Paush Purnima 2019 Vrat: Rituals & Significance

Tomorrow, on January 21, the first Purnima of 2019 will be celebrated as Paush Purnima. Know how this fast can make your life prosperous.

On Purnima or Full Moon day during the Paush month, taking a dip is considered propitious. As per Hindu calendar, the full moon day of this month is a day dedicated to fasting and charity. On this auspicious day, people around the world gather near the banks of holy rivers to take a bath and free themselves from the sins of their past life. The month of Paush is dedicated to Lord Sun and Purnima is relevant with the Moon, hence, this creates a rewarding combination that one must take advantage of by worshipping the almighty and praying for a better life. As per astrology, worshipping the Lord on this day brings you eternal bliss and all your desires get fulfilled. 

The word Purnima constitutes of ‘Purni’ and ‘ma’. The former means complete and later means Moon or Chandra. Hence, the day when Moon is visible as a complete circle, shining bright in the sky is called Purnima or full moon day. Every month, on the day of Purnima, one or the other festival is celebrated. However, the month of Paush and Magh have a special significance astrologically. People in Northern region of India consider these months to be particularly auspicious.

Paush Purnima in 2019

Paush Purnima Vrat Muhurat for New Delhi, India

Poornima Tithi Begins at 14:20:20 on January 20, 2019

Poornima Tithi Ends at 10:47:11 on January 21, 2019

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In the year 2019, on January 20, Purnima tithi will begin at 14:20:20. This will continue till January 21 up to 10:47:11, after which Purnima tithi will end. You may also gain the blessings of the Lord by taking a holy dip, doing charity and performing the prayers and rituals. 

Significance of Paush Purnima

It is believed that Paush Purnima is a day extremely important in Hindu religion as it is considered capable of providing moksha to the individuals who worship God on this day with complete dedication. The baths in holy rivers are done during this phase only. It is believed that one who fasts and bathes in the holy waters on this day attains salvation or moksha and becomes free from the birth-death cycle. Since the month of Magh is particularly auspicious and every single day of this month is rewarding, people believe that anything that is started on this day always brings fruitful results. Donations made or religious deeds performed during this month are also of great significance.

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Importance Of Holy Dip, Charity And Fast On Paush Purnima

Since the holy baths of the month of Magh begin with Paush Purnima, it is considered auspicious to take bath in any of the holy rivers, fast on this day and perform prayers. Astrological as well as religious considerations for the day suggest that by fasting on Paush Purnima you pave your way to heaven. For the whole month of Purnima, devotees take bath in holy rivers, keep a fast on selected days and perform the necessary rituals as per the shubh muhurat in order to attain eternal peace.

Also Read: Paush Poornima Vrat 2019 

Fasting and Puja Rituals

As stated before, someone who takes a bath in the holy river and thereafter offers donations to the poor and needy attains heaven after completing their life on Earth. Chanting of mantras or shlokas, keeping a fast and other rituals are important to get the blessings of God on this auspicious day. Given below are the rituals involved in Paush Purnima vrat.

• Early morning, on the day of Paush Purnima, take a bath and pledge to observe a fast.
• If possible, go to a river, lake, pond or a source of water present at any religious place.
• If you are taking bath in a river, don’t forget to worship Lord Varun, the God of Oceans. 
• After taking a bath, chant Surya mantra and offer Arghya to Lord Sun.
• It is auspicious if you worship Lord Krishna, also called Madhusudan, after performing the bathing rituals. Offer Naivedyam to him as well. 
• After that, offer food to a Brahmin or a beggar. Make donations as per your capacity.
• Donating sesame seeds, jaggery, woollen clothes, blankets etc. is beneficial.

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Mercury Transit in Capricorn Tomorrow, Read The Effects

Mercury to transit in Capricorn tomorrow. Read the impact of this change on the 12 zodiac signs and perform the necessary remedies to prevent yourself from any loss.

Mercury, the representative of intellect and communication, is a fast-moving planet as per Vedic astrology. If, in the kundali of a native, Mercury is benefic, then he will become intelligent, a good negotiator and possess the ability to convince people with excellent communication skills. Such a person knows how to use speech diplomatically and handle even adverse situations with utmost intellect. People with a strong Mercury are good orators and have a tendency to learn from the practical world instead of seeking just the books. Worldly knowledge is the real knowledge to such people. These people love music and can lure with their choice of words. People with a strong Mercury in their horoscope are generally Doctors, Advocates, Businessmen, Administrators or in Media. Since Mercury also affects your skin, people with benefic Mercury have flawless skin. On the contrary, if the planet Mercury is weak in one’s horoscope, the person suffers from skin-related issues.

Also Read: Mercury Retrograde 2019 Dates, Effects & Remedies

Mercury governs your logic, speech as well as dexterity. On Saturday, January 20, 2019 at 20:54:30, Mercury will transit from Sagittarius sign to Capricorn. This will affect the life of all the individuals to a great extent. Read to find out how this change in planetary position will affect your life. 

