha tithi 14:57–04:53 (11.08)−1 Panchaka 04:51–22:20
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 14:36 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:53
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 14:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 22:30 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 03:06 (12.08) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 14:36 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:36 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 14:36 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:30 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 02:12 (12.08) | karana Bava |
| from 03:06 (12.08) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:14 |
| End of twilight | 20:58 |
| Moonrise | 21:29 |
| Moonset | 12:23 |
| Day length | 15 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:36–20:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:53–14:36 Ravi Yoga 04:53–22:30 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:53–22:30
Krakacha Yoga 14:36–04:55 (12.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:36–04:55 (12.08)
Anandadi: Vajra 04:53–22:30 Anandadi: Mudgara 22:30–04:55 (12.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 14:36–02:12 (12.08); Bhadra Puchha 19:12–20:22; Bhadra Mukha 20:22–22:17
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:44–04:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:07–16:08 |
| Godhuli | 20:14–20:31 |
| Pradosha | 20:14–21:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (12.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:15–16:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:38–12:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:24–18:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:48–08:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:57–08:59, 13:04–14:05 |
| Varjyam | 18:29–20:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 19:06–20:12
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 19:06–20:12 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 19:06–20:12 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:53–05:21, 08:22–17:10, 19:06–20:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-shashti until 14:36, Krishna-saptami from 14:36; lagna Karka 04:53, Simha 05:21, Kanya 08:22, Tula 11:22, Vrischika 14:23, Dhanu 17:10, Makara 19:06, Kumbha 20:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 14:36
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:53–22:30+2 Ravi Yoga 04:53–22:30+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:53–14:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:53–22:30+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:36–04:55 (12.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Ganda 04:53–06:55−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:36–02:12 (12.08)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:53–22:30−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:53–14:36−1 Krakacha Yoga 14:36–04:55 (12.08)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Krishna Janmashtami · Kalashtami |
At sunrise 04:55
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 13:39 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 22:06 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 01:03 (13.08) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:39 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:39 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 13:39 | karana Balava |
| from 22:06 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 00:58 (13.08) | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:03 (13.08) | yoga Dhruva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:12 |
| End of twilight | 20:55 |
| Moonrise | 21:41 |
| Moonset | 13:55 |
| Day length | 15 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 6, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:39 |
|---|
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 (04:55–20:12) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Krishna Janmashtami · Krishna
The appearance of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, at midnight on the eighth day of the dark half of the month under the Rohini nakshatra. Devotees fast until midnight, and at Nishitha they perform abhisheka of Bala Gopala and rock his cradle.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:17–00:52 (13.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vaishnava date: 13.08
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, 20:12–21:57
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:55–13:39 Jwalamukhi Yoga 22:06–04:57 (13.08)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 22:06–04:57 (13.08) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:55–22:06
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:45–04:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:06–16:07 |
| Godhuli | 20:12–20:29 |
| Pradosha | 20:12–21:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (13.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:23–18:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:44–10:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:28–16:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:55–06:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:55–05:56, 05:56–06:57 |
| Varjyam | 07:57–09:31 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:55–05:17, 08:18–13:39
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 04:55–05:17, 08:18–13:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:55–05:17, 08:18–13:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:55–05:17, 08:18–13:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-saptami until 13:39, Krishna-ashtami from 13:39; lagna Karka 04:55, Simha 05:17, Kanya 08:18, Tula 11:18, Vrischika 14:19, Dhanu 17:06, Makara 19:02, Kumbha 20:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 13:39–20:12: 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.
