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Somvati Amavasya 2024: Somvati Amavasya of the Bhadrapad month, is considered significant in Hindu religion for ancestral offerings and attaining prosperity. Performing Tarpan, Pind Daan, charitable deeds, and worshiping Lord Shiva on this day brings numerous benefits.Somvati Amavasya 2024: A Day for Ancestral Offerings and Prosperity
Somvati Amavasya 2024 holds a special significance in Hindu religion. It occurs when the Amavasya (new moon day) falls on a Monday. This day is dedicated to ancestral offerings, seeking prosperity, and spiritual advancement.
Significance of Somvati Amavasya
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Ancestral Offerings: It is believed that performing Tarpan and Pind Daan on this day frees one from ancestral curses and brings blessings from ancestors.
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Prosperity and Happiness: Offering donations and performing charitable deeds on Somvati Amavasya brings peace, happiness, and prosperity to the home.
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Spiritual Advancement: Worshiping Lord Shiva on this day leads to spiritual progress and inner peace.
Auspicious Muhurat for Bhadrapad Amavasya 2024 (Somvati Amavasya 2024 Shubh Muhurat)
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Amavasya Tithi: From 5:21 AM on September 2, 2024, to 7:24 AM on September 3, 2024
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Bath Muhurta: 4:38 AM to 5:24 AM
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Deva Puja Muhurta: 6:09 AM to 7:44 AM
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Time for Ancestral Shraddha: After 12 PM, before sunset
Two Auspicious Yogas Forming on This Amavasya (Somvati Amavasya Shubh Yoga)
As per astrology, two auspicious yogas are also forming on the Amavasya day of the Bhadrapad month. On this day, Shiva Yoga will prevail from sunrise till 6:20 PM. After that, Siddha Yoga will be forming. It is believed that worshiping during Shiva Yoga brings special blessings from the deities. Performing shraddha and tarpan for ancestors during this yoga can also provide relief from ancestral curses.
What to Do on Somvati Amavasya
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Take a Bath in the Brahma Muhurta: Bathing in a holy river during the Brahma Muhurta (early morning) washes away sins.
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Perform Tarpan and Pind Daan: Offer Tarpan and Pind Daan to satisfy the ancestors.
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Donate: Donate food, clothes, money, or other items to earn merit.
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Worship Lord Shiva: Offer water to the Shiva Lingam and sing bhajans and kirtans to please Lord Shiva.
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Worship the Peepal Tree: Circumambulate the Peepal tree and light a lamp to appease ancestors.
What Not to Do on Somvati Amavasya
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Inauspicious Activities: Avoid inauspicious activities like cutting hair or nails.
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Non-Vegetarian Food: Refrain from eating meat on this day.
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Arguments: Avoid conflicts with others.
Please Lord Lakshmi on Somvati Amavasya
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On the Friday before Bhadrapad Amavasya, create a mound of rice and place a statue of Goddess Lakshmi on it.
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Offer one grain of rice to Goddess Lakshmi daily.
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On Bhadrapada Amavasya, feed the rice to birds.
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On the Friday of the Shukla Paksha, make kheer and offer it to Goddess Lakshmi as a bhog.
Somvati Amavasya is a day to remember ancestors and pay homage to them. The auspicious deeds performed on this day bring happiness, prosperity, and spiritual advancement in life. Therefore, perform all religious rituals with proper procedure to seek the blessings of your ancestors.
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