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Gulika Kalamगुलिक कालम्

Daily window of Gulika (Saturn's son) — avoid permanent commitments.

Timing
Varies by day
Duration
90 minutes
Ruled by
Gulika (son of Saturn, also Mandi)

Best for

  • Saturn remedies
  • Settling permanent matters that are intended to last

Avoid

  • New ventures
  • Travel
  • Investments
  • Job change

Spiritual Significance

Gulika is a sub-planet associated with bondage and permanence. Activities started here tend to become "stuck" — long-lasting in their state. Useful for things you WANT permanent (laying foundation stone), avoided for changing situations (job change).

How to Calculate

Divide daytime into 8 parts. Gulika: Monday-6th, Tuesday-5th, Wednesday-4th, Thursday-3rd, Friday-2nd, Saturday-1st, Sunday-7th part.

Modern Application

Less popularly observed than Rahu Kalam. Astrologers still check it for major life decisions. Foundation-laying ceremonies for temples and homes sometimes deliberately use Gulika for "permanence" symbolism.

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