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Dwitiya Tithi
Dwitiya is a lunar tithi of the Hindu panchang. Below are the ruling deity, vrat, religious significance and what to do or avoid on Dwitiya tithi in both the Shukla and Krishna paksha.
Shukla Paksha
Ruling deity
Lord Brahma
Vrat / festival
Bhai Dooj (Kartik Shukla Dwitiya)
Significance
Dwitiya is dedicated to Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. Starting new endeavours and educational pursuits on this day is considered auspicious.
What to do
Begin new businesses, start studies, perform acts of charity
What to avoid
Speaking falsehoods, quarrels
Worship mantra
ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः
Krishna Paksha
Ruling deity
Lord Brahma
Vrat / festival
Bhai Dooj (Kartik)
Significance
Krishna Dwitiya is suitable for calm and steady activities. It is auspicious for family gatherings and meditation.
What to do
Family activities, meditation, worship and prayer
What to avoid
Disputes, falsehoods
Worship mantra
ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः
⚠️ This information is based on traditional panchang calculations and is meant as general guidance. For important ceremonies such as marriage or Griha Pravesh, please confirm the muhurat with a qualified pandit or acharya. Timings can shift slightly by city as sunrise and sunset differ.