Dussehra
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Celebrates Rama's victory over Ravana — the triumph of good over evil. Effigies of Ravana are burned in many cities; in others, the day marks the conclusion of Navratri.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
Shukla Navami
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Shukla Dashami
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Navami — sacred to Durga. Best for spiritual practice; major new beginnings are traditionally avoided.
Saturday
Saturday — ruled by Saturn. A disciplined, slow-moving day; good for completing pending work, less so for fresh starts.
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Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Shravana · Pada 1
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Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
Dhriti
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An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
Kaulava
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Taitila
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Gar
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A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Saturday, October 12, 2024