+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:55–01:03 (13.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Ashtami 13:39–04:57 (13.08)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:55–22:06−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:55–22:06−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:55–13:39
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Jwalamukhi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Janmashtami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON) · Nandotsava, Dahi Handi |
At sunrise 04:57
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 12:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 21:07 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 22:32 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:08 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:08 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 12:08 | karana Taitila |
| from 21:07 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 22:32 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 23:10 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:57 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:09 |
| End of twilight | 20:53 |
| Moonrise | 22:00 |
| Moonset | 15:30 |
| Day length | 15 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (04:57–20:09) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Janmashtami (Vaishnavas, ISKCON) · Krishna
The Vaishnava date of Janmashtami — by the Ashtami at sunrise without any admixture of Saptami; ISKCON and the temples of Mathura and Vrindavan may celebrate it a day later than the Smartas.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 13:39 (12.08)–12:08
Smarta date: 12.08
Nandotsava, Dahi Handi · Krishna
On the day after Janmashtami the joy of Nanda is celebrated: young men form human pyramids to break a hanging pot of curd, as little Krishna used to do.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:57–12:08 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 12:08–21:07 Jwalamukhi Yoga 21:07–04:59 (14.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 21:07–04:59 (14.08) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:57–21:07
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:47–04:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:05–16:06 |
| Godhuli | 20:09–20:27 |
| Pradosha | 20:09–21:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (14.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:49–20:21 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:15–20:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:21–18:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:08–19:08 |
| Varjyam | 09:37–11:09 |
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 04:57–05:13, 08:14–12:08 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 12:08, Krishna-navami from 12:08; lagna Karka 04:57, Simha 05:13, Kanya 08:14, Tula 11:14, Vrischika 14:15, Dhanu 17:02, Makara 18:58, Kumbha 20:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 04:57–12:08: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 12:08–20:09: 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 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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:57–22:320 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:57–21:07−1 Rikta tithi 12:08–04:59 (14.08)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 12:08–21:07−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:57–12:08
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Simha Sankranti |
At sunrise 04:59
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 10:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 19:37 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 19:35 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:04 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:04 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 10:04 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:35 | yoga Harshana |
| from 19:37 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 20:50 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:59 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:07 |
| End of twilight | 20:50 |
| Moonrise | 22:33 |
| Moonset | 17:02 |
| Day length | 15 h 08 min |
Sky
| Simha Sankranti | 19:11 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:04 | from 19:37 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (04:59–19:37) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (19:37–20:07) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Simha Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Leo; in Kerala the month of Chingam begins — the Malayalam New Year.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 12:47–19:11
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:37–05:01 (15.08)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:59–10:04
Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:59–19:37 Anandadi: Ananda 19:37–05:01 (15.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:50–06:41 (15.08); Bhadra Puchha 22:23–23:28; Bhadra Mukha 23:28–01:15 (15.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:48–04:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:04–16:05 |
| Godhuli | 20:07–20:25 |
| Pradosha | 20:07–21:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (15.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:37–18:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:52–08:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:39–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:26–16:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:03–14:04, 16:05–17:05 |
| Varjyam | 12:07–13:37, 00:46–02:14 (15.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:04–16:58, 18:54–20:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini until 19:37, Mrigashirsha from 19:37; tithi Krishna-navami until 10:04, Krishna-dashami from 10:04; lagna Karka 04:59, Simha 05:09, Kanya 08:10, Tula 11:10, Vrischika 14:12, Dhanu 16:58, Makara 18:54, Kumbha 20:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 19:37) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 19:37) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 04:59–10:04: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 19:11 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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: Sankranti day
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:59–19:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:59–19:37+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Harshana 19:35–05:01 (15.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 04:59–10:04 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Sankranti day−2 Rikta tithi 04:59–10:04
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, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Aja Ekadashi (Annada) |
At sunrise 05:01
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 07:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 17:39 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 16:16 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:30 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:30 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:30 | karana Bava |
| from 16:16 | yoga Vajra |
| from 17:39 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 18:04 | karana Balava |
| from 04:33 (16.08) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 04:33 (16.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:01 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:05 |
| End of twilight | 20:47 |
| Moonrise | 23:32 |
| Moonset | 18:19 |
| Day length | 15 h 03 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 10, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:30 | from 17:39 |
|---|
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, Mrigashirsha (05:01–17:39) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:01–07:30: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Aja Ekadashi (Annada) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Shravana (Bhadrapada in North India). According to legend, this fast restored King Harishchandra’s kingdom and family; Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:30–04:33 (16.08)
kshaya Ekadashi does not prevail at sunrise: Smartas fast on the day it begins, Vaishnavas on the next day
Parana (breaking the fast): 14:02–17:02 (16.08)
Vaishnava date: 16.08
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 05:01–07:30 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:30–04:33 (16.08) Yamaghanta 17:39–05:03 (16.08)
Anandadi: Chara 17:39–05:03 (16.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:01–17:39
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:50 (14.08)–07:30; Bhadra Puchha 22:23–23:28 (14.08); Bhadra Mukha 23:28 (14.08)–01:15
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:09–07:51
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:50–04:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:03–16:04 |
| Godhuli | 20:05–20:23 |
| Pradosha | 20:05–21:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (16.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:35–11:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:19–18:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:47–10:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:02–09:02, 23:40–00:16 (16.08) |
| Varjyam | 01:15–02:42 (16.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:06–14:08
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:06–14:08 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:06–14:08 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 17:39, Ardra from 17:39; tithi Krishna-dashami until 07:30, Krishna-ekadashi from 07:30; lagna Karka 05:01, Simha 05:05, Kanya 08:06, Tula 11:06, Vrischika 14:08, Dhanu 16:54, Makara 18:50, Kumbha 19:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 17:39) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 17:39) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Auspicious nakshatra 05:01–17:39+1 Yoga Harshana 05:01–16:160 Anandadi: Chara 17:39–05:03 (16.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vajra 16:16–17:180 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 17:39–05:03 (16.08)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:01–07:300 Yamaghanta 17:39–05:03 (16.08)−1 Krakacha Yoga 05:01–07:30−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:01–17:39−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:01–07:30−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:30–04:33 (16.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Musala |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Aja Ekadashi (Annada) — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 05:03
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 01:19 (17.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 15:21 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 12:40 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:58 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:40 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 14:58 | karana Taitila |
| from 15:21 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 01:19 (17.08) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 01:19 (17.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:03 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:02 |
| End of twilight | 20:45 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 19:09 |
| Day length | 14 h 59 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (15:21–20:02) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Aja Ekadashi (Annada) — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 15.08
Ekadashi does not prevail at any sunrise (kshaya): Smartas fast on the day it begins, Vaishnavas on the next day, on Dwadashi.
