Saptami Dates 2024
Saptami is the 7th lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, occurring twice every month — once in the Shukla Paksha and once in the Krishna Paksha. Saptami is primarily associated with the Sun God (Surya) and is considered auspicious for Surya worship and related rituals.
The most significant Saptami is Ratha Saptami, falling on Magha Shukla Saptami, which marks the northward journey of the Sun and celebrates the Sun God's power and glory. Saptami during Navratri is also observed as part of the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga.
The most significant Saptami is Ratha Saptami, falling on Magha Shukla Saptami, which marks the northward journey of the Sun and celebrates the Sun God's power and glory. Saptami during Navratri is also observed as part of the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga.
All times shown in: Asia/Kolkata
| Date | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02-Jan-2024 |
Begins: 02-Jan-2024 05:12 PM Tuesday
Ends: 03-Jan-2024 07:49 PM Wednesday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Leo 29.3°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 16-Jan-2024 |
Begins: 16-Jan-2024 11:58 PM Tuesday
Ends: 17-Jan-2024 10:07 PM Wednesday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
|
Pisces 13.9°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 01-Feb-2024 |
Begins: 01-Feb-2024 02:05 PM Thursday
Ends: 02-Feb-2024 04:03 PM Friday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
|
Virgo 29.7°
Chitra (Pada 2)
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| 15-Feb-2024 |
Begins: 15-Feb-2024 10:13 AM Thursday
Ends: 16-Feb-2024 08:55 AM Friday
|
Magha | Shukla |
|
Aries 13.8°
Bharani (Pada 1)
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| 02-Mar-2024 |
Begins: 02-Mar-2024 07:55 AM Saturday
Ends: 03-Mar-2024 08:46 AM Sunday
|
Magha | Krishna |
|
Libra 29.8°
Vishakha (Pada 3)
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| 15-Mar-2024 |
Begins: 15-Mar-2024 10:10 PM Friday
Ends: 16-Mar-2024 09:39 PM Saturday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
|
Taurus 13.4°
Rohini (Pada 2)
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| 31-Mar-2024 |
Begins: 31-Mar-2024 09:32 PM Sunday
Ends: 01-Apr-2024 09:10 PM Monday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
|
Scorpio 29.2°
Jyeshtha (Pada 4)
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| 14-Apr-2024 |
Begins: 14-Apr-2024 11:44 AM Sunday
Ends: 15-Apr-2024 12:12 PM Monday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
|
Gemini 12.6°
Ardra (Pada 2)
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| 30-Apr-2024 |
Begins: 30-Apr-2024 07:06 AM Tuesday
Ends: 01-May-2024 05:47 AM Wednesday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
|
Sagittarius 28.0°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 14-May-2024 |
Begins: 14-May-2024 02:51 AM Tuesday
Ends: 15-May-2024 04:20 AM Wednesday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
|
Cancer 11.4°
Pushya (Pada 3)
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| 29-May-2024 |
Begins: 29-May-2024 01:41 PM Wednesday
Ends: 30-May-2024 11:45 AM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 26.2°
Dhanishta (Pada 1)
|
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| 12-Jun-2024 |
Begins: 12-Jun-2024 07:17 PM Wednesday
Ends: 13-Jun-2024 09:34 PM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Leo 9.9°
Magha (Pada 3)
|
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| 27-Jun-2024 |
Begins: 27-Jun-2024 06:40 PM Thursday
Ends: 28-Jun-2024 04:28 PM Friday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
|
Aquarius 24.2°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 12-Jul-2024 |
Begins: 12-Jul-2024 12:33 PM Friday
Ends: 13-Jul-2024 03:06 PM Saturday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
|
Virgo 8.2°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 26-Jul-2024 |
Begins: 26-Jul-2024 11:31 PM Friday
Ends: 27-Jul-2024 09:20 PM Saturday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Pisces 22.0°
Revati (Pada 2)
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| 11-Aug-2024 |
Begins: 11-Aug-2024 05:46 AM Sunday
Ends: 12-Aug-2024 07:56 AM Monday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
|
Libra 6.6°
Chitra (Pada 4)
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| 25-Aug-2024 |
Begins: 25-Aug-2024 05:32 AM Sunday
Ends: 26-Aug-2024 03:40 AM Monday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
|
Aries 20.1°
Bharani (Pada 3)
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| 09-Sep-2024 |
Begins: 09-Sep-2024 09:54 PM Monday
Ends: 10-Sep-2024 11:13 PM Tuesday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
|
Scorpio 5.3°
Anuradha (Pada 1)
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| 23-Sep-2024 |
Begins: 23-Sep-2024 01:51 PM Monday
Ends: 24-Sep-2024 12:40 PM Tuesday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
|
Taurus 18.6°
Rohini (Pada 3)
|
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| 09-Oct-2024 |
Begins: 09-Oct-2024 12:15 PM Wednesday
Ends: 10-Oct-2024 12:32 PM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
|
Sagittarius 4.2°
Mula (Pada 2)
|
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| 23-Oct-2024 |
Begins: 23-Oct-2024 01:30 AM Wednesday
Ends: 24-Oct-2024 01:20 AM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Gemini 17.7°
Ardra (Pada 4)
|
|
| 08-Nov-2024 |
Begins: 08-Nov-2024 12:35 AM Friday
Ends: 08-Nov-2024 11:57 PM Friday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
|
Capricorn 3.6°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 3)
|
|
| 21-Nov-2024 |
Begins: 21-Nov-2024 05:04 PM Thursday
Ends: 22-Nov-2024 06:09 PM Friday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
|
Cancer 17.4°
Ashlesha (Pada 1)
|
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| 07-Dec-2024 |
Begins: 07-Dec-2024 11:07 AM Saturday
Ends: 08-Dec-2024 09:45 AM Sunday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
|
Aquarius 3.4°
Dhanishta (Pada 4)
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|
| 21-Dec-2024 |
Begins: 21-Dec-2024 12:22 PM Saturday
Ends: 22-Dec-2024 02:33 PM Sunday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
|
Leo 17.7°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 2)
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Saptami – Significance, Festivals & Rituals
What is Saptami?
Saptami is the 7th lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, occurring twice every month — once in the Shukla Paksha and once in the Krishna Paksha. It is primarily associated with the Sun God (Surya) and is considered auspicious for Surya worship.
What is Ratha Saptami?
Ratha Saptami falls on Magha Shukla Saptami and marks the northward journey of the Sun (Uttarayan). It celebrates the Sun God riding his chariot pulled by seven horses, symbolising the seven colours of light. It is observed with a holy bath, Surya puja, and offering of Arghya to the Sun.
What is the significance of Saptami during Navratri?
The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Kalaratri, the seventh form of Goddess Durga. She is worshipped for protection against evil forces and negative energies. Special pujas and offerings are made on this day.
How is Saptami observed?
Devotees rise before sunrise, take a holy bath, and offer Arghya to the Sun. Surya mantras such as the Aditya Hridayam are recited. Fasting and visiting Sun temples are common practices observed on Saptami.