Method and tradition
The Phugpa calendar tradition behind Norbu
Phugpa is a major Tibetan calendrical tradition associated with Kalachakra astronomy. It provides a structured method for calculating months, lunar dates and their relationship to civil days.
A calculation system, not a simple moon chart
The calendar uses interlocking astronomical and calendrical cycles. This is why correct results require more than observing the visible phase of the moon.
Preserving context
Norbu presents calculations through modern interface patterns without claiming to replace the teachers, institutions and textual traditions from which the system developed.
Transparency matters
The site explains the basis of the calendar, the limits of its guidance and the distinction between traditional interpretation and professional advice. This context is essential for responsible use.
FAQ
Questions about this topic
Is Phugpa the only Tibetan calendar tradition?+
No. Tibetan calendrical scholarship includes more than one tradition and lineage of calculation.
Is Norbu affiliated with a monastery or medical institute?+
Norbu is an independent application and does not claim institutional affiliation.
Why modernize the presentation?+
A clear interface helps people read the calendar consistently while the calculation structure remains intact.
See the current day in Norbu
Personal guidance and the complete lunar calendar are available in the app.
