August 2030 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Shravana (until 28.08), Bhadrapada (from 29.08). Periods: all month — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 13.08 Raksha Bandhan; 21.08 Krishna Janmashtami.
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
- 4.08 Sun — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Manasa after 11:56
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 8.08 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Brahma, Ravi Yoga until 16:51
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 11.08 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha after 11:33 until 18:20
Uttara-Ashadha (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 12.08 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi after 15:54
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 21.08 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Yoga Dhruva after 17:31
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 26.08 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Prajapati after 11:55
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Festivals
- 2.08 Fri Hariyali Teej
- 2.08 Fri Chandra Darshan
- 3.08 Sat Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 4.08 Sun Naga Panchami
- 4.08 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 5.08 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 7.08 Wed Masik Durgashtami
- 9.08 Fri Shravana Putrada Ekadashi (Pavitra)
- 9.08 Fri Varalakshmi Vrat
- 10.08 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 12.08 Mon Shravana Somvar
- 13.08 Tue Raksha Bandhan
- 13.08 Tue Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima)
- 16.08 Fri Kajari Teej
- 16.08 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Heramba)
- 17.08 Sat Simha Sankranti
- 20.08 Tue Kalashtami
- 21.08 Wed Krishna Janmashtami
- 22.08 Thu Nandotsava, Dahi Handi
- 24.08 Sat Aja Ekadashi (Annada)
- 26.08 Mon Soma Pradosha
- 27.08 Tue Masik Shivaratri
- 28.08 Wed Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola)
- 31.08 Sat Hartalika Teej
- 31.08 Sat Chandra Darshan
Special muhurta yogas
- 4.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:40–21:41
- 4.08 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:56–21:41
- 7.08 Wed Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08)
- 7.08 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08)
- 8.08 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:47–16:51
- 11.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:33–04:55 (12.08)
- 12.08 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:52–04:57 (13.08)
- 18.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:01–05:08 (19.08)
- 20.08 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:53–05:12 (21.08)
- 20.08 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 13:53–15:02
- 21.08 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 24.08 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 01:27–05:20 (25.08)
- 25.08 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08)
- 25.08 Sun Ravi Pushya Yoga 03:25–05:22 (26.08)
- 25.08 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:25–05:22 (26.08)
- 26.08 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:22–04:45 (27.08)
- 27.08 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
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
- 7.08 Wed — Kshaya tithi, Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi
- 9.08 Fri — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Vishti (Bhadra)
- 10.08 Sat — Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Gada
- 17.08 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Sankranti day, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
- 22.08 Thu — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Anandadi: Utpata, Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
- 24.08 Sat — Hutashana Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 25.08 Sun — Vyatipata, Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga
- 27.08 Tue — Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 28.08 Wed — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Gandanta
- 31.08 Sat — Anandadi: Mrityu, Yamaghanta, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) (unfavourable day)
Sky this month
- 13.08 Full moon (Purnima) 13:44
- 17.08 Simha Sankranti 06:12 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo)
- 29.08 New moon (Amavasya) 02:07
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- 13.08 19:48 – 18.08 09:01 Agni Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Sadharana (No. 44, “ordinary”) — An ordinary year: average harvests and moderate changes, without extremes. more
Northern samvatsara: Rudhirodgari. Shaka Samvat 1952, Vikram Samvat 2087, Kali Yuga 5131.
Shravana (Nabhas) — The month of Shiva and the rains: Shravana Somvars (Mondays), Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan; in the dark half — Krishna Janmashtami. more
Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. more
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Variyana, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Musala |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:34
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 14:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 22:26 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 00:44 (02.08) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:31 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:31 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 14:31 | karana Taitila |
| from 22:26 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 00:44 (02.08) | yoga Parigha |
| from 02:19 (02.08) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:34 |
| Noon | 12:36 |
| Sunset | 20:36 |
| End of twilight | 21:23 |
| Moonrise | 07:07 |
| Moonset | 20:39 |
| Day length | 16 h 01 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 14:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (04:34–20:36) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 22:26–04:36 (02.08)
Anandadi: Musala 04:34–22:26 Anandadi: Gada 22:26–04:36 (02.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:31–04:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:15–16:19 |
| Godhuli | 20:36–20:52 |
| Pradosha | 20:36–22:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (02.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:59–21:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:35–16:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:34–06:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:35–10:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:55–10:59, 16:19–17:23 |
| Varjyam | 10:12–11:50 |
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 04:34–06:14, 09:15–20:36 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 14:31, Shukla-tritya from 14:31; lagna Karka 04:34, Simha 06:14, Kanya 09:15, Tula 12:15, Vrischika 15:17, Dhanu 18:00, Makara 19:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Variyana 04:34–00:44 (02.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:34–14:310 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:34–22:26−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:34–22:26
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — after 11:58; auspicious time — until 14:01 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Hariyali Teej · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 04:36
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 22:32 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 23:11 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:01 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:01 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
|---|---|
| from 14:01 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:32 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 23:11 | yoga Shiva |
| from 01:37 (03.08) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:36 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:34 |
| End of twilight | 21:21 |
| Moonrise | 08:25 |
| Moonset | 20:54 |
| Day length | 15 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:01 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (04:36–20:34) is good for root crops.