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:03–01:19 (17.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:19–05:05 (17.08)
Anandadi: Musala 05:03–15:21 Anandadi: Gada 15:21–05:05 (17.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:51–04:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:02–16:02 |
| Godhuli | 20:02–20:20 |
| Pradosha | 20:02–21:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (17.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:19–07:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:32–14:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:55–08:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:40–12:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:02 |
| Varjyam | 02:06–03:32 (17.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 18:46–19:52
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 18:46–19:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 18:46–19:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 08:02–15:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 15:21, Punarvasu from 15:21; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Simha 05:03, Kanya 08:02, Tula 11:02, Vrischika 14:04, Dhanu 16:50, Makara 18:46, Kumbha 19:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 15:21) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 15:21) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:03–01:19 (17.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Siddhi 12:40–05:05 (17.08)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:21–05:05 (17.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:03–15:21−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:03–15:21
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 — Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat · Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 05:05
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 21:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 12:51 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 08:52 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:39 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:52 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 11:39 | karana Vanija |
| from 12:51 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 21:57 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 21:57 | karana Vishti |
| from 05:01 (18.08) | yoga Variyana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:05 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:00 |
| End of twilight | 20:42 |
| Moonrise | 00:58 |
| Moonset | 19:38 |
| Day length | 14 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (05:05–12:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (12:51–20:00) 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, 20:00–21:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 00:15–00:51 (18.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:05–12:51 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 12:51–05:07 (18.08) Guru Pushya Yoga 12:51–05:07 (18.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:57–05:07 (18.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:05–12:51 Anandadi: Shubha 12:51–05:07 (18.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:57–08:16 (18.08); Bhadra Mukha 21:57–23:41; Bhadra Puchha 07:15–08:17 (18.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:52–04:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:02–16:01 |
| Godhuli | 20:00–20:18 |
| Pradosha | 20:00–21:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:51 (18.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:42–12:08, 04:34–06:00 (18.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:24–16:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:05–06:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:48–10:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:03–11:03, 16:01–17:01 |
| Varjyam | 20:00–21:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:05–08:52
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:05–08:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:05–08:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 12:51, Pushya from 12:51; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Simha 05:05, Kanya 07:58, Tula 10:58, Vrischika 14:00, Dhanu 16:46, Makara 18:42, Kumbha 19:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 12:51) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 12:51) — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 08:52–20:00: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:05–08:52+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:05–12:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:05–12:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:05–12:510 Chaturmasya−3 Vyatipata 08:52–05:01 (18.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Utpata, Krishna Chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:07
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 18:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 10:17 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 01:12 (19.08) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:16 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:16 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 10:17 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 18:36 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 18:36 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 01:12 (19.08) | yoga Parigha |
| from 04:59 (19.08) | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:07 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:58 |
| End of twilight | 20:40 |
| Moonrise | 02:40 |
| Moonset | 19:55 |
| Day length | 14 h 50 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:17 | from 18:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (05:07–10:17) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:07–08:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 08:16–18:36: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 18:36–19:58: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:07–18:36: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Utpata 05:07–10:17 Anandadi: Mrityu 10:17–05:09 (19.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:57 (17.08)–08:16; Bhadra Mukha 21:57–23:41 (17.08); Bhadra Puchha 07:15–08:17
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:26–13:15 (19.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:54–04:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:01–16:00 |
| Godhuli | 19:58–20:16 |
| Pradosha | 19:58–21:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:51 (19.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:34–06:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:41–12:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:15–18:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:58–08:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:05–09:04, 13:02–14:01 |
| Varjyam | 21:47–23:13 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:54–16:42, 18:38–19:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya until 10:17, Ashlesha from 10:17; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 18:36, Amavasya from 18:36; lagna Simha 05:07, Kanya 07:54, Tula 10:54, Vrischika 13:56, Dhanu 16:42, Makara 18:38, Kumbha 19:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 10:17) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 10:17) — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:07–18:36: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 18:36–19:58: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 05:07–08:16: 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).
