A muhurat is an auspicious time window selected to begin something important — a wedding, a business launch, a house-warming or a journey. Choosing one well can align an event with supportive planetary energy.
The five limbs of the Panchang
A muhurat is built from the five elements of the Panchang: Tithi (lunar day), Vaar (weekday), Nakshatra (star), Yoga and Karana. A strong muhurat has favourable values across all five.
Times to avoid
- Rahu Kaal — an inauspicious daily window
- Yamaganda and Gulika Kaal
- Certain tithis such as Amavasya for new beginnings
Match the muhurat to the event
Different activities favour different nakshatras and weekdays — for example, gentle “movable” stars suit travel, while “fixed” stars suit foundations and property. This is why a personalised muhurat, checked against your own chart, beats a generic almanac date.
Frequently asked questions
Can any good time work, or must it match my chart? A general muhurat helps, but the best muhurat also avoids clashing with your personal chart and dasha.
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