Purnima (Shukla Paksha)

PurnaDay 15 of the lunar fortnightDeity: Soma

What this tithi is for

Suitable for: griha-pravesha, festivals.

Sources

Bṛhat Saṁhitā Ch 99 (Bhat translation, Part II, pp. 874-877) — five tithi categories.
KB entries: bs-p2-ch99-tithi-categories-001, bs-p2-ch99-tithi-deities-001.

FAQ

What is Purnima Shukla tithi?

Purnima is the Shukla Paksha tithi (lunar day) ruled by Soma, falling in the Purna category per Bṛhat Saṁhitā Ch 99.

What is Purnima suitable for?

Purnima is suitable for griha-pravesha, festivals. Combine with a Dhruva (fixed) nakshatra for best results.

Can the tithi alone decide a muhurta?

No — the pañcāṅga uses five limbs: tithi, vāra (weekday), nakshatra, yoga, karaṇa. A strong tithi must be combined with a favourable nakshatra and karaṇa to be fully auspicious.

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