- 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 = −3
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Utpata
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Pushya 05:07–10:17+1 Yoga Variyana 05:07–01:12 (19.08)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Bhadra on earth 05:07–08:16−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:17–05:09 (19.08)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 05:07–10:17−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 05:07–18:36
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Amavasya · Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola) |
At sunrise 05:09
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 15:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 07:50 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 21:35 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:25 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:50 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 15:25 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 15:25 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 21:35 | yoga Shiva |
| from 01:57 (20.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:09 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:55 |
| End of twilight | 20:37 |
| Moonrise | 04:24 |
| Moonset | 20:05 |
| Day length | 14 h 46 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 15:25 |
|---|
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 07:50 | 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, Magha (07:50–19:55) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Naga 05:09–15:25: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 15:25–19:55: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)
A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:36 (18.08)–15:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola) · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Shravana — Pithori Amavasya (mothers pray for their children) and Pola (worship of bullocks in Maharashtra).
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:36 (18.08)–15:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Manasa 05:09–07:50 Anandadi: Padma 07:50–05:10 (20.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:26–13:15
- Gandanta (tithi): 15:05–15:46
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:55–04:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:00–15:59 |
| Godhuli | 19:55–20:14 |
| Pradosha | 19:55–21:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (20.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:24–07:50, 03:28–04:55 (20.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:50–10:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:23–16:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:09–06:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:09–06:08, 06:08–07:07 |
| Varjyam | 18:44–20:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 07:50, Magha from 07:50; tithi Amavasya until 15:25, Shukla-pratipat from 15:25; lagna Simha 05:09, Kanya 07:50, Tula 10:50, Vrischika 13:52, Dhanu 16:38, Makara 18:34, Kumbha 19:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 07:50) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 07:50) — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 05:09–15:25: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:50–05:10 (20.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Yoga Parigha 05:09–11:23−1 Gandanta 05:09–13:15−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:09–07:50−3 Amavasya 05:09–15:25
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: Chhatra, Yoga Shiva; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:10
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:34 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 05:39 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 18:15 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:34 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:39 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 12:34 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 12:34 | karana Balava |
| from 18:15 | yoga Siddha |
| from 23:18 | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:53 (21.08) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:10 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:53 |
| End of twilight | 20:34 |
| Moonrise | 06:03 |
| Moonset | 20:13 |
| Day length | 14 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 1, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:39 | from 12:34 |
|---|
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 (05:10–05:39) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (05:39–19:53) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:53–05:12 (21.08) Tripushkar Yoga 03:53–05:12 (21.08)
Yamaghanta 05:10–05:39 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–12:34
Anandadi: Chhatra 05:39–03:53 (21.08) Anandadi: Mitra 03:53–05:12 (21.08) Anandadi: Mudgara 05:10–05:39
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:56–04:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–15:57 |
| Godhuli | 19:53–20:11 |
| Pradosha | 19:53–21:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (21.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:57–23:26 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:02–19:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:12–18:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:55–18:54 |
| Varjyam | 13:04–14:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:34–13:48, 18:30–19:37
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 12:34–13:48, 18:30–19:37 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 12:34–13:48, 18:30–19:37 |
| Cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 12:34–16:34, 18:30–19:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Magha until 05:39, Purva-Phalguni from 05:39; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 12:34, Shukla-dvitya from 12:34; lagna Simha 05:10, Kanya 07:46, Tula 10:47, Vrischika 13:48, Dhanu 16:34, Makara 18:30, Kumbha 19:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 05:39) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 05:39) — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.
