August 2023 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Adhika Shravana (until 16.08), Nija Shravana (from 17.08). Adhika Shravana — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Periods: all month — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 30.08 Raksha Bandhan.
Icons this month (21)
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
- 11.08 Fri — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Manasa, Auspicious nakshatra
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 20.08 Sun — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa until 08:53
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 23.08 Wed — Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Prajapati until 19:14
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 1.08 Tue Adhika Purnima
- 4.08 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka)
- 7.08 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 8.08 Tue Kalashtami
- 11.08 Fri Parama Ekadashi
- 12.08 Sat Parama Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
- 13.08 Sun Pradosha Vrat
- 14.08 Mon Masik Shivaratri
- 14.08 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 16.08 Wed Adhika Amavasya
- 16.08 Wed Karkidaka Vavu
- 17.08 Thu Simha Sankranti
- 17.08 Thu Chandra Darshan
- 19.08 Sat Hariyali Teej
- 20.08 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 21.08 Mon Naga Panchami
- 21.08 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 22.08 Tue Skanda Shashti
- 24.08 Thu Masik Durgashtami
- 25.08 Fri Varalakshmi Vrat
- 27.08 Sun Shravana Putrada Ekadashi (Pavitra)
- 28.08 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 28.08 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 29.08 Tue Onam (Thiruvonam)
- 30.08 Wed Raksha Bandhan
- 30.08 Wed Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima)
Special muhurta yogas
- 6.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:13–04:45 (07.08)
- 8.08 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:02–04:49 (09.08)
- 9.08 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 14.08 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:37–05:00 (15.08)
- 15.08 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:28–05:02 (16.08)
- 20.08 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:10–21:52
- 20.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:10–01:51 (21.08)
- 24.08 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–05:19 (25.08)
- 25.08 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:19–06:44
- 27.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:45–05:25 (28.08)
- 27.08 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 02:45–05:25 (28.08)
- 28.08 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:13–05:27 (29.08)
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 4.08 Fri — Rikta tithi, Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 5.08 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 12.08 Sat — Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 14.08 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata
- 15.08 Tue — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 16.08 Wed — Amavasya, Samvartaka Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 17.08 Thu — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Musala
- 19.08 Sat — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 25.08 Fri — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 28.08 Mon — Anandadi: Mrityu, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 30.08 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 1.08 Full moon (Purnima) 21:31
- 16.08 New moon (Amavasya) 12:38
- 17.08 Simha Sankranti 11:03 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo)
- 31.08 Full moon (Purnima) 04:35
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 16.08 Adhika Masa
- all month Chaturmasya
- 2.08 20:56 – 6.08 23:13 Dosha-free Panchaka
- 30.08 07:48 – 3.09 08:08 Dosha-free Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Shobhakrit (No. 37, “maker of beauty”) — A year of beauty: prosperity, success in the arts and in making life beautiful. more
Northern samvatsara: Nala. Shaka Samvat 1945, Vikram Samvat 2080, Kali Yuga 5124.
Adhika Shravana (Nabhas) — The month of Shiva and the rains: Shravana Somvars (Mondays), Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan; in the dark half — Krishna Janmashtami. more
Nija Shravana (Nabhas) — The month of Shiva and the rains: Shravana Somvars (Mondays), Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan; in the dark half — Krishna Janmashtami. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Manasa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Adhika Purnima |
At sunrise 04:34
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 21:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 13:33 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 16:22 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:28 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:28 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 13:33 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 16:22 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 21:31 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 21:31 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:34 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:36 |
| End of twilight | 21:24 |
| Moonrise | 21:14 |
| Moonset | 02:53 |
| Day length | 16 h 02 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 21:31 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (04:34–13:33) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (13:33–20:36) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:34–11:28: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Purnima · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The full moon of the intercalary month (Purushottama Masa). Annual festivals are not celebrated on this day, but holy bathing, fasting and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:22–21:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:34–13:33 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:31–04:35 (02.08)
Anandadi: Manasa 04:34–08:18 Anandadi: Padma 08:18–14:56 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:56–04:35 (02.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:22–11:28; Bhadra Puchha 07:55–08:55; Bhadra Mukha 08:55–10:36
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:11–21:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:30–04:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:15–16:20 |
| Godhuli | 20:36–20:52 |
| Pradosha | 20:36–22:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (02.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:55–09:20, 01:24–02:48 (02.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:36–18:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:34–10:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:35–14:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:46–08:50, 23:48–00:20 (02.08) |
| Varjyam | 17:02–18:26 |
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 04:34–06:15, 09:16–18:01, 19:53–20:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 13:33, Shravana from 13:33; tithi Purnima; lagna Karka 04:34, Simha 06:15, Kanya 09:16, Tula 12:16, Vrischika 15:17, Dhanu 18:01, Makara 19:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 13:33) — improved health; Shravana (from 13:33) — bodily development (physical growth); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:34–20:36: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:34–08:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:34–13:33+1 Yoga Priti 04:34–16:220 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 14:56–04:35 (02.08)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:34–11:28−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:34–13:33
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:35
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 17:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 10:28 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 12:03 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:33 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:33 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 10:28 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 12:03 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 17:36 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 17:36 | karana Taitila |
| from 03:40 (03.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:35 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:34 |
| End of twilight | 21:22 |
| Moonrise | 21:31 |
| Moonset | 04:37 |
| Day length | 15 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:28 | from 17:36 |
|---|
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, Shravana (04:35–10:28) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:36–04:37 (03.08)
Samvartaka Yoga 04:35–17:36 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:28–04:37 (03.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:35–10:28 Anandadi: Mitra 10:28–04:37 (03.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:56–23:13 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:31–04:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:15–16:19 |
| Godhuli | 20:34–20:50 |
| Pradosha | 20:34–22:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (03.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:21–23:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:35–14:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:35–08:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:35–12:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Varjyam | 13:57–15:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:35–06:11, 09:12–17:57, 19:49–20:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana until 10:28, Dhanishtha from 10:28; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 17:36, Krishna-dvitya from 17:36; lagna Karka 04:35, Simha 06:11, Kanya 09:12, Tula 12:12, Vrischika 15:13, Dhanu 17:57, Makara 19:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 10:28) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 10:28) — longevity (increased vitality); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 04:35–10:28+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:35–10:28+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:35–12:03+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:35–17:360 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:36–04:37 (03.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 10:28–04:37 (03.08)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 04:35–17:36
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Vajra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:37
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 13:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:26 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 07:47 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 13:47 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:26 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 07:47 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 13:47 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 13:47 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:58 | karana Vishti |
| from 03:43 (04.08) | yoga Atiganda |
| from 04:38 (04.08) | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:37 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:32 |
| End of twilight | 21:19 |
| Moonrise | 21:42 |
| Moonset | 06:22 |
| Day length | 15 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:26 | from 13:47 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (07:26–20:32) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:37–07:26 Anandadi: Vajra 07:26–04:38 (04.08) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:38–04:39 (04.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:58–10:15 (04.08); Bhadra Puchha 06:40–07:41 (04.08); Bhadra Mukha 07:41–09:24 (04.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:56 (02.08)–23:13 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:33–04:05 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:14–16:18 |
| Godhuli | 20:32–20:49 |
