September 1849 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Bhadrapada (until 16.09), Ashwina (from 17.09). Periods: all month — Chaturmasya; 2–16.09 — Pitru Paksha; 17–25.09 — Sharad Navaratri (autumn). Major festivals: 1.09 Ananta Chaturdashi; 16.09 Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya; 17.09 Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana; 24.09 Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami); 25.09 Maha Navami; 26.09 Vijayadashami (Dussehra). 2.09 — lunar eclipse, partial (visible after rising).
Icons this month (23)
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
- 4.09 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra until 12:00
Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. - 6.09 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa, Auspicious nakshatra after 16:50
Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. - 10.09 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Ananda until 08:47
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. - 13.09 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Shubha until 12:49
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. - 19.09 Wed — Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra after 10:32
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes. - 21.09 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious weekday after 13:52
Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 27.09 Thu — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Festivals
- 1.09 Sat Ananta Chaturdashi
- 2.09 Sun Bhadrapada Purnima
- 2.09 Sun Purnima Shraddha (start of Pitru Paksha)
- 5.09 Wed Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja)
- 7.09 Fri Bharani Shraddha
- 9.09 Sun Kalashtami
- 9.09 Sun Madhya Ashtami (Pitru Paksha)
- 10.09 Mon Avidhava Navami (Matri Navami)
- 12.09 Wed Indira Ekadashi
- 14.09 Fri Kanya Sankranti (Vishwakarma Puja)
- 14.09 Fri Pradosha Vrat
- 14.09 Fri Masik Shivaratri
- 15.09 Sat Ghata Chaturdashi (Shastrahata Shraddha)
- 16.09 Sun Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya
- 16.09 Sun Bhadrapada Amavasya
- 17.09 Mon Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 18.09 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 20.09 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 22.09 Sat Skanda Shashti
- 24.09 Mon Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)
- 24.09 Mon Saraswati Avahana
- 25.09 Tue Maha Navami
- 26.09 Wed Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
- 28.09 Fri Papankusha Ekadashi
- 29.09 Sat Shani Pradosha
Special muhurta yogas
- 4.09 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:39–23:45
- 6.09 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:43–22:31
- 8.09 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 13:09–20:13
- 8.09 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 20:13–05:48 (09.09)
- 8.09 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:13–05:48 (09.09)
- 10.09 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:50–17:19
- 10.09 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:50–17:19
- 13.09 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:56–12:49
- 13.09 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 05:56–12:49
- 13.09 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:56–12:49
- 16.09 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:49–06:04 (17.09)
- 18.09 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 09:45–17:58
- 21.09 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:52–06:14 (22.09)
- 23.09 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:08–06:17 (24.09)
- 29.09 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 06:27–07:11
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.
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 2.09 Sun — Eclipse, Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa (unfavourable day)
- 5.09 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Utpata (unfavourable day)
- 11.09 Tue — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata (unfavourable day)
- 14.09 Fri — Sankranti day, Anandadi: Mrityu, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 15.09 Sat — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 16.09 Sun — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 20.09 Thu — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi
- 23.09 Sun — Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 24.09 Mon — Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi
Sky this month
- 2.09 Full moon (Purnima) 20:17
- 2.09 Lunar eclipse, partial, greatest eclipse 20:10, magnitude 0.595
visible after rising: 19:20–21:33, maximum eclipse here 20:10, magnitude 0.595 - 14.09 Kanya Sankranti 20:49 — the Sun enters Kanya (Virgo)
- 16.09 New moon (Amavasya) 19:02
- 23.09 Autumnal equinox 07:03
Periods
- all month Chaturmasya
- 2–16.09 Pitru Paksha
- 17–25.09 Sharad Navaratri (autumn)
- 1.09 09:52 – 5.09 23:18 Mrityu Panchaka
- 28.09 18:31 – 3.10 06:45 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Saumya (No. 43, “gentle, lunar”) — A gentle year: peace, calm and moderate well-being. more
Northern samvatsara: Raudra. Shaka Samvat 1771, Vikram Samvat 1906, Kali Yuga 4950.
Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. more
Ashwina (Isha) — The month of the Goddess: Sharad Navaratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Sharad Purnima; at its end — Diwali. 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: Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ananta Chaturdashi |
At sunrise 05:33
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 19:59 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 22:31 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 15:19 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:38 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:38 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 15:19 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 19:59 | tithi Purnima |
| from 19:59 | karana Vishti |
| from 22:31 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:33 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:24 |
| End of twilight | 20:03 |
| Moonrise | 18:55 |
| Moonset | 03:44 |
| Day length | 13 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:33–19:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Ananta Chaturdashi · Vishnu as Ananta
Worship of Vishnu as Ananta (“the Endless”), reclining on the serpent Shesha: a thread with fourteen knots (the ananta sutra) is tied on the arm. On this day Ganesha murtis are immersed in water — the end of Ganesha Utsav.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:09 (31.08)–19:59
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–19:59 Ravi Yoga 05:33–22:31
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:59–05:35 (02.09)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:33–22:31 Anandadi: Ananda 22:31–05:35 (02.09)
- Bhadra on earth: 19:59–08:12 (02.09); Bhadra Puchha 03:53–05:06 (02.09); Bhadra Mukha 05:06–07:07 (02.09)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 09:52–23:18 (05.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:12–04:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:56 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:42 |
| Godhuli | 19:24–19:44 |
| Pradosha | 19:24–21:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (02.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:30–13:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:01–10:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:12–15:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:33–07:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:33–06:28, 06:28–07:24 |
| 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 06:59–15:47, 17:44–18:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Simha 05:33, Kanya 06:59, Tula 09:59, Vrischika 13:00, Dhanu 15:47, Makara 17:44, Kumbha 18:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:33–19:24: 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
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 05:33–22:31+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–19:59+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:33–22:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:33–22:310 Yoga Sukarma 15:19–05:35 (02.09)0 Chaturmasya−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 09:52–05:35 (02.09)−2 Rikta tithi 05:33–19:59
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Unfavourable day — Eclipse, Panchaka Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Purnima |
| Festivals | Purnima Shraddha (start of Pitru Paksha) · Bhadrapada Purnima · Lunar eclipse, partial (visible after rising) |
At sunrise 05:35
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 20:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 23:25 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 14:37 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:12 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:12 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 14:37 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 20:17 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 20:17 | karana Balava |
| from 23:25 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:35 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:21 |
| End of twilight | 20:00 |
| Moonrise | 19:20 |
| Moonset | 04:54 |
| Day length | 13 h 46 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 20:17 |
|---|---|
| Lunar eclipse, partial | greatest eclipse 20:10, magnitude 0.595 |
| Phases | Penumbral eclipse begins 17:31 Partial eclipse begins 18:46 Partial eclipse ends 21:33 Penumbral eclipse ends 22:49 |
| Visibility | visible after rising: 19:20–21:33, maximum eclipse here 20:10, magnitude 0.595 |
| Sutak | 09:46–21:33 |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (05:35–19:21) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:35–08:12: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Purnima Shraddha (start of Pitru Paksha) · Pitris (ancestors)
The first day of Pitru Paksha: shraddha for ancestors who departed on a full moon. The rite is performed in the afternoon (Aparahna).
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:51–16:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhadrapada Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of Bhadrapada: Uma Maheshwara Vrat; from this day (Purnima Shraddha) Pitru Paksha begins — the fortnight of ancestor rites.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:59 (01.09)–20:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Purnima
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:17–05:37 (03.09)
Anandadi: Chara 23:25–05:37 (03.09) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:35–23:25
- Bhadra on earth: 19:59 (01.09)–08:12; Bhadra Puchha 03:53–05:06; Bhadra Mukha 05:06–07:07
- Mrityu Panchaka: 09:52 (01.09)–23:18 (05.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 19:53–20:41
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:13–04:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:56 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:46–15:41 |
| Godhuli | 19:21–19:42 |
| Pradosha | 19:21–21:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (03.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:57–17:36 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:38–19:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:28–14:11 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:55–17:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:31–18:26 |
| Varjyam | 05:59–07:39 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:55–15:43, 17:40–18:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Purnima; lagna Simha 05:35, Kanya 06:55, Tula 09:55, Vrischika 12:56, Dhanu 15:43, Makara 17:40, Kumbha 18:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak (09:46–19:21).
- Purnima 05:35–19:21: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 05:35–08:12: 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).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −4
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: Eclipse
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:35–23:25+1 Yoga Sukarma 05:35–14:370 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Bhadra on earth 05:35–08:12−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:35–23:25−1 Panchaka all day−3 Eclipse
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 Dhriti, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-pratipat |
At sunrise 05:37
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 23:49 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 13:30 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:14 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:14 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 13:30 | yoga Shula |
| from 20:04 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 20:04 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:49 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:37 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:19 |
| End of twilight | 19:58 |
| Moonrise | 19:42 |
| Moonset | 06:07 |
| Day length | 13 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (05:37–19:19) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-pratipat
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:04–05:39 (04.09)
Anandadi: Musala 05:37–23:49 Anandadi: Gada 23:49–05:39 (04.09)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 09:52 (01.09)–23:18 (05.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:15–04:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:55 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:45–15:40 |
| Godhuli | 19:19–19:39 |
| Pradosha | 19:19–21:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:49 (04.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:41–17:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:20–09:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:45–12:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:11–15:53 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:55–13:50, 15:40–16:34 |
| Varjyam | 05:55–07:33 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:51–12:52, 17:36–18:43
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 06:51–12:52, 17:36–18:43 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:51–12:52, 17:36–18:43 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:51–15:39, 17:36–18:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Simha 05:37, Kanya 06:51, Tula 09:51, Vrischika 12:52, Dhanu 15:39, Makara 17:36, Kumbha 18:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Dhriti 05:37–13:30+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:37–20:040 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Yoga Shula 13:30–15:22−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:37–23:49−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:37–23:49
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — until 12:00 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvitya |
At sunrise 05:39
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 19:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 23:45 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 12:00 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:47 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:47 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 12:00 | yoga Ganda |
| from 19:23 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 19:23 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:45 | nakshatra Revati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:39 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:16 |
| End of twilight | 19:55 |
| Moonrise | 20:04 |
| Moonset | 07:22 |
| Day length | 13 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (05:39–19:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvitya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:39–23:45 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:39–23:45 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:23–05:41 (05.09)
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:23–23:45
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:39–23:45 Anandadi: Shubha 23:45–05:41 (05.09)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 09:52 (01.09)–23:18 (05.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:16–04:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:55 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:38 |
| Godhuli | 19:16–19:37 |
| Pradosha | 19:16–21:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:49 (05.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:58–20:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:52–17:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:03–10:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:27–14:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:22–09:17, 23:26–00:08 (05.09) |
| Varjyam | 09:23–10:59 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:47–12:49, 17:32–18:39
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 06:47–12:49, 17:32–18:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:47–12:49, 17:32–18:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Simha 05:39, Kanya 06:47, Tula 09:47, Vrischika 12:49, Dhanu 15:35, Makara 17:32, Kumbha 18:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 12:00
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:39–23:45+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:39–23:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:39–23:45+1 Auspicious tithi 05:39–19:23+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:39–23:450 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Yoga Ganda 12:00–14:12−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-tritya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja) |
At sunrise 05:41
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 18:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 23:18 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 10:09 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:53 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:53 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 10:09 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 18:17 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 18:17 | karana Bava |
| from 23:18 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 05:36 (06.09) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:02 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:41 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:14 |
| End of twilight | 19:52 |
| Moonrise | 20:26 |
| Moonset | 08:39 |
| Day length | 13 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (05:41–19:14) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:53–18:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja) · 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, 20:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-tritya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–18:17 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–18:17
Anandadi: Utpata 05:41–23:18 Anandadi: Mrityu 23:18–05:43 (06.09)
- Bhadra on earth: 06:53–18:17; Bhadra Puchha 14:16–15:25; Bhadra Mukha 15:25–17:20
- Mrityu Panchaka: 09:52 (01.09)–23:18
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 17:27–05:08 (06.09)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:17–04:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:37 |
| Godhuli | 19:14–19:35 |
| Pradosha | 19:14–21:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:07–00:49 (06.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:57–22:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:27–14:09 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:22–09:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:45–12:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–12:54 |
| Varjyam | 11:32–13:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:41–06:43
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 05:41–06:43 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 05:41–06:53 |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:41–06:43 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:43–15:31, 17:28–18:17 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-tritya until 18:17, Krishna-chaturti from 18:17; lagna Simha 05:41, Kanya 06:43, Tula 09:43, Vrischika 12:45, Dhanu 15:31, Makara 17:28, Kumbha 18:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 18:17–19:14: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 06:53–18:17: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
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: Bhadra on earth
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:41–23:18+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:41–18:17+1 Yoga Vriddhi 10:09–05:43 (06.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Rikta tithi 18:17–05:43 (06.09)−1 Panchaka 05:41–23:18−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–18:17−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–18:17−3 Anandadi: Utpata 05:41–23:18−3 Bhadra on earth 06:53–18:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — after 16:50 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturti |
At sunrise 05:43
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 16:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 22:31 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 08:00 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:50 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:00 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 16:50 | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 16:50 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:31 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 04:00 (07.09) | karana Taitila |
| from 05:36 (07.09) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:43 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:11 |
| End of twilight | 19:49 |
| Moonrise | 20:50 |
| Moonset | 09:56 |
| Day length | 13 h 28 min |
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 16:50 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturti
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:43–22:31 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:50–05:45 (07.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–16:50 Jwalamukhi Yoga 22:31–05:45 (07.09)
Anandadi: Manasa 05:43–22:31 Anandadi: Padma 22:31–05:45 (07.09)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:19–05:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:54 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:11–19:32 |
| Pradosha | 19:11–21:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:07–00:49 (07.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:33–17:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:08–15:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:43–07:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:05–10:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:12–11:06, 15:35–16:29 |
| Varjyam | 18:39–20:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 17:24–18:31
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 17:24–18:31 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 17:24–18:31 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 17:24–18:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 16:50, Krishna-panchami from 16:50; lagna Simha 05:43, Kanya 06:39, Tula 09:39, Vrischika 12:41, Dhanu 15:27, Makara 17:24, Kumbha 18:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 05:43–16:50: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 16:50
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:43–22:31+1 Anandadi: Manasa 05:43–22:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:43–22:31+1 Yoga Vriddhi 05:43–08:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:50–05:45 (07.09)0 Auspicious tithi 16:50–05:45 (07.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–16:50 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Pitru Paksha−2 Rikta tithi 05:43–16:50
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious weekday, Auspicious tithi; cons: Jwalamukhi Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-panchami, Krishna-shashti |
| Festivals | Bharani Shraddha |
At sunrise 05:45
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 15:06 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 21:28 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 03:00 (08.09) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:06 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:06 | tithi Krishna-shashti |
|---|---|
| from 15:06 | karana Gara |
| from 21:28 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 02:09 (08.09) | karana Vanija |
| from 03:00 (08.09) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:45 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:08 |
| End of twilight | 19:47 |
| Moonrise | 21:17 |
| Moonset | 11:15 |
| Day length | 13 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:06 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (05:45–19:08) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Bharani Shraddha · Pitris (ancestors)
A day of Pitru Paksha under the Bharani nakshatra: shraddha on this day is equated with a pilgrimage to Gaya; it is especially recommended for those who died within the past year.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:47–16:28
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-panchami, Krishna-shashti
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:06–05:46 (08.09) Ravi Yoga 21:28–05:46 (08.09)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:45–15:06
Anandadi: Chhatra 21:28–05:46 (08.09) Anandadi: Mudgara 05:45–21:28
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:44–15:28
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:20–05:02 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:53 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 19:08–19:30 |
| Pradosha | 19:08–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:06–00:49 (08.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:53–18:25 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:46–12:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:47–17:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:25–09:05 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:25–09:19, 12:53–13:47 |
| Varjyam | 07:42–09:14 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:45–15:06, 17:20–18:27
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:45–15:06, 17:20–18:27 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:45–15:06, 17:20–18:27 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:45–15:23, 17:20–18:27 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-panchami until 15:06, Krishna-shashti from 15:06; lagna Simha 05:45, Kanya 06:35, Tula 09:35, Vrischika 12:37, Dhanu 15:23, Makara 17:20, Kumbha 18:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:45–15:06+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:06–05:46 (08.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:45–21:28−1 Yoga Vyaghata 05:45–08:49−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:45–21:28−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:45–15:06
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-saptami |
At sunrise 05:46
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 20:13 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 00:15 (09.09) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 13:09 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:09 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 13:09 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:13 | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 00:06 (09.09) | karana Bava |
| from 00:15 (09.09) | yoga Vajra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:46 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:06 |
| End of twilight | 19:44 |
| Moonrise | 21:50 |
| Moonset | 12:32 |
| Day length | 13 h 19 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 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, Krittika (05:46–19:06) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:09–19:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-saptami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:46–20:13 Tripushkar Yoga 13:09–20:13 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 20:13–05:48 (09.09) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:13–05:48 (09.09)
Krakacha Yoga 05:46–13:09 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:09–05:48 (09.09)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:46–20:13 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 20:13–05:48 (09.09)
- Bhadra in heaven: 13:09–00:06 (09.09); Bhadra Puchha 17:31–18:37; Bhadra Mukha 18:37–20:26
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 | 04:21–05:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:53 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:33 |
| Godhuli | 19:06–19:27 |
| Pradosha | 19:06–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:06–00:49 (09.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:56–19:27 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:06–10:46 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:06–15:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:46–07:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:46–06:40, 06:40–07:33 |
| Varjyam | 08:50–10:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:16–18:23
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 17:16–18:23 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:16–18:23 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:31–15:20, 17:16–18:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-shashti until 13:09, Krishna-saptami from 13:09; lagna Simha 05:46, Kanya 06:31, Tula 09:31, Vrischika 12:33, Dhanu 15:20, Makara 17:16, Kumbha 18:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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 = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:46–20:13+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:46–20:13+1 Yoga Harshana 05:46–00:15 (09.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Tripushkar Yoga 13:09–20:130 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:09–05:48 (09.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:09–00:06 (09.09)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:46–13:09
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Ashtami Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| Festivals | Kalashtami · Madhya Ashtami (Pitru Paksha) |
At sunrise 05:48
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 11:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 18:49 more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 21:22 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:01 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:01 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 11:01 | karana Balava |
| from 18:49 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 21:22 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 21:55 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:48 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 19:03 |
| End of twilight | 19:41 |
| Moonrise | 22:30 |
| Moonset | 13:47 |
| Day length | 13 h 14 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 9, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:01 | from 18:49 |
|---|
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 (05:48–18:49) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (18:49–19:03) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Kalashtami · Kalabhairava
The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:03–21:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Madhya Ashtami (Pitru Paksha) · Pitris (ancestors)
The middle of Pitru Paksha: shraddha for ancestors who departed on the eighth lunar day; on this day many also observe the Mahalakshmi and Jivitputrika Vrats.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:45–16:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ashtami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Samvartaka Yoga 05:48–11:01
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:48–18:49 Anandadi: Saumya 18:49–05:50 (10.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:23–05:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:52 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 19:03–19:25 |
| Pradosha | 19:03–21:13 |
| Nishitha | 00:05–00:48 (10.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:48–17:18 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:24–19:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:26–14:05 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:45–17:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:17–18:10 |
| Varjyam | 11:17–12:47, 00:04–01:34 (10.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:48–11:01
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 05:48–11:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:48–11:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:48–15:16, 17:12–18:19 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 18:49, Mrigashirsha from 18:49; tithi Krishna-saptami until 11:01, Krishna-ashtami from 11:01; lagna Simha 05:48, Kanya 06:27, Tula 09:27, Vrischika 12:29, Dhanu 15:16, Makara 17:12, Kumbha 18:19
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 18:49) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 18:49) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 11:01–19:03: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:48–18:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:48–18:490 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Ashtami 11:01–05:50 (10.09)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 05:48–11:01
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 | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Siddhi; auspicious time — until 08:47 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-navami |
| Festivals | Avidhava Navami (Matri Navami) |
At sunrise 05:50
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 08:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 17:19 more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 18:26 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 08:47 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:47 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 08:47 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:19 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 18:26 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 19:39 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:50 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 19:01 |
| End of twilight | 19:38 |
| Moonrise | 23:20 |
| Moonset | 14:56 |
| Day length | 13 h 10 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 08:47 | from 17:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (05:50–17:19) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Avidhava Navami (Matri Navami) · Pitris (ancestors)
Shraddha for mothers and married women who died before their husbands; it is performed on the ninth day of Pitru Paksha.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:44–16:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-navami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:50–17:19 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:50–17:19
Anandadi: Ananda 05:50–17:19 Anandadi: Kaladanda 17:19–05:52 (11.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:24–05:07 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:52 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:30 |
| Godhuli | 19:01–19:22 |
| Pradosha | 19:01–21:11 |
| Nishitha | 00:05–00:48 (11.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:04–10:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:29–09:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:47–12:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:04–15:43 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:52–13:44, 15:30–16:23 |
| Varjyam | 01:10–02:40 (11.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:23–08:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 17:19, Ardra from 17:19; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 08:47, Krishna-navami from 08:47; lagna Simha 05:50, Kanya 06:23, Tula 09:24, Vrischika 12:25, Dhanu 15:12, Makara 17:08, Kumbha 18:15, Mina 19:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 17:19) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 17:19) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 05:50–08:47: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 08:47–19:01: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 18:26–19:01: 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 = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 08:47
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:50–17:19+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:50–18:26+1 Anandadi: Ananda 05:50–17:19+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:50–17:19+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 17:19–05:52 (11.09)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 17:19–05:52 (11.09)0 Vyatipata 18:26–05:52 (11.09)−2 Rikta tithi 08:47–05:52 (11.09)
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 | Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower) Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dashami |
At sunrise 05:52
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 06:30 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 15:46 more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 15:27 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:30 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:30 | tithi Krishna-dashami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:30 | karana Vanija |
| from 15:27 | yoga Variyana |
| from 15:46 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 17:21 | karana Vishti |
| from 04:12 (12.09) | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 04:12 (12.09) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:14 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:52 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 18:58 |
| End of twilight | 19:36 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 15:56 |
| Day length | 13 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 2, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:30 | from 15:46 |
|---|
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, Punarvasu (15:46–18:58) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:21–18:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dashami
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 05:52–15:46 Krakacha Yoga 06:30–04:12 (12.09) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:12–05:54 (12.09)
Anandadi: Chara 05:52–15:46 Anandadi: Sthira 15:46–05:54 (12.09)
- Bhadra in heaven: 17:21–04:12 (12.09); Bhadra Puchha 18:59–20:04; Bhadra Mukha 20:04–21:52
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:50–04:34 (12.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:25–05:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:51 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:58–19:20 |
| Pradosha | 18:58–21:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:04–00:48 (12.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:25–07:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:42–17:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:09–10:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:25–14:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:29–09:22, 23:20–00:04 (12.09) |
| Varjyam | 03:01–04:31 (12.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:04–18:11
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 17:04–18:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:04–18:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:19–15:46, 17:04–18:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 15:46, Punarvasu from 15:46; tithi Krishna-navami until 06:30, Krishna-dashami from 06:30; lagna Simha 05:52, Kanya 06:19, Tula 09:20, Vrischika 12:21, Dhanu 15:08, Makara 17:04, Kumbha 18:11, Mina 18:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 15:46) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 15:46) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 05:52–06:30: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 05:52–15:27: 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −15
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata, Kshaya tithi
+1 Anandadi: Chara 05:52–15:460 Yoga Variyana 15:27–05:54 (12.09)0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:46–05:54 (12.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:21–04:12 (12.09)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:30–04:12 (12.09)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:52–15:46−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 05:52–06:30−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:30–04:12 (12.09)−3 Vyatipata 05:52–15:27−3 Yamaghanta 05:52–15:46
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Variyana; cons: Anandadi: Gada Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| Festivals | Indira Ekadashi |
At sunrise 05:54
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 01:58 (13.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 14:15 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 12:30 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 15:04 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 12:30 | yoga Parigha |
|---|---|
| from 14:15 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 15:04 | karana Balava |
| from 01:58 (13.09) | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
| from 01:58 (13.09) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:54 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 18:55 |
| End of twilight | 19:33 |
| Moonrise | 00:20 |
| Moonset | 16:46 |
| Day length | 13 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (05:54–14:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (14:15–18:55) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Indira Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of Pitru Paksha (dark half of Bhadrapada). The fast is dedicated to the ancestors: its merit is offered to the departed, and shraddha is performed.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:12–01:58 (13.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:26–08:31 (13.09)
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-ekadashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:58–05:56 (13.09)
Anandadi: Matanga 14:15–05:56 (13.09) Anandadi: Gada 05:54–14:15
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:27–05:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:55–19:17 |
| Pradosha | 18:55–21:08 |
| Nishitha | 00:04–00:48 (13.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:00–13:30 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:25–14:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:32–09:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:47–12:25 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:59–12:51 |
| Varjyam | 21:47–23:17 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:16–12:17, 17:00–18:07
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 06:16–12:17, 17:00–18:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:16–12:17, 17:00–18:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:16–15:04, 17:00–18:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 14:15, Pushya from 14:15; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Simha 05:54, Kanya 06:16, Tula 09:16, Vrischika 12:17, Dhanu 15:04, Makara 17:00, Kumbha 18:07, Mina 18:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 14:15) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 14:15) — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
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
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:54–14:15+1 Yoga Variyana 05:54–12:30+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Matanga 14:15–05:56 (13.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Yoga Parigha 12:30–23:03−1 Anandadi: Gada 05:54–14:15
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 12:49 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
At sunrise 05:56
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 23:51 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 12:49 more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 09:36 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 12:53 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:36 | yoga Shiva |
|---|---|
| from 12:49 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 12:53 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:51 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| from 23:51 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:56 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 18:53 |
| End of twilight | 19:30 |
| Moonrise | 01:29 |
| Moonset | 17:27 |
| Day length | 12 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 12:49 |
|---|
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 (05:56–12:49) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvadashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:56–12:49 Guru Pushya Yoga 05:56–12:49 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:56–12:49
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 12:49–23:51
Anandadi: Shubha 05:56–12:49 Anandadi: Amrita 12:49–05:58 (14.09)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:51–17:16 (14.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:28–05:12 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:50 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:26 |
| Godhuli | 18:53–19:15 |
| Pradosha | 18:53–21:06 |
| Nishitha | 00:03–00:48 (14.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:48–08:19 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:01–15:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:56–07:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:10–10:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:15–11:07, 15:26–16:17 |
| Varjyam | 00:57–02:28 (14.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:12–12:13
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:12–12:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:12–12:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:56–15:00, 16:56–18:03 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya until 12:49, Ashlesha from 12:49; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Simha 05:56, Kanya 06:12, Tula 09:12, Vrischika 12:13, Dhanu 15:00, Makara 16:56, Kumbha 18:03, Mina 18:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 12:49) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 12:49) — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 12:49
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:56–12:49+2 Pushya 05:56–12:49+1 Anandadi: Shubha 05:56–12:49+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 09:36–05:58 (14.09)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 12:49–23:51 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 12:49–05:58 (14.09)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Anandadi: Mrityu Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
| Festivals | Kanya Sankranti (Vishwakarma Puja) · Pradosha Vrat · Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 05:58
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 21:56 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 4 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 11:33 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 06:49 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:51 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:49 | yoga Siddha |
|---|---|
| from 10:51 | karana Vanija |
| from 11:33 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 21:56 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 21:56 | karana Vishti |
| from 04:14 (15.09) | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:58 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 18:50 |
| End of twilight | 19:27 |
| Moonrise | 02:44 |
| Moonset | 18:00 |
| Day length | 12 h 52 min |
Sky
| Kanya Sankranti | 20:49 — the Sun enters Kanya (Virgo) |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (11:33–18:50) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Kanya Sankranti (Vishwakarma Puja) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Virgo. Vishwakarma Puja — worship of the divine architect: tools, workshop machinery and vehicles are blessed.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 12:24–18:50
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Pradosha Vrat · Shiva
A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:50–21:04
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:03–00:47 (15.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-trayodashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Mrityu 05:58–11:33 Anandadi: Kana 11:33–06:00 (15.09)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:56–09:04 (15.09); Bhadra Mukha 21:56–23:47; Bhadra Puchha 07:59–09:07 (15.09)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:51–17:16
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:29–05:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:50 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:33–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:50–19:12 |
| Pradosha | 18:50–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:03–00:47 (15.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:02–11:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:48–12:24 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:37–17:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:35–09:11 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:32–09:24, 12:50–13:41 |
| Varjyam | 23:02–00:34 (15.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:08–14:56, 16:53–18:00 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 11:33, Magha from 11:33; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Simha 05:58, Kanya 06:08, Tula 09:08, Vrischika 12:09, Dhanu 14:56, Makara 16:53, Kumbha 18:00, Mina 18:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 11:33) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 11:33) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 20:49 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day
+2 Yoga Siddha 06:49–04:14 (15.09)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Gandanta 05:58–17:16−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:58–11:33−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:58–11:33
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| Festivals | Ghata Chaturdashi (Shastrahata Shraddha) |
At sunrise 06:00
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 20:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 10:31 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 01:53 (16.09) more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:04 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:04 | karana Shakuni |
|---|---|
| from 10:31 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 20:18 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 20:18 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 01:53 (16.09) | yoga Shubha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:00 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 18:47 |
| End of twilight | 19:25 |
| Moonrise | 04:03 |
| Moonset | 18:27 |
| Day length | 12 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:31 |
|---|
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 (06:00–10:31) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (10:31–18:47) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:00–09:04: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 09:04–18:47: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:00–18:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Ghata Chaturdashi (Shastrahata Shraddha) · Pitris (ancestors)
Shraddha for those who died a violent death — by weapons or in an accident; it is performed on the fourteenth day of Pitru Paksha.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:40–16:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:00–20:18
Anandadi: Padma 06:00–10:31 Anandadi: Lumbaka 10:31–06:02 (16.09)
- Bhadra on earth: 21:56 (14.09)–09:04; Bhadra Mukha 21:56–23:47 (14.09); Bhadra Puchha 07:59–09:07
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:31–05:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:49 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:23 |
| Godhuli | 18:47–19:10 |
| Pradosha | 18:47–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:02–00:47 (16.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 08:13–09:45, 03:36–05:09 (16.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:12–10:48 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:00–15:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:00–07:36 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:00–06:51, 06:51–07:42 |
| Varjyam | 18:17–19:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 10:31, Purva-Phalguni from 10:31; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Simha 06:00, Kanya 06:04, Tula 09:04, Vrischika 12:05, Dhanu 14:52, Makara 16:49, Kumbha 17:56, Mina 18:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 10:31) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 10:31) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 06:00–18:47: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 06:00–09:04: 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:
- 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 = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:00–20:18+1 Anandadi: Padma 06:00–10:31+1 Yoga Sadhya 06:00–01:53 (16.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Bhadra on earth 06:00–09:04−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 10:31–06:02 (16.09)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:00–10:31−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:00–20:18
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 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Amavasya |
| Festivals | Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya · Bhadrapada Amavasya |
At sunrise 06:02
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 19:02 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 09:49 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 23:51 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 07:37 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:37 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 09:49 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 19:02 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 19:02 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 23:51 | yoga Shukla |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:02 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 18:45 |
| End of twilight | 19:22 |
| Moonrise | 05:21 |
| Moonset | 18:51 |
| Day length | 12 h 42 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 19:02 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:49 |
|---|
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 (06:02–09:49) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (09:49–18:45) is good for sowing.
- Chatushpada 06:02–07:37: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 07:37–18:45: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The main day of Pitru Paksha: shraddha for all ancestors, including those whose date of death is unknown. Navaratri begins the next day; in Bengal Mahalaya is the invocation of Durga to earth.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:40–16:12
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhadrapada Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Bhadrapada — Mahalaya, Sarva Pitru Amavasya: the end of Pitru Paksha, shraddha for all ancestors.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:18 (15.09)–19:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Amavasya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:49–06:04 (17.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:02–06:04 (17.09)
Anandadi: Chhatra 06:02–09:49 Anandadi: Mitra 09:49–06:04 (17.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 18:39–19:25
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:32–05:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:49 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:45–19:07 |
| Pradosha | 18:45–21:01 |
| Nishitha | 00:02–00:47 (17.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:25–04:00 (17.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:09–18:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:23–13:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:34–17:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:03–17:54 |
| Varjyam | 16:56–18:30 |
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 09:49–14:48, 16:45–17:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 09:49, Uttara-Phalguni from 09:49; tithi Amavasya; lagna Kanya 06:02, Tula 09:00, Vrischika 12:01, Dhanu 14:48, Makara 16:45, Kumbha 17:52, Mina 18:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 09:49) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 09:49) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 06:02–18:45: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
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.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:49–06:04 (17.09)+2 Yoga Shubha 06:02–23:51+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 06:02–09:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:49–06:04 (17.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:02–09:49−3 Amavasya 06:02–19:02
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 09:32 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 1 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana |
At sunrise 06:04
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 18:14 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 09:32 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 22:12 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 06:34 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:34 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 09:32 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 18:14 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 18:14 | karana Balava |
| from 22:12 | yoga Brahma |
| from 06:02 (18.09) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:04 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 18:42 |
| End of twilight | 19:19 |
| Moonrise | 06:38 |
| Moonset | 19:12 |
| Day length | 12 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:32 | from 18:14 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (06:04–09:32) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (09:32–18:42) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Kimstughna 06:04–06:34: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sharad Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The start of the autumn (Sharad) Navaratri — the principal one of the year. The kalasha is installed in the morning, in the first third of the day, while Pratipada lasts (if that is not possible — at Abhijit Muhurta); for nine nights the nine forms of Durga are worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 19:02 (16.09)–18:14
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 06:04–10:17
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:58–12:48
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 1
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:14–06:06 (18.09)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:04–09:32 Anandadi: Vajra 09:32–06:06 (18.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:33–05:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:48 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:29–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:42–19:05 |
| Pradosha | 18:42–20:59 |
| Nishitha | 00:01–00:47 (18.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:41–05:18 (18.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:39–09:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:48–12:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:58–15:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:48–13:39, 15:20–16:11 |
| Varjyam | 18:00–19:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:04–18:32
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 06:04–18:32 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:04–18:32 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:04–18:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 09:32, Hasta from 09:32; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 18:14, Shukla-dvitya from 18:14; lagna Kanya 06:04, Tula 08:56, Vrischika 11:57, Dhanu 14:44, Makara 16:41, Kumbha 17:48, Mina 18:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 09:32) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 09:32) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 09:32
+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 06:04–09:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:04–09:32+1 Yoga Shukla 06:04–22:12+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 18:14–06:06 (18.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:14–06:06 (18.09)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 09:32–06:06 (18.09)
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 | Favourable day — Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Saumya; auspicious time — until 09:45 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 2 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 06:06
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 09:45 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 20:59 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:58 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:45 | nakshatra Chitra |
|---|---|
| from 17:58 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 17:58 | karana Taitila |
| from 20:59 | yoga Indra |
| from 06:03 (19.09) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:06 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 18:40 |
| End of twilight | 19:17 |
| Moonrise | 07:53 |
| Moonset | 19:34 |
| Day length | 12 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 11, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:45 | from 17:58 |
|---|
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 (06:06–09:45) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (09:45–18:40) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
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, 18:40–19:34
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:40–19:34
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 2
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 09:45–17:58 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:58–06:08 (19.09)
Anandadi: Saumya 06:06–09:45 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 09:45–06:08 (19.09)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:35–05:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:48 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:19 |
| Godhuli | 18:40–19:02 |
| Pradosha | 18:40–20:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:01–00:47 (19.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:55–05:34 (19.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:31–17:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:14–10:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:23–13:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:37–09:27, 23:15–00:01 (19.09) |
| Varjyam | 18:00–19:39 |
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 06:06–11:53, 16:37–17:44, 17:58–18:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 09:45, Chitra from 09:45; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 17:58, Shukla-tritya from 17:58; lagna Kanya 06:06, Tula 08:52, Vrischika 11:53, Dhanu 14:40, Makara 16:37, Kumbha 17:44, Mina 18:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 09:45) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 09:45) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 09:45
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:06–20:59+1 Anandadi: Saumya 06:06–09:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:06–09:45+1 Auspicious tithi 06:06–17:580 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:58–06:08 (19.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 09:45–17:58−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 09:45–06:08 (19.09)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 10:32 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 3 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:08
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 18:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 10:32 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 20:14 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:18 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:32 | nakshatra Swati |
|---|---|
| from 18:18 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 18:18 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:14 | yoga Vaidhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:08 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 18:37 |
| End of twilight | 19:14 |
| Moonrise | 09:06 |
| Moonset | 19:55 |
| Day length | 12 h 29 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 3, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:32 | from 18:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (06:08–10:32) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (10:32–18:37) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 3
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 10:32–06:10 (20.09)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–18:18 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–18:18
Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:08–10:32 Anandadi: Dhumra 10:32–06:10 (20.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:36–05:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:37–19:00 |
| Pradosha | 18:37–20:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:00–00:46 (20.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:36–04:18 (20.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:22–13:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:41–09:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:49–12:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:57–12:47 |
| Varjyam | 16:27–18:09 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:08–11:50, 16:33–17:40
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:08–11:50, 16:33–17:40 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:08–11:50, 16:33–17:40 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:08–14:36, 16:33–17:40 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 10:32, Swati from 10:32; tithi Shukla-tritya until 18:18, Shukla-chaturti from 18:18; lagna Kanya 06:08, Tula 08:48, Vrischika 11:50, Dhanu 14:36, Makara 16:33, Kumbha 17:40, Mina 18:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 10:32) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 10:32) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 18:18–18:37: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 10:32
+2 Yoga Indra 06:08–20:14+2 Ravi Yoga 10:32–06:10 (20.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:08–10:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:08–18:180 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–18:18 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–18:18 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Rikta tithi 18:18–06:10 (20.09)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:08–10:32
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 4 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 06:10
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 19:15 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 11:55 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 19:58 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:42 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 11:55 | nakshatra Vishakha |
| from 19:15 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 19:15 | karana Bava |
| from 19:58 | yoga Vishkambha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:10 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 18:34 |
| End of twilight | 19:11 |
| Moonrise | 10:17 |
| Moonset | 20:19 |
| Day length | 12 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:10–11:55) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (11:55–18:34) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:42–18:34: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 4: Kushmanda · Durga
Navaratri day. Kushmanda — she who created the universe with her smile; grants health and strength.
Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha
The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:08–13:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 4
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:10–11:55 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:15–06:12 (21.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:10–19:15
Anandadi: Sthira 06:10–11:55 Anandadi: Vardhamana 11:55–06:12 (21.09)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:42–19:15; Bhadra Mukha 06:47–08:51; Bhadra Puchha 18:00–19:15
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:37–05:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:47 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:16 |
| Godhuli | 18:34–18:58 |
| Pradosha | 18:34–20:54 |
| Nishitha | 00:00–00:46 (21.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:21–06:05 (21.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:55–15:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:10–07:43 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:16–10:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:18–11:08, 15:16–16:05 |
| Varjyam | 17:58–19:42 |
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 06:10–14:32, 16:29–17:36 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 11:55, Vishakha from 11:55; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Kanya 06:10, Tula 08:44, Vrischika 11:46, Dhanu 14:32, Makara 16:29, Kumbha 17:36, Mina 18:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 11:55) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 11:55) — loss of money; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:10–18:34: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 06:10–18:34: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:10–11:55+1 Anandadi: Sthira 06:10–11:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:10–11:55+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:10–19:15−2 Rikta tithi 06:10–19:15−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:42–19:15−3 Vaidhriti 06:10–19:58
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 13:52 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 5 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:12
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 20:47 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 13:52 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 20:08 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 07:57 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:57 | karana Balava |
|---|---|
| from 13:52 | nakshatra Anuradha |
| from 20:08 | yoga Priti |
| from 20:47 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 20:47 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:12 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 18:32 |
| End of twilight | 19:09 |
| Moonrise | 11:25 |
| Moonset | 20:45 |
| Day length | 12 h 20 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:52 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (06:12–13:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (13:52–18:32) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 5: Skandamata · Durga
Navaratri day. Skandamata — the mother of Skanda, holding her son on her lap; grants motherly grace.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 5
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 13:52–06:14 (22.09) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:52–06:14 (22.09) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:47–06:14 (22.09)
Anandadi: Matanga 06:12–13:52 Anandadi: Rakshasa 13:52–06:14 (22.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 20:22–21:13
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:39–05:25 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:32–18:55 |
| Pradosha | 18:32–20:52 |
| Nishitha | 23:59–00:46 (22.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:51–06:37 (22.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:49–12:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:27–16:59 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:44–09:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:40–09:29, 12:46–13:36 |
| Varjyam | 18:17–20:02 |
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 13:52–14:28, 16:25–17:32, 18:17–18:32 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 13:52, Anuradha from 13:52; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Kanya 06:12, Tula 08:40, Vrischika 11:42, Dhanu 14:28, Makara 16:25, Kumbha 17:32, Mina 18:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 13:52) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 13:52) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +5
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 13:52
+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:52–06:14 (22.09)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 06:12–13:52+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:12–20:47+1 Ravi Yoga 13:52–06:14 (22.09)0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:52–06:14 (22.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 13:52–06:14 (22.09)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 6 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 06:14
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 22:49 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 16:19 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:41 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:45 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:45 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 16:19 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 20:41 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 22:49 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 22:49 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:14 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 18:29 |
| End of twilight | 19:06 |
| Moonrise | 12:29 |
| Moonset | 21:16 |
| Day length | 12 h 15 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 8, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:19 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (06:14–16:19) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (16:19–18:29) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Katyayani · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband.
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:47 (21.09)–22:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 6
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:14–16:19
Krakacha Yoga 06:14–22:49 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:49–06:16 (23.09)
Anandadi: Amrita 06:14–16:19 Anandadi: Musala 16:19–06:16 (23.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:40–05:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:29–18:53 |
| Pradosha | 18:29–20:50 |
| Nishitha | 23:59–00:46 (23.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:51–06:37 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:17–10:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:53–15:25 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:14–07:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:14–07:03, 07:03–07:52 |
| Varjyam | 22:35–00:22 (23.09) |
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 06:14–14:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 16:19, Jyestha from 16:19; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Kanya 06:14, Tula 08:36, Vrischika 11:38, Dhanu 14:24, Makara 16:21, Kumbha 17:28, Mina 18:13
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 16:19) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 16:19) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:14–16:19+1 Anandadi: Amrita 06:14–16:19+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:14–16:19+1 Yoga Priti 06:14–20:410 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 16:19–06:16 (23.09)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:19–06:16 (23.09)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 06:14–22:49
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 — Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Kana |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7 · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:16
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 01:09 (24.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 19:08 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 21:29 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:57 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:57 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 19:08 | nakshatra Mula |
| from 21:29 | yoga Saubhagya |
| from 01:09 (24.09) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 01:09 (24.09) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:16 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 18:26 |
| End of twilight | 19:03 |
| Moonrise | 13:29 |
| Moonset | 21:53 |
| Day length | 12 h 10 min |
Sky
| Autumnal equinox | 07:03 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 4, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (06:16–18:26) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 7: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 7
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:08–06:17 (24.09) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 19:08–06:17 (24.09)
Samvartaka Yoga 06:16–01:09 (24.09) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 19:08–01:09 (24.09)
Anandadi: Siddhi 19:08–06:17 (24.09) Anandadi: Kana 06:16–19:08
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:09–14:23 (24.09); Bhadra Puchha 03:08–04:28 (24.09); Bhadra Mukha 04:28–06:40 (24.09)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:24–01:52 (24.09)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:41–05:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:23–15:11 |
| Godhuli | 18:26–18:50 |
| Pradosha | 18:26–20:49 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–00:46 (24.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:18–11:05 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:55–18:26 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:21–13:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:24–16:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:49–17:38 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:16–11:34, 16:17–17:24, 18:09–18:26
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:16–11:34, 16:17–17:24, 18:09–18:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:16–11:34, 16:17–17:24, 18:09–18:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:16–14:21, 16:17–17:24, 18:09–18:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Kanya 06:16, Tula 08:32, Vrischika 11:34, Dhanu 14:21, Makara 16:17, Kumbha 17:24, Mina 18:09
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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.
+1 Yoga Ayushman 06:16–21:29+1 Auspicious tithi 06:16–01:09 (24.09)0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:16–19:08−3 Anandadi: Kana 06:16–19:08−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:16–01:09 (24.09)
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 | Avoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) · Saraswati Avahana |
At sunrise 06:17
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 03:37 (25.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 22:06 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 22:24 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:23 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:23 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 22:06 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
| from 22:24 | yoga Shobhana |
| from 03:37 (25.09) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 03:37 (25.09) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:17 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 18:24 |
| End of twilight | 19:01 |
| Moonrise | 14:23 |
| Moonset | 22:36 |
| Day length | 12 h 06 min |
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 |
|---|
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 (06:17–18:24) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:17–14:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami) · Durga
The main day of Durga Puja: the Goddess is worshipped as Mahagauri, and Kanya Puja is performed. At the junction of Ashtami and Navami, Sandhi Puja is held — the time of the Goddess’s victory over Chanda and Munda.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:09–03:37 (25.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Sandhi Puja: 03:13–04:01 (25.09)
Navaratri, day 8: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
Saraswati Avahana · Saraswati
The invocation of Saraswati during Navaratri under the Mula nakshatra: books and musical instruments are placed before the goddess, and study is set aside until Vijayadashami.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:33–15:58
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 8
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 22:06–02:04 (25.09)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:17–22:06 Anandadi: Utpata 22:06–06:19 (25.09)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:09–14:23; Bhadra Puchha 03:08–04:28; Bhadra Mukha 04:28–06:40
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:43–05:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 18:24–18:48 |
| Pradosha | 18:24–20:47 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–00:45 (25.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:54–16:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:48–09:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:50–12:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:51–15:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:45–13:33, 15:10–15:58 |
| Varjyam | 20:18–22:06 |
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 06:17–14:17, 16:13–17:20, 18:05–18:24 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Kanya 06:17, Tula 08:28, Vrischika 11:30, Dhanu 14:17, Makara 16:13, Kumbha 17:20, Mina 18:05
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 06:17–18:24: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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 Saubhagya 06:17–22:24+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 06:17–03:37 (25.09)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:17–22:06−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:17–03:37 (25.09)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:17–22:06−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:17–14:23
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Mitra, Yoga Shobhana; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 9 · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Maha Navami |
At sunrise 06:19
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 05:57 (26.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 00:59 (26.09) more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 23:15 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 16:49 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:49 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 23:15 | yoga Atiganda |
| from 00:59 (26.09) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 05:57 (26.09) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 05:57 (26.09) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:19 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 18:21 |
| End of twilight | 18:58 |
| Moonrise | 15:11 |
| Moonset | 23:26 |
| Day length | 12 h 01 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 3, bad — 10
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, Purva-Ashadha (06:19–18:21) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Maha Navami · Durga
The ninth and last day of Navaratri: worship of Siddhidatri; in South India — Ayudha Puja (blessing of tools and weapons) and the concluding homa.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:32–15:57
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 9: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn), day 9
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 00:59–06:21 (26.09)
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 00:59–06:21 (26.09) Krakacha Yoga 05:57–06:21 (26.09)
Anandadi: Mitra 06:19–00:59 (26.09) Anandadi: Manasa 00:59–06:21 (26.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:44–05:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:44 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–15:09 |
| Godhuli | 18:21–18:45 |
| Pradosha | 18:21–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–00:45 (26.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:36–21:24 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:21–16:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:20–10:50 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:20–13:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:44–09:32, 23:09–23:57 |
| Varjyam | 08:51–10:39 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:19–14:13, 16:09–17:16, 18:01–18:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Kanya 06:19, Tula 08:25, Vrischika 11:26, Dhanu 14:13, Makara 16:09, Kumbha 17:16, Mina 18:01
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 06:19–18:21: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:19–00:59 (26.09)+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:19–23:150 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:19–00:59 (26.09)−2 Rikta tithi 06:19–05:57 (26.09)
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 | Favourable day — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Ravi Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vijayadashami (Dussehra) |
At sunrise 06:21
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 07:56 (27.09) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 03:35 (27.09) more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 23:52 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 19:00 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 19:00 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 23:52 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 03:35 (27.09) | nakshatra Shravana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:21 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 18:18 |
| End of twilight | 18:55 |
| Moonrise | 15:51 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 11 h 57 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 3, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
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 (06:21–18:18) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) · Rama
The festival of the victory of good over evil: the victory of Rama over Ravana and of Durga over Mahishasura. Effigies of Ravana are burnt and Durga murtis are immersed in water; the day is favourable for new undertakings, especially at Vijaya Muhurta.
Rule: aparahna vyapini: the 4th fifth of the daytime, 13:32–15:55
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Vijaya Muhurta: 14:19–15:07
- Sharad Navaratri (autumn): Vijayadashami, closing day
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Chhatra 05:20–06:23 (27.09) Anandadi: Vajra 06:21–20:58 Anandadi: Mudgara 20:58–05:20 (27.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:45–05:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:19–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 18:18–18:43 |
| Pradosha | 18:18–20:43 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–00:45 (27.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:29–22:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:20–13:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:51–09:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:50–12:20 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:56–12:44 |
| Varjyam | 09:51–11:37 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:21–11:22, 16:05–17:12, 17:57–18:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:21–11:22, 16:05–17:12, 17:57–18:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:21–11:22, 16:05–17:12, 17:57–18:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:21–14:09, 16:05–17:12, 17:57–18:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Kanya 06:21, Tula 08:21, Vrischika 11:22, Dhanu 14:09, Makara 16:05, Kumbha 17:12, Mina 17:57
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +2
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:21–03:35 (27.09)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Chaturmasya0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta−1 Anandadi: Vajra 06:21–20:58−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Dhwaja |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:23
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 07:56 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 05:41 (28.09) more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 00:07 (28.09) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:56 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:56 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 07:56 | karana Vanija |
| from 20:44 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:07 (28.09) | yoga Dhriti |
| from 05:41 (28.09) | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:23 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 18:16 |
| End of twilight | 18:53 |
| Moonrise | 16:26 |
| Moonset | 00:23 |
| Day length | 11 h 52 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:56 |
|---|
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, Shravana (06:23–18:16) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:23–07:56 Ravi Yoga 06:23–05:41 (28.09)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:23–05:41 (28.09) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:41–06:25 (28.09)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:44–09:23 (28.09); Bhadra Puchha 01:45–03:01 (28.09); Bhadra Mukha 03:01–05:08 (28.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 07:30–08:21
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:47–05:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–15:06 |
| Godhuli | 18:16–18:40 |
| Pradosha | 18:16–20:42 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–00:45 (28.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:22–20:07 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:49–15:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:23–07:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:21–10:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:21–11:08, 15:06–15:53 |
| Varjyam | 07:56–09:40 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:23–11:18, 16:01–17:08, 17:53–18:16
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:23–11:18, 16:01–17:08, 17:53–18:16 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 06:23–07:56 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:23–11:18, 16:01–17:08, 17:53–18:16 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:23–14:05, 16:01–17:08, 17:53–18:16 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Shukla-dashami until 07:56, Shukla-ekadashi from 07:56; lagna Kanya 06:23, Tula 08:17, Vrischika 11:18, Dhanu 14:05, Makara 16:01, Kumbha 17:08, Mina 17:53
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +7
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:23–05:41 (28.09)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:23–05:41 (28.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:23–05:41 (28.09)+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:23–00:07 (28.09)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:23–07:560 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:23–07:560 Chaturmasya
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 09:23 |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Papankusha Ekadashi |
At sunrise 06:25
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:23 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:11 (29.09) more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 23:54 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:23 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:23 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:23 | karana Bava |
| from 21:52 | karana Balava |
| from 23:54 | yoga Shula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:25 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 18:13 |
| End of twilight | 18:50 |
| Moonrise | 16:56 |
| Moonset | 01:27 |
| Day length | 11 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:23 |
|---|
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:
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:25–09:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Papankusha Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi after Vijayadashami. The name means “a hook for sins”: fasting and worship of Padmanabha (Vishnu) guard against downfall and free one from misdeeds.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:56 (27.09)–09:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 06:27–08:48 (29.09)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:25–09:23
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:23–06:27 (29.09)
Anandadi: Prajapati all day
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 20:44 (27.09)–09:23; Bhadra Puchha 01:45–03:01; Bhadra Mukha 03:01–05:08
- Chora Panchaka: 18:31–06:45 (03.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:48–05:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–15:04 |
| Godhuli | 18:13–18:38 |
| Pradosha | 18:13–20:40 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–00:45 (29.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:08–21:50 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:51–12:19 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:16–16:45 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:54–09:22 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:47–09:34, 12:43–13:30 |
| Varjyam | 09:56–11:38 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:25–11:14, 15:58–17:04, 17:49–18:13
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:25–11:14, 15:58–17:04, 17:49–18:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:25–11:14, 15:58–17:04, 17:49–18:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:25–14:01, 15:58–17:04, 17:49–18:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 09:23, Shukla-dvadashi from 09:23; lagna Kanya 06:25, Tula 08:13, Vrischika 11:14, Dhanu 14:01, Makara 15:58, Kumbha 17:04, Mina 17:49
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 09:23
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:25–09:23+1 Anandadi: Prajapati all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:25–23:54+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:25–09:230 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:25–09:23−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:23–06:27 (29.09)
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 06:27
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 10:11 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:11 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 23:09 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 10:11 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:11 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
|---|---|
| from 10:11 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 10:11 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:20 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:09 | yoga Ganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:50 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:27 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 18:11 |
| End of twilight | 18:47 |
| Moonrise | 17:22 |
| Moonset | 02:35 |
| Day length | 11 h 43 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 07:11 | from 10:11 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (07:11–18:11) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Shani Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:11–20:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Dwipushkar Yoga 06:27–07:11
Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:27–07:11 Anandadi: Ananda 07:11–06:29 (30.09)
- Chora Panchaka: 18:31 (28.09)–06:45 (03.10)
Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:49–05:38 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–15:03 |
| Godhuli | 18:11–18:35 |
| Pradosha | 18:11–20:38 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–00:45 (30.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:33–02:13 (30.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:23–10:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:47–15:15 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:27–07:55 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:27–07:14, 07:14–08:01 |
| Varjyam | 14:38–16:17 |
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 06:27–11:10, 15:54–17:01, 17:45–18:11 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 07:11, Shatabhisha from 07:11; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 10:11, Shukla-triodashi from 10:11; lagna Kanya 06:27, Tula 08:09, Vrischika 11:10, Dhanu 13:57, Makara 15:54, Kumbha 17:01, Mina 17:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 07:11) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 07:11) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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: Ananda 07:11–06:29 (30.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:27–07:11+1 Auspicious tithi 10:11–06:29 (30.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 06:27–07:11−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Ashwina (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Saumya (No. 43) · Shaka 1771 · Vikram 1906 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:29
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 10:18 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 08:00 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 21:52 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 10:18 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:00 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
|---|---|
| from 10:18 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 10:18 | karana Gara |
| from 21:52 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 22:05 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:52 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:29 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:08 |
| End of twilight | 18:45 |
| Moonrise | 17:45 |
| Moonset | 03:47 |
| Day length | 11 h 38 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:00 | from 10:18 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (06:29–08:00) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:00–18:08) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 10:18–18:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:00–06:31 (01.10)
Anandadi: Chara 08:00–06:31 (01.10) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:29–08:00
- Chora Panchaka: 18:31 (28.09)–06:45 (03.10)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:51–05:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–15:02 |
| Godhuli | 18:08–18:33 |
| Pradosha | 18:08–20:37 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–00:44 (01.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:06–01:43 (01.10) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:41–18:08 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:19–13:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:13–16:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:35–17:21 |
| Varjyam | 14:27–16:03 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:29–10:18
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:29–10:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:29–08:00 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:29–10:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:29–10:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 08:00, Purva-Bhadra from 08:00; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 10:18, Shukla-chaturdashi from 10:18; lagna Kanya 06:29, Tula 08:05, Vrischika 11:06, Dhanu 13:53, Makara 15:50, Kumbha 16:57, Mina 17:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 08:00) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 08:00) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 10:18–18:08: 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
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 08:00–06:31 (01.10)+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:00–06:31 (01.10)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:29–08:00+1 Auspicious tithi 06:29–10:180 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:29–08:00−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:00–06:31 (01.10)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Rikta tithi 10:18–06:31 (01.10)
Patron: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. 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: Raudra (No. 54)
Shaka Samvat 1771 · Vikram Samvat 1906 · Kali Yuga 4950
Next year — Sadharana, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 14.03.1850
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: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: 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.
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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
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.
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.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
−1 — 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
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.
Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
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.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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
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: 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.
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
Only part of the disc is covered: the Sun’s by the Moon, or the Moon’s by the Earth’s shadow.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
A fortnight of ancestor rites — from Bhadrapada Purnima to Mahalaya. Each day shraddha is performed for those who departed on the corresponding tithi; weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are avoided at this time.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The fortnight of ancestor rites (shraddha) before Navaratri: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
The day of a visible eclipse and the Sutak before it: no new undertakings are begun, and no cooking or eating is done during Sutak; a time for japa, holy bath and dana.
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: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
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 Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
Deity: 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: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-dvitya
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 “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.
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.
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
One-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
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: 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)
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: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“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.
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.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
Inauspicious: 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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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
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: 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: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Group: 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: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
Inauspicious: 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.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
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.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Rikta. Deity: 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: 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)
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): 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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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: 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): 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 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-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
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
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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: 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): 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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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: 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 (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
Meaning: 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
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: 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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Planting and sowing are allowed.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Padmanabha; Aditya — Tvashtar. Full moon in nakshatra Ashwini. Ritu: Sharad.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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: 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: 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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Meaning: 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: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
Especially auspicious: 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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: 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: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Group: 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: 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)
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): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Auspicious: 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): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Meaning: 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)
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): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Meaning: 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)
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): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Meaning: 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: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
The main Navaratri, held in autumn in the month of Ashwina; it is followed by Vijayadashami (Dussehra).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
+1 — favourable 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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
no pruning or felling
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else