Weekly Horoscope (24 - 30 September 2018)

7 days would bring special surprises for 5 signs! Read weekly horoscope to know what promising prospects will be there in job, business, health, education, love and family life this week.

Last week of September month has begun. This week will be highly beneficial for the natives of Taurus, Gemini, Leo, Virgo and Sagittarius. All their desires would be fulfilled in this 7 days duration, and they would also feel elated. Natives of the other signs will also experience better results alongside ups and downs in their lives.

From today, i.e. September 24, Pitru Paksha (Shradh) are commencing, and would conclude on October 8. Also, from today onwards Mercury planet will enter Hasta Nakshatra. As a result, the prices of wheat, gram (Chana) and Gold-Silver would decline. On September 27, Planet Sun will also enter Hasta, and conjunct here with Mercury. This will lead to the steep rise in the prices of wheat, Jaggery (Gur) and Cotton, and Share markets would also see an upsurge.

Now, take a look at below predictions for all 12 signs to know what surprises might be there in store for you this week:

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ARIES

Increase in expenses is presaged, therefore, invest your money wisely. Balance your...Read More

TAURUS

Some of your desires would come true, which will make you happy. But, health...Read More

GEMINI

Your father’s health may decline but, at the same time, they may…Read More

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CANCER

You may have to face several hardships this week. Your health may suffer, at the same time…Read More

LEO

You would get full support from your siblings, and would feel mentally...Read More

VIRGO

This week seems quite promising for the natives of Virgo. Presence of Mercury planet...Read More

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LIBRA

Pay attention to your family life. Your parents’ health may get affected in this period. At the same time...Read More

SCORPIO

You should concentrate on your siblings’ health as they may face some...Read More

SAGITTARIUS

Situations at workplace will be in your favour, and you may also get a promotion. Additionally...Read More

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CAPRICORN

This week, you would focus more on your family life. However, your concentration would…Read More

AQUARIUS

You would get relieved from chronic diseases but, at the same time, some new...Read More

PISCES

You would work hard in your working domain as the time demands for it, otherwise...Read More

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Pitru Paksha Begins Tomorrow, Know Shradh Dates

Read importance of Pind Daan and Puja vidhi. Pitru Paksha are beginning from 24 September. Find out the rituals followed to provide salvation to ancestors.

In Hinduism, parents and ancestors are regarded as deities, and they are worshipped on an equivalent level. Shradh refers to the reverence expressed towards the ancestors. In scriptures, Pitru Paksha holds great importance for devoting peace and moksha to the soul of ancestors and forefathers. Although, Tarpan is done on Amavasya of every month, but the duration of Pitru Paksha is entirely devoted towards these rituals.

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The sixteen days period starting from Purnima of Bhadrapada and ending on Amavasya of Ashwin Krishna Paksha, is called Pitru Paksha. In this period, we give donations, perform charity, havana and worship God, so that the souls of their forefathers and ancestors rest in peace.

Please note: This year, Pitru Paksha will begin from 24 September and end on 8 October 2018. It is believed that one should worship their ancestors wholeheartedly during these 16 days. By doing this, the ancestors attain peace and salvation and bless the native with a long and flourishing life.

Importance of Pind Daan and Puja Vidhi

According to the Brahma Vaivarta Purana, a grandson or nephew seems eligible to perform the rituals of Pind Daan, in case the departed have no son.

• Pind Daan, Tarpan, and Brahman Bhoj holds immense importance in this ritual. Pind Daan is highly significant to carry out, as without performing it, souls of the ancestors cannot attain moksha or salvation. To commence, take a bath early, wear the sacred thread or Janeu on the right shoulder and offer Pind prepared with cow’s milk, honey, sugar and rice to your ancestors.
• Offer a mixture of water, barley, black sesame seeds and Kusha to your ancestors. It is believed that by offering this, the thirst of forefathers and ancestors gets quenched.
• Ideally, this ritual must be performed at Prayag or Gaya. In case it is not possible, you can perform it at your home.
• It is also believed that your ancestors can knock on your door in any form during this period. Hence, do not turn away anyone from your home.
• Follow the code of Brahmacharya during the period of Pitru Paksha and avoid consuming meat or alcohol.