| Pradosha | 20:32–22:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (04.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:16–23:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:34–16:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:37–06:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:36–10:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:56–10:59, 16:18–17:21 |
| Varjyam | 13:47–15:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 13:47–15:09, 19:45–20:32
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 13:47–15:09, 19:45–20:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 13:47–15:09, 19:45–20:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:37–06:07, 09:08–17:53, 19:45–20:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 07:26, Shatabhisha from 07:26; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 13:47, Krishna-tritya from 13:47; lagna Karka 04:37, Simha 06:07, Kanya 09:08, Tula 12:08, Vrischika 15:09, Dhanu 17:53, Makara 19:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 07:26) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 07:26) — gaining strength; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:37–07:26+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:37–07:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:37–13:470 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:37–07:260 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:26–04:38 (04.08)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Rikta tithi, Bhadra on earth Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) |
At sunrise 04:39
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 1 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 02:14 (05.08) more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 23:59 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:15 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:15 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 10:15 | karana Bava |
| from 20:39 | karana Balava |
| from 23:59 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 02:14 (05.08) | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:39 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:30 |
| End of twilight | 21:17 |
| Moonrise | 21:51 |
| Moonset | 08:02 |
| Day length | 15 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (04:39–20:30) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:39–10:15: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 21:51
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 02:14–04:41 (05.08) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:39–02:14 (05.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 23:58 (03.08)–10:15; Bhadra Puchha 06:40–07:41; Bhadra Mukha 07:41–09:24
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:56 (02.08)–23:13 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:34–04:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:13–16:17 |
| Godhuli | 20:30–20:47 |
| Pradosha | 20:30–22:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (05.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:02–20:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:36–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:32–18:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:38–08:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:49–08:53, 13:06–14:10 |
| Varjyam | 10:23–11:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:39–17:49, 19:41–20:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-tritya until 10:15, Krishna-chaturti from 10:15; lagna Karka 04:39, Simha 06:03, Kanya 09:04, Tula 12:04, Vrischika 15:05, Dhanu 17:49, Makara 19:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 10:15–20:30: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 04:39–10:15: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:39–10:150 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 04:39–05:44−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:39–02:14 (05.08)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:39–02:14 (05.08)−1 Bhadra on earth 04:39–10:15−1 Rikta tithi 10:15–04:41 (05.08)
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 — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:41
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 00:24 (06.08) more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 20:41 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 07:10 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:10 | tithi Krishna-panchami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:10 | karana Kaulava |
| from 17:50 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:41 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 00:24 (06.08) | nakshatra Revati |
| from 04:40 (06.08) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 04:40 (06.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:41 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:28 |
| End of twilight | 21:14 |
| Moonrise | 21:58 |
| Moonset | 09:37 |
| Day length | 15 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:10 |
|---|
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-Bhadra (04:41–20:28) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:41–07:10
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–04:40 (06.08) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 00:24–04:43 (06.08) Krakacha Yoga 04:40–04:43 (06.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 00:24–04:43 (06.08) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:41–00:24 (06.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:56 (02.08)–23:13 (06.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:18–05:02 (06.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:36–04:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:12–16:16 |
| Godhuli | 20:28–20:45 |
| Pradosha | 20:28–22:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (06.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:58–21:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:38–10:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:33–16:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:41–06:39 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:41–05:44, 05:44–06:47 |
| Varjyam | 11:06–12:35 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:10–20:28
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:10–20:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:10–20:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:41–05:59, 07:10–20:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 07:10, Krishna-panchami from 07:10; lagna Karka 04:41, Simha 05:59, Kanya 09:00, Tula 12:00, Vrischika 15:01, Dhanu 17:45, Makara 19:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 04:41–07:10: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
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 04:41–00:24 (06.08)+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:41–20:41+1 Auspicious tithi 07:10–04:40 (06.08)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:41–07:100 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:41–00:24 (06.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:10–04:40 (06.08)−2 Rikta tithi 04:41–07:10
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Surya Dagdha tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:43
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 02:50 (07.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 23:13 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 17:56 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:40 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:40 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 17:56 | yoga Shula |
| from 23:13 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 02:50 (07.08) | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 02:50 (07.08) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:43 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:26 |
| End of twilight | 21:12 |
| Moonrise | 22:05 |
| Moonset | 11:09 |
| Day length | 15 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 7, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (04:43–20:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 23:13–04:45 (07.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:13–04:45 (07.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:43–02:50 (07.08) Samvartaka Yoga 02:50–04:45 (07.08)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:43–23:13 Anandadi: Ananda 23:13–04:45 (07.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:50–14:12 (07.08); Bhadra Puchha 07:25–08:34 (07.08); Bhadra Mukha 08:34–10:28 (07.08)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:56 (02.08)–23:13
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:18–05:02
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:27–05:02 (07.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:37–04:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:12–16:15 |
| Godhuli | 20:26–20:43 |
| Pradosha | 20:26–22:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (07.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:56–22:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:28–20:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:30–18:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:20–19:23 |
| Varjyam | 11:49–13:20 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:43–05:55, 08:56–14:57, 19:33–20:26
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 04:43–05:55, 08:56–14:57, 19:33–20:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:43–05:55, 08:56–14:57, 19:33–20:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:43–05:55, 08:56–17:41, 19:33–20:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Karka 04:43, Simha 05:55, Kanya 08:56, Tula 11:56, Vrischika 14:57, Dhanu 17:41, Makara 19:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; 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 = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 04:43–23:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:43–23:13+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:43–17:560 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Shula 17:56–19:45−1 Gandanta 04:43–05:02−1 Panchaka 04:43–23:13−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:43–02:50 (07.08)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:43–02:50 (07.08)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Gandanta Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:45
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 01:44 (08.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 22:46 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 15:46 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:12 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:12 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 15:46 | yoga Ganda |
| from 22:46 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 01:44 (08.08) | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 01:44 (08.08) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:45 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:24 |
| End of twilight | 21:09 |
| Moonrise | 22:14 |
| Moonset | 12:39 |
| Day length | 15 h 39 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 |
|---|
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) 04:45–14:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:45–22:46
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–01:44 (08.08)
Anandadi: Chara 22:46–04:47 (08.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:45–22:46
- Bhadra in heaven: 02:50–14:12; Bhadra Puchha 07:25–08:34; Bhadra Mukha 08:34–10:28
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:27 (06.08)–05:02
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:38–04:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:11–16:13 |
| Godhuli | 20:24–20:41 |
| Pradosha | 20:24–22:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (08.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:42–17:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:42–08:40 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:37–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:32–16:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:06–14:08, 16:13–17:16 |
| Varjyam | 18:51–20:25 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:45–05:51, 08:52–14:54, 19:29–20:24
