15 Tithis
Sl.No
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Krishna paksha
(dark fortnight) |
Shukla paksha
(bright fortnight) |
Deity and properties
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1
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Prathama
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The presiding deity of the first lunar day is Agni and it is good
for all types of auspicious and religious ceremonies.
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2
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Dwitiya
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Vidhatr or Bramha rules this lunar day and is good for the
laying of foundations for buildings and other things of a permanent nature.
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3
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Tritiya
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Gauri is the lord of this day and is good for the cuttings of
one's hair and nails and shaving.
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4
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Chaturthi
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Yama/Ganapati is lord of the 4th lunar day, which is good for
the destruction of one's enemies, the removal of obstacles, and acts of
combat.
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5
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Panchami
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The Naaga or Serpents rule this day, which is favourable for
administering medicine, the purging of poisons, and surgery.
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6
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Shashthi
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Karttikeya presides over this day and is favourable for
coronations, meeting new friends, festivities, and enjoyment.
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7
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Saptami
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The 7th lunar day is ruled by Surya; one may begin a journey,
buy conveyances, and deal with other such things of a movable nature.
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8
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Ashtami
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The Rudra rule this day, which is good for taking up arms,
building of one's defenses, and fortification.
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9
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Navami
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The Ambikaa rules this day, which is suitable for killing
enemies, acts of destruction, and violence. Inauspicious for ceremonies and
journeys.
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10
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Dasami
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The day is ruled by Dharmaraja and is auspicious for acts of
virtue, religious functions, spiritual practices, and other pious activities.
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11
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Ekadasi
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12
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Dvadasi
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The Vishnu or Aditya rules this day, which is auspicious for
religious ceremonies, the lighting of the sacred fire, and the performance of
one's duties.
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13
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Trayodasi
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The day is ruled by Kamadeva and is good for forming
friendships, sensual pleasures, and festivities.
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14
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Chaturdashi
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Kali rules this day, suitable for administering poison and
calling of elementals and spirits.
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15
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The Pitru-devas rule the New Moon, suitable for the
propitiation of the Manes and performance of austerities. Purnima is ruled by
Moon and is suitable for merry making and fire sacrifice.
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