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Shakuni Karana - a fixed (sthira) karana, inauspicious
Karana 9 of 11 · Fixed (Sthira)

Shakuni Karana शकुनि

Shakuni is a fixed karana near the month's end, in the latter half of Krishna Chaturdashi. Its name means a bird or omen.

Type
Fixed (Sthira)
Nature
Inauspicious
Order
Karana 9 of 11

Significance

An inauspicious karana associated with medicine, incantation and the reading of omens.

Favorable activities

Suited to administering medicine, remedies and dealing with adversaries; avoided for auspicious beginnings.

Frequently asked questions

What is Shakuni Karana?

Shakuni is a fixed karana near the month's end, in the latter half of Krishna Chaturdashi. Its name means a bird or omen.

Is Shakuni karana auspicious or inauspicious?

Shakuni is a fixed (sthira) karana and is inauspicious. An inauspicious karana associated with medicine, incantation and the reading of omens.

What activities are favorable during Shakuni?

Suited to administering medicine, remedies and dealing with adversaries; avoided for auspicious beginnings.

What is the significance of Shakuni karana?

An inauspicious karana associated with medicine, incantation and the reading of omens.

Last updated 29 July 2026