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:45–05:51, 08:52–14:54, 19:29–20:24 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:45–05:51, 08:52–14:54, 19:29–20:24 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:45–05:51, 08:52–17:37, 19:29–20:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Karka 04:45, Simha 05:51, Kanya 08:52, Tula 11:52, Vrischika 14:54, Dhanu 17:37, Makara 19:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:45–22:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:45–22:46+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–01:44 (08.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Ganda 15:46–18:00−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:45–22:46−1 Gandanta 04:45–05:02−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:45–14:12
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 04:47
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 01:22 (09.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 23:02 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 14:11 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 13:28 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:28 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 14:11 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 23:02 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 01:22 (09.08) | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 01:22 (09.08) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:47 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:22 |
| End of twilight | 21:07 |
| Moonrise | 22:25 |
| Moonset | 14:09 |
| Day length | 15 h 35 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 4, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (04:47–20:22) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:22–22:03
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:47–01:22 (09.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 23:02–04:49 (09.08)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 23:02–01:22 (09.08) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 01:22–04:49 (09.08)
Anandadi: Musala 04:47–23:02 Anandadi: Gada 23:02–04:49 (09.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:40–04:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:10–16:12 |
| Godhuli | 20:22–20:39 |
| Pradosha | 20:22–22:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (09.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:11–19:48 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:28–18:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:40–10:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:54–08:56, 23:44–00:18 (09.08) |
| Varjyam | 08:28–10:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Karka 04:47, Simha 05:47, Kanya 08:48, Tula 11:48, Vrischika 14:50, Dhanu 17:33, Makara 19:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 04:47–20:22: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:47–01:22 (09.08)0 Yoga Vriddhi 14:11–04:49 (09.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 04:47–01:22 (09.08)−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:47–23:02−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:47–23:02
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:49
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 01:41 (10.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 23:59 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 13:10 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 13:27 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:10 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 13:27 | karana Gara |
| from 23:59 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 01:41 (10.08) | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 01:41 (10.08) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:49 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:20 |
| End of twilight | 21:04 |
| Moonrise | 22:41 |
| Moonset | 15:36 |
| Day length | 15 h 31 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 |
|---|
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 (04:49–20:20) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:49–23:59 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:49–23:59 Krakacha Yoga 04:49–01:41 (10.08) Jwalamukhi Yoga 23:59–01:41 (10.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:49–23:59 Anandadi: Shubha 23:59–04:50 (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 | 20:20–20:37 |
| Pradosha | 20:20–22:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (10.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:29–23:09 |
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 | 11:30–13:10 |
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 04:49–05:43, 08:44–17:30, 19:21–20:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Karka 04:49, Simha 05:43, Kanya 08:44, Tula 11:45, Vrischika 14:46, Dhanu 17:30, Makara 19:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 04:49–20:20: 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
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:49–23:59+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:49–13:10+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:49–23:590 Adhika Masa0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:49–23:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−2 Rikta tithi 04:49–01:41 (10.08)−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:49–01:41 (10.08)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhruva; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Vishti (Bhadra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:50
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 02:36 (11.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 01:31 (11.08) more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 12:40 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 14:05 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:40 | yoga Vyaghata |
|---|---|
| from 14:05 | karana Vishti |
| from 01:31 (11.08) | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 02:36 (11.08) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 02:36 (11.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:50 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:17 |
| End of twilight | 21:02 |
| Moonrise | 23:05 |
| Moonset | 17:00 |
| Day length | 15 h 26 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (04:50–20:17) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:05–20:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:50–02:36 (11.08)
Anandadi: Utpata 04:50–01:31 (11.08) Anandadi: Mrityu 01:31–04:52 (11.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 14:05–02:36 (11.08); Bhadra Puchha 16:01–17:16; Bhadra Mukha 17:16–19:20
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:12–03:02 (11.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:42–04:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:08–16:10 |
| Godhuli | 20:17–20:35 |
| Pradosha | 20:17–22:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (11.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:06–23:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:30–16:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:50–06:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:42–10:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:59–11:01, 16:10–17:12 |
| Varjyam | 17:00–18:42 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:50–05:40, 08:40–14:42, 19:17–20:17
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:50–05:40, 08:40–14:42, 19:17–20:17 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:50–05:40, 08:40–14:42, 19:17–20:17 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:50–05:40, 08:40–17:26, 19:17–20:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Karka 04:50, Simha 05:40, Kanya 08:40, Tula 11:41, Vrischika 14:42, Dhanu 17:26, Makara 19:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 04:50–01:31 (11.08)+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:50–12:40+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:50–02:36 (11.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 12:40–16:15−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:05–02:36 (11.08)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 04:50–01:31 (11.08)
| Summary | Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Manasa Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Parama Ekadashi |
At sunrise 04:52
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 04:02 (12.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 03:32 (12.08) more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 12:35 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:16 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:35 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 15:16 | karana Balava |
| from 03:32 (12.08) | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 04:02 (12.08) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 04:02 (12.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:52 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:15 |
| End of twilight | 20:59 |
| Moonrise | 23:42 |
| Moonset | 18:13 |
| Day length | 15 h 22 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 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (04:52–20:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Parama Ekadashi · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Adhika Masa. The fast grants the highest good and prosperity; Purushottama (Vishnu) is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 02:36–04:02 (12.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 14:05–17:09 (12.08)
Vaishnava date: 12.08
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:52–04:02 (12.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–04:54 (12.08)
Anandadi: Manasa 04:52–03:32 (12.08) Anandadi: Padma 03:32–04:54 (12.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:44–04:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:08–16:09 |
| Godhuli | 20:15–20:32 |
| Pradosha | 20:15–21:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (12.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:00–19:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:38–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:24–18:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:48–08:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:57–08:58, 13:05–14:06 |
| Varjyam | 07:35–09:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:52–05:36, 08:36–14:38, 19:14–20:15
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 04:52–05:36, 08:36–14:38, 19:14–20:15 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 04:52–05:36, 08:36–14:38, 19:14–20:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:52–05:36, 08:36–17:22, 19:14–20:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Karka 04:52, Simha 05:36, Kanya 08:36, Tula 11:37, Vrischika 14:38, Dhanu 17:22, Makara 19:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- 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.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:52–04:02 (12.08)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:52–03:32 (12.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:52–03:32 (12.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Harshana 12:35–04:54 (12.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Parama Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast |
At sunrise 04:54
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:50 (13.08) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 05:56 (13.08) more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 12:52 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 16:53 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:52 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 16:53 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:54 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:13 |
| End of twilight | 20:57 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 19:08 |
| Day length | 15 h 18 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 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Parama Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Purushottama (Vishnu)
Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.
