Sharad Navratri
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Nine autumn nights of devotion to the goddess Durga in her nine forms, ending with Dussehra. Marked by fasting, garba, and dandiya in many regions.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
Amavasya
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Purnima or Amavasya — full or new moon. A potent day for devotion, completion, and intention-setting.
Wednesday
Wednesday — ruled by Mercury. A communicative, intellectual day; favourable for study, writing, and trade.
- AmantaBhadrapadaPurnimantaAshwin
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.
Brahma
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An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
Chatushpada
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Naga
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A fixed karana — these occur only at month-end and mark transitions. Often used for finishing pending matters.
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Wednesday, October 2, 2024