Vakya Panchangam 1998 |best| -

Looking back at the Vakya Panchangam for 1998 , this year spanned two significant Tamil years: (1997–1998) and (1998–1999).

Vedic Eras: The year 1998 corresponded primarily to the Samvat 2054–2055 and the Shakya era 1919–1920. Vakya Panchangam 1998

2.2 Key Dates (Gregorian 1998)

Starting from Tamil New Year (Vishu) in April 1998, the year became Bahudanya (also referred to as Vegudanya) Varusham. Looking back at the Vakya Panchangam for 1998

Unlocking the Skies of 1998: A Look Back at the Vakya Panchangam

If you grew up in a traditional South Indian household, especially in Tamil Nadu, you’ve heard the phrase “Vakya Panchangam” whispered with a sense of awe. It’s not just a calendar; it’s a sonic bridge to our ancestors. Unlike the more mathematically derived Tamil Surya Siddhanta Panchangam, the Vakya Panchangam is unique. It is based on ancient oral traditions—mnemonic phrases (vakyas) that encode complex astronomical calculations for planetary positions. Puthandu (Tamil New Year): Tuesday, April 14, 1998

  1. Tithi (Lunar Day): There are 30 Tithis in a lunar month (15 in the Shukla Paksha/Waxing phase and 15 in the Krishna Paksha/Waning phase). In 1998, specific festivals were determined by the prevailing Tithi at sunrise.
  2. Vaaram (Weekday): Sunday (Bhanu Vaaram) through Saturday (Sani Vaaram).
  3. Nakshatram (Star): The Moon travels through 27 constellations. The Panchangam lists the Nakshatram present at sunrise and its duration. For Muhurtam (auspicious timing), the Nakshatram is crucial.
  4. Yogam: A combination of the Sun and Moon's position used for calculating auspiciousness. Good Yogams (like Siddhi or Shubha) are preferred for starting work.
  5. Karanam: Half a Tithi. There are 11 Karanas. They are used for micro-planning activities (e.g., starting a specific small task).

Today, let’s rewind the cassette tape to 1998 and see what the Vakya Panchangam tells us about that specific year.