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 14:31 (01.08)–14:01
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 20:34–20:54
on the first evenings the crescent sets almost together with the Sun (northern latitudes) — the day is chosen by the Yallop crescent visibility criterion
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 20:34–20:54
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:36–22:32 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:36–22:32
Anandadi: Siddhi 04:36–22:32 Anandadi: Shubha 22:32–04:38 (03.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 01:37–04:30 (03.08); Bhadra Mukha 01:35–03:30 (03.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:30–13:09 (03.08); Bhadra Puchha 11:59–13:09 (03.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:32–04:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:14–16:18 |
| Godhuli | 20:34–20:50 |
| Pradosha | 20:34–22:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:20–00:52 (03.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:06–17:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:35–12:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:34–18:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:36–08:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:48–08:51, 13:07–14:11 |
| Varjyam | 06:28–08:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:36–14:01
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:36–14:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:36–14:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:36–17:56, 19:48–20:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-tritya until 14:01, Shukla-chaturti from 14:01; lagna Karka 04:36, Simha 06:10, Kanya 09:11, Tula 12:11, Vrischika 15:13, Dhanu 17:56, Makara 19:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 14:01–20:34: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:58
Auspicious time ends by 14:01
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:36–22:32+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:36–22:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:36–14:01+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:36–22:320 Chaturmasya−1 Rikta tithi 14:01–04:38 (03.08)−1 Yoga Parigha 04:36–11:58−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:36–22:32
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: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 04:38
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 13:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 22:16 more |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 21:21 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:09 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:09 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
|---|---|
| from 13:09 | karana Bava |
| from 21:21 | yoga Siddha |
| from 22:16 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 00:35 (04.08) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:38 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:32 |
| End of twilight | 21:18 |
| Moonrise | 09:45 |
| Moonset | 21:10 |
| Day length | 15 h 53 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 13:09 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (04:38–20:32) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:38–13:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:59–13:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:38–13:09 Ravi Yoga 08:27–22:16
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:09–04:40 (04.08) Yamaghanta 22:16–04:40 (04.08)
Anandadi: Utpata 04:38–22:16 Anandadi: Mrityu 22:16–04:40 (04.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:30–13:09; Bhadra Puchha 11:59–13:09
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:33–04:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:07 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:14–16:17 |
| Godhuli | 20:32–20:48 |
| Pradosha | 20:32–22:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (04.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:09–16:44 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:36–10:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:34–16:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:38–06:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:38–05:41, 05:41–06:45 |
| Varjyam | 05:39–07:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:09–20:32
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 | average 13:09–20:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 13:09–20:32 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:38–06:06, 09:07–20:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 13:09, Shukla-panchami from 13:09; lagna Karka 04:38, Simha 06:06, Kanya 09:07, Tula 12:08, Vrischika 15:09, Dhanu 17:52, Makara 19:44
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 04:38–13:09: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:27–22:16+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:38–22:16+1 Yoga Shiva 04:38–21:210 Auspicious tithi 13:09–04:40 (04.08)0 Anandadi: Utpata 04:38–22:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:09–04:40 (04.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:38–13:09 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 04:38–13:09−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:38–13:09
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, Yoga Siddha; auspicious time — after 11:56 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Naga Panchami · Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 04:40
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 11:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 21:41 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 19:16 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 11:56 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:56 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 11:56 | karana Kaulava |
| from 19:16 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 21:41 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 23:13 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:40 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:30 |
| End of twilight | 21:16 |
| Moonrise | 11:06 |
| Moonset | 21:27 |
| Day length | 15 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:56 |
|---|
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, Hasta (04:40–20:30) is good for sowing, 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, 04:40–11:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 11:56–04:42 (05.08)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:40–21:41 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:56–21:41 Ravi Yoga 21:41–04:42 (05.08)
Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 04:40–11:56 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:56–04:42 (05.08)
Anandadi: Manasa 04:40–21:41 Anandadi: Padma 21:41–04:42 (05.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:33–12:19
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:35–04:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:13–16:16 |
| Godhuli | 20:30–20:46 |
| Pradosha | 20:30–22:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (05.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:50–17:24 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:31–20:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:35–14:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:32–18:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:23–19:26 |
| Varjyam | 06:28–08:01 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:40–15:05, 19:40–20:30
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:40–15:05, 19:40–20:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:40–15:05, 19:40–20:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:40–17:48, 19:40–20:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-panchami until 11:56, Shukla-shashti from 11:56; lagna Karka 04:40, Simha 06:03, Kanya 09:03, Tula 12:04, Vrischika 15:05, Dhanu 17:48, Makara 19:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:56
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:56–21:41+2 Yoga Siddha 04:40–19:16+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:40–21:41+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:40–21:41+1 Auspicious tithi 04:40–11:560 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:56–04:42 (05.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:40–21:41 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 11:56–04:42 (05.08)−3 Amrita Siddhi turned to poison 04:40–11:56
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 | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 10:26 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:42
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 10:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 20:50 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 16:56 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:26 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:26 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 10:26 | karana Gara |
| from 16:56 | yoga Shubha |
| from 20:50 | nakshatra Swati |
| from 21:36 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:55 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:42 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:28 |
| End of twilight | 21:14 |
| Moonrise | 12:29 |
| Moonset | 21:48 |
| Day length | 15 h 45 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 3, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:26 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (04:42–20:28) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:42–20:50
Hutashana Yoga 04:42–10:26 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:42–10:26 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:42–20:50 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:26–04:43 (06.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 20:50–04:43 (06.08) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:42–20:50
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:36–04:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:12–16:15 |
| Godhuli | 20:28–20:44 |
| Pradosha | 20:28–22:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (06.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:40–16:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:40–08:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:36–12:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:33–16:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:06–14:09, 16:15–17:18 |
| Varjyam | 05:24–06:57, 02:10–03:42 (06.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:26–15:01, 19:36–20:28
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 | good 10:26–15:01, 19:36–20:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:26–15:01, 19:36–20:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 04:42–05:59, 09:00–17:45, 19:36–20:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-shashti until 10:26, Shukla-saptami from 10:26; lagna Karka 04:42, Simha 05:59, Kanya 09:00, Tula 12:00, Vrischika 15:01, Dhanu 17:45, Makara 19:36
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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 10:26
+2 Ravi Yoga 04:42–20:50+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:42–20:50+1 Yoga Sadhya 04:42–16:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 10:26–04:43 (06.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:42–20:50 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:42–10:26 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:26–04:43 (06.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:42–10:26 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:42–20:50−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:42–10:26
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, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:43
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:41 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 19:44 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 14:24 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 08:41 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:41 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 08:41 | karana Vishti |
| from 14:24 | yoga Shukla |
| from 19:42 | karana Bava |
| from 19:44 | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 03:57 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:43 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:25 |
| End of twilight | 21:11 |
| Moonrise | 13:53 |
| Moonset | 22:16 |
| Day length | 15 h 41 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 08:41 | from 19:44 |
|---|
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, Swati (04:43–19:44) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (19:44–20:25) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:41–19:42: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–04:45 (07.08)
Hutashana Yoga 04:43–08:41 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:43–08:41
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:43–19:44 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 19:44–04:45 (07.08)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:41–19:42; Bhadra Puchha 10:20–11:26; Bhadra Mukha 11:26–13:16
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:37–04:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:11–16:14 |
| Godhuli | 20:25–20:42 |
| Pradosha | 20:25–22:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:19–00:52 (07.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:20–12:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:30–18:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:39–10:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:34–14:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:52–08:55, 23:45–00:19 (07.08) |
| Varjyam | 01:01–02:31 (07.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:43–08:41
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:43–08:41 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 04:43–08:41 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:43–08:41, 08:56–17:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Swati until 19:44, Vishakha from 19:44; tithi Shukla-saptami until 08:41, Shukla-ashtami from 08:41; lagna Karka 04:43, Simha 05:55, Kanya 08:56, Tula 11:56, Vrischika 14:57, Dhanu 17:41, Makara 19:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 19:44) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 19:44) — loss of money; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 08:41–20:25: 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:43–14:24+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–04:45 (07.08)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:43–19:44+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:43–19:44+1 Auspicious tithi 04:43–08:410 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 08:41–04:45 (07.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:43–08:41−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:43–08:41−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:41–19:42
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 04:45
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 06:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 2 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 18:23 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 11:41 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 06:40 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:40 | tithi Shukla-navami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:40 | karana Balava |
| from 11:41 | yoga Brahma |
| from 17:35 | karana Kaulava |
| from 18:23 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 04:27 (08.08) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 04:27 (08.08) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:45 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:23 |
| End of twilight | 21:09 |
| Moonrise | 15:14 |
| Moonset | 22:53 |
