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Vishti
เคตเคฟเคทเฅเคเคฟ/เคญเคฆเฅเคฐเคพ โข Vishti
"Bhadra Karana"
Chara Karana
Yama
Inauspicious (Ashubha)
Bhadra
Bhadra Karana
Type
Chara
Type Meaning
Moving/Recurring
Occurrences/Month
8
Ruling Deity
Yama
Symbol
Dog
Nature
Inauspicious (Ashubha)
Element
Fire (Agni)
Quality
Fierce, destructive, obstructive, harsh
Temperament
Aggressive, malefic, turbulent
Yama
Yama is the god of death and dharma, the lord of the underworld (Yamaloka). He is the first mortal who died and became the guide of departed souls. He upholds cosmic justice and ensures karmic balance through righteous judgment.
Dog (เคเฅเคคเฅเคคเคพ/เคถเฅเคตเคพเคจ)
— Destruction, fierceness, vigilance, karmic retribution
| Degree Span | 6ยฐ |
| Description | Each Karana spans 6ยฐ of lunar movement (half of a Tithi) |
Auspicious & Inauspicious Activities
Auspicious For
- Demolition and destruction of unwanted structures
- Surgical operations and medical procedures
- Breaking bad habits and negative patterns
- Fierce mantra recitation and Tantric practices
- Activities aimed at defeating enemies
- Filing lawsuits and legal battles
- Exorcism and removal of negative energies
- Ending toxic relationships or partnerships
Inauspicious For
- Starting any new venture or enterprise
- Marriage ceremonies and engagement
- All forms of travel and journeys
- Buying property, land, or vehicles
- Any auspicious ceremony (Shubha Karya)
- Signing contracts or agreements
- Griha Pravesh and housewarming
- Beginning education or studies
Effects
Positive Effects
- Powerful for destroying obstacles and negativity
- Success in breaking detrimental patterns
- Effective for Tantric and fierce spiritual practices
- Favorable for surgical interventions
- Victory in conflicts when used strategically
- Removal of deeply entrenched negative energies
Negative Effects
- Failure and loss in new ventures started
- Financial losses in trade and business
- Quarrels, disputes, and misunderstandings
- Accidents and mishaps during travel
- Obstacles in all auspicious undertakings
- Separation and discord in relationships
- Delayed results and frustration in efforts
- Health complications if surgery is elective
Health & Travel
Health
| Focus | Surgery is favorable for necessary medical procedures |
| Suitable | Emergency surgeries, removal of tumors, dental extractions |
| Advice | Avoid elective cosmetic procedures; only emergency and necessary surgeries recommended during Vishti |
Travel
| Recommendation | Inauspicious - avoid all travel |
| Best Direction | None recommended |
| Purpose | No travel should be undertaken; postpone journeys if possible |
Profession
- Surgery and emergency medicine
- Demolition and deconstruction
- Security and defense services
- Criminal investigation and forensics
- Pest control and extermination
- Debt collection and recovery
Work Nature: Destructive, eliminating, conflict-oriented work
Remedies
- Worship Lord Yama with reverence and caution
- Recite Yama Gayatri Mantra for protection
- Perform Mrityunjaya Japa to counter negativity
- Avoid starting any new work during this period
- Light a sesame oil lamp facing south
- Donate black sesame seeds and dark cloth
- Observe fasting or eat sattvic food only
- Recite Hanuman Chalisa for protection from harm
Mantra
Om Yamaya Namah
Classical References
| Muhurta Chintamani | Vishti (Bhadra) is the only inauspicious Chara Karana; all Muhurta texts specifically warn against beginning auspicious work during this period. 'Bhadra mukhe na kartavyam' - nothing auspicious should begin in Bhadra. |
| Brihat Samhita | Bhadra Karana brings obstacles, failure, and discord in all new undertakings. Only acts of destruction, surgery, and fierce rituals may succeed. The wise avoid all Shubha Karya during Vishti. |
