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Wednesday 16 October

Krishna Trayodashi · Uttara Phalguni · Moon in Simha
Tithi
Trayodashi → 18:03
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni → 23:41
Sunrise / Sunset
06:13 / 17:42
Rahu Kaal
11:57 – 13:23

Observances

  • Budha Pradosh Vrat

    17:42 – 18:03

    The thirteenth lunar day at dusk, sacred to Shiva: light a lamp and chant in the twilight window.

    Read guide →Preview — awaiting expert review
  • Masik Shivaratri

    23:33 – 00:23 Thu

    Shiva's night each month, on the fourteenth of the waning Moon: a still night for japa and meditation.

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What can I do today?

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    Today's Mantra

    Om Namah Shivaya

    Om Namah Shivaya

    Today is Budha Pradosh Vrat. Om Namah Shivaya is traditionally chanted.

    ChantPreview — awaiting expert review
  2. 3

    Today's Parihara

    Pradosh lamp for Shiva at dusk

    10 min

    Today is Budha Pradosh Vrat. Pradosh lamp for Shiva at dusk is a simple way to keep it.

    OpenPreview — awaiting expert review