What is the best day to buy gold according to Vedic astrology?▼
According to Vedic astrology, Pushya Nakshatra days are considered the most auspicious for gold purchase. When Pushya falls on Thursday (Guru Pushya Yoga) or Sunday (Ravi Pushya Yoga), the auspiciousness multiplies significantly. Other favorable nakshatras include Rohini, Hasta, Shravana, and Revati. MuhuratGuru analyzes all five panchanga elements to find the optimal muhurat window.
Can I buy gold on Saturday or Tuesday?▼
Saturday is ruled by Shani (Saturn) and is traditionally avoided for gold purchases as it is associated with iron, not gold. Tuesday is ruled by Mangal (Mars) and is also generally avoided for auspicious purchases. The best weekdays for gold buying are Thursday (Guru - Jupiter), Monday (Chandra - Moon), and Wednesday (Budh - Mercury).
What is Akshaya Tritiya and why is it important for gold buying?▼
Akshaya Tritiya (अक्षय तृतीया) falls on Vaishakh Shukla Tritiya and is considered the single most auspicious day for gold purchase in the entire year. The word 'Akshaya' means 'never diminishing' — wealth acquired on this day is believed to grow perpetually. No muhurat consultation is needed on Akshaya Tritiya as the entire day is auspicious.
Should I avoid buying gold during Rahu Kalam?▼
Yes, Rahu Kalam (राहु काल) should be strictly avoided for gold purchases. Rahu is considered a shadow planet that brings obstacles. MuhuratGuru's best muhurat window automatically excludes Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kalam timings to ensure your purchase falls within a clean auspicious window.
What is Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga for gold purchase?▼
Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga (सर्वार्थ सिद्धि योग) occurs when specific nakshatras align with specific weekdays. For example, Pushya on Thursday or Rohini on Monday. During this yoga, all endeavors are believed to succeed. MuhuratGuru automatically detects and highlights dates with Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga, Amrit Siddhi Yoga, and other powerful combinations.
How does MuhuratGuru calculate gold purchase muhurat?▼
MuhuratGuru uses a 5-element panchanga scoring system based on 1,355 classical Vedic rules from Muhurta Chintamani, Brihat Samhita, and B.V. Raman's works. Each date is scored on Nakshatra (30%), Tithi (25%), Vara/weekday (20%), Yoga (15%), and Karana (10%). Planetary prohibitions like combustion and eclipses are checked separately. Only dates scoring 85+ out of 100 receive the 'Excellent' rating.
Is it good to buy gold on Dhanteras?▼
Dhanteras (धनतेरस), celebrated two days before Diwali, is the second most auspicious day for gold purchase after Akshaya Tritiya. It falls on Krishna Paksha Trayodashi of Kartik month. 'Dhan' means wealth and 'Teras' means thirteenth — buying gold or precious metals on this day is believed to invite Goddess Lakshmi's blessings into the household.
