What is Hora?
In traditional astrological timekeeping, the day and night are divided into planetary hours associated with a repeating sequence such as Ravi, Chandra, Mangal, Budh, Guru, Shukra and Shani. The app displays the applicable periods for the selected date and location.
Why sunrise and sunset matter
Planetary-hour duration is based on the local day and night span, so the displayed clock times change through the year and by location. A fixed one-size-fits-all Hora table would not represent local day length correctly.
How it is used
Users who follow Hora may consult the active period while planning an elective activity. It should be understood as an optional traditional reference, not a substitute for Jain ethical principles, religious observance rules or Guru guidance.
Day and night toggle
The dedicated screen separates day and night, shows official sunrise/sunset and highlights the running Hora for today. Date controls allow past and future lookup.
Why Jain Panchang includes it
A modern Jain Panchang often serves both core religious-calendar needs and familiar timing references that families already consult. Clear labeling helps keep those categories distinct.
Use this guide with the Jain Panchang app
Learn what Hora is, why Hora times change by sunrise and location, and how Jain Panchang presents day and night Hora as an optional traditional timing reference. The Android and iPhone apps put the calculation beside the calendar so the explanation on this website and the practical daily screen work together.