According to religious beliefs, an eclipse is not a simple astronomical event but a time with special impact. Astrology considers a lunar eclipse a significant event, impacting both human life and nature. Therefore, traditionally, the beginning of any auspicious or new work is avoided during the eclipse. During a solar or lunar eclipse, performing puja, chanting mantras, and remembering God are considered auspicious, while auspicious events like marriage, house warming, and shopping are advised to be postponed. From a religious and spiritual perspective, certain special precautions are also considered necessary during this time. Let's learn from Ujjain's renowned astrologer, Acharya Anand Bhardwaj, about what to do during this lunar eclipse, what to avoid, and how to make the eclipse positive.

According to the calendar, the lunar eclipse on March 3rd will last from 3:19 pm to 6:47 pm. The Sutak period begins 12 hours before the eclipse ends. During Sutak, auspicious activities are prohibited, and temples are kept closed. Astrologers advise that the elderly and the sick can eat between 6:30 am and 9:30 am, but it is advisable to practice restraint and perform bhajans and pujas during the day and evening.

What to do during the lunar eclipse?
Donating after the lunar eclipse is of special significance. It is believed that donating rice, milk, ghee, white clothes, and silver on this day removes lunar defects and bestows blessings from ancestors. Chanting mantras on this day is highly fruitful. One should chant Lord Shiva's Mahamrityunjaya mantra and the Moon mantra "Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandramase Namah." You can also chant the mantras of your favorite deity. Religious texts should be recited during this time. It is believed that this brings peace to the mind and positive energy. One should bathe after the eclipse ends, removing negativity from the body and home. After bathing, be sure to sprinkle Ganga water in the home and temple.

What not to do during the lunar eclipse?

According to religious beliefs, the time of a lunar eclipse is considered a sensitive period and a period of energy change. Negative influences are feared to increase during this time, so special caution is advised. According to tradition, idols of deities should not be touched during the eclipse, and it is considered appropriate to cover the home temple with a clean cloth, especially red or yellow. It is also believed that sacred trees like Tulsi, Peepal, and Banyan should not be touched during this time, as this is considered to cause inauspicious effects. Maintaining a positive atmosphere on the day of the eclipse is crucial, so it is considered best to distance oneself from people who have negative thoughts or speak harsh words. Disputes, conflicts, or unnecessary arguments should be avoided during this time to maintain peace and harmony in the home.

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