Tithi Names (30 Tithis)Shukla Paksha
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Chaturthi
Chaturthi (चतुर्थी) is the 4th lunar tithi in the lunar calendar, measured by each 12-degree elongation between Sun and Moon.
12° Arc
Ruling DeityLord Ganesha (Vighnaharta)
NatureRikta (Obstacle-Clearing & Power)
Significance
The fourth tithi, sacred to Lord Ganesha for removing obstacles and fasting on Sankashti/Vinayaka. Governs daily fasting, deity homage, and spiritual observances.
Favorable
- •Worship of Lord Ganesha
- •Activities harmonizing with Rikta (Obstacle-Clearing)
Unfavorable
- •Unethical or discordant actions