| Day length | 15 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:40 | from 18:23 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:45–18:23) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (18:23–20:23) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:41 (06.08)–06:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08) Ravi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08)
Hutashana Yoga 04:45–06:40 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–06:40 Krakacha Yoga 06:40–04:27 (08.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:45–18:23 Anandadi: Saumya 18:23–04:47 (08.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:39–04:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:11–16:13 |
| Godhuli | 20:23–20:40 |
| Pradosha | 20:23–22:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (08.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:05–11:35 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:34–14:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:43–08:40 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:37–12:34 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:06 |
| Varjyam | 22:08–23:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:45–05:51, 08:52–17:37, 18:23–20:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Vishakha until 18:23, Anuradha from 18:23; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 06:40, Shukla-navami from 06:40; lagna Karka 04:45, Simha 05:51, Kanya 08:52, Tula 11:52, Vrischika 14:53, Dhanu 17:37, Makara 19:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 18:23) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 18:23) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 04:45–06:40: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 06:40–20:23: 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 Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Yoga Brahma 11:41–04:47 (08.08)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:45–18:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08)0 Ravi Yoga 18:23–04:47 (08.08)0 Auspicious nakshatra 18:23–04:47 (08.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 04:45–06:400 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:45–06:40−2 Rikta tithi 06:40–04:27 (08.08)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:40–04:27 (08.08)
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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Brahma; auspicious time — until 16:51 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:47
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 02:03 (09.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 16:51 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 08:47 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:16 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:47 | yoga Indra |
|---|---|
| from 15:16 | karana Gara |
| from 16:51 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 02:03 (09.08) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 02:03 (09.08) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:47 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:21 |
| End of twilight | 21:06 |
| Moonrise | 16:27 |
| Moonset | 23:43 |
| Day length | 15 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 1, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:51 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:47–16:51) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (16:51–20:21) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:47–16:51 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:47–02:03 (09.08) Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Ananda 04:47–16:51 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:51–04:49 (09.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:41–02:24 (09.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:40–04:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:10–16:12 |
| Godhuli | 20:21–20:38 |
| Pradosha | 20:21–22:03 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (09.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:07–08:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:31–16:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:47–06:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:41–10:37 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:59–11:01, 16:12–17:14 |
| Varjyam | 22:03–23:32 |
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 04:47–05:47, 08:48–16:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Anuradha until 16:51, Jyestha from 16:51; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Karka 04:47, Simha 05:47, Kanya 08:48, Tula 11:48, Vrischika 14:49, Dhanu 17:33, Makara 19:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 16:51) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 16:51) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +13
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 16:51
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:47–16:51+2 Yoga Brahma 04:47–08:47+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:47–02:03 (09.08)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:47–16:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:47–16:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:47–02:03 (09.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:51–04:49 (09.08)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:51–04:49 (09.08)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Varalakshmi Vrat · Shravana Putrada Ekadashi (Pavitra) |
At sunrise 04:49
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 23:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 15:09 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 05:44 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:47 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:44 | yoga Vaidhriti |
|---|---|
| from 12:47 | karana Vishti |
| from 15:09 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 23:30 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 23:30 | karana Bava |
| from 02:35 (10.08) | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:49 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:19 |
| End of twilight | 21:04 |
| Moonrise | 17:28 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 15 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (04:49–15:09) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (15:09–20:19) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:47–20:19: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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
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 02:03–23:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:51–07:56 (10.08)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:49–15:09 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–23:30
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:49–15:09 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:30–04:51 (10.08)
Anandadi: Chara 04:49–15:09 Anandadi: Sthira 15:09–04:51 (10.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 12:47–15:09
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:09–23:30; Bhadra Puchha 17:04–18:08; Bhadra Mukha 18:08–19:56
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 09:35–20:42
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:41–04:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:09–16:11 |
| Godhuli | 20:19–20:36 |
| Pradosha | 20:19–22:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (10.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:58–08:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:38–12:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:26–18:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:45–08:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:55–08:57, 13:05–14:07 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:49–05:44
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 04:49–05:44 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 04:49–05:43 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:49–05:44 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Jyestha until 15:09, Mula from 15:09; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Karka 04:49, Simha 05:43, Kanya 08:44, Tula 11:44, Vrischika 14:45, Dhanu 17:29, Makara 19:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 15:09) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 15:09) — ruin of the family; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 05:44–20:19: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- 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 = +2
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Yoga Indra 04:49–05:44+2 Ravi Yoga 04:49–15:09+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:49–15:09+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:49–23:300 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:49–15:09 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–23:30 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:09–23:30−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:49–15:09−3 Vaidhriti 05:44–02:35 (10.08)
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 — Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 04:51
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 20:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 13:21 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:23 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 10:12 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:12 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 13:21 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 20:54 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 20:54 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:23 | yoga Priti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:51 |
| Noon | 12:35 |
| Sunset | 20:17 |
| End of twilight | 21:01 |
| Moonrise | 18:15 |
| Moonset | 00:48 |
| Day length | 15 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:51–13:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (13:21–20:17) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Shani Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:54–22:00
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Matanga 13:21–04:53 (11.08) Anandadi: Gada 04:51–13:21
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:43–04:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:05 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:08–16:10 |
| Godhuli | 20:17–20:34 |
| Pradosha | 20:17–22:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:18–00:52 (11.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:26–08:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:42–10:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:30–16:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:51–06:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:51–05:53, 05:53–06:55 |
| Varjyam | 11:52–13:21, 22:14–23:43 |
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 13:21–17:25, 19:17–20:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mula until 13:21, Purva-Ashadha from 13:21; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Karka 04:51, Simha 05:39, Kanya 08:40, Tula 11:40, Vrischika 14:41, Dhanu 17:25, Makara 19:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 13:21) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 13:21) — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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.
0 Anandadi: Matanga 13:21–04:53 (11.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Gada 04:51–13:21−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:51–13:21
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:33; auspicious time — until 18:20 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:53
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:20 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 11:33 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:14 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 07:36 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:36 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 11:33 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 18:20 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 18:20 | karana Gara |
| from 20:14 | yoga Ayushman |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:53 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:14 |
| End of twilight | 20:59 |
| Moonrise | 18:49 |
| Moonset | 02:06 |
| Day length | 15 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:33 | from 18:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (04:53–11:33) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (11:33–20:14) is good for sowing.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 18:20–20:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:33–04:55 (12.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:33–04:55 (12.08)
Anandadi: Shubha 04:53–11:33 Anandadi: Amrita 11:33–04:16 (12.08) Anandadi: Musala 04:16–04:55 (12.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:44–04:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:07–16:09 |
| Godhuli | 20:14–20:32 |
| Pradosha | 20:14–21:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (12.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:07–08:36, 03:55–05:24 (12.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:19–20:14 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:29 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:24–18:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:12–19:13 |
| Varjyam | 18:59–20:28 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:53–05:35, 08:36–18:20
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 04:53–05:35, 08:36–18:20 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 11:33–14:37 |
| Cutting toenails | average 04:53–05:35, 08:36–18:20 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:53–18:20, 19:13–20:14 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 11:33, Uttara-Ashadha from 11:33; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 18:20, Shukla-chaturdashi from 18:20; lagna Karka 04:53, Simha 05:35, Kanya 08:36, Tula 11:36, Vrischika 14:37, Dhanu 17:21, Makara 19:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 11:33) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 11:33) — improved health; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 18:20–20:14: 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
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:33
Auspicious time ends by 18:20
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:33–04:55 (12.08)+2 Ravi Yoga 11:33–04:55 (12.08)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 04:53–11:33+1 Yoga Priti 04:53–20:14+1 Auspicious tithi 04:53–18:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:33–04:55 (12.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Rikta tithi 18:20–04:55 (12.08)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:53–11:33
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 15:54 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Somvar |
At sunrise 04:55
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 09:52 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 17:12 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 05:05 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:05 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 09:52 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 15:54 | tithi Purnima |
| from 15:54 | karana Vishti |
| from 17:12 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 02:46 (13.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:55 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:12 |
| End of twilight | 20:56 |
| Moonrise | 19:15 |
| Moonset | 03:31 |
| Day length | 15 h 17 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:52 | from 15:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (04:55–09:52) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (09:52–20:12) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:54–20:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:55–15:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Somvar · Shiva
A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.
