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Saptami
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Tithi depends on the angle between the Sun and Moon. On some days, two Tithis may occur.
Udaya Tithi
primary
Deity: Surya
Saptami
Shukla Paksha#7
Sunrise
Tu, 05:35a
Until
We, 05:35a
Actual TransitionWe, 01:49p
Running Tithi
Completed
Deity: Kartikeya
Shashti
Shukla Paksha#6
Start
Mo, 11:30a
End
Tu, 12:21p
Actual TransitionTu, 12:21p
Solar Day (Sunrise to Sunset)
Current - 09:55 PM
Sun:Moon:
Next Sunrise
7h 40m
Tu, 05:35a
Tithi Degree Drift (0° - 360°)
0°90°180°270°360°
Moon–Sun Δ: 71.83°
Sun Position: 121.34°
Moon Position: 193.18°
Elongation: 71.83°
Shashti (Waxing Moon)
Time Scrub
9:55 PM
9:55 PM
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Characteristics
Wise
The Wise Builder
Grounded, supportive, seeks stability
Deity
Surya (Sun God)
Surya (Sun God)Ruling Planet: Saturn
Shukla Paksha (Shukla)
Wise, stable, builder. Excellent for careers requiring patience and long-term planning.
Krishna Paksha (Krishna)
Wise, stable, builder. Excellent for careers requiring patience and long-term planning.
Relationships
Stable, reliable partners who provide emotional security.
✓ Strengths
Stability
Wisdom
Patience
Planning
⚠ Challenges
Flexibility
Spontaneity
Risk-taking
Sanskrit Description
Shanti, dhairya (Peace, patience)
Compatibility
Tithi Compatibility Analysis
Based on Vedic astrology principles, this Tithi is analyzed for its compatibility with various activities and undertakings.
Compatible Activities
Shukla Paksha
Dwitiya
Tithi 2
Shukla Paksha
Dwadashi
Tithi 12
Incompatible Activities
Shukla Paksha
Tritiya
Tithi 3
Shukla Paksha
Ashtami
Tithi 8
Shukla Paksha
Trayodashi
Tithi 13
Reasoning
Wise/Stable (Bhadra) prefers peace over Victory/Force (Jaya). Bhadra seeks harmony and grounding, while Jaya is competitive and aggressive.
Compatibility analysis is based on classical Vedic texts and Tithi group dynamics. Individual chart analysis should also consider planetary positions, Nakshatra, and other factors.
Metadata
Classical Vedic principles and doshas
Dagdha Rashis (Burnt Signs)
Signs where planetary combinations may be weakened
SagittariusAriesGemini
Rikta Tithi
No
Dagdha Tithi
No
Gala Graha present
No
Classical References
The principles of Tithi characteristics, compatibility, and Dagdha Rashis are derived from classical Vedic astrology texts:
Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra
Saravali
Phala Deepika
Jataka Parijata
Understanding Paksha:
Shukla Paksha: Waxing phase of the moon - generally considered auspicious for most activitiesKrishna Paksha: Waning phase of the moon - suitable for specific spiritual practices and activities