Smarta date: 11.08
Dwadashi prevails at two consecutive sunrises (Vyanjuli Mahadwadashi): Vaishnavas fast on the first of these days, on Dwadashi.
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Mudgara all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:45–04:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:07–16:08 |
| Godhuli | 20:13–20:30 |
| Pradosha | 20:13–21:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (13.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:56–20:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:44–10:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:28–16:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:54–06:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:54–05:56, 05:56–06:57 |
| Varjyam | 12:47–14:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:54–05:32, 08:33–17:18, 19:10–20:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Karka 04:54, Simha 05:32, Kanya 08:33, Tula 11:33, Vrischika 14:34, Dhanu 17:18, Makara 19:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Yoga Harshana 04:54–12:520 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vajra 12:52–14:06−1 Anandadi: Mudgara all day−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 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 | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Pradosha Vrat |
At sunrise 04:56
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 05:50 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 05:56 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 13:25 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 05:50 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:50 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 05:50 | karana Gara |
| from 05:56 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 13:25 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 18:51 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:56 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:11 |
| End of twilight | 20:54 |
| Moonrise | 00:35 |
| Moonset | 19:46 |
| Day length | 15 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 2, bad — 7
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:50 | from 05:56 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (05:56–20:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:11–21:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–05:50 Hutashana Yoga 04:56–05:50 Krakacha Yoga 04:56–05:50
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:56–04:58 (14.08) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:56–05:56
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:46–04:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:06–16:07 |
| Godhuli | 20:11–20:28 |
| Pradosha | 20:11–21:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (14.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:16–20:11 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:33–14:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:22–18:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:09–19:10 |
| Varjyam | 19:16–21:03 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:29–14:30, 19:06–20:10
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:29–14:30, 19:06–20:10 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:29–14:30, 19:06–20:10 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:56–05:28, 08:29–17:14, 19:06–20:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ardra until 05:56, Punarvasu from 05:56; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 05:50, Krishna-trayodashi from 05:50; lagna Karka 04:56, Simha 05:28, Kanya 08:29, Tula 11:29, Vrischika 14:30, Dhanu 17:14, Makara 19:06, Kumbha 20:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 05:56) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 05:56) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); 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: Dhwaja 05:56–04:58 (14.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:56–04:58 (14.08)+1 Yoga Siddhi 13:25–04:58 (14.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:56–05:560 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–05:500 Hutashana Yoga 04:56–05:500 Krakacha Yoga 04:56–05:50−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:56–05:56
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Krishna Chaturdashi Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri · Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:58
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 08:37 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 14:09 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:55 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:55 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:55 | karana Vishti |
| from 08:37 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 14:09 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 21:03 | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:58 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:08 |
| End of twilight | 20:52 |
| Moonrise | 01:44 |
| Moonset | 20:10 |
| Day length | 15 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:55 | from 08:37 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (04:58–08:37) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:37–20:08) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:55–20:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:55–20:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:17–00:52 (15.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:37–05:00 (15.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 08:37–05:00 (15.08) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:58–08:37
- Bhadra on earth: 07:55–21:03; Bhadra Mukha 07:55–10:07; Bhadra Puchha 19:45–21:04
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:48–04:23 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:05–16:06 |
| Godhuli | 20:08–20:26 |
| Pradosha | 20:08–21:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (15.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 05:57–07:43, 04:19–06:06 (15.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:52–08:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:39–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:27–16:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–14:04, 16:06–17:06 |
| Varjyam | 17:34–19:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:58–07:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:58–07:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:58–07:55 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:58–07:55, 08:25–17:10, 19:02–20:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 08:37, Pushya from 08:37; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 07:55, Krishna-chaturdashi from 07:55; lagna Karka 04:58, Simha 05:24, Kanya 08:25, Tula 11:25, Vrischika 14:26, Dhanu 17:10, Makara 19:02, Kumbha 20:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 08:37) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 08:37) — increase in wealth; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:55–20:08: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 07:55–20:08: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
- Vyatipata 14:09–20:08: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:37–05:00 (15.08)+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:58–14:09+2 Pushya 08:37–05:00 (15.08)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 08:37–05:00 (15.08)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:58–08:37−1 Vyatipata 14:09–05:00 (15.08)−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:55–05:00 (15.08)−3 Bhadra on earth 07:55–21:03
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:00
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 10:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 11:28 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 15:02 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:13 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:13 | tithi Amavasya |
|---|---|
| from 10:13 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 11:28 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 15:02 | yoga Variyana |
| from 23:25 | karana Naga |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:00 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:06 |
| End of twilight | 20:49 |
| Moonrise | 03:01 |
| Moonset | 20:26 |
| Day length | 15 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:13 | from 11:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (05:00–11:28) is good for sowing.
- Shakuni 05:00–10:13: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 10:13–20:06: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:00–10:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:28–05:02 (16.08)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:00–11:28 Anandadi: Ananda 11:28–05:02 (16.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:49–04:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:04–16:04 |
| Godhuli | 20:06–20:24 |
| Pradosha | 20:06–21:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (16.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:19–06:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:20–18:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:47–10:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:01–09:02, 23:40–00:16 (16.08) |
| Varjyam | 01:52–03:39 (16.08) |
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 Pushya until 11:28, Ashlesha from 11:28; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 10:13, Amavasya from 10:13; lagna Karka 05:00, Simha 05:20, Kanya 08:21, Tula 11:21, Vrischika 14:22, Dhanu 17:06, Makara 18:58, Kumbha 20:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 11:28) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 11:28) — physical affliction (suffering); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:00–10:13: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 10:13–20:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vyatipata 05:00–15:02: 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 = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:28–05:02 (16.08)+2 Pushya 05:00–11:28+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:00–11:280 Yoga Variyana 15:02–05:02 (16.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:28–05:02 (16.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 05:00–10:13−3 Vyatipata 05:00–15:02
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Samvartaka Yoga Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Adhika Amavasya · Karkidaka Vavu |
At sunrise 05:02
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 12:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 14:27 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 16:00 more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:38 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:38 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
|---|---|
| from 12:38 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 14:27 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 16:00 | yoga Parigha |
| from 01:52 (17.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:02 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:04 |
| End of twilight | 20:46 |
| Moonrise | 04:20 |
| Moonset | 20:36 |
| Day length | 15 h 01 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 12:38 |
|---|
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 12:38 | from 14:27 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (14:27–20:04) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Naga 05:02–12:38: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 12:38–20:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Adhika Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of the intercalary month: Purushottama Masa ends. Shraddha and charity on this day are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:13 (15.08)–12:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Karkidaka Vavu · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of the month of Karkidakam (Sun in Karka): in Kerala, the main day of ancestor rites (Vavu Bali), with rituals on riverbanks and the seashore.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:13 (15.08)–12:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 12:38–05:04 (17.08)
Anandadi: Chara 14:27–05:04 (17.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:02–14:27
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:42–21:12
- Gandanta (tithi): 12:11–13:04
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:51–04:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:03–16:03 |
| Godhuli | 20:04–20:22 |
| Pradosha | 20:04–21:52 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (17.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:39–14:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:55–08:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:40–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Varjyam | 03:57–05:46 (17.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:38–14:18, 18:54–19:58
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 12:38–14:18, 18:54–19:58 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 12:38–14:18, 18:54–19:58 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:17–17:02, 18:54–19:58 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 14:27, Magha from 14:27; tithi Amavasya until 12:38, Shukla-pratipat from 12:38; lagna Karka 05:02, Simha 05:16, Kanya 08:17, Tula 11:17, Vrischika 14:18, Dhanu 17:02, Makara 18:54, Kumbha 19:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 14:27) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 14:27) — loss of property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 05:02–12:38: 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 = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Yoga Variyana 05:02–16:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chara 14:27–05:04 (17.08)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Parigha 16:00–04:29 (17.08)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:02–14:27−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:02–14:27−1 Samvartaka Yoga 12:38–05:04 (17.08)−3 Amavasya 05:02–12:38
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, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Simha Sankranti · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 05:04
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 15:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 17:28 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 16:59 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:06 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:06 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
|---|---|
| from 15:06 | karana Balava |
| from 16:59 | yoga Shiva |
| from 17:28 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 04:19 (18.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:04 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:01 |
| End of twilight | 20:44 |
| Moonrise | 05:39 |
| Moonset | 20:44 |
| Day length | 14 h 57 min |
Sky
| Simha Sankranti | 11:03 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:06 | from 17:28 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (05:04–17:28) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (17:28–20:01) is good for root crops.
