Pambu Panchangam 1994

Pambu Panchangam is also known for its traditional forecasts (not astrological predictions for individuals, but general trends):

Below are key Samkramanam (Sun’s transit into zodiac signs) and major festivals as per Pambu 1994:

| Tamil Month | Gregorian Start (approx) | Samkramanam (Date) | Major Festival / Event | |-------------|--------------------------|--------------------|------------------------| | Chithirai | Apr 12, 1994 | Apr 14 (Mesha Samkramam) | Tamil New Year | | Vaikasi | May 12, 1994 | May 14 (Vrishabha) | Vaikasi Visakam | | Aani | Jun 12, 1994 | Jun 15 (Mithuna) | Aani Thirumanjanam | | Aadi | Jul 13, 1994 | Jul 16 (Karka) | Aadi Perukku (Jul 31) | | Aavani | Aug 13, 1994 | Aug 17 (Simha) | Aavani Avittam (Aug 21) | | Purattasi | Sep 12, 1994 | Sep 16 (Kanya) | Purattasi Saturdays begin | | Aippasi | Oct 12, 1994 | Oct 17 (Tula) | Deepavali (Nov 2, as per Pambu) | | Karthigai | Nov 11, 1994 | Nov 16 (Vrishchika) | Karthigai Deepam (Nov 26) | | Margazhi | Dec 11, 1994 | Dec 15 (Dhanus) | Vaikunta Ekadasi (Dec 13) | | Thai | Jan 10, 1995 | Jan 14 (Makara) | Pongal (Jan 15) | | Maasi | Feb 8, 1995 | Feb 12 (Kumbha) | Maha Shivaratri (Feb 27) | | Panguni | Mar 10, 1995 | Mar 14 (Meena) | Panguni Uthiram (Mar 26) |

Note: Dates may vary by one day from other panchangams due to computational differences. pambu panchangam 1994

This project produces an outstanding, scholarly, and accessible publication of the 1994 Pambu Panchangam (Tamil snake/astrological almanac), combining a faithful critical edition of the original 1994 text, annotated translation, historical context, astronomical verification, and cultural commentary for scholars and general readers.

Finding a physical copy of the Pambu Panchangam 1994 today is challenging but not impossible. Here are your best options:

One of the most consulted sections of the Pambu Panchangam 1994 is the table of Rahu Kalam (period of Rahu), Yamagandam (time of Yama), and Kuligai. Pambu Panchangam is also known for its traditional

Here is a sample of daily timings (based on sunrise 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM in Chennai) for 1994:

| Day of Week | Rahu Kalam (2.5 hours) | Yamagandam (2.5 hours) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Monday (Somavaram) | 5:30 AM – 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | | Tuesday (Mangalvaram) | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM | | Thursday (Guruvasaram) | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM | | Friday (Sukravaram) | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | 5:30 AM – 7:00 AM |

Note for 1994: The timings shift slightly with the seasons. The printed Pambu Panchangam 1994 includes precise adjustments for DST (not used in India) and local sunrise variations for cities like Madurai, Coimbatore, and Trichy. Note for 1994: The timings shift slightly with the seasons

The core of the 1994 Panchangam was the daily breakdown of:

| Section | Content for 1994 | |---------|------------------| | Daily Panchangam | Sunrise/sunset, moonrise/moonset, thithi (lunar day), nakshatra (star), yoga, karana, and rahu kalam for each day. | | Festivals | Dates for Pongal (Jan 14, 1994), Tamil New Year (Apr 12, 1994), Diwali (Nov 1, 1994), Navaratri, Karthigai Deepam, etc., with correct nakshatra timings. | | Eclipses (Grahanam) | Predictions for solar/lunar eclipses in 1994 (e.g., a total solar eclipse on Nov 3, 1994 – visible partly in India; a lunar eclipse on May 25, 1994). | | Muhurtham Dates | Auspicious days for weddings, housewarming (griha pravesh), vehicle purchase, and starting new ventures. | | Ugradays (Inauspicious periods) | Lists of forbidden dates for new beginnings (e.g., Jyeshta masa, Dhanur masa, and specific thithis like Chaturdashi). | | Rasi Phalalu (Monthly Horoscope) | Predictions for each moon sign (Mesha to Meena) for every Tamil month. |

Pambu Panchangam (பாம்பு பஞ்சாங்கம்) is one of the most respected and widely followed traditional Tamil almanacs. Named after its founder, Sri Pambu Sivachariyar, this panchangam is known for its accuracy in astronomical calculations and its practical guidance for daily rituals, festivals, and auspicious timings (muhurtham). The 1994 edition continues this legacy, reflecting the celestial positions and Tamil calendar for that specific year.