Raksha Bandhan
Tuesday, August 17, 2027
Sisters tie a protective thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists; brothers in turn promise to protect them. A celebration of the sibling bond.
Tithi · Weekday · Lunar month
Purnima
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Krishna Pratipada
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Purnima or Amavasya — full or new moon. A potent day for devotion, completion, and intention-setting.
Tuesday
Tuesday — ruled by Mars. An energetic, assertive day; good for action and physical work, less so for delicate matters.
- AmantaShravanaPurnimantaShravana
Nakshatra · Yoga · Karana
Dhanishta · Pada 1
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Movable nakshatra — favours travel, transitions, and changes of scenery.
Shobhana
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An auspicious yoga — sun and moon align favourably today. Considered supportive for most new beginnings.
Bava
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Balava
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A movable karana — the regular daytime half-tithi. Suitable for most everyday activities.
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Tuesday, August 17, 2027