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Talk To AstrologerPanchang: What Are Its Elements?
The Sanskrit word Panchangam, also known as Panchang, is made up of two words: panch, which means five, and ang, which means parts. Panchang is created by taking into account five aspects or elements of traditional Hindu timekeeping: Tithi, Nakshatra, Yog, Vaar, and Karana. Let’s understand each of these elements in more detail.
Tithi
According to the Hindu Panchang, there are approximately 30 Tithi (Lunar Days) per month. The first fifteen days are called Shukla Paksha, and the later fifteen days are known as Krishna Paksha. These include Pratipada, Dwitiya, Tritiya, and so on, ending in Purnima or Amavasya.
Nakshatra
A Nakshatra determines the position of the stars at a given time based on the Moon’s position. In Vedic astrology, there are 27 Nakshatras. Every Nakshatra is thought to be appropriate for a specific task like marriage or starting a new job.
Yog
A Yog is formed by the combination of the Sun and the Moon. There are 27 Yogas in total. Each Yog has its own significance and can be both auspicious or inauspicious for specific activities.
Karan
A half-Tithi is referred to as a Karana. There are 11 Karans in total. Seven Karans are movable, and four are stationary. There are usually two Karans in every lunar day.
Vaar
Vaar refers to the day of the week, calculated from one sunrise to the next. There are seven Vaars: Ravivaar, Somvaar, Mangalvaar, Budhvaar, Brihaspativaar, Shukravaar, and Shanivaar.
Importance of Panchang
In Hinduism, auspicious work is not performed without first consulting the Panchang. It provides detailed knowledge and significance of a specific date and time period. Embarking on a new journey—be it business, career, or marriage—at the right time ensures cosmic alignment and success.
Astrologers use a Panchangam to determine Muhurtas for social and religious events. Without it, we are unable to determine the energy of a given moment. The Vaar, Karan, Yog, Nakshatra, and Tithi collectively define the quality of time.
How Is Panchang Beneficial?
The study of Panchang is the fundamental understanding of Rashi Phala and how day-to-day life changes based on planetary movements.
- 1Optimize 'Shubh' time spans for prosperity.
- 2Plan important life events like interviews and travel.
- 3Calculate Vedic natal charts accurately.
- 4Minimize negative planetary effects through timing.
Aries
March 21 - April 19
Taurus
April 20 - May 20
Gemini
May 21 - June 20
Cancer
June 21 - July 22
Leo
July 23 - August 22
Virgo
August 23 - September 22
Libra
September 23 - October 22
Scorpio
October 23 - November 21
Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21
Capricorn
December 22 - January 19
Aquarius
January 20 - February 18
Pisces
February 19 - March 20
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