BhaktiLoopGuru Pushya Yoga
Considered one of the most highly auspicious and powerful astrological combinations in Vedic astrology. It is believed to bring success, prosperity, and positive outcomes to any new venture, purchase, investment, or spiritual practice started during this period. Guru Pushya Yoga is considered one of the most auspicious and powerful astrological combinations (Yogas) in Vedic astrology. It is formed when the Pushya Nakshatra (a lunar mansion known for nourishment, prosperity, and auspiciousness) falls on a Thursday (ruled by Brihaspati or Jupiter, the planet of wisdom, wealth, and good fortune). This combination is believed to bring immense success, stability, and positive results to any new endeavors, investments, or purchases made during this period. Guru Pushya Yoga is one of the most auspicious and powerful astrological combinations (Yogas) in Vedic astrology. It occurs when the Pushya Nakshatra (a lunar mansion) coincides with Thursday (Guruvaar), the day associated with Jupiter (Guru). This combination is considered highly propitious for commencing new ventures, purchasing valuable assets (especially gold and property), initiating education, performing spiritual practices, and making significant investments due to the benevolent influence of Jupiter.
Event Information
- Alternative Names
- Guru Pushya Amrit Yoga, Guru Pushya Nakshatra Yoga, Guru Pushya Yog, Pushya Nakshatra on Thursday
- Duration
- The duration of the Pushya Nakshatra on the specific Thursday it occurs (typically ranges from a few hours to nearly a full day, depending on the planetary positions).; Typically spans the duration of Pushya Nakshatra on a given Thursday, which can vary but usually lasts for several hours, often a major part of the day.; The duration of Guru Pushya Yoga is typically for the period when Pushya Nakshatra prevails on a Thursday, which can range from a few hours to nearly a full day depending on the planetary movements.
- Day of Week
- Thursday (Guruvar)
Hindu Calendar Details
- Hindu Month
- Varies (can occur in any month where Pushya Nakshatra coincides with a Thursday)
- Paksha
- Varies (can occur in Shukla Paksha or Krishna Paksha)
- Tithi
- Varies (the specific lunar day will differ each time it occurs)
Associated Deities
Key Rituals & Practices
- Initiating new businesses or ventures.
- Purchasing gold, silver, property, vehicles, or other valuable assets.
- Making significant investments.
- Starting new educational courses or learning new skills.
- Performing spiritual practices, meditation, Japa (chanting mantras), and charity work.
- Conducting auspicious ceremonies like Griha Pravesh (housewarming) or foundation laying.
- Purchasing gold, silver, jewelry, or precious stones.
- Initiating new businesses, ventures, or projects.
- Making significant financial investments or property deals.
- Starting new educational courses or training.
- Performing spiritual practices, meditation, or chanting.
- Donating to charities and performing acts of kindness.
- Buying new vehicles or household items.
- Traditionally, marriage ceremonies are *not* performed during Pushya Nakshatra, even on Guru Pushya Yoga, due to a mythological association with a curse on the Moon God.
- Prayers to Lord Brihaspati, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi for blessings and prosperity.
- Purchasing gold, silver, or other valuables.
- Buying new property or vehicles.
- Starting new businesses or ventures.
- Initiating education or learning new skills.
- Performing financial transactions and investments.
- Conducting auspicious ceremonies (like Griha Pravesh - housewarming).
- Engaging in spiritual practices, meditation, and pujas to Lord Brihaspati or Goddess Lakshmi.
- Donating yellow items (e.g., turmeric, yellow clothes, chana dal) to honor Jupiter.