Importance of 10 Kinds of Donations on Pitru Paksha

By doing 10 types of donations during Pitru Paksha, the ancestors gains absolute peace. One should donate cow, land, clothes, black sesame seeds, gold, ghee or clarified butter, jaggery, rice, silver and salt, etc. In addition, mute animals should also be fed during this period.

When and How to Do Shradh

According to the traditions and puja vidhi, Shradh of the departed kin should be done on the date of his death. If a person dies on Saptami, his Shradh must be done on the same day. In addition, there are some special beliefs which are as follows:

• Shradh of father is carried out on the eighth day (Ashtami), and shradh of mother is done on the ninth day (Navami).
• Shradh of a family member who met with an untimely death due to an accident or suicide must be done on the fourteenth day or Chaturdashi.
• Shradh of saints and monks must be done on Twelfth day or Dwadashi.
• In case you don’t remember the date of death of any departed ancestor, their shradh must be done on Amavasya. This day is known as Sarva Pitra Shradh.

We hope that you like this article. AstroSage wishes you a happy life and bright future.

Anant Chaturdashi Tomorrow, Know Its Puja Muhurat

Worship Lord Vishnu’s Anant Roop and get blessed! Anant Chaturdashi will be celebrated on September 23, 2018. Read here to know the significance of this propitious festival, and also know its Vrat Puja Vidhi.

Anant Chaturdashi, which is also known by the name of Anant Chaudas, is a Hindu festival, and is celebrated with lots of zeal and happiness. It occurs on the 14th day of the brighter fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Bhadrapada.

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This year, it will be celebrated tomorrow on Sunday, September 23. On this auspicious day, Anant Roop of Lord Vishnu is venerated. The idol of Lord Ganesha (established during Ganesh Chaturthi) is also immersed in water, i.e. 10 days later on the day of Chaturdashi. (Please not that Ganesh Sthapana is also done for 3, 5 or 7 days.) This festival of Anant Chaturdashi is celebrated with lots of enthusiasm in Central and North India.

Anant Chaturdashi Puja Muhurat
Puja Timings (September 23-24)	From 06:09:42 AM to 31:19:37 PM (07:19:37 AM on September 24, 2018)
Duration	25 Hours 09 Minutes

Note: Above Muhurat timings are for New Delhi only. To know the timings in your city, read Anant Chaturdashi Puja Muhurat

Importance of Anant Chaturdashi

In Hinduism, fasts and festivals are of great importance and celebrated every year. Among them, Anant Chaturdashi is a significant festival. On this occasion, Anant Roop of Lord Vishnu is worshipped. This Puja takes place in the noon time. In early morning, a vow is taken for the fast and urn installation is also done. (Kalash Sthapana). The significance of this fast and Puja are mentioned in Agni Purana. At the same time, binding of Anant Sutra after worshipping the God is of similar importance on this occasion. This Sutra is made from cotton or silk thread, and is tied on the hand after Puja. As per beliefs, Lord Anant protects people and provides them with worldly splendour, after binding Anant Sutra. Sacred fast is also performed for getting blessed with a child and for prosperity on this day. People also listen to the religious tales of Lord Vishnu.

Religious Story of Anant Chaturdashi

It is believed that the fast and festival of Anant Chaturdashi began in Mahabharata Era. When Pandavas got defeated and were living in the woods, at that time, Lord Krishna had described them about the importance of Anant Chaturdashi Vrat. It is said that in beginning of creation, Lord Vishnu took 14 incarnations (Roop) to protect and preserve 14 worlds (Loka). As a result, the God appeared infinite. That is why, fast on Anant Chaturdashi is taken to appease Lord Vishnu and seek his divine blessings. The fast is also considered to give infinite (Anant) blissful results.

AstroSage wishes you a very happy Anant Chaturdashi, and sincerely hopes that Lord Vishnu endows you with his sacred blessings!