Tithi & Moon Phase Wisdom

Vedic astrology identifies 30 unique lunar days (Tithis), divided into Shukla Paksha (waxing) and Krishna Paksha (waning). Each day has a specific ruling deity and recommendations.

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TODAYKrishna Paksha (Waning)

Krishna Dwadashi (Illumination angle: 319.2°)

Deity: VishnuBhadra (Auspicious)

Peaceful day for rest, meditation, and spiritual reading.

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Lunar Phase ProgressDay 27 of 30
🌑 Amavasya (New)🌕 Purnima (Full)🌑 Amavasya (New)
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Vedic Lunar Cycle Guide

In the Vedic tradition, the moon (Chandra) governs the mind (Manas) and emotions. As the moon changes phases, the psychological energy of the earth shifts. By aligning actions with correct lunar tides, we harmonize our work with natural laws.

☀️ Shukla Paksha (Waxing)

Waxing moon phase represents growth, creation, and building new ventures.

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Day 1: Pratipada

Deity: Agni
Nanda (Joyous)

Auspicious for starting religious ceremonies, architecture, and householder vows.

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Day 2: Dwitiya

Deity: Brahma
Bhadra (Auspicious)

Great for laying foundations, marriage preparations, and financial initiatives.

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Day 3: Tritiya

Deity: Gauri / Kuber
Jaya (Victorious)

Highly beneficial for arts, music, beauty rituals, and wealth acquisition.

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Day 4: Chaturthi

Deity: Ganesha
Rikta (Empty)

Dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Best for obstacle removal, strategy, and overcoming challenges.

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Day 5: Panchami

Deity: Saraswati
Purna (Full)

Ideal for education, medicine, healing, and spiritual initiation (Diksha).

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Day 6: Shasthi

Deity: Kartikeya
Nanda (Joyous)

Favorable for courage, meeting leaders, sports, and starting new projects.

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Day 7: Saptami

Deity: Surya
Bhadra (Auspicious)

Blessed by the Sun God. Excellent for health, travel, vehicles, and leadership.

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Day 8: Ashtami

Deity: Durga
Jaya (Victorious)

Sacred to Goddess Durga. Ideal for spiritual discipline, fasting, and defense.

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Day 9: Navami

Deity: Durga / Rama
Rikta (Empty)

Blessed by Goddess Durga & Lord Rama. Suitable for competitive endeavors and strategy.

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Day 10: Dashami

Deity: Dharmaraja
Purna (Full)

Auspicious for virtue, career growth, and righteous deeds.

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Day 11: Ekadashi

Deity: Vishnu
Nanda (Joyous)

Sacred fast day for Lord Vishnu. Purifies mind, body, and ancestral karma.

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Day 12: Dwadashi

Deity: Vishnu
Bhadra (Auspicious)

Favorable for charity, sacred baths, social service, and fulfilling vows.

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Day 13: Trayodashi

Deity: Shiva / Kamadeva
Jaya (Victorious)

Pradosham window. Auspicious for friendship, romance, and Shiva worship.

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Day 14: Chaturdashi

Deity: Shiva
Rikta (Empty)

Pre-Full Moon intensity. Suitable for mantra sadhana and spiritual detachment.

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Day 15: Purnima

Deity: Chandra / Satyanarayan
Purna (Full Peak)

Full Moon peak illumination. Maximum spiritual energy for meditation, Satyanarayan puja & abundance.