Saptami Dates 2022
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 | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Jan 2022 | — |
Begins: 08-Jan-2022 10:43 AM Saturday
Ends: 09-Jan-2022 11:09 AM Sunday
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Pausha | Shukla |
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Pisces 5.7°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 25 Jan 2022 | — |
Begins: 24-Jan-2022 08:45 AM Monday
Ends: 25-Jan-2022 07:49 AM Tuesday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Virgo 21.9°
Hasta (Pada 4)
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| 07 Feb 2022 | Ratha Saptami |
Begins: 07-Feb-2022 04:39 AM Monday
Ends: 08-Feb-2022 06:17 AM Tuesday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Aries 6.0°
Ashwini (Pada 2)
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| 23 Feb 2022 | — |
Begins: 22-Feb-2022 06:35 PM Tuesday
Ends: 23-Feb-2022 04:57 PM Wednesday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Libra 21.7°
Vishakha (Pada 1)
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| 09 Mar 2022 | — |
Begins: 09-Mar-2022 12:32 AM Wednesday
Ends: 10-Mar-2022 02:57 AM Thursday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Taurus 6.0°
Krittika (Pada 3)
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| 24 Mar 2022 | — |
Begins: 24-Mar-2022 02:17 AM Thursday
Ends: 25-Mar-2022 12:10 AM Friday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Scorpio 21.0°
Jyeshtha (Pada 2)
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| 08 Apr 2022 | — |
Begins: 07-Apr-2022 08:33 PM Thursday
Ends: 08-Apr-2022 11:06 PM Friday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Gemini 5.6°
Mrigashira (Pada 4)
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| 23 Apr 2022 | — |
Begins: 22-Apr-2022 08:43 AM Friday
Ends: 23-Apr-2022 06:28 AM Saturday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 19.8°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 08 May 2022 | — |
Begins: 07-May-2022 02:57 PM Saturday
Ends: 08-May-2022 05:01 PM Sunday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Cancer 4.6°
Pushya (Pada 1)
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| 21 May 2022 | — |
Begins: 21-May-2022 03:00 PM Saturday
Ends: 22-May-2022 01:00 PM Sunday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Capricorn 18.1°
Shravana (Pada 3)
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| 06 Jun 2022 | — |
Begins: 06-Jun-2022 06:40 AM Monday
Ends: 07-Jun-2022 07:56 AM Tuesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
|
Leo 3.2°
Magha (Pada 1)
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| 19 Jun 2022 | — |
Begins: 19-Jun-2022 10:19 PM Sunday
Ends: 20-Jun-2022 09:02 PM Monday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Aquarius 16.2°
Shatabhisha (Pada 3)
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| 05 Jul 2022 | — |
Begins: 05-Jul-2022 07:29 PM Tuesday
Ends: 06-Jul-2022 07:49 PM Wednesday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Virgo 1.4°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 20 Jul 2022 | — |
Begins: 19-Jul-2022 07:51 AM Tuesday
Ends: 20-Jul-2022 07:37 AM Wednesday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Pisces 14.2°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 04 Aug 2022 | — |
Begins: 04-Aug-2022 05:41 AM Thursday
Ends: 05-Aug-2022 05:07 AM Friday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
|
Virgo 29.4°
Chitra (Pada 2)
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| 18 Aug 2022 | — |
Begins: 17-Aug-2022 08:26 PM Wednesday
Ends: 18-Aug-2022 09:22 PM Thursday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Aries 12.5°
Ashwini (Pada 4)
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| 03 Sep 2022 | — |
Begins: 02-Sep-2022 01:52 PM Friday
Ends: 03-Sep-2022 12:29 PM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Libra 27.7°
Vishakha (Pada 3)
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| 17 Sep 2022 | — |
Begins: 16-Sep-2022 12:20 PM Friday
Ends: 17-Sep-2022 02:15 PM Saturday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Taurus 11.2°
Rohini (Pada 1)
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| 02 Oct 2022 | Maha Saptami |
Begins: 01-Oct-2022 08:47 PM Saturday
Ends: 02-Oct-2022 06:48 PM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Scorpio 26.2°
Jyeshtha (Pada 3)
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| 17 Oct 2022 | — |
Begins: 16-Oct-2022 07:05 AM Sunday
Ends: 17-Oct-2022 09:31 AM Monday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
|
Gemini 10.5°
Ardra (Pada 2)
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| 31 Oct 2022 | — |
Begins: 31-Oct-2022 03:28 AM Monday
Ends: 01-Nov-2022 01:12 AM Tuesday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 25.3°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 15 Nov 2022 | — |
Begins: 15-Nov-2022 03:25 AM Tuesday
Ends: 16-Nov-2022 05:51 AM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Cancer 10.3°
Pushya (Pada 3)
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| 30 Nov 2022 | — |
Begins: 29-Nov-2022 11:05 AM Tuesday
Ends: 30-Nov-2022 08:59 AM Wednesday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Capricorn 24.8°
Dhanishta (Pada 1)
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| 15 Dec 2022 | — |
Begins: 14-Dec-2022 11:43 PM Wednesday
Ends: 16-Dec-2022 01:40 AM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Leo 10.5°
Magha (Pada 4)
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| 29 Dec 2022 | — |
Begins: 28-Dec-2022 08:45 PM Wednesday
Ends: 29-Dec-2022 07:18 PM Thursday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Aquarius 24.7°
Purva Bhadrapada (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.