WHAT IS MUHURAT & SANSKAR

Muhurat (Muhurta) is an auspicious time period in Vedic astrology that is carefully chosen to start an important activity or event. It is believed that starting something during a favorable Muhurat ensures success, prosperity, and positive outcomes while avoiding obstacles and misfortunes.

Muhurat for 16 Sanskars (Hindu Samskaras) in Vedic Astrology

The 16 Sanskars (Shodasha Samskaras) are significant rituals in Hindu tradition, each marking an important stage in life. Performing them at the right Muhurat (auspicious time) ensures spiritual, physical, and mental well-being. Below are the 16 Sanskars and their ideal Muhurats

Before Birth

• Nishek Sanskar (First Time Intimacy of a newly wedded Couple)

• Garbhadhan Sanskar (Conception Ritual)

•  Pumsavana Sanskar (Fetus Protection Ceremony)  

• Simantonnayan Sanskar (Baby Shower & Mental Development)  

After Birth

• Mata ka snan 

• Namkaran Sanskar (Naming Ceremony)

• Nishkraman Sanskar (First Outdoor Visit) 

• Annaprashan Sanskar (First Solid Food Ceremony) 

• Chudakarana Sanskar (Mundan or First Haircut) 

• Karnavedha Sanskar (Ear Piercing Ceremony)     

• Vidyarambh Sanskar (Beginning of Education) 

• Upanayan Sanskar (Sacred Thread Ceremony) 

• Keshant Sanskar (First Shaving of Beard for Brahmacharis) 

• Samavartan Sanskar (Completion of Education & Entering Grihastha Ashram) 

• Vivah Sanskar (Marriage Ceremony) 

• Antyeshti Sanskar (Final Rites/Funeral Ceremony)