Saptami Dates 2023
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jan 2023 | — |
Begins: 13-Jan-2023 06:18 PM Friday
Ends: 14-Jan-2023 07:24 PM Saturday
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Pausha | Krishna |
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Virgo 10.9°
Hasta (Pada 1)
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| 28 Jan 2023 | Ratha Saptami |
Begins: 27-Jan-2023 09:11 AM Friday
Ends: 28-Jan-2023 08:44 AM Saturday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Pisces 24.7°
Revati (Pada 3)
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| 13 Feb 2023 | — |
Begins: 12-Feb-2023 09:47 AM Sunday
Ends: 13-Feb-2023 09:46 AM Monday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Libra 11.0°
Swati (Pada 2)
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| 26 Feb 2023 | — |
Begins: 26-Feb-2023 12:21 AM Sunday
Ends: 27-Feb-2023 12:59 AM Monday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aries 24.7°
Bharani (Pada 4)
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| 14 Mar 2023 | — |
Begins: 13-Mar-2023 09:28 PM Monday
Ends: 14-Mar-2023 08:23 PM Tuesday
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Phalguna | Krishna |
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Scorpio 10.6°
Anuradha (Pada 3)
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| 28 Mar 2023 | — |
Begins: 27-Mar-2023 05:28 PM Monday
Ends: 28-Mar-2023 07:03 PM Tuesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Taurus 24.4°
Mrigashira (Pada 1)
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| 12 Apr 2023 | — |
Begins: 12-Apr-2023 05:40 AM Wednesday
Ends: 13-Apr-2023 03:45 AM Thursday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 9.6°
Mula (Pada 3)
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| 27 Apr 2023 | — |
Begins: 26-Apr-2023 11:28 AM Wednesday
Ends: 27-Apr-2023 01:39 PM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Gemini 23.6°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 12 May 2023 | — |
Begins: 11-May-2023 11:28 AM Thursday
Ends: 12-May-2023 09:07 AM Friday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 8.1°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 26 May 2023 | — |
Begins: 26-May-2023 05:20 AM Friday
Ends: 27-May-2023 07:43 AM Saturday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Cancer 22.3°
Ashlesha (Pada 2)
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| 09 Jun 2023 | — |
Begins: 09-Jun-2023 04:22 PM Friday
Ends: 10-Jun-2023 02:03 PM Saturday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Aquarius 6.2°
Dhanishta (Pada 4)
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| 24 Jun 2023 | — |
Begins: 24-Jun-2023 10:18 PM Saturday
Ends: 26-Jun-2023 12:26 AM Monday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Leo 20.7°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 09 Jul 2023 | — |
Begins: 08-Jul-2023 09:52 PM Saturday
Ends: 09-Jul-2023 08:00 PM Sunday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Pisces 4.1°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 1)
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| 25 Jul 2023 | — |
Begins: 24-Jul-2023 01:43 PM Monday
Ends: 25-Jul-2023 03:09 PM Tuesday
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Adhika Shravana | Shukla |
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Virgo 19.0°
Hasta (Pada 3)
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| 07 Aug 2023 | — |
Begins: 07-Aug-2023 05:21 AM Monday
Ends: 08-Aug-2023 04:15 AM Tuesday
|
Adhika Shravana | Krishna |
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Aries 2.1°
Ashwini (Pada 1)
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| 23 Aug 2023 | — |
Begins: 23-Aug-2023 03:06 AM Wednesday
Ends: 24-Aug-2023 03:32 AM Thursday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Libra 17.3°
Swati (Pada 4)
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| 06 Sep 2023 | — |
Begins: 05-Sep-2023 03:47 PM Tuesday
Ends: 06-Sep-2023 03:38 PM Wednesday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Taurus 0.4°
Krittika (Pada 2)
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| 22 Sep 2023 | — |
Begins: 21-Sep-2023 02:15 PM Thursday
Ends: 22-Sep-2023 01:36 PM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Scorpio 15.9°
Anuradha (Pada 4)
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| 05 Oct 2023 | — |
Begins: 05-Oct-2023 05:42 AM Thursday
Ends: 06-Oct-2023 06:36 AM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Taurus 29.3°
Mrigashira (Pada 2)
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| 21 Oct 2023 | Maha Saptami |
Begins: 20-Oct-2023 11:25 PM Friday
Ends: 21-Oct-2023 09:54 PM Saturday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 14.9°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 1)
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| 04 Nov 2023 | — |
Begins: 03-Nov-2023 11:09 PM Friday
Ends: 05-Nov-2023 01:00 AM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Gemini 28.8°
Punarvasu (Pada 3)
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| 19 Nov 2023 | — |
Begins: 19-Nov-2023 07:24 AM Sunday
Ends: 20-Nov-2023 05:22 AM Monday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Capricorn 14.3°
Shravana (Pada 2)
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| 04 Dec 2023 | — |
Begins: 03-Dec-2023 07:28 PM Sunday
Ends: 04-Dec-2023 10:00 PM Monday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Cancer 28.9°
Ashlesha (Pada 4)
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| 19 Dec 2023 | — |
Begins: 18-Dec-2023 03:14 PM Monday
Ends: 19-Dec-2023 01:08 PM Tuesday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Aquarius 14.0°
Shatabhisha (Pada 3)
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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.