Jiva Muhurta जीव
The Jiva muhurta is the 11th of the fifteen night muhurtas (sunset to sunrise), and the 26th of the thirty in all. Presided over by Brihaspati (Guru), it is a wise window, traditionally considered auspicious.
- Presiding deity
- Brihaspati (Guru)
- Nature
- Wise
- Energy
- Auspicious, prosperous
- Traditional quality
- Auspicious
Best for
- Education
- teaching
- finance
- religion
Frequently asked questions
What is the Jiva muhurta?
The Jiva muhurta is the 11th of the fifteen night muhurtas (sunset to sunrise), and the 26th of the thirty in all. Presided over by Brihaspati (Guru), it is a wise window, traditionally considered auspicious. A muhurta is one of the 30 divisions of the Hindu day (about 48 minutes each), 15 in daylight and 15 at night.
Is the Jiva muhurta auspicious?
The Jiva muhurta is traditionally considered auspicious. It is favoured for important and auspicious work.
What is the Jiva muhurta good for?
Jiva best suits education, teaching, finance, religion. Its energy is auspicious, prosperous.
Last updated 31 July 2026