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
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 05:39–03:53 (21.08)+1 Yoga Shiva 05:10–18:15+1 Auspicious tithi 12:34–05:12 (21.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 03:53–05:12 (21.08)0 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:10–05:390 Yamaghanta 05:10–05:39−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:10–05:39−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–12:34
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 05:12
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 10:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 02:41 (22.08) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 15:21 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:10 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:10 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 10:10 | karana Taitila |
| from 15:21 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 21:12 | karana Gara |
| from 02:41 (22.08) | nakshatra Hasta |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:12 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:50 |
| End of twilight | 20:32 |
| Moonrise | 07:37 |
| Moonset | 20:19 |
| Day length | 14 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:10 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Phalguni (05:12–19:50) 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, 19:50–20:19
on the first evenings the crescent sets almost together with the Sun (northern latitudes) — the day is chosen by the Yallop crescent visibility criterion
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 19:50–20:19
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 02:41–05:14 (22.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:12–10:10 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 10:10–02:41 (22.08)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:12–02:41 (22.08) Anandadi: Vajra 02:41–05:14 (22.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:58–04:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:56 |
| Godhuli | 19:50–20:09 |
| Pradosha | 19:50–21:43 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (22.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:51–21:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:02–08:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:42–12:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:21–16:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–13:59, 15:56–16:55 |
| Varjyam | 10:44–12:15 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:43–13:44, 18:26–19:33
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 07:43–13:44, 18:26–19:33 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 07:43–13:44, 18:26–19:33 |
| Cutting toenails | good 10:10–13:44, 18:26–19:33 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:43–16:30, 18:26–19:33 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 10:10, Shukla-tritya from 10:10; lagna Simha 05:12, Kanya 07:43, Tula 10:43, Vrischika 13:44, Dhanu 16:30, Makara 18:26, Kumbha 19:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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 = +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)
+2 Yoga Siddha 05:12–15:21+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:12–02:41 (22.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:12–02:41 (22.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:12–10:100 Chaturmasya−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 10:10–02:41 (22.08)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:12–10:10
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 08:23 |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ganesha Chaturthi · Hartalika Teej |
At sunrise 05:14
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 08:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 02:10 (23.08) more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 12:57 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 08:23 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:23 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 08:23 | karana Vanija |
| from 12:57 | yoga Shubha |
| from 19:45 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:10 (23.08) | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:14 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:48 |
| End of twilight | 20:29 |
| Moonrise | 09:07 |
| Moonset | 20:25 |
| Day length | 14 h 33 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 08:23 |
|---|
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, Hasta (05:14–19:48) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:45–19:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Ganesha Chaturthi · Ganesha
The appearance day of Ganesha and the start of the ten-day festival. The clay murti is installed at noon (Madhyahna), and modaks and durva grass are offered; on this evening devotees do not look at the Moon (mithya dosha). The festival ends with the immersion of the murti in water on Ananta Chaturdashi.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:04–13:58
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Do not look at the Moon: 09:07–20:25
Hartalika Teej · Shiva and Parvati
The fast of Parvati, who won Shiva as her husband through severe austerity: women fast without water and mould clay figures of Shiva and Parvati. In Karnataka this day is Gowri Habba.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:10 (21.08)–08:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–08:23 Ravi Yoga 05:14–02:10 (23.08)
Anandadi: Saumya 05:14–02:10 (23.08) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 02:10–05:16 (23.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:45–07:17 (23.08); Bhadra Mukha 19:50–21:45; Bhadra Puchha 06:09–07:17 (23.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:59–04:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:55 |
| Godhuli | 19:48–20:07 |
| Pradosha | 19:48–21:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (23.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:18–21:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:09–17:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:53–10:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:31–14:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:09–09:07, 23:35–00:13 (23.08) |
| Varjyam | 10:54–12:28 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:14–08:23
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 05:14–08:23 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:14–08:23 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:14–16:26, 18:22–19:29 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-tritya until 08:23, Shukla-chaturti from 08:23; lagna Simha 05:14, Kanya 07:39, Tula 10:39, Vrischika 13:40, Dhanu 16:26, Makara 18:22, Kumbha 19:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 08:23–19:48: 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
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 08:23
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:14–02:10 (23.08)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–08:23+1 Anandadi: Saumya 05:14–02:10 (23.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:14–02:10 (23.08)+1 Yoga Sadhya 05:14–12:57+1 Auspicious tithi 05:14–08:230 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 19:45–05:16 (23.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 08:23–05:16 (23.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Kaladanda |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Rishi Panchami |
At sunrise 05:16
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 02:22 (24.08) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:08 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:17 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:17 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 07:17 | karana Bava |
| from 11:08 | yoga Shukla |
| from 19:01 | karana Balava |
| from 02:22 (24.08) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:16 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:45 |
| End of twilight | 20:26 |
| Moonrise | 10:35 |
| Moonset | 20:31 |
| Day length | 14 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:17 |
|---|
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, Chitra (05:16–19:45) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:16–07:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Rishi Panchami · Saptarishi (the seven sages)
Worship of the seven sages (the Saptarishi — the seven stars of the Big Dipper). Fasting and a holy bath cleanse devotees, especially women, of unintentional breaches of the rules of purity.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:04–13:58
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 02:22–05:18 (24.08)
Anandadi: Kaladanda 05:16–02:22 (24.08) Anandadi: Dhumra 02:22–05:18 (24.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:45 (22.08)–07:17; Bhadra Mukha 19:50–21:45 (22.08); Bhadra Puchha 06:09–07:17
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:01–04:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:54 |
| Godhuli | 19:45–20:05 |
| Pradosha | 19:45–21:40 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (24.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:55–21:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:31–14:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:05–08:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:42–12:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Varjyam | 10:14–11:51 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:35–13:36, 18:18–19:25
