Saptami Dates 2029
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.
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| Date | Name | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Jan 2029 | — |
Begins: 06-Jan-2029 10:14 AM Saturday
Ends: 07-Jan-2029 08:00 AM Sunday
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Pausha | Krishna |
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Virgo 3.9°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 3)
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| 22 Jan 2029 | Ratha Saptami |
Begins: 21-Jan-2029 09:13 AM Sunday
Ends: 22-Jan-2029 11:43 AM Monday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Pisces 19.1°
Revati (Pada 1)
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| 05 Feb 2029 | — |
Begins: 04-Feb-2029 06:23 PM Sunday
Ends: 05-Feb-2029 04:16 PM Monday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Libra 3.7°
Chitra (Pada 4)
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| 20 Feb 2029 | — |
Begins: 20-Feb-2029 05:47 AM Tuesday
Ends: 21-Feb-2029 07:50 AM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Aries 19.4°
Bharani (Pada 2)
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| 06 Mar 2029 | — |
Begins: 06-Mar-2029 03:27 AM Tuesday
Ends: 07-Mar-2029 01:53 AM Wednesday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Scorpio 3.3°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
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| 22 Mar 2029 | — |
Begins: 21-Mar-2029 11:33 PM Wednesday
Ends: 23-Mar-2029 12:44 AM Friday
|
Adhika Chaitra | Shukla |
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Taurus 19.1°
Rohini (Pada 3)
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| 05 Apr 2029 | — |
Begins: 04-Apr-2029 02:06 PM Wednesday
Ends: 05-Apr-2029 01:24 PM Thursday
|
Adhika Chaitra | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 2.6°
Mula (Pada 1)
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| 21 Apr 2029 | — |
Begins: 20-Apr-2029 01:31 PM Friday
Ends: 21-Apr-2029 01:35 PM Saturday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Gemini 18.2°
Ardra (Pada 4)
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| 04 May 2029 | — |
Begins: 04-May-2029 02:33 AM Friday
Ends: 05-May-2029 02:52 AM Saturday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Capricorn 1.4°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 19 May 2029 | — |
Begins: 19-May-2029 11:32 PM Saturday
Ends: 20-May-2029 10:30 PM Sunday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Cancer 16.7°
Ashlesha (Pada 1)
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| 02 Jun 2029 | — |
Begins: 02-Jun-2029 04:44 PM Saturday
Ends: 03-Jun-2029 05:59 PM Sunday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 29.9°
Dhanishta (Pada 2)
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| 18 Jun 2029 | — |
Begins: 18-Jun-2029 06:19 AM Monday
Ends: 19-Jun-2029 04:27 AM Tuesday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Leo 14.8°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 1)
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| 02 Jul 2029 | — |
Begins: 02-Jul-2029 08:23 AM Monday
Ends: 03-Jul-2029 10:21 AM Tuesday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Aquarius 28.2°
Purva Bhadrapada (Pada 3)
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| 18 Jul 2029 | — |
Begins: 17-Jul-2029 11:12 AM Tuesday
Ends: 18-Jul-2029 08:54 AM Wednesday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Virgo 12.7°
Hasta (Pada 1)
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| 01 Aug 2029 | — |
Begins: 01-Aug-2029 01:12 AM Wednesday
Ends: 02-Aug-2029 03:34 AM Thursday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
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Pisces 26.6°
Revati (Pada 3)
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| 16 Aug 2029 | — |
Begins: 15-Aug-2029 03:47 PM Wednesday
Ends: 16-Aug-2029 01:28 PM Thursday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Libra 10.6°
Swati (Pada 2)
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| 31 Aug 2029 | — |
Begins: 30-Aug-2029 06:42 PM Thursday
Ends: 31-Aug-2029 09:02 PM Friday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Aries 25.2°
Bharani (Pada 4)
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| 14 Sep 2029 | — |
Begins: 13-Sep-2029 09:40 PM Thursday
Ends: 14-Sep-2029 07:45 PM Friday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Scorpio 8.9°
Anuradha (Pada 2)
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| 30 Sep 2029 | — |
Begins: 29-Sep-2029 12:05 PM Saturday
Ends: 30-Sep-2029 01:50 PM Sunday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Taurus 24.1°
Mrigashira (Pada 1)
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| 13 Oct 2029 | Maha Saptami |
Begins: 13-Oct-2029 06:11 AM Saturday
Ends: 14-Oct-2029 04:59 AM Sunday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 7.7°
Mula (Pada 3)
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| 29 Oct 2029 | — |
Begins: 29-Oct-2029 04:14 AM Monday
Ends: 30-Oct-2029 04:58 AM Tuesday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Gemini 23.5°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 12 Nov 2029 | — |
Begins: 11-Nov-2029 06:12 PM Sunday
Ends: 12-Nov-2029 05:56 PM Monday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Capricorn 7.1°
Uttara Ashadha (Pada 4)
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| 28 Nov 2029 | — |
Begins: 27-Nov-2029 06:09 PM Tuesday
Ends: 28-Nov-2029 05:45 PM Wednesday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Cancer 23.3°
Ashlesha (Pada 2)
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| 12 Dec 2029 | — |
Begins: 11-Dec-2029 09:52 AM Tuesday
Ends: 12-Dec-2029 10:39 AM Wednesday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Aquarius 7.1°
Shatabhisha (Pada 1)
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| 27 Dec 2029 | — |
Begins: 27-Dec-2029 05:30 AM Thursday
Ends: 28-Dec-2029 04:09 AM Friday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Leo 23.2°
Purva Phalguni (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.