Rule: by weekday
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 04:55–09:52 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:52–04:57 (13.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 11:21–04:57 (13.08) Anandadi: Kana 04:55–11:21
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:54–02:46 (13.08); Bhadra Puchha 23:00–00:05 (13.08); Bhadra Mukha 00:05–01:54 (13.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:46–04:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:06–16:08 |
| Godhuli | 20:12–20:30 |
| Pradosha | 20:12–21:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (13.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:55–05:24, 22:38–00:08 (13.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:50–08:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:39–12:34 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:28–16:23 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:04–14:05, 16:08–17:09 |
| Varjyam | 13:37–15:07 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 15:54–17:17, 19:09–20:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 09:52, Shravana from 09:52; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:54, Purnima from 15:54; lagna Karka 04:55, Simha 05:31, Kanya 08:32, Tula 11:32, Vrischika 14:33, Dhanu 17:17, Makara 19:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 09:52) — improved health; Shravana (from 09:52) — bodily development (physical growth); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 04:55–15:54: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:54–20:12: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 15:54
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:52–04:57 (13.08)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:55–09:52+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 11:21–04:57 (13.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:55–09:52+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:55–17:12+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Kana 04:55–11:21 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:54–02:46 (13.08)−2 Rikta tithi 04:55–15:54
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Raksha Bandhan · Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima) |
At sunrise 04:57
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 13:44 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 08:24 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 14:24 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 13:44 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:24 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 13:44 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 13:44 | karana Balava |
| from 14:24 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 00:48 (14.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:57 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:10 |
| End of twilight | 20:53 |
| Moonrise | 19:35 |
| Moonset | 04:56 |
| Day length | 15 h 13 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 13:44 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:24 | from 13:44 |
|---|
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, Shravana (04:57–08:24) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Raksha Bandhan
Sisters tie a rakhi — a protective thread — on their brothers’ wrists and receive a promise of protection. The rite is performed in the afternoon (Aparahna), and always outside Bhadra. Upakarma, the changing of the sacred thread by brahmins, falls on the same day.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 14:05–17:07
on the second day the tithi lasts long enough — the second day is chosen
Shravana Purnima (Narali Purnima) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Shravana: Raksha Bandhan, Upakarma (renewal of the sacred thread by Brahmins) and Narali Purnima among the fishing communities of the west coast.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:54 (12.08)–13:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:44–04:59 (14.08)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:57–08:24 Anandadi: Utpata 08:24–04:59 (14.08)
- Agni Panchaka: 19:48–09:01 (18.08)
- Gandanta (tithi): 13:22–14:06
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:47–04:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:06–16:06 |
| Godhuli | 20:10–20:28 |
| Pradosha | 20:10–21:56 |
| Nishitha | 00:17–00:52 (14.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:23–22:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:22–18:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:45–10:39 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:59–09:00, 23:41–00:17 (14.08) |
| Varjyam | 12:13–13:45 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:44–14:29, 19:05–20:09
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 13:44–14:29, 19:05–20:09 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 13:44–14:29, 19:05–20:09 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 04:57–05:27, 08:28–17:13, 19:05–20:09 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shravana until 08:24, Dhanishtha from 08:24; tithi Purnima until 13:44, Krishna-pratipat from 13:44; lagna Karka 04:57, Simha 05:27, Kanya 08:28, Tula 11:28, Vrischika 14:29, Dhanu 17:13, Makara 19:05, Kumbha 20:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 08:24) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 08:24) — longevity (increased vitality); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 04:57–13:44: 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 Auspicious nakshatra 04:57–08:24+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:57–14:240 Auspicious tithi 13:44–04:59 (14.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Panchaka 19:48–04:59 (14.08)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:44–04:59 (14.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 08:24–04:59 (14.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Manasa; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 04:59
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 11:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:19 more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 11:55 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:59 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:19 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 11:55 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 11:59 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 11:59 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:18 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:59 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:08 |
| End of twilight | 20:51 |
| Moonrise | 19:52 |
| Moonset | 06:21 |
| Day length | 15 h 08 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:19 | from 11:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (07:19–20:08) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:59–05:01 (15.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:59–07:19 Samvartaka Yoga 04:59–11:59
Anandadi: Mitra 04:59–07:19 Anandadi: Manasa 07:19–05:01 (15.08)
- Agni Panchaka: 19:48 (13.08)–09:01 (18.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:48–04:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:05–16:05 |
| Godhuli | 20:08–20:25 |
| Pradosha | 20:08–21:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (15.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:42–01:16 (15.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:52–08:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:40–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–13:04 |
| Varjyam | 14:20–15:54 |
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 04:59–05:23, 08:24–17:09, 19:01–20:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 07:19, Shatabhisha from 07:19; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 11:59, Krishna-dvitya from 11:59; lagna Karka 04:59, Simha 05:23, Kanya 08:24, Tula 11:24, Vrischika 14:25, Dhanu 17:09, Makara 19:01, Kumbha 20:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 07:19) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 07:19) — gaining strength; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:59–05:01 (15.08)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:19–05:01 (15.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:59–07:19+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:59–11:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:59–11:590 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 11:55–14:070 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:59–07:19−1 Panchaka all day−3 Samvartaka Yoga 04:59–11:59
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Mudgara |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:01
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 10:46 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 06:44 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 09:53 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:46 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:44 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 09:53 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 10:46 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 10:46 | karana Vanija |
| from 22:24 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:01 |
| Noon | 12:34 |
| Sunset | 20:05 |
| End of twilight | 20:48 |
| Moonrise | 20:08 |
| Moonset | 07:42 |
| Day length | 15 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:44 | from 10:46 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (05:01–06:44) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (06:44–20:05) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Vajra 05:01–06:44 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:44–05:03 (16.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 22:24–10:12 (16.08); Bhadra Puchha 06:06–07:16 (16.08); Bhadra Mukha 07:16–09:13 (16.08)
- Agni Panchaka: 19:48 (13.08)–09:01 (18.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:50–04:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:04–16:04 |
| Godhuli | 20:05–20:23 |
| Pradosha | 20:05–21:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (16.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:46–00:22 (16.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:26–16:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:01–06:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:47–10:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:02–11:03, 16:04–17:04 |
| Varjyam | 13:09–14:45 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:01–06:44, 08:20–20:05
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:01–06:44, 08:20–20:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 05:01–06:44, 08:20–14:22, 18:57–20:01 |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:01–06:44, 08:20–20:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 05:01–05:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 06:44, Purva-Bhadra from 06:44; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 10:46, Krishna-tritya from 10:46; lagna Karka 05:01, Simha 05:19, Kanya 08:20, Tula 11:20, Vrischika 14:22, Dhanu 17:05, Makara 18:57, Kumbha 20:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 06:44) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 06:44) — 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 = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:01–06:44+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:01–10:46+1 Yoga Sukarma 09:53–05:03 (16.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:44–05:03 (16.08)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 06:44–05:03 (16.08)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Rikta tithi, Bhadra on earth |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kajari Teej · Sankashti Chaturthi (Heramba) |
At sunrise 05:03
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:47 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 08:23 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:12 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:47 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 08:23 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 10:12 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 10:12 | karana Bava |
| from 22:11 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:03 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:03 |
| End of twilight | 20:46 |
| Moonrise | 20:23 |
| Moonset | 09:01 |
| Day length | 15 h 00 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 06:47 | from 10:12 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (05:03–06:47) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:47–20:03) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:03–10:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Kajari Teej · Parvati (Gauri)
A women’s festival of North India: a fast for marital happiness, worship of Parvati and the neem tree, and kajari songs.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:46 (15.08)–10:12
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sankashti Chaturthi (Heramba) · 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, 20:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:47–10:12
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:47–05:05 (17.08) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:03–06:47