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, 05:04–11:03
on the day the Sun enters the sign
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, 20:01–20:44
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 20:01–20:44
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Musala 05:04–17:28 Anandadi: Gada 17:28–05:06 (18.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:52–04:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:02–16:02 |
| Godhuli | 20:01–20:20 |
| Pradosha | 20:01–21:50 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (18.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:46–16:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:25–16:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:04–06:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:48–10:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:03–11:03, 16:02–17:02 |
| Varjyam | 03:57–05:46, 02:28–04:16 (18.08) |
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 | average 08:13–20:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha until 17:28, Purva-Phalguni from 17:28; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 15:06, Shukla-dvitya from 15:06; lagna Karka 05:04, Simha 05:12, Kanya 08:13, Tula 11:13, Vrischika 14:14, Dhanu 16:58, Makara 18:50, Kumbha 19:54
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 17:28) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 17:28) — ill health; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 11:03 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 15:06–05:06 (18.08)0 Yoga Shiva 16:59–05:06 (18.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:04–17:28−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:04–17:28
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Siddhi, Yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:06
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 20:27 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 17:57 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:32 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:32 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 17:32 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:57 | yoga Siddha |
| from 20:27 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:06 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:59 |
| End of twilight | 20:41 |
| Moonrise | 06:56 |
| Moonset | 20:50 |
| Day length | 14 h 53 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (05:06–19:59) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:06–20:27
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:06–17:32 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 20:27–05:08 (19.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:06–20:27 Anandadi: Shubha 20:27–05:08 (19.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:53–04:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:01–16:01 |
| Godhuli | 19:59–20:17 |
| Pradosha | 19:59–21:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (19.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:15–15:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:41–12:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:16–18:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:58–08:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:05–09:04, 13:02–14:02 |
| Varjyam | 04:30–06:17 (19.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 08:09–14:10, 17:32–19:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 17:32, Shukla-tritya from 17:32; lagna Karka 05:06, Simha 05:08, Kanya 08:09, Tula 11:09, Vrischika 14:10, Dhanu 16:54, Makara 18:46, Kumbha 19:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:06–20:27+1 Yoga Shiva 05:06–17:57+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:06–17:32+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:06–20:270 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:06–17:32 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:06–20:27
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Hariyali Teej |
At sunrise 05:08
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 19:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 23:17 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 18:48 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 06:42 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:42 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 18:48 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 19:50 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 19:50 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:17 | nakshatra Hasta |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:08 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:57 |
| End of twilight | 20:38 |
| Moonrise | 08:11 |
| Moonset | 20:55 |
| Day length | 14 h 48 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 19:50 |
|---|
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 (05:08–19:57) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Hariyali Teej · Shiva and Parvati
The festival of the reunion of Shiva and Parvati in the rainy season: women in green clothes fast for marital happiness, swing on swings and sing songs.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 17:32 (18.08)–19:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:50–05:10 (20.08) Ravi Yoga 23:17–05:10 (20.08)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:08–19:50 Yamaghanta 23:17–05:10 (20.08)
Anandadi: Utpata 05:08–23:17 Anandadi: Mrityu 23:17–05:10 (20.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:55–04:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:00–16:00 |
| Godhuli | 19:57–20:15 |
| Pradosha | 19:57–21:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (20.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:14–17:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:50–10:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:23–16:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:08–06:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:08–06:07, 06:07–07:06 |
| Varjyam | 04:30–06:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:08–19:50
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:08–19:50 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:08–19:50 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:08–19:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-tritya until 19:50, Shukla-chaturti from 19:50; lagna Simha 05:08, Kanya 08:05, Tula 11:05, Vrischika 14:06, Dhanu 16:50, Makara 18:42, Kumbha 19:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 19:50–19:57: 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 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 05:08–18:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:08–23:17+1 Auspicious tithi 05:08–19:500 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:50–05:10 (20.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Rikta tithi 19:50–05:10 (20.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:08–19:50−3 Anandadi: Utpata 05:08–23:17
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 — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 08:53 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 05:10
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 01:51 (21.08) more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 19:28 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:53 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:53 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 19:28 | yoga Shubha |
| from 21:52 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 21:52 | karana Bava |
| from 01:51 (21.08) | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:28 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:10 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:54 |
| End of twilight | 20:36 |
| Moonrise | 09:26 |
| Moonset | 21:01 |
| Day length | 14 h 44 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (05:10–19:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:53–19:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:04–14:00
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:10–21:52 Ravi Yoga 05:10–01:51 (21.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:10–01:51 (21.08)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–21:52 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 21:52–01:51 (21.08)
Anandadi: Manasa 05:10–01:51 (21.08) Anandadi: Padma 01:51–05:12 (21.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:53–21:52; Bhadra Mukha 08:51–11:01; Bhadra Puchha 20:34–21:52
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:56–04:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–15:58 |
| Godhuli | 19:54–20:13 |
| Pradosha | 19:54–21:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:52 (21.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:13–20:59 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:04–19:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:13–18:04 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:56–18:55 |
| Varjyam | 08:35–10:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:01–16:46, 18:38–19:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Simha 05:10, Kanya 08:01, Tula 11:01, Vrischika 14:02, Dhanu 16:46, Makara 18:38, Kumbha 19:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 05:10–19:54: 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 08:53
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:10–21:52+2 Ravi Yoga 05:10–01:51 (21.08)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 05:10–01:51 (21.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:10–01:51 (21.08)+1 Yoga Sadhya 05:10–19:280 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–21:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Rikta tithi 05:10–21:52−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:53–21:52
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: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Anandadi: Mudgara |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Naga Panchami · Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 05:12
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 23:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 04:01 (22.08) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:50 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:45 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:45 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 19:50 | yoga Shukla |
| from 23:30 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 23:30 | karana Kaulava |
| from 04:01 (22.08) | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:30 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:12 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:52 |
| End of twilight | 20:33 |
| Moonrise | 10:43 |
| Moonset | 21:07 |
| Day length | 14 h 40 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 |
|---|
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 (05:12–19:52) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Naga Panchami · Nagas
Worship of the Nagas, the serpent deities: milk is offered to their images, and the earth is neither ploughed nor dug. According to the Mahabharata, on this day the snake sacrifice of King Janamejaya was stopped.
