Saptami Dates 2021
Saptami is the 7th lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, occurring twice every month โ 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 | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Jan 2021 | — |
Begins: 05-Jan-2021 05:48 AM Tuesday
Ends: 06-Jan-2021 04:04 AM Wednesday
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Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Virgo 2.7°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 20 Jan 2021 | — |
Begins: 19-Jan-2021 10:59 AM Tuesday
Ends: 20-Jan-2021 01:16 PM Wednesday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Pisces 17.2°
Revati (Pada 1)
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| 04 Feb 2021 | — |
Begins: 03-Feb-2021 02:13 PM Wednesday
Ends: 04-Feb-2021 12:08 PM Thursday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Libra 2.6°
Chitra (Pada 3)
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| 19 Feb 2021 | Ratha Saptami |
Begins: 18-Feb-2021 08:18 AM Thursday
Ends: 19-Feb-2021 10:59 AM Friday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Aries 17.5°
Bharani (Pada 2)
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| 05 Mar 2021 | — |
Begins: 04-Mar-2021 10:00 PM Thursday
Ends: 05-Mar-2021 07:55 PM Friday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 2.1°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
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| 20 Mar 2021 | — |
Begins: 20-Mar-2021 04:49 AM Saturday
Ends: 21-Mar-2021 07:11 AM Sunday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Taurus 17.4°
Rohini (Pada 3)
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| 03 Apr 2021 | — |
Begins: 03-Apr-2021 05:59 AM Saturday
Ends: 04-Apr-2021 04:13 AM Sunday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 1.3°
Mula (Pada 1)
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| 19 Apr 2021 | — |
Begins: 18-Apr-2021 10:35 PM Sunday
Ends: 20-Apr-2021 12:02 AM Tuesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Gemini 16.7°
Ardra (Pada 4)
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| 03 May 2021 | — |
Begins: 02-May-2021 02:51 PM Sunday
Ends: 03-May-2021 01:40 PM Monday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Capricorn 0.0°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 19 May 2021 | — |
Begins: 18-May-2021 12:33 PM Tuesday
Ends: 19-May-2021 12:51 PM Wednesday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Cancer 15.4°
Pushya (Pada 4)
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| 01 Jun 2021 | — |
Begins: 01-Jun-2021 01:07 AM Tuesday
Ends: 02-Jun-2021 12:47 AM Wednesday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 28.4°
Dhanishta (Pada 2)
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| 17 Jun 2021 | — |
Begins: 16-Jun-2021 10:46 PM Wednesday
Ends: 17-Jun-2021 10:00 PM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Leo 13.6°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 01 Jul 2021 | — |
Begins: 30-Jun-2021 01:19 PM Wednesday
Ends: 01-Jul-2021 02:02 PM Thursday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Aquarius 26.6°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 16 Jul 2021 | — |
Begins: 16-Jul-2021 06:07 AM Friday
Ends: 17-Jul-2021 04:35 AM Saturday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Virgo 11.6°
Hasta (Pada 1)
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| 30 Jul 2021 | — |
Begins: 30-Jul-2021 03:55 AM Friday
Ends: 31-Jul-2021 05:41 AM Saturday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Pisces 24.8°
Revati (Pada 3)
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| 15 Aug 2021 | — |
Begins: 14-Aug-2021 11:51 AM Saturday
Ends: 15-Aug-2021 09:52 AM Sunday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Libra 9.5°
Swati (Pada 1)
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| 29 Aug 2021 | — |
Begins: 28-Aug-2021 08:58 PM Saturday
Ends: 29-Aug-2021 11:26 PM Sunday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Aries 23.4°
Bharani (Pada 4)
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| 13 Sep 2021 | — |
Begins: 12-Sep-2021 05:21 PM Sunday
Ends: 13-Sep-2021 03:11 PM Monday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Scorpio 7.8°
Anuradha (Pada 2)
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| 28 Sep 2021 | — |
Begins: 27-Sep-2021 03:44 PM Monday
Ends: 28-Sep-2021 06:18 PM Tuesday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Taurus 22.3°
Rohini (Pada 4)
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| 12 Oct 2021 | Maha Saptami |
Begins: 11-Oct-2021 11:51 PM Monday
Ends: 12-Oct-2021 09:48 PM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 6.5°
Mula (Pada 2)
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| 28 Oct 2021 | — |
Begins: 27-Oct-2021 10:51 AM Wednesday
Ends: 28-Oct-2021 12:50 PM Thursday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Gemini 21.8°
Punarvasu (Pada 1)
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| 11 Nov 2021 | — |
Begins: 10-Nov-2021 08:26 AM Wednesday
Ends: 11-Nov-2021 06:50 AM Thursday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Capricorn 5.7°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 3)
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| 26 Nov 2021 | — |
Begins: 26-Nov-2021 04:43 AM Friday
Ends: 27-Nov-2021 05:44 AM Saturday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Cancer 21.7°
Ashlesha (Pada 2)
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| 10 Dec 2021 | — |
Begins: 09-Dec-2021 07:55 PM Thursday
Ends: 10-Dec-2021 07:10 PM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Aquarius 5.5°
Dhanishta (Pada 4)
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| 26 Dec 2021 | — |
Begins: 25-Dec-2021 08:10 PM Saturday
Ends: 26-Dec-2021 08:09 PM Sunday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Leo 21.8°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 3)
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Saptami โ Significance, Festivals & Rituals
What is Saptami?
Saptami is the 7th lunar day (tithi) in the Hindu calendar, occurring twice every month โ 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.