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:35–13:36, 18:18–19:25 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:35–13:36, 18:18–19:25 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:35–16:22, 18:18–19:25 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 07:17, Shukla-panchami from 07:17; lagna Simha 05:16, Kanya 07:35, Tula 10:35, Vrischika 13:36, Dhanu 16:22, Makara 18:18, Kumbha 19:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 05:16–07:17: 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 = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 05:16–11:08+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:16–02:22 (24.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:17–05:18 (24.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:16–07:17−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 05:16–02:22 (24.08)−2 Rikta tithi 05:16–07:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 05:18
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 06:57 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 03:19 (25.08) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 09:55 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 06:57 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:57 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 06:57 | karana Kaulava |
| from 09:55 | yoga Brahma |
| from 19:04 | karana Taitila |
| from 03:19 (25.08) | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:18 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:43 |
| End of twilight | 20:23 |
| Moonrise | 12:02 |
| Moonset | 20:39 |
| Day length | 14 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:57 |
|---|
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 (05:18–19:43) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 06:57–05:20 (25.08)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:18–06:57 Ravi Yoga 05:18–03:19 (25.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:57–05:20 (25.08)
Anandadi: Sthira 05:18–03:19 (25.08) Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:19–05:20 (25.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 06:33–07:21
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:02–04:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:52 |
| Godhuli | 19:43–20:02 |
| Pradosha | 19:43–21:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (25.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:10–19:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:19–16:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:18–07:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:54–10:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:06–11:04, 15:52–16:50 |
| Varjyam | 08:12–09:51 |
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 07:31–16:19, 18:14–19:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-panchami until 06:57, Shukla-shashti from 06:57; lagna Simha 05:18, Kanya 07:31, Tula 10:31, Vrischika 13:32, Dhanu 16:19, Makara 18:14, Kumbha 19:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:18–03:19 (25.08)+1 Yoga Brahma 09:55–05:20 (25.08)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 05:18–03:19 (25.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:18–03:19 (25.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:18–06:570 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:18–06:570 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:57–05:20 (25.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)
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, Anandadi: Matanga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:20
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 07:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 04:59 (26.08) more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 09:17 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:22 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:22 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 07:22 | karana Gara |
| from 09:17 | yoga Indra |
| from 19:51 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:59 (26.08) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:20 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:40 |
| End of twilight | 20:21 |
| Moonrise | 13:28 |
| Moonset | 20:51 |
| Day length | 14 h 20 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 07:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (05:20–19:40) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:20–07:22 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:59–05:22 (26.08)
Krakacha Yoga 07:22–05:22 (26.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:22–05:22 (26.08)
Anandadi: Matanga 05:20–04:59 (26.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:59–05:22 (26.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:03–04:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:51 |
| Godhuli | 19:40–20:00 |
| Pradosha | 19:40–21:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (26.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:34–21:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:43–12:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:05–17:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:08–08:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:12–09:10, 12:59–13:56 |
| Varjyam | 09:19–11:01 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:22–19:40
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:22–19:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:22–19:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:22–19:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-shashti until 07:22, Shukla-saptami from 07:22; lagna Simha 05:20, Kanya 07:27, Tula 10:27, Vrischika 13:28, Dhanu 16:15, Makara 18:10, Kumbha 19:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Brahma 05:20–09:17+1 Anandadi: Matanga 05:20–04:59 (26.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:22–05:22 (26.08)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:20–07:220 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:22–05:22 (26.08)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:22–05:22 (26.08)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Radha Ashtami |
At sunrise 05:22
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 07:13 (27.08) more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 09:13 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:30 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:30 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 08:30 | karana Vishti |
| from 09:13 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 21:18 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:22 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:38 |
| End of twilight | 20:18 |
| Moonrise | 14:53 |
| Moonset | 21:08 |
| Day length | 14 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:30 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (05:22–19:38) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:30–19:38: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Radha Ashtami · Radha
The appearance day of Radha, the beloved of Krishna. Puja is performed at noon; the day is celebrated especially in Barsana and Vrindavan. The sixteen-day Mahalakshmi Vrat begins on this day.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:04–13:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:22–08:30
Anandadi: Amrita all day
- Bhadra in heaven: 08:30–21:18; Bhadra Puchha 10:26–11:43; Bhadra Mukha 11:43–13:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:05–04:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:50 |
| Godhuli | 19:38–19:57 |
| Pradosha | 19:38–21:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:51 (27.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:51–21:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:56–10:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:17–16:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:22–07:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:22–06:19, 06:19–07:16 |
| Varjyam | 09:21–11:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:23–08:30
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:23–08:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:23–08:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:22–16:11, 18:07–19:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-saptami until 08:30, Shukla-ashtami from 08:30; lagna Simha 05:22, Kanya 07:23, Tula 10:23, Vrischika 13:24, Dhanu 16:11, Makara 18:07, Kumbha 19:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 08:30–19:38: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 09:13–19:38: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
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
+2 Yoga Indra 05:22–09:13+1 Anandadi: Amrita all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious tithi 05:22–08:300 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 08:30–05:24 (27.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:22–08:30−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:30–21:18−3 Vaidhriti 09:13–05:24 (27.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 05:24
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 10:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 07:13 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 09:35 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:13 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:13 | nakshatra Jyestha |
|---|---|
| from 09:35 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 10:13 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 10:13 | karana Balava |
| from 23:15 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:24 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:35 |
| End of twilight | 20:15 |
| Moonrise | 16:11 |
| Moonset | 21:35 |
