Nag Panchami
Thursday, August 8, 2024
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
Shukla Chaturthi
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Chaturthi — sacred to Ganesha. Best used for prayer and removing obstacles, not for major new ventures.
Thursday
Thursday — ruled by Jupiter. The most auspicious weekday; favourable for learning, ceremony, and new beginnings.
- AmantaShravanaPurnimantaShravana
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Uttara Phalguni
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Hasta
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Fixed nakshatra — best for long-term commitments, foundations, and permanent purchases.
Shiva
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Siddha
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An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
Vanij
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Vishti
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A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Thursday, August 8, 2024