Muhurat and Panchang
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Panchang (Sanskrit: “five limbs”) is the Hindu almanac used to track cosmic rhythms. It is essential for muhurat — choosing auspicious timing for important actions.
The five limbs
Section titled “The five limbs”| Limb | Sanskrit | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Tithi | Tithi | Lunar day (30 in a month) |
| Nakshatra | Nakshatra | Moon’s mansion |
| Yoga | Yoga | Sun–Moon combination |
| Karana | Karana | Half of a tithi |
| Vara | Vara | Weekday |
What is muhurat?
Section titled “What is muhurat?”Muhurat is an elected auspicious moment. Traditions consider:
- Panchang elements (tithi, nakshatra, yoga)
- Choghadiya — planetary time divisions through the day
- Rahu Kaal and other inauspicious windows to avoid
- Personal chart factors for major events (marriage, business launch)
Daily spiritual use
Section titled “Daily spiritual use”Many practitioners check panchang each morning for:
- Fasting days (ekadashi, pradosham)
- Ideal times for puja and meditation
- Travel and financial decisions
- Starting new ventures
Choghadiya periods
Section titled “Choghadiya periods”The day is divided into day and night choghadiya segments, each ruled by a planet:
- Amrit, Shubh, Labh — generally favorable
- Chal, Udveg, Rog, Kaal — use with caution or avoid for important work
See the Choghadiya periods reference for details.
Oracular tools
Section titled “Oracular tools”- Choghadiya app guide — live muhurat for your location
- Shubh muhurat on the blog — starting a business
- Daily panchang blog — deeper explanation