| Day length | 14 h 11 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 07:13 | from 10:13 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (05:24–07:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:13–19:35) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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 08:30 (26.08)–10:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 07:13–05:26 (28.08)
Anandadi: Mrityu 05:24–07:13 Anandadi: Kana 07:13–05:26 (28.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:12–16:36 (28.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:06–04:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:48 |
| Godhuli | 19:35–19:55 |
| Pradosha | 19:35–21:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:50 (28.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:07–01:54 (28.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:49–19:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:30–14:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:03–17:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:42–18:39 |
| Varjyam | 13:27–15:13 |
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 Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 07:13, Jyestha from 07:13; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 10:13, Shukla-navami from 10:13; lagna Simha 05:24, Kanya 07:19, Tula 10:19, Vrischika 13:20, Dhanu 16:07, Makara 18:03, Kumbha 19:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 07:13) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 07:13) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 05:24–10:13: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 10:13–19:35: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 05:24–09:35: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 07:13–05:26 (28.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:24–07:130 Anandadi: Kana 07:13–05:26 (28.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:24–07:13−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:13–05:26 (28.08)−1 Vaidhriti 05:24–09:35−1 Rikta tithi 10:13–05:26 (28.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:26
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 09:54 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 10:17 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:22 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:54 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 10:17 | yoga Priti |
| from 12:22 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 12:22 | karana Taitila |
| from 01:32 (29.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:26 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:33 |
| End of twilight | 20:13 |
| Moonrise | 17:16 |
| Moonset | 22:17 |
| Day length | 14 h 06 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 7, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (05:26–09:54) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (09:54–19:33) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Padma 05:26–09:54 Anandadi: Lumbaka 09:54–05:28 (29.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:12–16:36
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:07–04:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:47 |
| Godhuli | 19:33–19:53 |
| Pradosha | 19:33–21:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:50 (29.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:12–08:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:44–12:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:15–16:01 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:54, 15:47–16:44 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:22–19:33
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 12:22–19:33 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:22–19:33 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:15–19:33 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 09:54, Mula from 09:54; tithi Shukla-navami until 12:22, Shukla-dashami from 12:22; lagna Simha 05:26, Kanya 07:15, Tula 10:15, Vrischika 13:16, Dhanu 16:03, Makara 17:59, Kumbha 19:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 09:54) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 09:54) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 05:26–12:22: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Padma 05:26–09:54+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Priti 10:17–05:28 (29.08)+1 Auspicious tithi 12:22–05:28 (29.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 12:22–05:28 (29.08)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 09:54–05:28 (29.08)−1 Gandanta 05:26–16:36−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:26–09:54−2 Rikta tithi 05:26–12:22
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:28
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 14:44 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 12:48 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 11:10 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:44 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:10 | yoga Ayushman |
|---|---|
| from 12:48 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 14:44 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 14:44 | karana Vanija |
| from 03:57 (30.08) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:28 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:30 |
| End of twilight | 20:10 |
| Moonrise | 18:02 |
| Moonset | 23:18 |
| Day length | 14 h 02 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 12:48 | from 14:44 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (05:28–12:48) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (12:48–19:30) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 05:28–14:44 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:44–05:30 (30.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 05:28–12:48 Anandadi: Mitra 12:48–05:30 (30.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:57–17:08 (30.08); Bhadra Puchha 09:13–10:32 (30.08); Bhadra Mukha 10:32–12:44 (30.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:18–15:10
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:09–04:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:46 |
| Godhuli | 19:30–19:50 |
| Pradosha | 19:30–21:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (30.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:38–07:25 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:00–17:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:59–10:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:29–14:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:16–09:13, 23:30–00:10 (30.08) |
| Varjyam | 11:01–12:48, 23:35–01:23 (30.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:11–13:13, 17:55–19:01
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:11–13:13, 17:55–19:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:11–13:13 |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:11–13:13, 17:55–19:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:11–19:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 12:48, Purva-Ashadha from 12:48; tithi Shukla-dashami until 14:44, Shukla-ekadashi from 14:44; lagna Simha 05:28, Kanya 07:11, Tula 10:11, Vrischika 13:13, Dhanu 15:59, Makara 17:55, Kumbha 19:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 12:48) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 12:48) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 05:28–12:48+1 Yoga Priti 05:28–11:10+1 Auspicious tithi 05:28–14:440 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:44–05:30 (30.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:28–14:44−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:28–12:48−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:28–14:44
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa; auspicious time — after 17:08 |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Parivartini Ekadashi (Parsva, Vamana) |
At sunrise 05:30
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 17:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 15:45 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 12:05 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:08 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:05 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 15:45 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 17:08 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 17:08 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:30 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:28 |
| End of twilight | 20:07 |
| Moonrise | 18:32 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 13 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:45 | from 17:08 |
|---|
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 (05:30–15:45) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (15:45–19:28) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:30–17:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Parivartini Ekadashi (Parsva, Vamana) · Vishnu
On this day the sleeping Vishnu turns over onto his other side. Devotees worship Vamana — the dwarf avatar of Vishnu; the fast removes sins and brings blessings.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:44 (29.08)–17:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:32–08:19 (31.08)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:30–15:45 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:08–05:32 (31.08)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:30–15:45 Anandadi: Vajra 15:45–05:32 (31.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:57–17:08; Bhadra Puchha 09:13–10:32; Bhadra Mukha 10:32–12:44
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:10–04:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:44 |