Rule: purvahna vyapini: before noon, 05:12–12:32
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:01–05:14 (22.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:12–04:01 (22.08) Hutashana Yoga 23:30–05:14 (22.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:30–05:14 (22.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 04:01–05:14 (22.08) Anandadi: Mudgara 05:12–04:01 (22.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 23:05–23:56
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:57–04:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:57 |
| Godhuli | 19:52–20:11 |
| Pradosha | 19:52–21:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (22.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:03–22:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:02–08:52 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:42–12:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:22–16:12 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:01–14:00, 15:57–16:56 |
| Varjyam | 10:35–12:19 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:57–13:58, 18:34–19:38
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 07:57–13:58, 18:34–19:38 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:57–13:58, 18:34–19:38 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:57–16:42, 18:34–19:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Simha 05:12, Kanya 07:57, Tula 10:57, Vrischika 13:58, Dhanu 16:42, Makara 18:34, Kumbha 19:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 05:12–19:50+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:12–04:01 (22.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:12–23:300 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:12–04:01 (22.08)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:12–04:01 (22.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 05:14
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:36 (23.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 05:38 (23.08) more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 19:47 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:08 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:08 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 19:47 | yoga Brahma |
| from 00:36 (23.08) | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 00:36 (23.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:14 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:49 |
| End of twilight | 20:30 |
| Moonrise | 12:03 |
| Moonset | 21:14 |
| Day length | 14 h 35 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 |
|---|
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 (05:14–19:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:30 (21.08)–00:36 (23.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–00:36 (23.08) Hutashana Yoga 00:36–05:16 (23.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:36–05:16 (23.08)
Anandadi: Dhwaja all day
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:59–04:36 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:56 |
| Godhuli | 19:49–20:08 |
| Pradosha | 19:49–21:43 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (23.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:14–21:57 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:10–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:53–10:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:31–14:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:09–09:07, 23:36–00:14 (23.08) |
| Varjyam | 10:00–11:42 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:53–13:55, 18:30–19:35
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:53–13:55, 18:30–19:35 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:53–13:55, 18:30–19:35 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:53–16:38, 18:30–19:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Simha 05:14, Kanya 07:53, Tula 10:53, Vrischika 13:55, Dhanu 16:38, Makara 18:30, Kumbha 19:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Shukla 05:14–19:470 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–00:36 (23.08) (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 | Best day — Yoga Brahma, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 19:14 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:16
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 01:01 (24.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 05:38 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 19:14 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 12:54 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:38 | nakshatra Vishakha |
|---|---|
| from 12:54 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:14 | yoga Indra |
| from 01:01 (24.08) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 01:01 (24.08) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:16 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:47 |
| End of twilight | 20:28 |
| Moonrise | 13:28 |
| Moonset | 21:25 |
| Day length | 14 h 31 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 05:38 |
|---|
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 (05:16–05:38) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (05:38–19:47) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:16–05:38 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:16–01:01 (24.08)
Hutashana Yoga 01:01–05:18 (24.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:01–05:18 (24.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:38–05:18 (24.08) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:16–05:38
- Bhadra in heaven: 01:01–12:57 (24.08); Bhadra Puchha 02:48–03:59 (24.08); Bhadra Mukha 03:59–05:57 (24.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:00–04:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:55 |
| Godhuli | 19:47–20:06 |
| Pradosha | 19:47–21:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (24.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:25–23:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:31–14:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:04–08:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:42–12:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Varjyam | 11:27–13:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati until 05:38, Vishakha from 05:38; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Simha 05:16, Kanya 07:49, Tula 10:49, Vrischika 13:51, Dhanu 16:34, Makara 18:26, Kumbha 19:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 05:38) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 05:38) — loss of money; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 19:14
+2 Yoga Brahma 05:16–19:14+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:16–01:01 (24.08)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:38–05:18 (24.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:16–05:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:16–01:01 (24.08)0 Ravi Yoga 05:16–05:380 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:16–05:38
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 05:18
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 00:41 (25.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 06:34 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 18:06 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:57 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:34 | nakshatra Anuradha |
|---|---|
| from 12:57 | karana Bava |
| from 18:06 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 00:41 (25.08) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 00:41 (25.08) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:18 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:44 |
| End of twilight | 20:25 |
| Moonrise | 14:57 |
| Moonset | 21:42 |
| Day length | 14 h 26 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 06:34 |
|---|
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, Vishakha (05:18–06:34) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (06:34–19:44) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:18–12:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:01–00:41 (25.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–05:19 (25.08)
Krakacha Yoga 05:18–00:41 (25.08) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:18–00:41 (25.08) Hutashana Yoga 00:41–05:19 (25.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:41–05:19 (25.08)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:18–06:34 Anandadi: Ananda 06:34–05:19 (25.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 01:01–12:57; Bhadra Puchha 02:48–03:59; Bhadra Mukha 03:59–05:57
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:01–04:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:53 |
| Godhuli | 19:44–20:04 |
| Pradosha | 19:44–21:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (25.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:15–21:52 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:19–16:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:18–07:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:54–10:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:06–11:04, 15:53–16:51 |
| Varjyam | 10:35–12:12 |
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 07:45–16:31, 18:22–19:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Vishakha until 06:34, Anuradha from 06:34; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Simha 05:18, Kanya 07:45, Tula 10:46, Vrischika 13:47, Dhanu 16:31, Makara 18:22, Kumbha 19:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 06:34) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 06:34) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 05:18–19:44: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Vaidhriti 18:06–19:44: 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
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:34–05:19 (25.08)+2 Yoga Indra 05:18–18:06+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:34–05:19 (25.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:34–05:19 (25.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:18–00:41 (25.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vaidhriti 18:06–05:19 (25.08)−1 Ashtami 05:18–00:41 (25.08)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:18–12:57−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:18–00:41 (25.08)
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 — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Varalakshmi Vrat |
At sunrise 05:19
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 23:32 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 06:44 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 16:20 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:13 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:44 | nakshatra Jyestha |
|---|---|
| from 12:13 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:20 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 23:32 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 23:32 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:19 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:42 |
| End of twilight | 20:22 |
| Moonrise | 16:25 |
| Moonset | 22:11 |
| Day length | 14 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:44 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (05:19–06:44) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (06:44–19:42) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
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
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:19–06:44 Ravi Yoga 06:44–05:21 (26.08)
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:19–23:32 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:44–05:21 (26.08) Hutashana Yoga 23:32–05:21 (26.08)
Anandadi: Chara 06:44–05:21 (26.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:19–06:44
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:21–11:51 (26.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:03–04:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:52 |
| Godhuli | 19:42–20:01 |
| Pradosha | 19:42–21:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (26.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:33–23:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:43–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:06–17:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:07–08:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:12–09:09, 12:59–13:57 |
| Varjyam | 12:11–13:45 |
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 05:19–06:44, 07:41–16:27, 18:18–19:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha until 06:44, Jyestha from 06:44; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Simha 05:19, Kanya 07:41, Tula 10:42, Vrischika 13:43, Dhanu 16:27, Makara 18:18, Kumbha 19:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 06:44) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 06:44) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 05:19–19:42: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 05:19–16:20: 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).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:44–05:21 (26.08)+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:44–05:21 (26.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:19–06:44+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:19–06:440 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:44–05:21 (26.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:19–23:32 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:19–06:44−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:44–05:21 (26.08)−2 Rikta tithi 05:19–23:32−3 Vaidhriti 05:19–16:20
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 tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:21
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 21:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 06:07 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 13:56 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:41 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:07 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 10:41 | karana Gara |
| from 13:56 | yoga Priti |
| from 21:38 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 21:38 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:46 (27.08) | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:21 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:39 |
| End of twilight | 20:20 |
| Moonrise | 17:43 |
| Moonset | 23:00 |
| Day length | 14 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 10, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (05:21–06:07) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (06:07–19:39) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:21–04:46 (27.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:21–21:38 Hutashana Yoga 21:38–05:23 (27.08)
Anandadi: Matanga 04:46–05:23 (27.08) Anandadi: Musala 05:21–06:07 Anandadi: Gada 06:07–04:46 (27.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:21–11:51
- Gandanta (tithi): 21:16–22:00
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:04–04:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:51 |
| Godhuli | 19:39–19:59 |
| Pradosha | 19:39–21:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (27.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:43–00:14 (27.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:56–10:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:18–16:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:21–07:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:21–06:19, 06:19–07:16 |
| Varjyam | 03:15–04:46 (27.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:38–13:39, 18:15–19:19
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:38–13:39, 18:15–19:19 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:38–13:39, 18:15–19:19 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:38–16:23, 18:15–19:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha until 06:07, Mula from 06:07; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Simha 05:21, Kanya 07:38, Tula 10:38, Vrischika 13:39, Dhanu 16:23, Makara 18:15, Kumbha 19:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 06:07) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 06:07) — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:21–04:46 (27.08)+1 Auspicious tithi 05:21–21:380 Yoga Priti 13:56–05:23 (27.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:21–21:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:07–04:46 (27.08)−1 Gandanta 05:21–11:51−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:21–21:38−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:21–06:07
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Yoga Priti; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Putrada Ekadashi (Pavitra) |
At sunrise 05:23
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 19:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 02:45 (28.08) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 10:56 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:25 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:25 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 10:56 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 19:03 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 19:03 | karana Bava |
| from 02:45 (28.08) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:23 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:37 |
| End of twilight | 20:17 |
| Moonrise | 18:40 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 14 h 13 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 19:03 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (05:23–19:37) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:25–19:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi (Pavitra) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the bright half of Shravana: the fast is observed for the birth and well-being of children, and Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:38 (26.08)–19:03
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:25–08:15 (28.08)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:45–05:25 (28.08) Tripushkar Yoga 02:45–05:25 (28.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–19:03 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:03–05:25 (28.08) Hutashana Yoga 19:03–05:25 (28.08) Krakacha Yoga 19:03–05:25 (28.08)
Anandadi: Shubha 05:23–02:45 (28.08) Anandadi: Amrita 02:45–05:25 (28.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:25–19:03; Bhadra Puchha 12:37–13:41; Bhadra Mukha 13:41–15:28
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 | 04:05–04:44 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:49 |
| Godhuli | 19:37–19:57 |
| Pradosha | 19:37–21:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (28.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:21–23:49 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:50–19:37 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:30–14:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:04–17:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:43–18:40 |
| Varjyam | 13:33–15:01 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:34–13:35, 18:11–19:03
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:34–13:35, 18:11–19:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 07:34–13:35, 18:11–19:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:23–19:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 19:03, Shukla-dvadashi from 19:03; lagna Simha 05:23, Kanya 07:34, Tula 10:34, Vrischika 13:35, Dhanu 16:19, Makara 18:11, Kumbha 19:15
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Shubha 05:23–02:45 (28.08)+1 Yoga Priti 05:23–10:56+1 Auspicious tithi 05:23–19:030 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 02:45–05:25 (28.08)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:03–05:25 (28.08)0 Hutashana Yoga 19:03–05:25 (28.08)0 Krakacha Yoga 19:03–05:25 (28.08)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:23–02:45 (28.08)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:23–19:03−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:25–19:03
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha · Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 05:25
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 15:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 00:13 (29.08) more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 07:26 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 05:31 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:31 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 07:26 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 15:53 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 15:53 | karana Kaulava |
| from 00:13 (29.08) | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 02:08 (29.08) | karana Taitila |
| from 03:31 (29.08) | yoga Shobhana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:25 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:34 |
| End of twilight | 20:14 |
| Moonrise | 19:14 |
| Moonset | 00:16 |
| Day length | 14 h 09 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 15:53 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (05:25–19:34) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:34–21:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 00:13–05:27 (29.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:13–05:27 (29.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:25–15:53
Anandadi: Siddhi 01:38–05:27 (29.08) Anandadi: Mrityu 05:25–18:53 Anandadi: Kana 18:53–01:38 (29.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:07–04:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:48 |
| Godhuli | 19:34–19:54 |
| Pradosha | 19:34–21:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:51 (29.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:29–19:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:11–08:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:44–12:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:16–16:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:55, 15:48–16:45 |
| Varjyam | 09:54–11:20, 03:44–05:08 (29.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:30–13:31, 18:07–19:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:30–13:31, 18:07–19:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 07:30–13:31, 18:07–19:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:30–16:15, 18:07–19:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 15:53, Shukla-triodashi from 15:53; lagna Simha 05:25, Kanya 07:30, Tula 10:30, Vrischika 13:31, Dhanu 16:15, Makara 18:07, Kumbha 19:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −2
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: Mrityu
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:25–00:13 (29.08)+1 Yoga Ayushman 05:25–07:26+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 15:53–05:27 (29.08)0 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:25–15:53−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:25–18:53
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, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 12:18 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Onam (Thiruvonam) |
At sunrise 05:27
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 12:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 21:20 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 23:20 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 12:18 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:18 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 12:18 | karana Gara |
| from 21:20 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 22:24 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:20 | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:27 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:32 |
| End of twilight | 20:12 |
| Moonrise | 19:35 |
| Moonset | 01:54 |
| Day length | 14 h 04 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 12:18 |
|---|
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 (05:27–19:32) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 12:18–19:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Onam (Thiruvonam) · Vamana and King Mahabali
The main festival of Kerala — the return of the good King Mahabali, whom Vamana sent to the netherworld. It is celebrated on the day of the Thiruvonam (Shravana) nakshatra in the solar month of Chingam: pookalam flower carpets, the Onasadya feast and boat races.
