⭐ Kiruthigai in January 2023
Krittika Nakshatra day — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda), Lord Shiva
Kiruthigai Date(s) in January 2023
| Date | Day | Name | Daily Calendar | Monthly Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-03 | Tuesday | Krithigai | View → | January Calendar → |
| 2023-01-30 | Monday | Krithigai | View → | January Calendar → |
About Kiruthigai
Kiruthigai (monthly Karthigai) falls when the Moon transits the Krittika nakshatra. It is considered highly auspicious for lighting lamps, worshipping Lord Murugan, and performing fire rituals. The Kiruthigai in the Tamil month of Karthigai is celebrated as the grand Karthigai Deepam festival.
- Lamp lighting (vilakku)
- Murugan temple visit
- Thiruppugazh recitation
- Fasting
- Abhishekam
- Fire rituals (homam)
Other Auspicious Days in January 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Kiruthigai in January 2023?
Kiruthigai in January 2023 falls on 2023-01-03, 2023-01-30.
What is Kiruthigai?
Kiruthigai (monthly Karthigai) falls when the Moon transits the Krittika nakshatra. It is considered highly auspicious for lighting lamps, worshipping Lord Murugan, and performing fire rituals. The Kiruthigai in the Tamil month of Karthigai is celebrated as the grand Karthigai Deepam festival.