Nag Panchami
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Dedicated to the worship of serpent deities (nagas). Devotees offer milk and prayers at snake idols and anthills, seeking protection from harm.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
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Shukla Chaturthi
Prev day 22:20 Next day 00:22
Chaturthi — sacred to Ganesha. Best used for prayer and removing obstacles, not for major new ventures.
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Sunday
Sunday — ruled by the Sun. A day of vitality and authority; good for leadership tasks and self-care.
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Bhadrapada · Ashwin
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
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Hasta · Pada 1
Same day 01:48 Next day 04:23
Light nakshatra — suited for swift, light activities — short trips, communications.
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Sadhya
Prev day 21:20 Same day 22:00
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Shubha
Same day 22:00 Next day 22:22
An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
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Vanij
Prev day 22:20 Same day 11:23
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Vishti
Same day 11:23 Next day 00:22
A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Sunday, August 20, 2023