Panchang: Kistughna Karan

Kistughna Karana is one of the 11 Karanas in the Hindu calendar. It is a fixed and special Karana that occurs only in the last phase of Amavasya Tithi.

Special Properties of Kistughna Karana

Enduring Karana

Kistughna literally means “End of Suffering”. This Karana occurs at the end of Amavasya, which indicates the end of negative energies and brings peace.

Religious Significance

Kistughna Karana is especially used for spiritual practices, Pitra Tarpan and works to end negativity.

Work and Auspiciousness

This Karana is not considered auspicious. Auspicious works like marriage, Griha Pravesh, or starting new works should be avoided. However, this time is considered suitable for removing negative energies and doing Sadhana.

Related Tithi

Kistughna Karana appears only in Amavasya Tithi. It depends on the time of moon rise and set.

Effect of Kistughna Karana

Work done in this Karana can have long term results. It is suitable for spiritual activities like meditation and yoga. Bathing in holy river, charity and remembering ancestors are considered auspicious at this time. Kistughna Karana is a special part of Panchangam, which has great importance in spiritual and negative energy mitigation. It is important to understand it and use it properly.