Chandra Grahan 2025: Holi is being celebrated on March 14, Friday in India and on this day a lunar eclipse is taking place. Lunar eclipse is not only an astronomical event but also has a very religious significance. The lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon in which the Earth falls between the Sun and the Moon, which causes the shadow of the earth to fall on the moon and eclipses. The lunar eclipse appears when the sun, earth and moon are in a straight line. There are three types of lunar eclipse, full lunar eclipse, anxinous lunar eclipse and upset lunar eclipse. What kind of lunar eclipse on March 14 will be, where it will be visible from where it will be valid or not in India. Also, read what it is necessary to keep in mind during the eclipse.
What time will the first lunar eclipse of the year take? First lunar eclipse of 2025 time
On the day of Holi, the first lunar eclipse of the year is going to take place. This lunar eclipse will take place on 14 March. This full lunar eclipse is going to be called blood moon. Blood moon (blood moon) The color of the moon turns red or pink during the lunar eclipse. This phenomenon occurs when the Earth’s shadow falls on the moon and the dust and water gases present in the Earth’s atmosphere change the light of the moon into red.
The time of this lunar eclipse is from 9.27 am to 12.28 pm according to India.
Will the lunar eclipse be seen from India or not? , Lunar eclipse visibility in India
The day when the lunar eclipse is taking place, the day will be happening in India. In such a situation, this lunar eclipse will not be seen from India.
Where will the lunar eclipse be seen from where? , Lunar Eclipse Visibility Around the World
The first lunar eclipse of the year on March 14 will be seen from Australia, Western Africa, Europe, Pacific Ocean, Atlantic, Arctic Ocean, North America and South America.
Will the sutak period of lunar eclipse in India be valid on Holi? , Chandra Grahan Sutak Kaal on Holi
There is special religious recognition of the Sutak period. The Sutak period is a traditional Hindu concept that is considered during lunar eclipse or solar eclipse. According to it, the period of Sutak Kaal Time is usually from the beginning of the eclipse to the end of the eclipse. Apart from this, it is said that the Sutak period starts 9 hours before the eclipse. Sutak period is considered inauspicious time and that is why food is not consumed during the Sutak period, worship or religious works, pregnant women are forbidden to get out of the house, etc.
The sutak period of this lunar eclipse on Holi will not be valid in India. This is because lunar eclipse will not be seen from India.
Myth of lunar eclipse | Lunar eclipse myth
- There are many myths related to lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan Myth). According to religious belief, it is said that lunar eclipse seems to be because the Asuras named Rahu and Ketu tried to drink nectar. When the moon told this to Lord Vishnu, he separated the heads and torso of Rahu and Ketu. That is why it is said that lunar eclipse seems to be when Rahu and Ketu try to swallow the moon.
- According to a myth, the moon was cursed by a sage. That is why the eclipse seems to be.
- Some myths say that consuming water during lunar eclipse is prohibited.
What precautions are taken during lunar eclipse? , Chandra grahan precautions
- Usually some precautions are taken when lunar eclipse occurs. For example, pregnant women are forbidden to do any kind of labor during this period. It is also forbidden to leave the house during the eclipse.
- During eclipse, attention can be taken to maintain mental peace and positivity.
- It is advisable to keep the eyes safe. It is said that instead of putting a lot of emphasis on the eyes, binoculars should be used.
(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on general beliefs and information. Lokjanta does not confirm it.)
