Tithi Names (30 Tithis)Krishna Paksha
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Krishna Chaturthi

Krishna Chaturthi is the 19th tithi of the lunar month during the waning Krishna Paksha phase.

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. Krishna Paksha is ideal for introspective meditation and removing inner obstacles.

Favorable
  • •Worship of Lord Ganesha
  • •Spiritual Japa and meditation
Unfavorable
  • •Celebratory commencements requiring waxing moon