The fifth lunar day, governed by the serpent deities. Favours learning, medicine, and Naga-related practices. Auspicious for students, healers, and those entering sacred study.
Ruled by the Sun and governed by Agni, the purifying fire. Krittika burns away delusion, bestows sharp intellect, and grants the power to cut through obscuration.
The yoga of the thunderbolt and the diamond — indestructible force. Powerful for activities requiring absolute firmness of will; also associated with sudden, sharp turns.
A movable karana, associated with the kula or family group. Favours domestic affairs, family rituals, and strengthening bonds of kinship.
Wednesday — the day of Mercury (Budha). Favours learning, writing, trade, communication, mathematics, and any activity requiring analytical precision and verbal skill.