Rule: nakshatra 6 ghatis after sunrise, 07:51
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:27–12:18 Ravi Yoga 05:27–21:20
Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:27–21:20 Anandadi: Utpata 21:20–05:29 (30.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:08–04:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:47 |
| Godhuli | 19:32–19:52 |
| Pradosha | 19:32–21:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:50 (30.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:11–13:35 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:01–17:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:58–10:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:30–14:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:16–09:12, 23:31–00:11 (30.08) |
| Varjyam | 00:49–02:13 (30.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:27–12:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:27–12:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 07:26–12:18 |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:27–12:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:27–16:11, 18:03–19:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 12:18, Shukla-chaturdashi from 12:18; lagna Simha 05:27, Kanya 07:26, Tula 10:26, Vrischika 13:27, Dhanu 16:11, Makara 18:03, Kumbha 19:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 12:18–19:32: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 12:18
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:27–21:20+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:27–12:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:27–21:20+1 Yoga Shobhana 05:27–23:20+1 Auspicious tithi 05:27–12:180 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:27–21:20−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 12:18–05:29 (30.08)
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 — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Raksha Bandhan · Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima) |
At sunrise 05:29
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 08:28 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 18:16 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 19:02 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:28 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:28 | tithi Purnima (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 08:28 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:16 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 18:32 | karana Bava |
| from 19:02 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 04:35 (31.08) | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 04:35 (31.08) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:29 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:29 |
| End of twilight | 20:09 |
| Moonrise | 19:48 |
| Moonset | 03:39 |
| Day length | 14 h 00 min |
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 08:28 | from 18:16 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (18:16–19:29) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:28–18:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:29–08:28: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
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: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:29–21:30
Aparahna is occupied by Bhadra — the rite is performed in Pradosha
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 08:28–04:35 (31.08)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:29–18:16 Samvartaka Yoga 04:35–05:31 (31.08)
Anandadi: Mitra 05:29–18:16 Anandadi: Manasa 18:16–05:31 (31.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 08:28–18:32; Bhadra Puchha 15:01–16:01; Bhadra Mukha 16:01–17:42
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:48–08:08 (03.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 04:15–04:55 (31.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:09–04:49 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:45 |
| Godhuli | 19:29–19:49 |
| Pradosha | 19:29–21:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (31.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:12–10:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:29–14:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:14–08:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:44–12:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Varjyam | 00:34–01:58 (31.08) |
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 08:28–16:07, 17:59–19:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 18:16, Shatabhisha from 18:16; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 08:28, Purnima from 08:28; lagna Simha 05:29, Kanya 07:22, Tula 10:22, Vrischika 13:23, Dhanu 16:07, Makara 17:59, Kumbha 19:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 18:16) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 18:16) — gaining strength; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:29–08:28: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 08:28–19:29: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 08:28–18:32: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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, Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 05:29–18:16+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:29–18:16+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Sukarma 19:02–05:31 (31.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka 07:48–05:31 (31.08)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 05:29–08:28−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:29–18:16−3 Bhadra on earth 08:28–18:32
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Vajra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:31
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 00:49 (01.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 15:14 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 14:45 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 14:40 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:40 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 14:45 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 15:14 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 00:49 (01.09) | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 00:49 (01.09) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:31 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:27 |
| End of twilight | 20:06 |
| Moonrise | 19:58 |
| Moonset | 05:22 |
| Day length | 13 h 55 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 04:35 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (05:31–15:14) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (15:14–19:27) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Vajra 05:31–15:14 Anandadi: Mudgara 15:14–05:33 (01.09)
- Dosha-free Panchaka: 07:48 (30.08)–08:08 (03.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:11–04:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:44 |
| Godhuli | 19:27–19:47 |
| Pradosha | 19:27–21:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (01.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:57–10:21, 05:22–06:47 (01.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:13–15:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:31–07:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:00–10:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:10–11:05, 15:44–16:40 |
| Varjyam | 20:53–22:18 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:31–15:14, 17:55–18:59
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:31–15:14, 17:55–18:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:31–15:14, 17:55–18:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:18–15:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 15:14, Purva-Bhadra from 15:14; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Simha 05:31, Kanya 07:18, Tula 10:18, Vrischika 13:19, Dhanu 16:03, Makara 17:55, Kumbha 18:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 15:14) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 15:14) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 Auspicious nakshatra 05:31–15:14+1 Yoga Sukarma 05:31–14:45+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:31–00:49 (01.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:14–05:33 (01.09)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 05:31–15:14−1 Panchaka all day
Patron: Shridhara; Aditya — Indra. Full moon in nakshatra Shravana. Ritu: Varsha.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
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: Nala (No. 50)
Shaka Samvat 1945 · Vikram Samvat 2080 · Kali Yuga 5124
Next year — Krodhi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 8.04.2024
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
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).
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The 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 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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 Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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: 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.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-pratipat
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).
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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: 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.
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: 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 Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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).
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: 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
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.
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
Auspicious: 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.
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 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.
“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-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): 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: 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.
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 Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
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.
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.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: 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: 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
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-saptami
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Deity: 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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-navami
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
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: 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)
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra 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-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
+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.
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)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
−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.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
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).
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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
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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Shridhara; Aditya — Indra. Full moon in nakshatra Shravana. Ritu: Varsha.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
+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: 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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
“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.
If an Amrita Siddhi day falls on a tithi “forbidden” for it (Sun — 5, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11), the nectar turns into poison (visha): the day is unfavourable for any new undertaking.
+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: 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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: 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): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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)
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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)
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.