A WORD ABOUT AUSPICIOUS BEGINNINGS-BEST MUHURAT

Here it may be helpful to mention the idea behind auspicious beginnings.Just as each person has an astrological nature which is determined by the configuration of the stars and planets at his time of birth, so do buildings, businesses, countries and communities. In fact, each and every endeavor is influenced by the nature of the moment of its conception and continues to reflect that nature throughout its existence. With this in mind, it becomes clear why one would, for example, wish to wait for the “right day” to wear new clothing for the first time, to plant a tree or set a foundation stone for a new building.

MARRIAGE, HOME-BLESSINGS AND NEW VENTURES

Below are listed auspicious nakshatras, tithis and rasis for marriage, blessing a new home, starting a new business, and for gardening. Optimum timing occurs when a day that has all three—suitable nakshatra, suitable rasi and suitable tithi—for the desired activity.

BEST TIMES FOR MARRIAGE

SUITABLE NAKSHATRAS :  Rohini, Uttaraphalguni, Uttarasadha, Uttaraprostapada, Anuradha, Mrigasira, Hasta, Svati, Magha. The first pada of Magha and Mula and the last quarter of Revati are inauspicious. Those not mentioned should be avoided.

SUITABLE TITHIS :  Tithis 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 11 and 13 of the bright half are good. One should avoid the 1st, 6, 9, 14 and the full moon. Tithis not suitable dur- ing Krishna Paksha are 8, 11, 12, 13, 14 and the new moon (Amavasya).

SUITABLE RASIS FOR MARRIAGE :  Mithuna, Kanya and Thula. OK are Vrishabha, Kataka, Simha, Dhanus and Kumbha. The rest are inauspicious.

BEST TIMES FOR NEW BUSINESS

BEST NAKSHATRAS :  Asvi, Pushya, Uttaraphalguni, Svati, Ardra, Satabhishak, Uttaraprostapada

BEST RASIS :  Mesha, Mithuna, Simha, Thula, Makara, Meena

BEST TITHIS :  Panchami, Saptami, Dasami, Ekadasi, Trayodasi

BEST TIMES FOR HOUSE WARMING

BEST NAKSHATRAS: Anuradha, Mrigasira, Revati, Punarvasu, Satabhishak, Pushya, Hasta, Ardra Rohini, Uttarasadha, Uttaraphalguni, Uttaraprostapada

BEST RASIS: Vrishabha, Mithuna, Simha, Kanya, Thula, Dhanus, Kumbha, Meena

BEST TITHIS: Dvadasi, Panchami, Saptami, Dasami, Ekadasi, Trayodasi, Tritiya

BEST TIMES FOR GARDENING

BEST NAKSHATRAS: Planting seeds and plants: Rohini, Uttaraphalguni, Uttarashadha and Uttaraprostapada Caring for an existing garden: Shravana, Dhanishta, Svati, Satabishak, Punarvasu

BEST TITHIS: Planting is best done during the tithis of shukla paksha, and weeding should be done during krishna paksha.

BEST TIMES FOR TRAVEL

To choose an appropriate day to begin a journey, look in the Calendar for a Siddha Yoga day or a Devaloka day. Avoid nakshatras followed by an asterisk in the Calendar. These are not good days to begin a journey. The time of your departure is also important. Gulika Kala is best. Avoid leaving during the periods of Rahu and Yama. Begin with a puja to invoke the blessings of all three worlds.

NAKSHATRA CONSIDERATION

In this section, the nature of the nakshatras are described. One must keep in mind, of course, that nakshatra is only one of the factors involved in determining the nature of a given day. Certainly, it is one of the most important elements. but for a complete picture, other influences must be considered as well.

NAKSHATRAS OF FIXED ENERGY

Rohini, Uttaraphalguni, Uttarasadha and Uttaraprostapada. These nakshatras are auspicious times for permanent works—planting seeds, moving into a new home, house blessings, making vows, laying foundations, etc. Anything start-  ed at this time may have good and lasting results. Uttaraphalguni and Uttaraprostapada are especially good for starting a new business.

NAKSHATRAS OF SOFT ENERGY

Chitra, Mrigashira, Anuradha, Revati. These nakshatras are considered auspicious for the first wearing of new clothes, sexual union for conception, dancing, art, cultural performances and ceremonial rites. Mrigashira, Anuradha and Revati are also good days for house warmings. Mrigashira and Anuradha are suitable for marriage ceremonies, but Chitra and Revati are not.

NAKSHATRAS OF LIGHT ENERGY

Asvi, Pushya, Hasta. When the Moon is in these stars, activities such as decorations, pleasure outings, sports, starting businesses, undertaking travels and administering medicines are recommended. Hasta is also suitable for marriage ceremonies. Asvi and Pushya are the best stars for starting new businesses. Pushya and Hasta are also good for house blessings.

NAKSHATRAS OF SHARP ENERGY

Mula, Jyestha, Ardra, Aslesha. When the Moon is in any of these stars, actions like separating oneself from others, engaging in debate, and chanting of powerful mantras are more successful than at other times. These are good days for activities requiring a harsh or strong, cutting force. Ardra is also good for starting a new business or blessing a new home.

NAKSHATRAS OF MOVABLE ENERGY

Sravana, Dhanishta, Svati, Satabishak, Punarvasu. When the Moon is in these stars, gardening, travelling, acquisition of vehicles & good deeds of a nonpermanent nature are recommended. Svati is also suitable for marriage ceremonies and good for starting a new business. Satabhishak is also good for starting a new business or house blessing. Punarvasu is good for house blessings.

NAKSHATRAS OF HARSH ENERGY

Purvaphalguni, Purvasadha, Bharani, Purvaprostapada, Magha These nakshatras are considered earthly in nature because they stir the mind in one way or another. They are not good days to begin something new. Purvaphalguni is a harsh nakshatra but lucky by nature. Its influence gives the ability to sway others; gives courage, fire and enthusiasm, but may cause the mind to become lusty. Purvasadha, earthly in quality, indicates an influence causing people to do what they  like without considering others’ opinions. Bharani can cause the mind to become entangled in the material world. It can hide or eclipse insight, causing struggle. Purvaprostapada (also called Purvabhadrapada) may cause the mind to be passionate, unstable and impetuous. It is a good time for penance.

NAKSHATRAS OF MIXED ENERGY

Krittika, Visakha. During these nakshatras, routine actions and daily duties may be performed but no new important works should be undertaken. These are excellent days for meditation and absorbing the shakti.

YOGA CONSIDERATION

Inauspicious yogas for beginning new things are: Vyaghat, Parigha, Vajra, Vyathipatha, Dhriti, Ganda, Athiganda, Shula, Vishakabha. These yogas are marked with an asterisk.