Raj Singh, Indu Sharma and Jyoti Syal
Abstract
Astrology examines how celestial bodies move and their spots in the sky affect people and nature. Tithi symbolises the time, the Moon takes to increase its distance from the Sun by 12 degrees, thus defining a lunar day in the Hindu lunar calendar. A lunar month has 30 tithis kicking off with Krishna Pakshaâs (waning phase) first day, Pradipada and wrapping up with Shukla Pakshaâs (waxing phase) Poornima, varying in start time and duration, typically lasting between 21.5 hours to 26 hours. Tithi is considered one of the important elements of the Hindu Panchang, along with other elements like nakshatra, yoga, vara, and karana. The traditional Hindu festivals and calendar are organized around tithi. According to Vedic astrology, the birth date (tithi) of an individual has a significant effect on the life and personality of an individual. Tithi also plays a vital role in identifying auspicious mahurats for important tasks, an important factor which should not be overlooked. The present study is an attempt to explore more about Astro-ethnobotany, a new branch which studies the relationship between astrology and food items. The study is an endeavour to unveil those particular plants, foods, and vegetables, associated with specific tithis have the ability to antagonize the inauspicious effects of heavenly bodies on human lives.