If you’re planning any significant activities on February 12, 2025, understanding the Panchang can provide valuable insights. Here’s a detailed look at the day’s astrological and spiritual aspects:
Date & Festivals
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Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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Festivals & Observances:
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Guru Ravidas Jayanti: Celebrating the birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas, a prominent saint and poet in the Bhakti movement.
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Lalita Jayanti: Honoring Goddess Lalita, a form of Goddess Durga.
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Magha Purnima Vrat: A fasting day observed on the full moon day of the Magha month.
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Kumbha Sankranti: The Sun’s transition into the Aquarius zodiac sign.
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Anvadhan: A traditional ritual performed by some communities.
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Bhadra: A specific period considered inauspicious for certain activities.
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Ganda Moola: A period considered unfavorable for starting new ventures.
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Aadal Yoga: A specific combination of planetary positions.
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Sunrise & Sunset
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Sunrise: 6:42 AM
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Sunset: 5:55 PM
Tithi & Paksha
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Tithi: Purnima (Full Moon)
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Paksha: Shukla Paksha (Waxing Moon)
Nakshatra & Yoga
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Nakshatra: Ashlesha until 7:35 PM, then Magha
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Yoga: Shobhan until 7:19 AM, then Atiganda
Karana
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Vishti: Until 7:05 AM
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Bava: 7:05 AM – 7:23 PM
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Balava: 7:23 PM – 7:48 AM (Feb 13)
Sun & Moon Positions
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Sun Sign: Aquarius (Kumbha)
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Moon Sign: Cancer (Karka)
Uttarayana
The Sun is in its northward journey (Uttarayana), a period considered auspicious for spiritual practices and new beginnings.
⚠️ Inauspicious Periods
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Bhadra: Until 7:08 AM
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Ganda Moola: From 6:34 PM on Feb 11 to 7:35 PM on Feb 12
These periods are traditionally avoided for starting new ventures or significant activities.
✅ Auspicious Periods
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Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga: From 6:34 PM on Feb 11 to 7:04 AM on Feb 12
This is considered an ideal time for auspicious activities.
Conclusion
February 12, 2025, is a day rich in spiritual significance. With festivals like Guru Ravidas Jayanti and Magha Purnima, along with favorable planetary positions, it’s an excellent day for spiritual practices, rituals, and new beginnings. However, it’s advisable to avoid the inauspicious periods of Bhadra and Ganda Moola for initiating significant activities.