- Bhadra on earth: 00:42–10:12; Bhadra Puchha 06:06–07:16; Bhadra Mukha 07:16–09:13
- Agni Panchaka: 19:48 (13.08)–09:01 (18.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:51–04:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:03 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:03–16:03 |
| Godhuli | 20:03–20:21 |
| Pradosha | 20:03–21:51 |
| Nishitha | 00:16–00:52 (17.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:35–04:14 (17.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:40–12:33 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:18–18:10 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:55–08:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:03–09:03, 13:03–14:03 |
| Varjyam | 16:41–18:20 |
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 08:16–10:12 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 06:47, Uttara-Bhadra from 06:47; tithi Krishna-tritya until 10:12, Krishna-chaturti from 10:12; lagna Karka 05:03, Simha 05:15, Kanya 08:16, Tula 11:16, Vrischika 14:18, Dhanu 17:01, Makara 18:53, Kumbha 19:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 06:47) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 06:47) — a good life; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 10:12–20:03: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 05:03–10:12: 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
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:47–05:05 (17.08)+1 Yoga Sukarma 05:03–08:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:03–10:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:47–05:05 (17.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:03–06:470 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:47–10:12−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:03–06:47−1 Bhadra on earth 05:03–10:12−1 Rikta tithi 10:12–05:05 (17.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Simha Sankranti |
At sunrise 05:05
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 10:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 07:32 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 07:26 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:22 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:26 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 07:32 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 10:22 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 10:22 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:44 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:22 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:05 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 20:01 |
| End of twilight | 20:43 |
| Moonrise | 20:39 |
| Moonset | 10:18 |
| Day length | 14 h 56 min |
Sky
| Simha Sankranti | 06:12 — the Sun enters Simha (Leo) |
|---|
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 07:32 | from 10:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (05:05–07:32) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:32–20:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Simha Sankranti · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Leo; in Kerala the month of Chingam begins — the Malayalam New Year.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 05:05–06:12
on the day the Sun enters the sign
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:05–10:22
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:32–05:07 (18.08) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:22–05:07 (18.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:32–05:07 (18.08) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:05–07:32
- Agni Panchaka: 19:48 (13.08)–09:01 (18.08)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:35–15:30 (18.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:52–04:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:02–16:02 |
| Godhuli | 20:01–20:19 |
| Pradosha | 20:01–21:50 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (18.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:49–10:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:25–16:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:05–06:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:05–06:04, 06:04–07:04 |
| Varjyam | 20:16–21:58 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:12–20:01 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 07:32, Revati from 07:32; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 10:22, Krishna-panchami from 10:22; lagna Karka 05:05, Simha 05:11, Kanya 08:12, Tula 11:13, Vrischika 14:14, Dhanu 16:57, Makara 18:49, Kumbha 19:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 07:32) — a good life; Revati (from 07:32) — increase in property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 05:05–10:22: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Sankranti at 06:12 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −7
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:32–05:07 (18.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:05–07:32+1 Yoga Dhriti 05:05–07:26+1 Auspicious tithi 10:22–05:07 (18.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:05–10:22 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Shula 07:26–09:240 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:05–07:32−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Sankranti day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:22–05:07 (18.08)−2 Rikta tithi 05:05–10:22−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:32–05:07 (18.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — after 15:30 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:07
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 11:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 09:01 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 07:05 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 11:16 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:05 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 09:01 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 11:16 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 11:16 | karana Gara |
| from 00:00 (19.08) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:07 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:58 |
| End of twilight | 20:40 |
| Moonrise | 20:58 |
| Moonset | 11:32 |
| Day length | 14 h 51 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 09:01 | from 11:16 |
|---|
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, Revati (05:07–09:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:01–05:08 (19.08)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:16–05:08 (19.08)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:07–09:01 Anandadi: Ananda 09:01–05:08 (19.08)
- Agni Panchaka: 19:48 (13.08)–09:01
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 02:35–15:30
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:52–11:42
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:54–04:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:01–16:00 |
| Godhuli | 19:58–20:17 |
| Pradosha | 19:58–21:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (19.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:28–08:10, 03:20–05:04 (19.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:07–19:58 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:15–18:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:59–18:59 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:07–14:10, 18:45–19:49
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:07–14:10, 18:45–19:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:07–14:10, 18:45–19:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:07–16:53, 18:45–19:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Revati until 09:01, Ashwini from 09:01; tithi Krishna-panchami until 11:16, Krishna-shashti from 11:16; lagna Karka 05:07, Simha 05:07, Kanya 08:08, Tula 11:09, Vrischika 14:10, Dhanu 16:53, Makara 18:45, Kumbha 19:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 09:01) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 09:01) — joy; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 15:30
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:01–05:08 (19.08)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:07–09:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:07–09:01+1 Auspicious tithi 05:07–11:160 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:16–05:08 (19.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Ganda 07:05–09:30−1 Gandanta 05:07–15:30−1 Panchaka 05:07–09:01
| Summary | Favourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — after 11:11 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:08
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:53 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 11:11 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 07:17 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 12:53 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:17 | yoga Vriddhi |
|---|---|
| from 11:11 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 12:53 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
| from 12:53 | karana Vishti |
| from 01:54 (20.08) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:08 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:56 |
| End of twilight | 20:38 |
| Moonrise | 21:20 |
| Moonset | 12:45 |
| Day length | 14 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:11 | from 12:53 |
|---|
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, Bharani (11:11–19:56) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:53–19:56: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:11–05:10 (20.08)
Hutashana Yoga 05:08–12:53 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:08–12:53 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:53–05:10 (20.08)
Anandadi: Chara 11:11–05:10 (20.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:08–11:11
- Bhadra in heaven: 12:53–01:54 (20.08); Bhadra Puchha 18:07–19:25; Bhadra Mukha 19:25–21:36
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:55–04:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–13:02 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:00–15:59 |
| Godhuli | 19:56–20:14 |
| Pradosha | 19:56–21:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:15–00:52 (20.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:59–08:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:41–12:32 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:23–16:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:02–14:01, 15:59–16:58 |
| Varjyam | 06:49–08:34, 21:51–23:38 |
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 08:04–11:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ashwini until 11:11, Bharani from 11:11; tithi Krishna-shashti until 12:53, Krishna-saptami from 12:53; lagna Simha 05:08, Kanya 08:04, Tula 11:05, Vrischika 14:06, Dhanu 16:50, Makara 18:41, Kumbha 19:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 11:11) — joy; Bharani (from 11:11) — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 11:11
+2 Ravi Yoga 11:11–05:10 (20.08)+1 Anandadi: Chara 11:11–05:10 (20.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:08–11:11+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:17–05:10 (20.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 05:08–12:53 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:53–05:10 (20.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:08–12:53 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:11–05:10 (20.08)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:53–01:54 (20.08)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:08–11:11
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 05:10
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 13:53 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 07:55 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:02 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:55 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 13:53 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 15:02 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 15:02 | karana Balava |
| from 04:15 (21.08) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:10 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:53 |
| End of twilight | 20:35 |
| Moonrise | 21:48 |
| Moonset | 13:53 |
| Day length | 14 h 43 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 6, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:53 | from 15:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (05:10–13:53) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (13:53–19:53) 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, 19:53–21:45
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:10–13:53 Tripushkar Yoga 13:53–15:02 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:53–05:12 (21.08) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:02–05:12 (21.08)
Hutashana Yoga 05:10–15:02 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–15:02 Jwalamukhi Yoga 15:02–05:12 (21.08)
Anandadi: Musala 05:10–13:53 Anandadi: Gada 13:53–05:12 (21.08)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:56–04:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–15:58 |
| Godhuli | 19:53–20:12 |
| Pradosha | 19:53–21:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:52 (21.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:32–10:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:13–18:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:51–10:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:32–14:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:07–09:06, 23:37–00:14 (21.08) |
| Varjyam | 03:24–05:12 (21.08) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:01–14:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 08:01–14:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 08:01–14:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 08:01–16:46, 18:37–19:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Bharani until 13:53, Krittika from 13:53; tithi Krishna-saptami until 15:02, Krishna-ashtami from 15:02; lagna Simha 05:10, Kanya 08:01, Tula 11:01, Vrischika 14:02, Dhanu 16:46, Makara 18:37, Kumbha 19:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 13:53) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 13:53) — consumption (a wasting disease); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 15:02–19:53: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:10–13:53+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:53–05:12 (21.08)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 05:10–07:55+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:02–05:12 (21.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 05:10–15:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 15:02–05:12 (21.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 13:53–15:020 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–15:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Ashtami 15:02–05:12 (21.08)−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:10–13:53−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:10–13:53
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 | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — after 17:31 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Krishna Janmashtami |
At sunrise 05:12
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 17:31 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 16:54 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 08:52 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:31 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:52 | yoga Vyaghata |
|---|---|
| from 16:54 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 17:31 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 17:31 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:12 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:51 |
| End of twilight | 20:32 |
| Moonrise | 22:24 |
| Moonset | 14:56 |
| Day length | 14 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:54 | from 17:31 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (05:12–16:54) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (16:54–19:51) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Krishna Janmashtami · Krishna
The appearance of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, at midnight on the eighth day of the dark half of the month under the Rohini nakshatra. Devotees fast until midnight, and at Nishitha they perform abhisheka of Bala Gopala and rock his cradle.
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–00:51 (22.08)
on the first day Ashtami at midnight without Rohini, and on the second Ashtami at sunrise with Rohini at midnight (Jayanti) — the second day is chosen
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:12–16:54 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:12–16:54 Hutashana Yoga 05:12–17:31 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:12–17:31 Jwalamukhi Yoga 17:31–05:14 (22.08) Krakacha Yoga 17:31–05:14 (22.08)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:12–16:54 Anandadi: Shubha 16:54–05:14 (22.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:58–04:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:57 |
| Godhuli | 19:51–20:10 |
| Pradosha | 19:51–21:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:14–00:51 (22.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:12–16:00 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:32–14:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:02–08:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:42–12:32 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Krittika until 16:54, Rohini from 16:54; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 17:31, Krishna-navami from 17:31; lagna Simha 05:12, Kanya 07:57, Tula 10:57, Vrischika 13:58, Dhanu 16:42, Makara 18:33, Kumbha 19:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 16:54) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 16:54) — destruction of all misfortunes; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 05:12–17:31: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 17:31–19:51: 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.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 17:31
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:12–16:54+1 Yoga Dhruva 05:12–08:52+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:12–16:540 Auspicious nakshatra 16:54–05:14 (22.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Hutashana Yoga 05:12–17:31 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:12–16:54 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 17:31–05:14 (22.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:12–17:31 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 08:52–12:380 Krakacha Yoga 17:31–05:14 (22.08)−1 Ashtami 05:12–17:31
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Anandadi: Utpata |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Nandotsava, Dahi Handi |
At sunrise 05:14
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 20:05 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 20:01 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 09:56 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 06:49 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:49 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 09:56 | yoga Harshana |
| from 20:01 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 20:05 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 20:05 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:14 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:49 |
| End of twilight | 20:30 |
| Moonrise | 23:09 |
| Moonset | 15:52 |
| Day length | 14 h 34 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 |
|---|
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 (05:14–19:49) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Nandotsava, Dahi Handi · Krishna
On the day after Janmashtami the joy of Nanda is celebrated: young men form human pyramids to break a hanging pot of curd, as little Krishna used to do.
Rule: relative to a neighbouring festival
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:05–05:16 (23.08)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:14–20:01 Hutashana Yoga 05:14–20:05 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–20:05
Anandadi: Utpata 05:14–20:01 Anandadi: Mrityu 20:01–05:16 (23.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:59–04:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:01 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:55 |
| Godhuli | 19:49–20:08 |
| Pradosha | 19:49–21:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (23.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:24–18:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:21–16:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:14–07:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:53–10:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:06–11:04, 15:55–16:54 |
| Varjyam | 10:59–12:47, 02:18–04:05 (23.08) |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Simha 05:14, Kanya 07:53, Tula 10:53, Vrischika 13:54, Dhanu 16:38, Makara 18:29, Kumbha 19:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 05:14–19:49: 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 Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −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)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:14–20:01+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Harshana 09:56–05:16 (23.08)0 Chaturmasya−2 Hutashana Yoga 05:14–20:05−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:14–20:01−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:14–20:05−2 Rikta tithi 05:14–20:05−3 Anandadi: Utpata 05:14–20:01
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: Manasa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:16
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 22:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 22:56 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 10:56 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:18 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:18 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 10:56 | yoga Vajra |
| from 22:27 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 22:27 | karana Bava |
| from 22:56 | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:16 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:46 |
| End of twilight | 20:27 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 16:38 |
| Day length | 14 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 0, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (05:16–19:46) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:18–19:46: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:27–05:18 (24.08)
Hutashana Yoga 05:16–22:27
Anandadi: Manasa 05:16–22:56 Anandadi: Padma 22:56–05:18 (24.08)
- Bhadra in heaven: 09:18–22:27; Bhadra Puchha 11:15–12:34; Bhadra Mukha 12:34–14:46
- Gandanta (tithi): 22:01–22:53
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:01–04:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:54 |
| Godhuli | 19:46–20:05 |
| Pradosha | 19:46–21:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (24.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:04–14:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:42–12:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:09–17:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:05–08:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:10–09:08, 13:00–13:58 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:49–13:50, 18:25–19:30
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:49–13:50, 18:25–19:30 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 07:49–13:50, 18:25–19:30 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:49–16:34, 18:25–19:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Simha 05:16, Kanya 07:49, Tula 10:49, Vrischika 13:50, Dhanu 16:34, Makara 18:25, Kumbha 19:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 05:16–22:56+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:16–22:56+1 Yoga Harshana 05:16–10:56+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vajra 10:56–12:10−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:16–22:27−2 Hutashana Yoga 05:16–22:27−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:18–22:27
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Hutashana Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Aja Ekadashi (Annada) |
At sunrise 05:18
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 00:24 (25.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 01:27 (25.08) more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 11:41 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:30 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:30 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 11:41 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 00:24 (25.08) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 00:24 (25.08) | karana Kaulava |
| from 01:27 (25.08) | nakshatra Punarvasu |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:18 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:44 |
| End of twilight | 20:24 |
| Moonrise | 00:04 |
| Moonset | 17:15 |
| Day length | 14 h 25 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Aja Ekadashi (Annada) · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Shravana (Bhadrapada in North India). According to legend, this fast restored King Harishchandra’s kingdom and family; Vishnu is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:27 (23.08)–00:24 (25.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:45–08:12 (25.08)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 01:27–05:20 (25.08)
Hutashana Yoga 05:18–00:24 (25.08)
Anandadi: Chhatra 01:27–05:20 (25.08) Anandadi: Mudgara 05:18–01:27 (25.08)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:02–04:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:53 |
| Godhuli | 19:44–20:03 |
| Pradosha | 19:44–21:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:13–00:51 (25.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:24–16:10 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:55–10:43 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:19–16:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:18–07:06 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:18–06:16, 06:16–07:14 |
| Varjyam | 08:13–09:59 |
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 throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Simha 05:18, Kanya 07:45, Tula 10:45, Vrischika 13:46, Dhanu 16:30, Makara 18:21, Kumbha 19:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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).
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 Siddhi 11:41–05:20 (25.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 01:27–05:20 (25.08)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:18–01:27 (25.08)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:18–01:27 (25.08)−2 Hutashana Yoga 05:18–00:24 (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 — Vyatipata, Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:20
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 01:47 (26.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 03:25 (26.08) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 12:02 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 13:10 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:02 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 13:10 | karana Taitila |
| from 01:47 (26.08) | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 01:47 (26.08) | karana Gara |
| from 03:25 (26.08) | nakshatra Pushya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:20 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:41 |
| End of twilight | 20:22 |
| Moonrise | 01:07 |
| Moonset | 17:45 |
| Day length | 14 h 21 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, 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, Punarvasu (05:20–19:41) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08) Ravi Pushya Yoga 03:25–05:22 (26.08) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:25–05:22 (26.08)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:20–01:47 (26.08) Hutashana Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08) Krakacha Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:20–03:25 (26.08) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:25–05:22 (26.08)
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.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:03–04:42 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:52 |
| Godhuli | 19:41–20:01 |
| Pradosha | 19:41–21:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (26.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:49–02:33 (26.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:54–19:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:31–14:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:06–17:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:46–18:44 |
| Varjyam | 14:26–16:10 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:41–12:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 07:41–12:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:41–12:02 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:41–16:26, 18:18–19:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Simha 05:20, Kanya 07:41, Tula 10:41, Vrischika 13:42, Dhanu 16:26, Makara 18:18, Kumbha 19:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 12:02–19:41: 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 = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:20–12:02+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:20–03:25 (26.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:20–03:25 (26.08)0 Chaturmasya0 Tripushkar Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:20–01:47 (26.08)−2 Hutashana Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08)−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:20–01:47 (26.08)−3 Vyatipata 12:02–05:22 (26.08)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — after 11:55 |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 05:22
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 02:31 (27.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 04:45 (27.08) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 11:55 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:14 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:55 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 14:14 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:31 (27.08) | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 02:31 (27.08) | karana Vishti |
| from 04:45 (27.08) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:42 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:22 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:39 |
| End of twilight | 20:19 |
| Moonrise | 02:18 |
| Moonset | 18:09 |
| Day length | 14 h 16 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (05:22–19:39) 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, 19:39–21:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:22–04:45 (27.08)
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:22–04:45 (27.08) Anandadi: Saumya 04:45–05:24 (27.08)
- Bhadra on earth: 02:31–14:39 (27.08); Bhadra Mukha 02:31–04:32 (27.08); Bhadra Puchha 13:22–14:34 (27.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:05–04:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:50 |
| Godhuli | 19:39–19:58 |
| Pradosha | 19:39–21:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:12–00:51 (27.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:59–23:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:09–08:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:43–12:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:17–16:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:59–13:56, 15:50–16:47 |
| Varjyam | 11:51–13:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:55–19:39
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 11:55–19:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 11:55–19:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Simha 05:22, Kanya 07:37, Tula 10:37, Vrischika 13:38, Dhanu 16:22, Makara 18:14, Kumbha 19:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 05:22–11:55: 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
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:55
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:22–04:45 (27.08)+2 Pushya 05:22–04:45 (27.08)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:22–04:45 (27.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Variyana 11:55–05:24 (27.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vyatipata 05:22–11:55
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, Bhadra on earth |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 05:24
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 02:37 (28.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 05:27 (28.08) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 11:17 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:39 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:17 | yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| from 14:39 | karana Shakuni |
| from 02:37 (28.08) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 02:37 (28.08) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:44 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:24 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:36 |
| End of twilight | 20:16 |
| Moonrise | 03:32 |
| Moonset | 18:28 |
| Day length | 14 h 12 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 2, bad — 9
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) 05:24–14:39: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 14:39–19:36: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:24–19:36: 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, 00:11–00:51 (28.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Ananda all day
- Bhadra on earth: 02:31–14:39; Bhadra Mukha 02:31–04:32; Bhadra Puchha 13:22–14:34
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:20–11:32 (28.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:06–04:45 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:49 |
| Godhuli | 19:36–19:56 |
| Pradosha | 19:36–21:34 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:51 (28.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:48–05:27 (28.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:03–17:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:57–10:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:30–14:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:14–09:11, 23:32–00:11 (28.08) |
| Varjyam | 17:55–19:34 |
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 Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Simha 05:24, Kanya 07:33, Tula 10:33, Vrischika 13:34, Dhanu 16:18, Makara 18:10, Kumbha 19:14
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — 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 05:24–19:36: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 05:24–14:39: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Ananda all day+1 Yoga Variyana 05:24–11:170 Chaturmasya−1 Yoga Parigha 11:17–22:43−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 05:24–02:37 (28.08)−3 Bhadra on earth 05:24–14:39
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Shravana (amanta) · Bhadrapada (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola) |
At sunrise 05:26
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 02:07 (29.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 05:27 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 10:09 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 14:26 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:27 | nakshatra Magha |
|---|---|
| from 10:09 | yoga Shiva |
| from 14:26 | karana Naga |
| from 02:07 (29.08) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 02:07 (29.08) | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:46 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:26 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:34 |
| End of twilight | 20:13 |
| Moonrise | 04:49 |
| Moonset | 18:45 |
| Day length | 14 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 7, bad — 6
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:27 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (05:27–19:34) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Chatushpada 05:26–14:26: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 14:26–19:34: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Shravana Amavasya (Pithori, Pola) · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Shravana — Pithori Amavasya (mothers pray for their children) and Pola (worship of bullocks in Maharashtra).
