Var

In the Panchang, the astrological almanac used in Indian Astrology, “Var” refers to the day of the week. It is one of the five elements of Panchanga and plays a significant role in determining auspicious and inauspicious timings for various activities.

The seven days of the week in the Hindu calendar are associated with different ruling planets and have their own unique qualities and influences. The names of the days and their ruling planets are as follows:

Var (Days) Name in Sanskrit/Hindi

Sunday (Bhanuvasarh/Ravivar) – Ruling Planet: Sun (Surya)
Monday (Induwasarh /Somvar) – Ruling Planet: Moon (Chandra)
Tuesday (Bhaumvasarh/Mangalvar) – Ruling Planet: Mars (Mangal)
Wednesday (Saumyavasarh/Budhvar) – Ruling Planet: Mercury (Budha)
Thursday (Guruvasarh/ Guruvar) – Ruling Planet: Jupiter (Guru)
Friday (Shukravarh/ Sukravar) – Ruling Planet: Venus (Shukra)
Saturday (Shanivasarh/ Shanivar) – Ruling Planet: Saturn (Shani)

Each day of the week is associated with specific planetary influences and is believed to have its own energies and vibrations. These influences can be considered while determining the favorable or unfavorable nature of a particular day for certain activities.

Astrologers and individuals who follow Hindu astrology often refer to the Panchang or astrological calendars to determine the current Var and consider its associated planetary influences when planning important events or activities.