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Aries

During this transit of Mercury, it will enter in your tenth house. This transit of Mercury shows that you will gain respect and reputation in your workplace and your work will get appreciated.…...Read more

Taurus

During this transit, Mercury will enter in your ninth house. This placement of Mercury shows a huge gain in your economic status. Hence, during this transit, your finances will remain strong…...Read more

Gemini

During the transit of Mercury, it will enter in your eighth house. The placement of Mercury in your eighth house may not prove to be very favourable for your health. Hence, take care of your health…...Read more

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Cancer

Mercury will make a transit in your seventh house. The placement of Mercury in your seventh house shows that you may get benefitted from foreign connections…...Read more

Leo

Mercury will transit in your sixth house this time. This placement of Mercury may give you money troubles. Financially, this time is not auspicious for you.…...Read more

Virgo

Mercury will transit in your fifth house this time, and its placement will provide benefits, especially to the students. You will definitely get the result of your previous hard work...Read more

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Libra

Mercury will transit in your fourth house, which will result in a pleasant and peaceful family life. During this period, if you wish to shift or change your home or build a new house...Read more

Scorpio

Mercury will transit into your third house, which indicates a good flow of energy within you. During this transit of Mercury, you will be able to focus towards your goal….Read more

Sagittarius

The transit of Mercury in Capricorn will be auspicious for Sagittarius natives. Mercury will transit in your second house this time. Its presence in your second house will benefit you at the workplace...Read more

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Capricorn

Since Mercury is going to transit in your sign, hence it will transit in your first house or Lagna. The placement of Mercury in the first house of your zodiac sign indicates your social values and an increase in honour.…...Read more

Aquarius

Mercury will transit in your twelfth house, which will prove to be particularly beneficial for students. Those students who were planning to go abroad for higher education for a long time would be successful…...Read more

Pisces

Mercury will enter your eleventh house during this transit. This indicates happiness in your married life. During this period of transit, you will be able to spend maximum time with your spouse …...Read more

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Makar Sankranti 2019 And First Shahi Snan Tomorrow

Shubh muhurat for Shahi snan. This Makar Sankranti, welcome Maa Lakshmi to your home by taking a dip in the river of wealth.

Makar Sankranti is a major festival among Hindus. In India, this is one festival which is celebrated in different forms in different regions. The rituals and names may vary, but the intention of celebrating the hard work of farmers is the same. Makar Sankranti is observed on 14th January, but this year it will fall on 15th. It is the day when Sun starts its journey towards the Northern Hemisphere, thus warming up the days. With this change in movement, Sun transits into Capricorn sign. 

Though most of the dates of Hindu festivals are calculated on the basis of Panchang, this is one festival which is celebrated as per the movement of the Sun only. With this festival, people bid goodbye to winters and welcome the refreshing spring which is fast approaching. With sweet breeze flowing, days getting longer, people fly kites on this day.

Makar Sankranti Muhurat (New Delhi, India)
Date	15 January, 2019 (Tuesday)
Punya Kaal Muhurat	From 07:15:14 to 12:30:00
Duration	5 hrs 14 min
Maha Punya Kaal Muhurat	From 07:15:14 to 09:15:14
Duration	2 hrs 0 min
Occurence of Sankranti	19:44:29 on 14th, January

First Shahi Snan of Kumbh begins with Makar Sankranti

As per religious beliefs, the first Shahi Snan of Kumbh begins after the transit of Sun in Capricorn sign. Though Kumbh and Makar Sankranti are two different aspects, first holy bath generally takes place after the transit of Sun in the sign Capricorn. Kumbh Mela is organized every twelve years. In the year 2019, in Prayagraj, Allahabad at Triveni Sangam, the fair called Ardh (half) Kumbh will be organized. Ardh Kumbh is organized every six years. 

Significance of Shahi Snan

Among several religious places in India, there are places where pilgrimage or prayers are considered to be auspicious, particularly during the month of Magh, especially on the day of Makar Sankranti. Kumbh mela and Sabri mela in Kerala are such occasions which are so huge that they become tourist attraction. People take a dip in Narmada river and pray for a prosperous year. It is believed that taking a bath in holy rivers clears your past sins.

Scientific Significance of Makar Sankranti

On the day of Makar Sankranti, it is better if you take a bath after applying til (sesame seeds) oil all over your body. You must, thereafter, donate jaggery, sesame seeds, oil, blankets, fruits, umbrellas, etc. to the poor and needy as per your capacity. Scientifically, this day is significant as the day and night are nearly equal on this day. The days start becoming longer and nights get shorter, which is an indication of the winter season to be over. The weather is warmer and pleasant as Sun starts moving towards North.

While Sun is moving towards the South, the rays do not seem to be good for one’s health but when the direction of movement is towards the North, the rays of Sun become beneficial for health. 

Festivals Associated with Makar Sankranti

During the month of January, farmers start harvesting the rabi crops. The season of Spring is around the corner and the atmosphere is of bliss. This festival of harvesting has different names popular across different states, but the motive is to celebrate the rewards of the hard work farmers put in to receive good yield in their farms. Let’s discuss a few of them:

Pongal: Pongal is primarily the festival of farmers and the harvesting festival of South-India. It is celebrated in the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. There is a trend of worshipping cows along with worshipping God and showing gratitude towards them.

Uttarayan: The festival of Uttarayan and International Kite Flying festival has made the state of Gujrat so popular that people recognize it with its festivals. Every year, on 14th or 15th January, Uttarayan is celebrated. In Gujrat, people also keep a fast on this day which is contrary to the tradition of eating Khichdi prevalent in North India.

Lohri: The most renowned festival of Punjab, Lohri is celebrated on 13th of January every year. It is a festival of harvest celebrated by lighting a bonfire, singing and dancing around it, and just like any festival of Punjab is incomplete without food, enjoying traditional dishes. Popcorns, Sesame seeds, jaggery and sweets made from these are popular snacks consumed on Lohri.

Magh/Bhogali Bihu: A festival of Assam which is celebrated thrice a year is Bihu. One of the three Bihus is Bhogali Bihu which is celebrated with pomp and show. Bihu dance is an inseparable part of this celebration, and so are the traditional cuisines. Til (sesame seeds), rice, sugarcane and coconut are the crops popular in this region. Dishes are made from these and served to all the guests.

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