New Delhi, October 20 (Udaipur Kiran): The Kartik Amavasya, observed on October 20 and 21, holds immense spiritual and religious significance in the Hindu calendar. According to the Drik Panchang, the Amavasya Tithi will begin at 3:44 p.m. on October 20 and end at 5:54 p.m. on October 21.
This day, which coincides with Darsha Amavasya, marks the conclusion of Kartik Krishna Paksha and the beginning of Shukla Paksha. The Sun will remain in Libra, while the Moon will move from Virgo to Libra at 9:36 a.m. The Abhijit Muhurat will be observed between 11:43 a.m. and 12:28 p.m., while Rahu Kaal will last from 2:55 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.
Spiritual Significance of Kartik Amavasya
As mentioned in the Brahma Purana, Goddess Lakshmi descends to Earth on this auspicious day to bless her devotees with wealth and prosperity. The Padma Purana states that performing Deepdan (lighting lamps) on Kartik Amavasya bestows eternal merit (Akshaya Punya).
According to the Skanda Purana, reciting the Bhagavad Gita, offering Tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu, and performing Ann Daan (food donation) help destroy sins and bring happiness and abundance. Donating food on this day is believed to bring long life and blessings equivalent to donating a thousand cows.
Rituals and Remedies for Prosperity
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Sacred Bath and Charity: Taking a holy bath or bathing with Ganga Jal (Ganges water) at home is considered as virtuous as bathing in a pilgrimage site. Donating clothes, food, and essentials on this day ensures freedom from ailments and sorrows.
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Deepdan Under the Peepal Tree: Lighting a mustard oil lamp with black sesame seeds beneath a Peepal tree at night is highly auspicious. Devotees should pray for their ancestors, seek forgiveness, and circle the tree. This ritual is believed to bring peace to departed souls and progress in pending tasks.
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Worship and Mantra Chanting: Offering water and Belpatra to Lord Shiva, chanting “Om Namah Shivaya”, and donating to the poor help eliminate negative energy and attract peace, prosperity, and divine blessings.
Both the Padma Purana and Matsya Purana emphasize that charity, devotion, and lighting lamps on Kartik Amavasya bring spiritual upliftment, health, and success. On this night, spreading light symbolizes the victory of positivity over darkness, inviting Maa Lakshmi’s grace into one’s home.
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