: Ensure the sunrise time is adjusted for the specific location in Tamil Nadu for precise results.
Date: 10-4-1998 (Friday) Suryodayam: 6:02 AM Thithi: Sukla Trayodasi (upto 3:30 PM) Nakshatram: Uthiram (Uttara Phalguni) Yogam: Vishkumbha Karanam: Bava Chandrashtama: Kanya Rasi (Moon in Virgo – not favorable for those born in Virgo moon sign) Subha Muhurtam: 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Because publishers differ, vakya numerics for 1998 depend on the specific vakya tradition used (e.g., Parashara, Naagalam, or local temple vakya). Exact numbers for 1998 would be taken from a printed Vakya Panchangam of that year. Vakya Panchangam 1998
A common point of confusion for researchers looking back at 1998 is why festival dates differ between almanacs.
| Feature | Vakya Panchangam (1998) | Drik Panchangam (1998) | |--------|------------------------|------------------------| | | Mean positions (simplified) | True positions (corrected for perturbations) | | Tithi timings | Sometimes 1–2 hours off | More precise | | Solar ingress (Sankramana) | Fixed timing (e.g., Mesha Sankranti often on April 13/14) | Varies by actual Sun longitude | | Eclipses in 1998 | Predictions might differ by minutes | Accurate as per NASA/astronomical data | | Festival dates | May shift by 1 day (e.g., Diwali, Pongal) | Aligned with actual astronomical events | : Ensure the sunrise time is adjusted for
| Event | Actual Date (Drik/NASA) | Vakya Prediction (typical) | |-------|------------------------|----------------------------| | Solar Eclipse | Feb 26, 1998 (annular) | Feb 26 (timing off by ~30 min) | | Lunar Eclipse | Mar 13, 1998 (partial) | Mar 13 (minor difference) | | Solar Eclipse | Aug 22, 1998 (annular) | Aug 22 (timing variance) | | Lunar Eclipse | Sep 6, 1998 (partial) | Sep 6 (similar) |
This article provides an in-depth overview of the Vakya Panchangam for 1998, exploring key dates, astrological shifts, and the cultural context of that year. 1. Understanding the Vakya Panchangam A common point of confusion for researchers looking
In 1998, the shadow planets Rahu and Ketu were positioned in the Leo ( Simha ) and Aquarius ( Kumbha ) axis before shifting backward into Cancer ( Kataka ) and Capricorn ( Makara ). This axis shift altered the dynamics of career and personal relationships for many individuals. Why People Search for the 1998 Almanac Today
system which uses modern astronomical calculations, the Vakya system relies on ancient verses ( ) and oral traditions. For the year , the Vakya Panchangam covers two major Tamil years: Eswara Varusham (1997–1998): This year concluded in mid-April 1998. Bahudhanya Varusham (1998–1999):