| Godhuli | 19:28–19:48 |
| Pradosha | 19:28–21:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (31.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:22–12:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:29–14:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:15–08:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:44–12:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Varjyam | 00:42–02:29 (31.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 17:51–18:57
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 17:51–18:57 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:07–13:09, 15:45–19:28 |
| Cutting toenails | good 17:51–18:57 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:07–15:55, 17:51–18:57 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 15:45, Uttara-Ashadha from 15:45; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 17:08, Shukla-dvadashi from 17:08; lagna Simha 05:30, Kanya 07:07, Tula 10:07, Vrischika 13:09, Dhanu 15:55, Makara 17:51, Kumbha 18:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 15:45) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 15:45) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 17:08
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:30–15:45+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:30–15:45+1 Yoga Ayushman 05:30–12:05+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:30–17:080 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:08–05:32 (31.08)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:45–05:32 (31.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Vajra 15:45–05:32 (31.08)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:30–15:45−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:30–17:08
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 11:54 |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Dhata (No. 10) · Shaka 1798 · Vikram 1933 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vamana Jayanti · Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 05:32
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 19:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:35 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 12:56 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 06:18 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:18 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 12:56 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 18:35 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 19:25 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 19:25 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:32 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:25 |
| End of twilight | 20:04 |
| Moonrise | 18:50 |
| Moonset | 00:33 |
| Day length | 13 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:35 | from 19:25 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Ashadha (05:32–18:35) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:35–19:25) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Vamana Jayanti · Vamana
The appearance day of Vamana — the fifth avatar of Vishnu, the dwarf brahmin who covered the worlds in three steps and humbled King Bali. The Shravana nakshatra is favourable.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 17:08 (30.08)–19:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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, 19:25–21:27
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Saumya 05:32–11:54 Anandadi: Dhwaja 20:22–05:34 (01.09) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 11:54–20:22
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:11–04:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:56 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:43 |
| Godhuli | 19:25–19:46 |
| Pradosha | 19:25–21:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (01.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:26–13:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:13–15:57 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:32–07:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:00–10:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:10–11:05, 15:43–16:39 |
| Varjyam | 23:01–00:47 (01.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:03–13:05, 17:47–18:53
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 07:03–13:05, 17:47–18:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 07:03–13:05, 17:47–18:53 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:03–15:51, 17:47–18:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:35, Shravana from 18:35; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 19:25, Shukla-triodashi from 19:25; lagna Simha 05:32, Kanya 07:03, Tula 10:03, Vrischika 13:05, Dhanu 15:51, Makara 17:47, Kumbha 18:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:35) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:35) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 11:54
+1 Anandadi: Saumya 05:32–11:54+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:32–18:35+1 Yoga Saubhagya 05:32–12:56+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Auspicious tithi 19:25–05:34 (01.09)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 11:54–20:22
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Shridhara; Aditya — Indra. Full moon in nakshatra Shravana. Ritu: Varsha.
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: Sarvajit (No. 21)
Shaka Samvat 1798 · Vikram Samvat 1933 · Kali Yuga 4977
Next year — Ishvara, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 15.03.1877
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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.
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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
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 auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “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”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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.
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
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: 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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
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.
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 Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
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 Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in 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: 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: 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: 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: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
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 Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
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: 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)
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable 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.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra 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-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: 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
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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: 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
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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)
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: 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)
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: 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
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 Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Auspicious: 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): 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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing 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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: 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
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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): 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 Ashlesha
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
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
−1 — unfavourable 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: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. Ritu: Varsha.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
+1 — favourable 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: 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 (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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable 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: 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: 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): 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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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)
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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
tillage and sowing are forbidden
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
+1 — favourable 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
+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.
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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling