Tithi 2bhadra
Dwitiya
द्वितीया
Presiding deity: Brahma
Tithi Mantra
ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः
Om Brahmane Namah
Shukla Paksha (waxing)
Second day after new moon — building on beginnings, formal commitments, learning rituals. Chandra Darshan day in shukla paksha.
Krishna Paksha (waning)
Second day of waning — reflection, study, philosophical contemplation.
Best for
- + Learning
- + Teaching
- + Religious studies
- + Building purchases
- + Naming ceremonies
Avoid for
- - Conflict resolution
Fasting tradition
Chandra-darshan on Shukla Dwitiya — sight the new moon for prosperity.
Major festivals on this tithi
Chandra Darshan, Bhai Dooj (Krishna Dwitiya of Kartik), Yamuna Dwitiya