The Panchang, a traditional Hindu almanac, serves as a guide to auspicious timings, festivals, and astrological insights for each day. Here's a detailed look at the Panchang for May 21, 2025, providing information on the tithi, vrat (fasts), muhurat (auspicious timings), and other significant aspects of the day.
Tithi and Nakshatra:
On May 21, 2025, the tithi (lunar day) will be Navami until 3:21 AM on May 22. Following Navami, Dashami tithi will begin. The Nakshatra (constellation) will be Shatabhisha up to 6:58 PM, after which Purva Bhadrapada will take over. The Moon will be in the Kumbha Rashi (Aquarius). This day falls under the Krishna Paksha (the waning phase of the moon) of the Jyeshtha month in the Hindu calendar.
Auspicious Timings (Shubh Muhurat):
- Brahma Muhurta: The Brahma Muhurta, considered highly auspicious for spiritual activities, will be from 4:05 AM to 4:46 AM.
- Pratah Sandhya: The morning twilight will occur from 4:25 AM to 5:27 AM.
- Vijaya Muhurta: The Vijaya Muhurta, suitable for accomplishing important tasks, is from 2:35 PM to 3:30 PM.
- Godhuli Muhurta: The Godhuli Muhurta, an auspicious time during twilight, will be from 7:07 PM to 7:28 PM.
- Sayahna Sandhya: The evening twilight will be from 7:09 PM to 8:10 PM.
- Amrit Kalam: This period is considered very auspicious, and will occur from 11:56 AM to 1:30 PM.
- Nishita Muhurta: The Nishita Muhurta, for nocturnal activities, will be from 11:57 PM to 12:38 AM on May 22.
Inauspicious Timings (Ashubh Kaal):
- Rahu Kalam: The Rahu Kalam, a period to avoid any auspicious activities, will be from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
- Gulikai Kalam: The Gulikai Kalam is from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
- Yamaganda: The Yamaganda is from 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Yoga and Karana:
The Yoga will be Vaidhriti up to 12:35 AM on May 22, after which Vishkambha Yoga will prevail. The Karana (half of a Tithi) will be Taitila up to 4:13 PM, followed by Garaja.
Vrat and Festivals:
While May 21, 2025, does not mark a major festival, it's essential to note other significant observances in May 2025:
- International Workers' Day & Vinayaka Chaturthi: May 1
- Shankaracharya Jayanti: May 1
- Ganga Saptami: May 3
- Sita Navami: May 5
- Thrissur Pooram: May 6
- Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti: May 7
- Mohini Ekadashi: May 7
- Narasimha Jayanti: May 10
- Buddha Purnima: May 12
- Apara Ekadashi: May 23
- Vat Savitri Vrat & Shani Jayanti: May 26
- Akshaya Tritiya: May 30
Panchaka:
Panchaka is a period of five days considered inauspicious for certain activities. On May 21, 2025, different Panchaka timings are observed throughout the day.
Other Considerations:
- The day is influenced by Budh (Mercury), which is believed to bring good fortune in intelligence, speech, and business.
- Mental peace, starting education, business discussions, and Ganesh Puja are considered favorable on this day.
- Directional Shool (Disha Shool) is towards the East, so it's advisable to avoid traveling in that direction if possible. If travel is necessary, consuming white sesame seeds is recommended.
This Panchang provides a comprehensive overview of May 21, 2025, according to Hindu tradition, aiding individuals in aligning their activities with auspicious timings and astrological considerations.