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 02:37–02:07 (29.08)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 02:07–05:28 (29.08)
Anandadi: Chara 05:27–05:28 (29.08) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:26–05:27
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:20 (27.08)–11:32
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:43–02:30 (29.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:07–04:47 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:48 |
| Godhuli | 19:34–19:53 |
| Pradosha | 19:34–21:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:51 (29.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:48–05:27, 03:10–04:47 (29.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:30–14:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:12–08:58 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:44–12:30 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Varjyam | 17:31–19:08 |
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 07:29–16:14, 18:06–19:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 05:27, Magha from 05:27; tithi Amavasya; lagna Simha 05:26, Kanya 07:29, Tula 10:29, Vrischika 13:30, Dhanu 16:14, Makara 18:06, Kumbha 19:10
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 05:27) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 05:27) — 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 05:26–19:34: 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 = −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: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Chara 05:27–05:28 (29.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 10:09–05:28 (29.08)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:26–05:270 Chaturmasya−1 Gandanta 05:26–11:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:26–05:27−3 Amavasya 05:26–02:07 (29.08)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Gada |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:28
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 01:07 (30.08) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 05:35 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 08:35 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 13:40 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:35 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
|---|---|
| from 08:35 | yoga Siddha |
| from 13:40 | karana Bava |
| from 01:07 (30.08) | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 01:07 (30.08) | karana Balava |
| from 05:14 (30.08) | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:28 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:31 |
| End of twilight | 20:11 |
| Moonrise | 06:08 |
| Moonset | 19:01 |
| Day length | 14 h 03 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 02:07 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:35 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (05:28–05:35) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (05:35–19:31) is good for root crops.
- Kimstughna 05:28–13:40: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:14–05:30 (30.08)
Anandadi: Matanga 05:14–05:30 (30.08) Anandadi: Musala 05:28–05:35 Anandadi: Gada 05:35–05:14 (30.08)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:09–04:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:46 |
| Godhuli | 19:31–19:51 |
| Pradosha | 19:31–21:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:50 (30.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:56–00:30 (30.08) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:15–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:28–07:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:59–10:44 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:09–11:05, 15:46–16:42 |
| Varjyam | 13:28–15:03 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:25–13:26, 18:02–19:06
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 07:25–13:26, 18:02–19:06 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 07:25–13:26, 18:02–19:06 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 07:25–16:10, 18:02–19:06 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha until 05:35, Purva-Phalguni from 05:35; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Simha 05:28, Kanya 07:25, Tula 10:25, Vrischika 13:26, Dhanu 16:10, Makara 18:02, Kumbha 19:06
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 05:35) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 05:35) — ill health; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddha 08:35–05:30 (30.08)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Gada 05:35–05:14 (30.08)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:28–05:35
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Shubha; auspicious time — until 06:37 |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:30
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 23:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 04:31 (31.08) more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 06:37 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 12:27 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:37 | yoga Sadhya |
|---|---|
| from 12:27 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:43 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 23:43 | karana Taitila |
| from 04:21 (31.08) | yoga Shubha |
| from 04:31 (31.08) | nakshatra Hasta |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:30 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:29 |
| End of twilight | 20:08 |
| Moonrise | 07:29 |
| Moonset | 19:18 |
| Day length | 13 h 58 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (05:30–19:29) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:30–23:43 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 23:43–04:31 (31.08)
Anandadi: Shubha 05:30–04:31 (31.08) Anandadi: Amrita 04:31–05:32 (31.08)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:10–04:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:45 |
| Godhuli | 19:29–19:49 |
| Pradosha | 19:29–21:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (31.08) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:32–23:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:44–12:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:59–17:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:15–08:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:18–09:13, 12:57–13:53 |
| Varjyam | 12:13–13:46 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:21–13:23, 17:58–19:02
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 07:21–13:23, 17:58–19:02 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 07:21–13:23, 17:58–19:02 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 07:21–16:06, 17:58–19:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Simha 05:30, Kanya 07:21, Tula 10:21, Vrischika 13:23, Dhanu 16:06, Makara 17:58, Kumbha 19:02
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 06:37
+2 Yoga Siddha 05:30–06:37+1 Anandadi: Shubha 05:30–04:31 (31.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:30–04:31 (31.08)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:30–23:430 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:30–23:43
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Yamaghanta |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Sadharana (No. 44) · Shaka 1952 · Vikram 2087 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Hartalika Teej · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 05:32
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 03:31 (01.09) more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 01:52 (01.09) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:54 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:54 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 22:01 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 22:01 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:52 (01.09) | yoga Shukla |
| from 03:31 (01.09) | nakshatra Chitra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:32 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:26 |
| End of twilight | 20:05 |
| Moonrise | 08:51 |
| Moonset | 19:35 |
| Day length | 13 h 54 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 |
|---|
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 (05:32–19:26) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Hartalika Teej · Shiva and Parvati
The fast of Parvati, who won Shiva as her husband through severe austerity: women fast without water and mould clay figures of Shiva and Parvati. In Karnataka this day is Gowri Habba.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 23:43 (30.08)–22:01
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 19:26–19:35
on the first evenings the crescent sets almost together with the Sun (northern latitudes) — the day is chosen by the Yallop crescent visibility criterion
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 19:26–19:35
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:01–05:34 (01.09) Ravi Yoga 03:31–05:34 (01.09)
Yamaghanta 05:32–03:31 (01.09)
Anandadi: Mrityu 05:32–03:31 (01.09) Anandadi: Kana 03:31–05:34 (01.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:11–04:51 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:57 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:44 |
| Godhuli | 19:26–19:46 |
| Pradosha | 19:26–21:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (01.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:46–23:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:00–10:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:13–15:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:32–07:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:32–06:27, 06:27–07:23 |
| Varjyam | 12:34–14:06 |
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 Saturday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Simha 05:32, Kanya 07:17, Tula 10:17, Vrischika 13:19, Dhanu 16:02, Makara 17:54, Kumbha 18:58
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −3
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu, Yamaghanta
+2 Yoga Shubha 05:32–01:52 (01.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:32–03:31 (01.09)+1 Auspicious tithi 05:32–22:010 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:32–03:31 (01.09)−3 Yamaghanta 05:32–03:31 (01.09)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Shridhara; Aditya — Indra. Full moon in nakshatra Shravana. Ritu: Varsha.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Rudhirodgari (No. 57)
Shaka Samvat 1952 · Vikram Samvat 2087 · Kali Yuga 5131
Next year — Virodhikrit, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 23.03.2031
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: 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: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Auspicious: 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.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.
The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
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.
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — 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.
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.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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: 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
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, 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.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“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 lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
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
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
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-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
do not fell trees, any undertakings
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
One-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
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: Purna. Deity: 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: 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
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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)
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.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
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.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“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-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
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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
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.
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra 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
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth 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)
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.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: 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)
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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Planting and sowing are allowed.
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: 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: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
sowing seeds, 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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Meaning: 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: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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).
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).
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Began on a Tuesday: danger of fire — construction is not started and work with fire and machinery is avoided; suitable for legal matters.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
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: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Auspicious: 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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-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.
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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
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
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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 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 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: 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: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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
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.
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 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable 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.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
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-panchami
any undertakings
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable 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: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
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-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Planting and sowing are allowed.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-dashami
any undertakings
+1 — favourable 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.
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: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-dvadashi
neutral
A Sunday when the Moon is in Pushya. Very favourable for purchases, preparing medicines and medical treatment, beginning studies and mantra practice.
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: 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: 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.
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: 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.
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. Ritu: Varsha.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings