September 1852 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Adhika Bhadrapada (until 13.09), Nija Bhadrapada (from 14.09). Adhika Bhadrapada — intercalary month: annual festivals are, as a rule, moved to the following (Nija) month; no major undertakings are begun in it. Periods: all month — Chaturmasya; from 27.09 — Pitru Paksha. Major festivals: 17.09 Ganesha Chaturthi; 26.09 Ananta Chaturdashi.
Icons this month (21)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 3.09 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhruva after 14:50
Bharani (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 6.09 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra until 06:24
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 9.09 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Siddhi after 11:43
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. - 15.09 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Brahma until 15:47
Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business. - 16.09 Thu — Yoga Indra, Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra until 15:08
Chitra (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 22.09 Wed — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Shobhana until 10:03
Uttara-Ashadha (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 28.09 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra until 15:48
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. - 30.09 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa, Auspicious nakshatra
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.
Festivals
- 2.09 Thu Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka)
- 6.09 Mon Kalashtami
- 10.09 Fri Parama Ekadashi
- 11.09 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 12.09 Sun Masik Shivaratri
- 13.09 Mon Adhika Amavasya
- 13.09 Mon Somvati Amavasya
- 14.09 Tue Kanya Sankranti (Vishwakarma Puja)
- 14.09 Tue Chandra Darshan
- 16.09 Thu Hartalika Teej
- 17.09 Fri Ganesha Chaturthi
- 17.09 Fri Rishi Panchami
- 18.09 Sat Skanda Shashti
- 20.09 Mon Radha Ashtami
- 20.09 Mon Masik Durgashtami
- 23.09 Thu Parivartini Ekadashi (Parsva, Vamana)
- 24.09 Fri Vamana Jayanti
- 25.09 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 26.09 Sun Ananta Chaturdashi
- 27.09 Mon Purnima Vrat
- 27.09 Mon Purnima Shraddha (start of Pitru Paksha)
- 28.09 Tue Bhadrapada Purnima
Special muhurta yogas
- 2.09 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 3.09 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:37–14:50
- 5.09 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 06:25–20:45
- 6.09 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 6.09 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 23:17–05:45 (07.09)
- 9.09 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 9.09 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:55–05:51 (10.09)
- 9.09 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 02:55–05:51 (10.09)
- 15.09 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:01–15:47
- 19.09 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:55–06:10 (20.09)
- 24.09 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:18–07:31
- 28.09 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:26–15:48
- 30.09 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:30–21:32
Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Avoid starting important matters
- 1.09 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Utpata (unfavourable day)
- 4.09 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Tryahasparsha (unfavourable day)
- 5.09 Sun — Samvartaka Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra), Anandadi: Dhumra
- 8.09 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata, Krakacha Yoga (unfavourable day)
- 10.09 Fri — Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Parigha
- 12.09 Sun — Yamaghanta, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth (unfavourable day)
- 13.09 Mon — Amavasya, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 14.09 Tue — Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 17.09 Fri — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Gada
- 19.09 Sun — Kshaya tithi, Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Kana
- 20.09 Mon — Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi
- 26.09 Sun — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi, Panchaka
- 27.09 Mon — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
- 29.09 Wed — Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Utpata, Panchaka
Sky this month
- 14.09 New moon (Amavasya) 01:39
- 14.09 Kanya Sankranti 15:21 — the Sun enters Kanya (Virgo)
- 23.09 Autumnal equinox 00:40
- 28.09 Full moon (Purnima) 09:25
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 13.09 Adhika Masa
- all month Chaturmasya
- from 27.09 Pitru Paksha
- 28.08 14:14 – 2.09 11:52 Mrityu Panchaka
- 24.09 20:15 – 29.09 18:35 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Paridhavi (No. 46, “running about, restless”) — A restless year: bustle, fears, flight from danger; little stability. more
Northern samvatsara: Rudhirodgari. Shaka Samvat 1774, Vikram Samvat 1909, Kali Yuga 4953.
Adhika Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. more
Nija Bhadrapada (Nabhasya) — The month of Ganesha: Ganesha Chaturthi, Ananta Chaturdashi; the dark half is Pitru Paksha, the time of ancestor rites. more
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:33
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 23:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 09:06 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 02:49 (02.09) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 10:04 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:06 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 10:04 | karana Vishti |
| from 23:08 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 23:08 | karana Bava |
| from 02:49 (02.09) | yoga Vriddhi |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:54 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:33 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:23 |
| End of twilight | 20:02 |
| Moonrise | 20:40 |
| Moonset | 08:15 |
| Day length | 13 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 3, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:06 |
|---|
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, Uttara-Bhadra (05:33–09:06) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (09:06–19:23) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:04–19:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:33–09:06 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–23:08 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–23:08
Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:33–09:06 Anandadi: Utpata 09:06–05:35 (02.09)
- Bhadra on earth: 10:04–23:08; Bhadra Puchha 18:35–19:53; Bhadra Mukha 19:53–22:03
- Mrityu Panchaka: 14:14 (28.08)–11:52 (02.09)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:09–18:35 (02.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:12–04:53 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:42 |
| Godhuli | 19:23–19:44 |
| Pradosha | 19:23–21:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (02.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:49–05:35 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:28–14:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:17–09:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:45–12:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:01–12:56 |
| Varjyam | 22:29–00:16 (02.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:58–10:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:58–10:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 05:33–10:04 |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:58–10:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:58–15:46, 17:43–18:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 09:06, Revati from 09:06; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Simha 05:33, Kanya 06:58, Tula 09:58, Vrischika 12:59, Dhanu 15:46, Makara 17:43, Kumbha 18:50
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 09:06) — a good life; Revati (from 09:06) — 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:
- Bhadra on earth 10:04–19:23: 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 = −10
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 05:33–09:06+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:33–23:080 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:33–09:06−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–23:08−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–23:08−3 Anandadi: Utpata 09:06–05:35 (02.09)−3 Bhadra on earth 10:04–23:08
| Summary | Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; auspicious time — after 18:35 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) |
At sunrise 05:35
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 01:28 (03.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 11:52 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 03:42 (03.09) more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:16 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:52 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 12:16 | karana Balava |
| from 01:28 (03.09) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 01:28 (03.09) | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:42 (03.09) | yoga Dhruva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:35 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:21 |
| End of twilight | 19:59 |
| Moonrise | 20:52 |
| Moonset | 09:26 |
| Day length | 13 h 45 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:52 |
|---|
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, Revati (05:35–11:52) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vibhuvana Palaka) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 20:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:28–05:37 (03.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:35–01:28 (03.09)
Anandadi: Mitra 05:35–11:52 Anandadi: Manasa 11:52–05:37 (03.09)
- Mrityu Panchaka: 14:14 (28.08)–11:52
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:09–18:35
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:14–04:55 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:56 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:46–15:41 |
| Godhuli | 19:21–19:41 |
| Pradosha | 19:21–21:24 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:50 (03.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:11–10:58 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:11–15:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:35–07:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:02–10:45 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:10–11:05, 15:41–16:36 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati until 11:52, Ashwini from 11:52; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Simha 05:35, Kanya 06:54, Tula 09:54, Vrischika 12:56, Dhanu 15:42, Makara 17:39, Kumbha 18:46
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 11:52) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 11:52) — joy; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturti 05:35–19:21: 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
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 18:35
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 05:35–11:52+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:35–11:52+1 Yoga Vriddhi 05:35–03:42 (03.09)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:35–01:28 (03.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 05:35–18:35−1 Panchaka 05:35–11:52−2 Rikta tithi 05:35–01:28 (03.09)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 14:50 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:37
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 03:58 (04.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 14:50 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 04:41 (04.09) more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:42 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:42 | karana Taitila |
|---|---|
| from 14:50 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 03:58 (04.09) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 03:58 (04.09) | karana Gara |
| from 04:41 (04.09) | yoga Vyaghata |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:58 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:37 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:18 |
| End of twilight | 19:57 |
| Moonrise | 21:05 |
| Moonset | 10:37 |
| Day length | 13 h 40 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 14:50 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (14:50–19:18) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:37–14:50 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–05:39 (04.09)
Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:50–03:58 (04.09)
Anandadi: Vajra 05:37–14:50 Anandadi: Mudgara 14:50–05:39 (04.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 03:31–04:24 (04.09)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:15–04:56 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:55 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:44–15:39 |
| Godhuli | 19:18–19:39 |
| Pradosha | 19:18–21:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:08–00:49 (04.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 06:44–08:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:45–12:28 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:53–17:35 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:20–09:02 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:21–09:16, 12:55–13:50 |
| Varjyam | 10:20–12:08, 01:39–03:27 (04.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:50–12:52
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:50–12:52 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:50–12:52 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:50–14:50 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini until 14:50, Bharani from 14:50; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Simha 05:37, Kanya 06:50, Tula 09:50, Vrischika 12:52, Dhanu 15:38, Makara 17:35, Kumbha 18:42
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 14:50) — joy; Bharani (from 14:50) — 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
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 14:50
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:37–14:50+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:37–14:50+1 Yoga Dhruva 05:37–04:41 (04.09)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:37–03:58 (04.09)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:50–03:58 (04.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:50–05:39 (04.09)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 05:37–14:50
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:39
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:25 (05.09) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 17:52 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 05:38 (05.09) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 17:12 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 17:12 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 17:52 | nakshatra Krittika |
| from 05:38 (05.09) | yoga Harshana |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:00 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:39 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:16 |
| End of twilight | 19:54 |
| Moonrise | 21:20 |
| Moonset | 11:48 |
| Day length | 13 h 36 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 4, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:52 |
|---|
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, Bharani (05:39–17:52) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (17:52–19:16) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 17:52–05:41 (05.09)
Krakacha Yoga all day
Anandadi: Dhwaja 17:52–05:41 (05.09) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:39–17:52
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:16–04:58 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:55 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:43–15:38 |
| Godhuli | 19:16–19:36 |
| Pradosha | 19:16–21:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:07–00:49 (05.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:27–14:15 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:03–10:45 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:09–15:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:39–07:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:39–06:34, 06:34–07:28 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
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 17:52–18:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani until 17:52, Krittika from 17:52; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Simha 05:39, Kanya 06:46, Tula 09:46, Vrischika 12:48, Dhanu 15:34, Makara 17:31, Kumbha 18:38
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 17:52) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 17:52) — 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −9
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)
0 Ravi Yoga 17:52–05:41 (05.09)0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 17:52–05:41 (05.09)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:39–17:52−1 Yoga Vyaghata 05:39–08:25−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:39–17:52−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Krakacha Yoga all day
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Samvartaka Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:41
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:25 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 20:45 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 06:24 (06.09) more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 06:25 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:25 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 06:25 | karana Vishti |
| from 19:34 | karana Bava |
| from 20:45 | nakshatra Rohini |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:03 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:41 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:13 |
| End of twilight | 19:51 |
| Moonrise | 21:39 |
| Moonset | 13:00 |
| Day length | 13 h 31 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:25 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (05:41–19:13) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:25–19:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:41–20:45 Tripushkar Yoga 06:25–20:45
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–06:25 Samvartaka Yoga 06:25–05:43 (06.09)
Anandadi: Prajapati 20:45–05:43 (06.09) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:41–20:45
- Bhadra in heaven: 06:25–19:34; Bhadra Puchha 11:40–12:58; Bhadra Mukha 12:58–15:09
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 | 04:18–04:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:54 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:42–15:36 |
| Godhuli | 19:13–19:34 |
| Pradosha | 19:13–21:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:07–00:49 (06.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 18:04–19:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:31–19:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:27–14:09 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:50–17:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:25–18:19 |
| Varjyam | 07:18–09:06 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:42–12:44, 17:27–18:34
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 06:42–12:44, 17:27–18:34 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:42–12:44, 17:27–18:34 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:42–15:30, 17:27–18:34 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-shashti until 06:25, Krishna-saptami from 06:25; lagna Simha 05:41, Kanya 06:42, Tula 09:42, Vrischika 12:44, Dhanu 15:30, Makara 17:27, Kumbha 18:34
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:41–20:45+1 Yoga Harshana all day0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:41–06:25 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 06:25–20:45−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:41–20:45−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:25–19:34−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:25–05:43 (06.09)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — until 06:24 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 05:43
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 23:17 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 06:24 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:38 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:24 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 08:38 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
| from 08:38 | karana Balava |
| from 21:34 | karana Kaulava |
| from 23:17 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:05 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:43 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:10 |
| End of twilight | 19:49 |
| Moonrise | 22:04 |
| Moonset | 14:11 |
| Day length | 13 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:38 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (05:43–19:10) is good for sowing.
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, 19:10–21:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 23:17–05:45 (07.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–08:38
Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:43–23:17 Anandadi: Ananda 23:17–05:45 (07.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:19–05:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:54 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:41–15:35 |
| Godhuli | 19:10–19:31 |
| Pradosha | 19:10–21:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:07–00:49 (07.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 19:45–21:31 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:24–09:05 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:46–12:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:08–15:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:54–13:47, 15:35–16:29 |
| Varjyam | 14:26–16:13, 05:21–07:05 (07.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:38–08:38
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:38–08:38 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:38–08:38 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:38–15:27, 17:23–18:30 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-saptami until 08:38, Krishna-ashtami from 08:38; lagna Simha 05:43, Kanya 06:38, Tula 09:38, Vrischika 12:40, Dhanu 15:27, Makara 17:23, Kumbha 18:30
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 08:38–19:10: 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).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 06:24
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:43–23:17+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:43–23:17+1 Yoga Harshana 05:43–06:24+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–08:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 06:24–07:37−1 Ashtami 08:38–05:45 (07.09)
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: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Siddhi; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:45
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 10:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 01:15 (08.09) more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 06:49 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 10:22 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:49 | yoga Siddhi |
|---|---|
| from 10:22 | tithi Krishna-navami |
| from 10:22 | karana Taitila |
| from 23:00 | karana Gara |
| from 01:15 (08.09) | nakshatra Ardra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:45 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:08 |
| End of twilight | 19:46 |
| Moonrise | 22:38 |
| Moonset | 15:20 |
| Day length | 13 h 22 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (05:45–19:08) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:45–10:22
Yamaghanta 01:15–05:47 (08.09)
Anandadi: Chara 01:15–05:47 (08.09) Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:45–01:15 (08.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:20–05:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:53 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:40–15:34 |
| Godhuli | 19:08–19:29 |
| Pradosha | 19:08–21:16 |
| Nishitha | 00:06–00:49 (08.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:44–17:28 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:47–17:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:06–10:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:26–14:07 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:26–09:19, 23:23–00:06 (08.09) |
| Varjyam | 05:21–07:05 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:34–15:23, 17:19–18:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 10:22, Krishna-navami from 10:22; lagna Simha 05:45, Kanya 06:34, Tula 09:34, Vrischika 12:36, Dhanu 15:23, Makara 17:19, Kumbha 18:26
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 05:45–10:22: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 10:22–19:08: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:45–10:22+2 Yoga Siddhi 06:49–05:47 (08.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:45–01:15 (08.09)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 05:45–01:15 (08.09)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 10:22–05:47 (08.09)
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:47
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 11:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 02:30 (09.09) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 06:44 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 11:26 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:44 | yoga Vyatipata |
|---|---|
| from 11:26 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
| from 11:26 | karana Vanija |
| from 23:41 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:30 (09.09) | nakshatra Punarvasu |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:09 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:47 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:05 |
| End of twilight | 19:43 |
| Moonrise | 23:24 |
| Moonset | 16:23 |
| Day length | 13 h 18 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 7, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:26 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 05:47–11:26
Anandadi: Musala 05:47–02:30 (09.09) Anandadi: Gada 02:30–05:49 (09.09)
- Bhadra in heaven: 23:41–11:43 (09.09); Bhadra Puchha 01:24–02:37 (09.09); Bhadra Mukha 02:37–04:38 (09.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:22–05:04 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:39–15:32 |
| Godhuli | 19:05–19:27 |
| Pradosha | 19:05–21:14 |
| Nishitha | 00:06–00:48 (09.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:59–17:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:26–14:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:27–09:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:46–12:26 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:59–12:53 |
| Varjyam | 10:05–11:46 |
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 11:26–15:19, 17:15–18:22 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-navami until 11:26, Krishna-dashami from 11:26; lagna Simha 05:47, Kanya 06:30, Tula 09:31, Vrischika 12:32, Dhanu 15:19, Makara 17:15, Kumbha 18:22
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 05:47–11:26: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vyatipata 06:44–19:05: 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 = −8
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata
+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:47–06:44+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 11:26–05:49 (09.09)−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:47–02:30 (09.09)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:47–02:30 (09.09)−2 Rikta tithi 05:47–11:26−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:47–11:26−3 Vyatipata 06:44–05:49 (09.09)
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 11:43 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 05:49
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 02:55 (10.09) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 06:03 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:43 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:03 | yoga Variyana |
|---|---|
| from 11:43 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
| from 11:43 | karana Bava |
| from 23:32 | karana Balava |
| from 02:55 (10.09) | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 04:43 (10.09) | yoga Parigha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:49 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 19:03 |
| End of twilight | 19:40 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 17:16 |
| Day length | 13 h 13 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 11:43 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (05:49–19:03) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:49–11:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:49–11:43 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:49–02:55 (10.09) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 02:55–05:51 (10.09) Guru Pushya Yoga 02:55–05:51 (10.09)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:49–02:55 (10.09) Anandadi: Shubha 02:55–05:51 (10.09)
- Bhadra in heaven: 23:41 (08.09)–11:43; Bhadra Puchha 01:24–02:37; Bhadra Mukha 02:37–04:38
- Gandanta (tithi): 11:18–12:06
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dashami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:23–05:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:52 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:38–15:31 |
| Godhuli | 19:03–19:24 |
| Pradosha | 19:03–21:12 |
| Nishitha | 00:05–00:48 (10.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:28–02:06 (10.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:05–15:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:49–07:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:07–10:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:13–11:06, 15:31–16:24 |
| Varjyam | 14:42–16:20 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:27–12:28, 17:11–18:18
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 06:27–12:28, 17:11–18:18 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:27–12:28, 17:11–18:18 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:27–15:15, 17:11–18:18 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Krishna-dashami until 11:43, Krishna-ekadashi from 11:43; lagna Simha 05:49, Kanya 06:27, Tula 09:27, Vrischika 12:28, Dhanu 15:15, Makara 17:11, Kumbha 18:18
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vyatipata 05:49–06:03: 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
Best day · score S = +8
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 11:43
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:49–11:43+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:49–02:55 (10.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:49–02:55 (10.09)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:49–02:55 (10.09)+1 Yoga Variyana 06:03–04:43 (10.09)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Vyatipata 05:49–06:03−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:49–11:43−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:49–11:43
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Parama Ekadashi |
At sunrise 05:51
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 11:09 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 02:31 (11.09) more |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 02:42 (11.09) more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 11:09 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:09 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 11:09 | karana Kaulava |
| from 22:33 | karana Taitila |
| from 02:31 (11.09) | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 02:42 (11.09) | yoga Shiva |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:51 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 19:00 |
| End of twilight | 19:38 |
| Moonrise | 00:24 |
| Moonset | 17:58 |
| Day length | 13 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:09 |
|---|
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, Pushya (05:51–19:00) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Parama Ekadashi · Purushottama (Vishnu)
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Adhika Masa. The fast grants the highest good and prosperity; Purushottama (Vishnu) is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:43 (09.09)–11:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:53–08:30 (11.09)
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:51–11:09
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:09–05:53 (11.09) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 02:31–05:53 (11.09)
Anandadi: Utpata 05:51–02:31 (11.09) Anandadi: Mrityu 02:31–05:53 (11.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:24–05:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:52 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:37–15:29 |
| Godhuli | 19:00–19:22 |
| Pradosha | 19:00–21:10 |
| Nishitha | 00:05–00:48 (11.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:13–21:47 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:47–12:25 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:43–17:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:29–09:08 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:29–09:21, 12:52–13:44 |
| Varjyam | 10:47–12:21 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:23–12:24, 17:07–18:14
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 06:23–12:24, 17:07–18:14 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:23–12:24, 17:07–18:14 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:23–11:09 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 11:09, Krishna-dvadashi from 11:09; lagna Simha 05:51, Kanya 06:23, Tula 09:23, Vrischika 12:24, Dhanu 15:11, Makara 17:07, Kumbha 18:14, Mina 18:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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.
+2 Pushya 05:51–02:31 (11.09)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:51–11:09 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Yoga Parigha 05:51–15:42−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:09–05:53 (11.09)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 05:51–02:31 (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 | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Manasa, Yoga Shiva; cons: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 05:53
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 09:45 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 01:20 (12.09) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 00:03 (12.09) more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 09:45 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:45 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:45 | karana Gara |
| from 20:45 | karana Vanija |
| from 00:03 (12.09) | yoga Siddha |
| from 01:20 (12.09) | nakshatra Magha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:53 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 18:57 |
| End of twilight | 19:35 |
| Moonrise | 01:38 |
| Moonset | 18:30 |
| Day length | 13 h 04 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:45 |
|---|
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, 18:57–21:09
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:53–09:45
Anandadi: Manasa 05:53–01:20 (12.09) Anandadi: Padma 01:20–05:55 (12.09)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:42–06:56 (12.09)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:26–05:09 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:51 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:36–15:28 |
| Godhuli | 18:57–19:19 |
| Pradosha | 18:57–21:09 |
| Nishitha | 00:04–00:48 (12.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:49–01:20 (12.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:09–10:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:03–15:41 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:53–07:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:53–06:45, 06:45–07:37 |
| Varjyam | 14:41–16:12 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 09:45, Krishna-trayodashi from 09:45; lagna Simha 05:53, Kanya 06:19, Tula 09:19, Vrischika 12:20, Dhanu 15:07, Makara 17:03, Kumbha 18:10, Mina 18:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Manasa 05:53–01:20 (12.09)+1 Yoga Shiva 05:53–00:03 (12.09)0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:53–01:20 (12.09)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 05:53–09:45
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) Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 05:55
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 07:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 23:30 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 20:52 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:36 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:36 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 07:36 | karana Vishti |
| from 18:17 | karana Shakuni |
| from 20:52 | yoga Sadhya |
| from 23:30 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 04:51 (13.09) | tithi Amavasya |
| from 04:51 (13.09) | karana Chatushpada |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:17 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:55 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 18:55 |
| End of twilight | 19:32 |
| Moonrise | 03:02 |
| Moonset | 18:54 |
| Day length | 12 h 59 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (05:55–18:55) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:36–18:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shakuni 18:17–18:55: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:36–18:55: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:04–00:48 (13.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Yamaghanta 05:55–23:30
Anandadi: Chhatra 23:30–05:57 (13.09) Anandadi: Mudgara 05:55–23:30
- Bhadra on earth: 07:36–18:17; Bhadra Mukha 07:36–09:22; Bhadra Puchha 17:10–18:13
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:42 (11.09)–06:56
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:27–05:11 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:51 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:35–15:27 |
| Godhuli | 18:55–19:17 |
| Pradosha | 18:55–21:07 |
| Nishitha | 00:04–00:48 (13.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:17–22:46 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:17–18:55 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:25–14:02 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:40–17:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:11–18:03 |
| Varjyam | 12:25–13:54 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 07:36, Krishna-chaturdashi from 07:36; lagna Simha 05:55, Kanya 06:15, Tula 09:15, Vrischika 12:16, Dhanu 15:03, Makara 16:59, Kumbha 18:06, Mina 18:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 07:36–18:55: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 07:36–18:17: 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:
- 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
Unfavourable day · score S = −12
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: Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi
+2 Yoga Siddha 05:55–20:520 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 05:55–23:30−1 Gandanta 05:55–06:56−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:55–23:30−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:36–04:51 (13.09)−3 Bhadra on earth 07:36–18:17−3 Yamaghanta 05:55–23:30
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 Adhika Masa: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice. |
|---|---|
| Month | Adhika Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Adhika Masa · Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Somvati Amavasya · Adhika Amavasya |
At sunrise 05:57
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 01:39 (14.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 21:11 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 17:15 more |
| Karana | Chatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 15:17 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:17 | karana Naga |
|---|---|
| from 17:15 | yoga Shubha |
| from 21:11 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 01:39 (14.09) | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 01:39 (14.09) | karana Kimstughna |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:57 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 18:52 |
| End of twilight | 19:29 |
| Moonrise | 04:31 |
| Moonset | 19:14 |
| Day length | 12 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (05:57–18:52) is good for root crops.
- Chatushpada 05:57–15:17: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Naga 15:17–18:52: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Somvati Amavasya · Shiva
A new moon falling on a Monday. Married women circumambulate the peepal tree for their husbands’ long life; holy bathing in sacred rivers and charity are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:51–01:39 (14.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Adhika Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of the intercalary month: Purushottama Masa ends. Shraddha and charity on this day are especially meritorious.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:51–01:39 (14.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Adhika Masa
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:57–21:11 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 21:11–05:59 (14.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 01:18–01:59 (14.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:28–05:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:50 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:34–15:25 |
| Godhuli | 18:52–19:14 |
| Pradosha | 18:52–21:05 |
| Nishitha | 00:03–00:48 (14.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:24–16:51 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:34–09:10 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:47–12:24 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:01–15:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:50–13:42, 15:25–16:17 |
| Varjyam | 06:44–08:10, 03:35–05:01 (14.09) |
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 06:11–14:59, 16:56–18:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Amavasya; lagna Simha 05:57, Kanya 06:11, Tula 09:11, Vrischika 12:12, Dhanu 14:59, Makara 16:56, Kumbha 18:02, Mina 18:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 05:57–18:52: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:57–21:11+1 Yoga Sadhya 05:57–17:15+1 Auspicious weekday0 Adhika Masa0 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:57–21:11−3 Amavasya 05:57–01:39 (14.09)
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 — Sankranti day, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Kanya Sankranti (Vishwakarma Puja) · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 05:59
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 22:10 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 18:32 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 13:21 more |
| Karana | Kimstughna (fixed) · until 11:56 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Simha (Leo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:56 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 13:21 | yoga Shukla |
| from 18:32 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 22:10 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 22:10 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:59 |
| Noon | 12:25 |
| Sunset | 18:49 |
| End of twilight | 19:27 |
| Moonrise | 06:02 |
| Moonset | 19:31 |
| Day length | 12 h 50 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 01:39 |
|---|---|
| Kanya Sankranti | 15:21 — the Sun enters Kanya (Virgo) |
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 18:32 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (05:59–18:32) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (18:32–18:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Kimstughna 05:59–11:56: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
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, 15:21–18:49
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)
The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.
Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 18:49–19:31
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 18:49–19:31
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:59–22:10
Anandadi: Prajapati 05:59–18:32 Anandadi: Saumya 18:32–06:01 (15.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:30–05:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:50 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:32–15:24 |
| Godhuli | 18:49–19:12 |
| Pradosha | 18:49–21:04 |
| Nishitha | 00:03–00:47 (15.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:08–13:33 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:37–17:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:11–10:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:24–14:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:33–09:24, 23:18–00:03 (15.09) |
| Varjyam | 01:58–03:23 (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 06:07–14:55, 16:52–17:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 18:32, Hasta from 18:32; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Simha 05:59, Kanya 06:07, Tula 09:07, Vrischika 12:08, Dhanu 14:55, Makara 16:52, Kumbha 17:59, Mina 18:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 18:32) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 18:32) — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 15:21 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (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.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0
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 Shubha 05:59–13:21+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:59–18:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:59–18:320 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:59–22:10
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 15:47 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:01
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 18:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 15:47 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 09:18 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 08:23 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:23 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 09:18 | yoga Brahma |
| from 15:47 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 18:36 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
| from 18:36 | karana Taitila |
| from 04:51 (16.09) | karana Gara |
| from 05:16 (16.09) | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:01 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 18:47 |
| End of twilight | 19:24 |
| Moonrise | 07:34 |
| Moonset | 19:47 |
| Day length | 12 h 46 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:47 | from 18:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (06:01–15:47) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (15:47–18:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:01–15:47 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:01–18:36
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:36–06:02 (16.09) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:36–06:02 (16.09)
Anandadi: Ananda 06:01–15:47 Anandadi: Kaladanda 15:47–06:02 (16.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:31–05:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:31–15:22 |
| Godhuli | 18:47–19:09 |
| Pradosha | 18:47–21:02 |
| Nishitha | 00:02–00:47 (16.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:28–11:53 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:24–13:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:36–09:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:48–12:24 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:58–12:49 |
| Varjyam | 22:53–00:18 (16.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:03–12:04, 16:48–17:55
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:03–12:04, 16:48–17:55 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | good 06:03–12:04, 16:48–17:55 |
| Cutting toenails | average 06:01–18:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:03–14:51, 16:48–17:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta until 15:47, Chitra from 15:47; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 18:36, Shukla-tritya from 18:36; lagna Simha 06:01, Kanya 06:03, Tula 09:03, Vrischika 12:04, Dhanu 14:51, Makara 16:48, Kumbha 17:55, Mina 18:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 15:47) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 15:47) — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +10
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:47
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:01–15:47+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:01–18:36+1 Yoga Brahma 09:18–05:16 (16.09)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 06:01–15:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:01–15:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:01–18:360 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:36–06:02 (16.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:36–06:02 (16.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 15:47–06:02 (16.09)
| Summary | Best day — Yoga Indra, Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — until 15:08 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Hartalika Teej |
At sunrise 06:02
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 15:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 13:05 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:23 (17.09) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 15:08 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:05 | nakshatra Swati |
|---|---|
| from 15:08 | tithi Shukla-chaturti |
| from 15:08 | karana Vanija |
| from 01:23 (17.09) | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 01:28 (17.09) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:25 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:02 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 18:44 |
| End of twilight | 19:21 |
| Moonrise | 09:06 |
| Moonset | 20:04 |
| Day length | 12 h 41 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 2, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 13:05 | from 15:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (06:02–13:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (13:05–18:44) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Hartalika Teej · Shiva and Parvati
The fast of Parvati, who won Shiva as her husband through severe austerity: women fast without water and mould clay figures of Shiva and Parvati. In Karnataka this day is Gowri Habba.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:36 (15.09)–15:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 13:05–06:04 (17.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:08–06:04 (17.09)
Anandadi: Chara 06:02–13:05 Anandadi: Sthira 13:05–06:04 (17.09)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:28–11:54 (17.09); Bhadra Mukha 01:31–03:15 (17.09); Bhadra Puchha 10:52–11:54 (17.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:32–05:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:49 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:30–15:21 |
| Godhuli | 18:44–19:07 |
| Pradosha | 18:44–21:00 |
| Nishitha | 00:02–00:47 (17.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:24–08:49, 02:43–04:09 (17.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:58–15:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:02–07:38 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:13–10:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:16–11:07, 15:21–16:12 |
| Varjyam | 18:06–19:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:02–12:01
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 | good 06:02–12:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:02–12:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:02–14:47 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra until 13:05, Swati from 13:05; tithi Shukla-tritya until 15:08, Shukla-chaturti from 15:08; lagna Kanya 06:02, Tula 08:59, Vrischika 12:01, Dhanu 14:47, Makara 16:44, Kumbha 17:51, Mina 18:35
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 13:05) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 13:05) — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 15:08–18:44: 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 ends by 15:08
+2 Yoga Indra 06:02–01:23 (17.09)+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:02–13:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:02–13:05+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:02–15:08+1 Ravi Yoga 13:05–06:04 (17.09)0 Chaturmasya−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:08–06:04 (17.09)−1 Rikta tithi 15:08–06:04 (17.09)
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 — Vaidhriti, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ganesha Chaturthi · Rishi Panchami |
At sunrise 06:04
| Tithi | 4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 11:54 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 10:37 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 21:45 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 11:54 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:37 | nakshatra Vishakha |
|---|---|
| from 11:54 | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 11:54 | karana Bava |
| from 21:45 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 22:25 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:27 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:04 |
| Noon | 12:24 |
| Sunset | 18:41 |
| End of twilight | 19:19 |
| Moonrise | 10:37 |
| Moonset | 20:23 |
| Day length | 12 h 37 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 10:37 | from 11:54 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:04–10:37) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (10:37–18:41) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:04–11:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Ganesha Chaturthi · Ganesha
The appearance day of Ganesha and the start of the ten-day festival. The clay murti is installed at noon (Madhyahna), and modaks and durva grass are offered; on this evening devotees do not look at the Moon (mithya dosha). The festival ends with the immersion of the murti in water on Ananta Chaturdashi.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:07–11:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Do not look at the Moon: 10:37–11:54
Rishi Panchami · Saptarishi (the seven sages)
Worship of the seven sages (the Saptarishi — the seven stars of the Big Dipper). Fasting and a holy bath cleanse devotees, especially women, of unintentional breaches of the rules of purity.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:54–13:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:04–10:37
Anandadi: Matanga 10:37–06:06 (18.09) Anandadi: Gada 06:04–10:37
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:28–11:54; Bhadra Mukha 01:31–03:15; Bhadra Puchha 10:52–11:54
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:34–05:19 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:48 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:29–15:20 |
| Godhuli | 18:41–19:04 |
| Pradosha | 18:41–20:58 |
| Nishitha | 00:01–00:47 (18.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:30–01:57 (18.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:48–12:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:32–17:07 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:39–09:14 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:36–09:26, 12:48–13:39 |
| Varjyam | 15:44–17:11 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 10:37, Vishakha from 10:37; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 11:54, Shukla-panchami from 11:54; lagna Kanya 06:04, Tula 08:55, Vrischika 11:57, Dhanu 14:43, Makara 16:40, Kumbha 17:47, Mina 18:31
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 10:37) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 10:37) — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturti 06:04–11:54: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Vaidhriti 06:04–18:41: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:04–10:37+1 Anandadi: Matanga 10:37–06:06 (18.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:04–10:37+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:54–06:06 (18.09)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:04–11:54−1 Anandadi: Gada 06:04–10:37−2 Rikta tithi 06:04–11:54−3 Vaidhriti 06:04–21:45
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 | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti |
At sunrise 06:06
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 09:03 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 08:32 more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 18:29 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:03 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:32 | nakshatra Anuradha |
|---|---|
| from 09:03 | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 09:03 | karana Kaulava |
| from 18:29 | yoga Priti |
| from 19:49 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:06 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 18:39 |
| End of twilight | 19:16 |
| Moonrise | 12:08 |
| Moonset | 20:46 |
| Day length | 12 h 32 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 08:32 | from 09:03 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (06:06–08:32) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (08:32–18:39) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 09:03–06:08 (19.09)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 08:32–06:08 (19.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:06–09:03 Krakacha Yoga 09:03–06:08 (19.09)
Anandadi: Shubha 06:06–08:32 Anandadi: Amrita 08:32–06:08 (19.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:42–09:25
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:35–05:21 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:48 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:28–15:18 |
| Godhuli | 18:39–19:02 |
| Pradosha | 18:39–20:57 |
| Nishitha | 00:01–00:47 (19.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:14–22:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:14–10:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:57–15:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:06–07:40 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:06–06:57, 06:57–07:47 |
| Varjyam | 12:16–13:45 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:06–09:03
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 06:06–09:03 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:06–09:03 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:06–14:39, 16:36–17:43 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 08:32, Anuradha from 08:32; tithi Shukla-panchami until 09:03, Shukla-shashti from 09:03; lagna Kanya 06:06, Tula 08:51, Vrischika 11:53, Dhanu 14:39, Makara 16:36, Kumbha 17:43, Mina 18:27
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 08:32) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 08:32) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 08:32–06:08 (19.09)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 08:32–06:08 (19.09)+1 Auspicious tithi 06:06–09:03+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:32–06:08 (19.09)0 Yoga Priti 18:29–06:08 (19.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:06–09:03 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:03–06:08 (19.09)
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 — Kshaya tithi, Samvartaka Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:08
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 06:43 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 06:56 more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 15:40 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 06:43 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:43 | tithi Shukla-saptami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:43 | karana Gara |
| from 06:56 | nakshatra Jyestha |
| from 15:40 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 17:45 | karana Vanija |
| from 04:56 (20.09) | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 04:56 (20.09) | karana Vishti |
| from 05:55 (20.09) | nakshatra Mula |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:31 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:08 |
| Noon | 12:23 |
| Sunset | 18:36 |
| End of twilight | 19:13 |
| Moonrise | 13:34 |
| Moonset | 21:16 |
| Day length | 12 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:43 | from 06:56 |
|---|
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, Anuradha (06:08–06:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (06:56–18:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:08–06:56 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:55–06:10 (20.09) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:55–06:10 (20.09)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–06:43 Samvartaka Yoga 06:43–04:56 (20.09)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:55–06:10 (20.09) Anandadi: Mrityu 06:08–06:56 Anandadi: Kana 06:56–05:55 (20.09)
- Bhadra in heaven: 04:56–05:55 (20.09)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:55–16:17 (20.09); Bhadra Puchha 06:39–07:48 (20.09); Bhadra Mukha 07:48–09:42 (20.09)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:07–11:45 (20.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:36–05:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:47 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:27–15:17 |
| Godhuli | 18:36–18:59 |
| Pradosha | 18:36–20:55 |
| Nishitha | 00:00–00:46 (20.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 21:30–23:02 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:03–18:36 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:22–13:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:29–17:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:56–17:46 |
| Varjyam | 12:18–13:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:43–11:49, 16:32–17:39
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 06:43–11:49, 16:32–17:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:43–11:49, 16:32–17:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:08–14:35, 16:32–17:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 06:56, Jyestha from 06:56; tithi Shukla-shashti until 06:43, Shukla-saptami from 06:43; lagna Kanya 06:08, Tula 08:47, Vrischika 11:49, Dhanu 14:35, Makara 16:32, Kumbha 17:39, Mina 18:23
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 06:56) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 06:56) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.
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
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:08–06:56+1 Yoga Priti 06:08–15:40+1 Auspicious tithi 06:43–04:56 (20.09)0 Ravi Yoga 06:08–06:560 Anandadi: Mrityu 06:08–06:56 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:08–06:43−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:56–05:55 (20.09)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Anandadi: Kana 06:56–05:55 (20.09)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:43–04:56 (20.09)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Radha Ashtami · Masik Durgashtami |
At sunrise 06:10
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 03:46 (21.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 05:30 (21.09) more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 13:19 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 16:17 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 13:19 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 16:17 | karana Bava |
| from 03:46 (21.09) | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 03:46 (21.09) | karana Balava |
| from 05:30 (21.09) | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:33 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:10 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 18:34 |
| End of twilight | 19:11 |
| Moonrise | 14:51 |
| Moonset | 21:57 |
| Day length | 12 h 23 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 (06:10–18:34) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:10–16:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Radha Ashtami · Radha
The appearance day of Radha, the beloved of Krishna. Puja is performed at noon; the day is celebrated especially in Barsana and Vrindavan. The sixteen-day Mahalakshmi Vrat begins on this day.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:08–13:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Masik Durgashtami · Durga
The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 04:56–03:46 (21.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:30–06:12 (21.09)
Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:10–05:30 (21.09) Anandadi: Utpata 05:30–06:12 (21.09)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:55–16:17; Bhadra Puchha 06:39–07:48; Bhadra Mukha 07:48–09:42
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 00:07–11:45
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:38–05:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:47 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:26–15:15 |
| Godhuli | 18:34–18:57 |
| Pradosha | 18:34–20:53 |
| Nishitha | 00:00–00:46 (21.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:12–00:47 (21.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:43–09:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:49–12:22 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:55–15:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:47–13:36, 15:15–16:05 |
| Varjyam | 03:55–05:30 (21.09) |
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 06:10–14:31, 16:28–17:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Kanya 06:10, Tula 08:43, Vrischika 11:45, Dhanu 14:31, Makara 16:28, Kumbha 17:35, Mina 18:20
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 06:10–18:34: 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 = −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 06:10–13:19+1 Auspicious weekday0 Chaturmasya−1 Ashtami 06:10–03:46 (21.09)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:10–05:30 (21.09)−1 Gandanta 06:10–11:45−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:10–03:46 (21.09)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:10–05:30 (21.09)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:10–16:17
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 | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:12
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 03:12 (22.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 05:39 (22.09) more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:27 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:25 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:27 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 15:25 | karana Kaulava |
| from 03:12 (22.09) | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 03:12 (22.09) | karana Taitila |
| from 05:39 (22.09) | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:35 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:12 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 18:31 |
| End of twilight | 19:08 |
| Moonrise | 15:56 |
| Moonset | 22:50 |
| Day length | 12 h 18 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 (06:12–18:31) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 03:12–06:14 (22.09) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:39–06:14 (22.09)
Anandadi: Mitra 06:12–05:39 (22.09) Anandadi: Manasa 05:39–06:14 (22.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:39–05:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:46 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:25–15:14 |
| Godhuli | 18:31–18:54 |
| Pradosha | 18:31–20:52 |
| Nishitha | 23:59–00:46 (22.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 00:49–02:26 (22.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:26–16:59 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:17–10:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:22–13:54 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:40–09:29, 23:12–23:59 |
| Varjyam | 15:09–16:46 |
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 06:12–14:28, 16:24–17:31, 18:16–18:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Kanya 06:12, Tula 08:39, Vrischika 11:41, Dhanu 14:28, Makara 16:24, Kumbha 17:31, Mina 18:16
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 06:12–18:31: 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 = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 06:12–05:39 (22.09)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 06:12–11:270 Chaturmasya−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:12–05:39 (22.09)−2 Rikta tithi 06:12–03:12 (22.09)
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 10:03 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
At sunrise 06:14
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 03:11 (23.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 06:21 (23.09) more |
| Yoga | Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 10:03 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:07 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:03 | yoga Atiganda |
|---|---|
| from 15:07 | karana Gara |
| from 03:11 (23.09) | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
| from 03:11 (23.09) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:14 |
| Noon | 12:22 |
| Sunset | 18:28 |
| End of twilight | 19:05 |
| Moonrise | 16:45 |
| Moonset | 23:54 |
| Day length | 12 h 14 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 (06:14–18:28) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Vajra 06:14–00:07 (23.09) Anandadi: Mudgara 00:07–06:16 (23.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:47–03:35 (23.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:40–05:27 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:24–15:13 |
| Godhuli | 18:28–18:52 |
| Pradosha | 18:28–20:50 |
| Nishitha | 23:59–00:46 (23.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 23:45–01:24 (23.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:21–13:53 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:46–09:18 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:49–12:21 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:57–12:46 |
| Varjyam | 13:53–15:32 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:14–11:37, 16:20–17:27, 18:12–18:28
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 06:14–11:37, 16:20–17:27, 18:12–18:28 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 06:14–11:37, 16:20–17:27, 18:12–18:28 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:14–14:24, 16:20–17:27, 18:12–18:28 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Kanya 06:14, Tula 08:36, Vrischika 11:37, Dhanu 14:24, Makara 16:20, Kumbha 17:27, Mina 18:12
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
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 10:03
+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Shobhana 06:14–10:03+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:14–03:11 (23.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 10:03–12:21−1 Anandadi: Vajra 06:14–00:07 (23.09)
| Summary | Favourable day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 08:00; auspicious time — until 15:21 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Parivartini Ekadashi (Parsva, Vamana) |
At sunrise 06:16
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:39 (24.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 06:21 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 09:04 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:21 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:21 | nakshatra Shravana |
|---|---|
| from 09:04 | yoga Sukarma |
| from 15:21 | karana Vishti |
| from 03:39 (24.09) | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
| from 03:39 (24.09) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:39 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:16 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 18:26 |
| End of twilight | 19:02 |
| Moonrise | 17:21 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 12 h 09 min |
Sky
| Autumnal equinox | 00:40 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (06:16–06:21) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (06:21–18:26) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:21–18:26: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Parivartini Ekadashi (Parsva, Vamana) · Vishnu
On this day the sleeping Vishnu turns over onto his other side. Devotees worship Vamana — the dwarf avatar of Vishnu; the fast removes sins and brings blessings.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:11–03:39 (24.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:33–15:58 (24.09)
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:16–06:21
Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:00–06:18 (24.09) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:16–08:00
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:21–03:39 (24.09); Bhadra Puchha 20:19–21:32; Bhadra Mukha 21:32–23:34
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:42–05:29 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:22–15:11 |
| Godhuli | 18:26–18:49 |
| Pradosha | 18:26–20:48 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–00:46 (24.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:36–22:17 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:52–15:23 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:16–07:47 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:18–10:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:19–11:08, 15:11–16:00 |
| Varjyam | 10:32–12:13 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:16–11:33, 16:16–17:23, 18:08–18:26
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 | good 06:16–11:33, 16:16–17:23, 18:08–18:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:16–11:33, 16:16–17:23, 18:08–18:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:16–14:20, 16:16–17:23, 18:08–18:26 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 06:21, Shravana from 06:21; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Kanya 06:16, Tula 08:32, Vrischika 11:33, Dhanu 14:20, Makara 16:16, Kumbha 17:23, Mina 18:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 06:21) — improved health; Shravana (from 06:21) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 08:00
Auspicious time ends by 15:21
+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:00–06:18 (24.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:16–06:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:16–03:39 (24.09)+1 Yoga Sukarma 09:04–06:18 (24.09)0 Ravi Yoga 06:16–06:210 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 06:16–08:00−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:21–03:39 (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 | Favourable day — Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 07:31 |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Vamana Jayanti |
At sunrise 06:18
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 04:34 (25.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 07:31 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 08:28 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:04 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:31 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
|---|---|
| from 08:28 | yoga Dhriti |
| from 16:04 | karana Balava |
| from 04:34 (25.09) | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
| from 04:34 (25.09) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:41 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:18 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 18:23 |
| End of twilight | 19:00 |
| Moonrise | 17:47 |
| Moonset | 01:06 |
| Day length | 12 h 05 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 07:31 |
|---|
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, Shravana (06:18–07:31) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Vamana Jayanti · Vamana
The appearance day of Vamana — the fifth avatar of Vishnu, the dwarf brahmin who covered the worlds in three steps and humbled King Bali. The Shravana nakshatra is favourable.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:39–04:34 (25.09)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:18–07:31
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:18–04:34 (25.09)
Anandadi: Prajapati 07:31–06:20 (25.09) Anandadi: Dhumra 06:18–07:31
- Chora Panchaka: 20:15–18:35 (29.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:43–05:31 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:45 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:21–15:10 |
| Godhuli | 18:23–18:47 |
| Pradosha | 18:23–20:46 |
| Nishitha | 23:58–00:45 (25.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:00–23:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:50–12:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:22–16:52 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:49–09:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:43–09:31, 12:45–13:33 |
| Varjyam | 11:46–13:29 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:18–11:29, 16:12–17:19, 18:04–18:23
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 | good 06:18–11:29, 16:12–17:19, 18:04–18:23 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 06:18–11:29, 16:12–17:19, 18:04–18:23 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:18–14:16, 16:12–17:19, 18:04–18:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 07:31, Dhanishtha from 07:31; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Kanya 06:18, Tula 08:28, Vrischika 11:29, Dhanu 14:16, Makara 16:12, Kumbha 17:19, Mina 18:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 07:31) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 07:31) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Cautions:
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 07:31
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 07:31–06:20 (25.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:18–07:31+1 Yoga Sukarma 06:18–08:28+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:18–07:310 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:18–04:34 (25.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:18–07:31
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 06:20
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:52 (26.09) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 09:05 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 08:11 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 17:10 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:11 | yoga Shula |
|---|---|
| from 09:05 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 17:10 | karana Taitila |
| from 05:52 (26.09) | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
| from 05:52 (26.09) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:20 |
| Noon | 12:21 |
| Sunset | 18:20 |
| End of twilight | 18:57 |
| Moonrise | 18:07 |
| Moonset | 02:21 |
| Day length | 12 h 00 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:05 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (09:05–18:20) 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, 18:20–20:45
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:52–06:22 (26.09)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:20–09:05 Anandadi: Ananda 09:05–06:22 (26.09)
- Chora Panchaka: 20:15 (24.09)–18:35 (29.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:44–05:32 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:44 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:20–15:08 |
| Godhuli | 18:20–18:44 |
| Pradosha | 18:20–20:45 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–00:45 (26.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 03:15–04:58 (26.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:20–10:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 13:50–15:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:20–07:50 |
| Dur Muhurta | 06:20–07:08, 07:08–07:56 |
| Varjyam | 16:52–18:36 |
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 06:20–11:25, 16:08–17:15, 18:00–18:20 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 09:05, Shatabhisha from 09:05; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Kanya 06:20, Tula 08:24, Vrischika 11:25, Dhanu 14:12, Makara 16:08, Kumbha 17:15, Mina 18:00
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 09:05) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 09:05) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 06:20–09:05+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:20–09:05+1 Yoga Dhriti 06:20–08:11+1 Auspicious tithi 06:20–05:52 (26.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Shula 08:11–10:11−1 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 | Avoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Chaturmasya |
| Festivals | Ananta Chaturdashi |
At sunrise 06:22
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:29 (27.09) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 11:02 more |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 08:11 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 18:38 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:11 | yoga Ganda |
|---|---|
| from 11:02 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 18:38 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:22 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 18:18 |
| End of twilight | 18:54 |
| Moonrise | 18:22 |
| Moonset | 03:36 |
| Day length | 11 h 55 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 4, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:02 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (06:22–11:02) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (11:02–18:18) is good for root crops.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:22–18:18: 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 05:52–07:29 (27.09)
the tithi spans two sunrises — the first day is chosen by rule
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:02–06:24 (27.09)
Anandadi: Chara 11:02–06:24 (27.09) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:22–11:02
- Chora Panchaka: 20:15 (24.09)–18:35 (29.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:46–05:34 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:44 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:19–15:07 |
| Godhuli | 18:18–18:42 |
| Pradosha | 18:18–20:43 |
| Nishitha | 23:57–00:45 (27.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:31–06:16 (27.09) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:48–18:18 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:20–13:49 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:19–16:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 16:42–17:30 |
| Varjyam | 18:02–19:47 |
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 06:22–11:02 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 11:02, Purva-Bhadra from 11:02; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Kanya 06:22, Tula 08:20, Vrischika 11:21, Dhanu 14:08, Makara 16:04, Kumbha 17:11, Mina 17:56
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 11:02) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 11:02) — 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 06:22–18:18: 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
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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 11:02–06:24 (27.09)+1 Anandadi: Chara 11:02–06:24 (27.09)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:22–11:020 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Ganda 08:11–10:37−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:02–06:24 (27.09)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:22–11:02−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi all day−2 Tryahasparsha
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Purnima |
| Festivals | Purnima Shraddha (start of Pitru Paksha) · Purnima Vrat |
At sunrise 06:24
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:29 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 13:16 more |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 08:26 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 07:29 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:29 | tithi Purnima |
|---|---|
| from 07:29 | karana Vishti |
| from 08:26 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 13:16 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 20:25 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:47 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:24 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 18:15 |
| End of twilight | 18:52 |
| Moonrise | 18:36 |
| Moonset | 04:50 |
| Day length | 11 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 07:29 | from 13:16 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (06:24–13:16) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (13:16–18:15) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:29–18:15: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:24–07:29: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
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, 13:31–15:53
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:08–13:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 28.09
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Purnima
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 06:24–13:16
Anandadi: Musala 06:24–13:16 Anandadi: Gada 13:16–06:26 (28.09)
- Bhadra on earth: 07:29–20:25; Bhadra Puchha 15:55–17:13; Bhadra Mukha 17:13–19:22
- Chora Panchaka: 20:15 (24.09)–18:35 (29.09)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:47–05:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:18–15:05 |
| Godhuli | 18:15–18:39 |
| Pradosha | 18:15–20:41 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–00:45 (28.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | none on this day |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:53–09:22 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:51–12:20 |
| Gulika Kalam | 13:48–15:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:43–13:31, 15:05–15:53 |
| Varjyam | 23:53–01:39 (28.09) |
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 13:16–14:04, 16:00–17:07, 17:52–18:15 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 13:16, Uttara-Bhadra from 13:16; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 07:29, Purnima from 07:29; lagna Kanya 06:24, Tula 08:16, Vrischika 11:17, Dhanu 14:04, Makara 16:00, Kumbha 17:07, Mina 17:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 13:16) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 13:16) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 06:24–07:29: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 07:29–18:15: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 07:29–18:15: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
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: Bhadra on earth
+2 Ravi Yoga 06:24–13:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:26–06:26 (28.09)0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:16–06:26 (28.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha−1 Anandadi: Musala 06:24–13:16−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 06:24–13:16−2 Rikta tithi 06:24–07:29−3 Bhadra on earth 07:29–20:25
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — until 15:48 Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| Festivals | Bhadrapada Purnima |
At sunrise 06:26
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 09:25 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 15:48 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 08:55 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 09:25 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:55 | yoga Dhruva |
|---|---|
| from 09:25 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 09:25 | karana Balava |
| from 15:48 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 22:29 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:49 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:26 |
| Noon | 12:20 |
| Sunset | 18:13 |
| End of twilight | 18:49 |
| Moonrise | 18:47 |
| Moonset | 06:03 |
| Day length | 11 h 46 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 09:25 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:25 | from 15:48 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:26–15:48) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (15:48–18:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
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 07:29 (27.09)–09:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 27.09
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-pratipat
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:26–15:48 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:26–15:48
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:25–06:28 (29.09)
Anandadi: Siddhi 06:26–15:48 Anandadi: Shubha 15:48–06:28 (29.09)
- Chora Panchaka: 20:15 (24.09)–18:35 (29.09)
- Gandanta (tithi): 08:59–09:51
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:48–05:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:56–12:43 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:17–15:04 |
| Godhuli | 18:13–18:37 |
| Pradosha | 18:13–20:40 |
| Nishitha | 23:56–00:45 (29.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:30–12:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:16–16:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:23–10:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:19–13:48 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:47–09:34, 23:07–23:56 |
| Varjyam | 05:11–06:58 (29.09) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:25–11:13, 15:57–17:03, 17:48–18:13
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 | average 09:25–11:13, 15:57–17:03, 17:48–18:13 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 09:25–11:13, 15:57–17:03, 17:48–18:13 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:26–14:00, 15:57–17:03, 17:48–18:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 15:48, Revati from 15:48; tithi Purnima until 09:25, Krishna-pratipat from 09:25; lagna Kanya 06:26, Tula 08:12, Vrischika 11:13, Dhanu 14:00, Makara 15:57, Kumbha 17:03, Mina 17:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 15:48) — a good life; Revati (from 15:48) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 06:26–09:25: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:48
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:26–15:48+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 06:26–15:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:26–15:48+1 Yoga Vriddhi 06:26–08:55+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:26–15:48+1 Auspicious tithi 09:25–06:28 (29.09)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:25–06:28 (29.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Pitru Paksha−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 | Avoid starting important matters — Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Utpata Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvitya |
At sunrise 06:28
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 11:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 18:35 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 09:36 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:36 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:36 | yoga Vyaghata |
|---|---|
| from 11:36 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 11:36 | karana Taitila |
| from 18:35 | nakshatra Ashwini |
| from 00:47 (30.09) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:28 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:10 |
| End of twilight | 18:47 |
| Moonrise | 18:59 |
| Moonset | 07:14 |
| Day length | 11 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:36 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (06:28–18:10) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-dvitya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:36–06:30 (30.09)
Samvartaka Yoga 06:28–11:36
Anandadi: Utpata 06:28–18:35 Anandadi: Mrityu 18:35–06:30 (30.09)
- Chora Panchaka: 20:15 (24.09)–18:35
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:52–01:18 (30.09)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:50–05:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:16–15:03 |
| Godhuli | 18:10–18:35 |
| Pradosha | 18:10–20:38 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–00:45 (30.09) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:54–17:41 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:19–13:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:56–09:23 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:51–12:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:55–12:42 |
| Varjyam | 05:11–06:58 |
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 06:28–13:56, 15:53–17:00, 17:44–18:10 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 11:36, Krishna-dvitya from 11:36; lagna Kanya 06:28, Tula 08:08, Vrischika 11:09, Dhanu 13:56, Makara 15:53, Kumbha 17:00, Mina 17:44
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:28–18:35+1 Yoga Dhruva 06:28–09:36+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:28–11:360 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:36–06:30 (30.09) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 09:36–13:20−1 Panchaka 06:28–18:35−3 Anandadi: Utpata 06:28–18:35−3 Samvartaka Yoga 06:28–11:36
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa Pitru Paksha: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed. |
|---|---|
| Month | Nija Bhadrapada (amanta) · Ashwina (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1774 · Vikram 1909 more |
| Period | Pitru Paksha · Chaturmasya; shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-tritya |
At sunrise 06:30
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 14:01 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 21:32 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 10:27 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 14:01 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Kanya (Virgo), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:27 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 14:01 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 14:01 | karana Vanija |
| from 21:32 | nakshatra Bharani |
| from 03:17 (01.10) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:30 |
| Noon | 12:19 |
| Sunset | 18:07 |
| End of twilight | 18:44 |
| Moonrise | 19:12 |
| Moonset | 08:25 |
| Day length | 11 h 37 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 14:01 |
|---|
Festivals and periods
- Pitru Paksha — shraddha for those who departed on tithi Krishna-tritya
- Chaturmasya
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:30–21:32
Anandadi: Manasa 06:30–21:32 Anandadi: Padma 21:32–06:32 (01.10)
- Bhadra in heaven: 03:17–16:34 (01.10); Bhadra Puchha 11:55–13:15 (01.10); Bhadra Mukha 13:15–15:27 (01.10)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:51–05:40 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:55–12:42 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:15–15:01 |
| Godhuli | 18:07–18:32 |
| Pradosha | 18:07–20:36 |
| Nishitha | 23:55–00:44 (01.10) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:27–15:15 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 13:46–15:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:30–07:57 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:24–10:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:22–11:09, 15:01–15:48 |
| Varjyam | 17:02–18:50 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 15:49–16:56, 17:40–18:07
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 15:49–16:56, 17:40–18:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | good 15:49–16:56, 17:40–18:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:30–13:52, 15:49–16:56, 17:40–18:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 14:01, Krishna-tritya from 14:01; lagna Kanya 06:30, Tula 08:04, Vrischika 11:05, Dhanu 13:52, Makara 15:49, Kumbha 16:56, Mina 17:40
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; 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.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 06:30–21:32+1 Anandadi: Manasa 06:30–21:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:30–21:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:30–14:01+1 Yoga Harshana 10:27–06:32 (01.10)0 Chaturmasya0 Pitru Paksha
Patron: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. Ritu: Varsha.
Adhika Masa (intercalary month, also called Purushottama Masa or Mala Masa) — a lunar month during which the Sun does not pass into a new sign; it takes the name of the following month with the prefix “Adhika”, and the month after it is called “Nija” (true). In an Adhika month the annual festivals are not observed (they move to the Nija month; the exception is Ganga Dussehra, which in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha is celebrated in the intercalary month), weddings are not held, upanayana, housewarming and the laying of a house foundation are not performed, and no major undertakings are begun. Monthly observances — Ekadashis (Padmini and Parama), Pradosha, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri — are kept as usual, and the month itself is dedicated to Purushottama (Vishnu) and is especially good for japa, reading sacred texts, fasting and dana.
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Northern samvatsara: Rudhirodgari (No. 57)
Shaka Samvat 1774 · Vikram Samvat 1909 · Kali Yuga 4953
Next year — Pramadi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 8.04.1853
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Group: Jaya. Deity: 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: 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)
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.
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.
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): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
An intercalary lunar month (Purushottama Masa): annual festivals move to the following Nija month (except Ganga Dussehra: in a year with Adhika Jyeshtha it is observed in the intercalary month); not a time for new undertakings — weddings, housewarmings, new vows. Good for japa, scripture reading and charity.
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“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.
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
−1 — 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.
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.
An intercalary lunar month: not for weddings, housewarmings or major new undertakings; good for spiritual practice.
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
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.
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Auspicious: 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.
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
The 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 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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: 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
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Lord: 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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Meaning: 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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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.
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra 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
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.
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.
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
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)
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.
How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.
How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.
How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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)
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 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
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
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
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Meaning: 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
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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: 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
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: 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
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Deity: 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): 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-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Hrishikesha; Aditya — Vivasvan. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Bhadrapada. Ritu: Varsha.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Especially auspicious: 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: 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): 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-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Group: 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
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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 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
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
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
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): 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 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.
do not fell trees, any undertakings
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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): 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 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.
plowing the ground
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
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 — 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: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
−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: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
“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
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: 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): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
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).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Meaning: 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): 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 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-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).
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra 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-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
what to do (Tibetan tradition): 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.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
The fortnight of ancestor rites (shraddha) before Navaratri: weddings, major purchases and new undertakings are traditionally postponed.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings