The Hindu Panchang for February 23, 2025, presents several astrological phenomena conducive to auspicious activities. This day falls on the tenth day of the waning moon phase of the month of Falguna, and it is also notable as Sunday, marked by the worship of the Sun God.
According to the Panchang, the significant features for today include:
1. Tithi (Lunar Day): The day is under the influence of Dashami, lasting until 1:55 PM, when Ekadashi will commence.
2. Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion): The current nakshatra is Mool, which lasts until 6:42 PM, after which Purvashadha will take over.
3. Yoga: The auspicious yoga today is Vajra, valid until 11:19 AM, transitioning to Siddhi yoga.
4. Karana: The prevailing karana is Vishti until 1:55 PM, followed by Bav.
5. Direction: The direction associated with directional fears (Disha Shool) is West, indicating possible hazards if traveling.
To maximize today’s opportunities, aspirants are encouraged to perform various rituals and abide by the auspicious timings (muhurats) dictated by the Panchang. The specific muhurats include:
- Brahma Muhurat: 5:11 AM to 6:02 AM
- Vijay Muhurat: 2:29 PM to 3:14 PM
- Abhijit Muhurat: 12:12 PM to 12:57 PM
- Ghodhuli Muhurat: 6:17 PM to 6:40 PM
Several auspicious periods (Choghadia) for today are as follows:
- Char (General): 8:18 AM to 9:43 AM
- Labh-Utthaan: 9:43 AM to 11:09 AM
- Amrit-Sarvottam: 11:09 AM to 12:35 PM
- Shubh-Utthaan: 2:00 PM to 3:26 PM
Evening muhurats include:
- Shubh-Utthaan: 6:17 PM to 7:51 PM
- Amrit-Sarvottam: 7:51 PM to 9:26 PM
It is also significant to note the negative timings or Ashubh periods, which are times recommended for refraining from beginning new work:
- Rahu Kaal: 4:51 PM to 6:17 PM
- Yam Ghand: 12:35 PM to 2:00 PM
- Gulik Kaal: 3:26 PM to 4:51 PM
- Durmuhurt: 4:46 PM to 5:31 PM
Given the auspicious nature of today, practitioners are encouraged to worship Sun God through rituals performed during these specified timings. This day’s ritual includes offering red flowers mixed with water. Reciting mantras dedicated to the Sun is believed to yield favorable results such as increased wealth, eradication of diseases, and overall prosperity.
Overall, February 23, 2025, presents various opportunities for auspicious actions, underlined by the significance of both the lunar calendar and established rituals to honor solar deities.