Phalguna Amavasya 2023: In this blog by AstroSage we will also talk about the Panchak ahead that is going to start on the 20th of February, 2023. We will discuss what Panchak is and how Panchak impacts our lives. Special Daan /Donations as per each zodiac sign is also mentioned in this blog so that all individuals can benefit on this auspicious day.
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The Moon is given utmost importance in Vedic Astrology. All the zodiacs, Nakshatras, Muhurata, Paksha, etc are all calculated keeping the movement of the Moon and the state it is in. According to the Hindu calendar, the Krishna Paksha (waning Moon) Amavasya in the month of Phalguna is known as Phalguna Amavasya.
Now, we know that many of our readers will wonder as to how one can know whether the Moon in one’s natal chart is waning or waxing. Well, there is a simple trick to know it. In the Lagna chart, If the Moon is placed within 7 houses from the Sun anticlockwise, then it will be a waxing Moon. If, on the other hand, the Moon is placed 7 or more houses or more from the Sun then it is waning.
Now in continuation with the topic, let us read further as to why this Phalguna Amavasya 2023 is considered auspicious. In Hindu culture, Tarpan and Shradh are observed on this day for our ancestors and their soul’s peace. People observe fasts on this Amavasya to welcome peace and prosperity into their lives. According to the Hindu Panchang, the new moon day of Krishna Paksha of Phalguna month is starting on 19 February, 2023 at 4:21 PM, and will last till 12:38 PM on 20th February, 2023. This is the reason why Phalguna Amavasya will be celebrated on 20th February, 2023.
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Phalguna Amavasya Rituals
This day holds a special place in Hinduism. The following are the religious rites and fasts observed on Phalguna Amavasya:
- Early in the morning on Phalguna Amavasya, take a bath in a river. You can also just add a few drops of Ganges water in your bucket of water before bathing and bathe with that water. Offerings must be made to the Sun after bathing.
- Taking bath in rivers has special significance on Phalguna Amavasya as it is believed Gods and Goddess appear in rivers on this Day, specially the Ganga.
- Provide food for the cows like grains, and fodder and clothing, til, Amla (Gooseberry), blankets, bedding to the poor.
- If you belong to a financially stable background, you can donate a cow, some gold, or perhaps some land to the temple or the temple priest.
- On Phalguna Amavasya, just like every other Amavasya, one should commemorate their ancestors.
Why is Phalguna Amavasya Important?
It is a known fact that it is a new moon on Amavasya, hence the mind of an individual may not be at peace on that day. In Vedic astrology the Moon is the significator of mental peace and emotions. So, on Phalguna Amavasya it is said to dedicate the day towards others by serving the poor and the needy. Worshiping Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva on this day is considered beneficial. Shradh and Tarpan have a special significance on this day and should be carried out responsibly to seek blessings of our ancestors.
Let’s now move on to the zodiac-wise donations that you can make and make Phalguna Amavasya 2023 more auspicious.
Zodiac-Wise Donations on Phalguna Amavasya 2023
- Aries: For Aries natives it is best to offer water to the Sun in a copper vessel with a pinch of Kumkum in it in the morning after bathing, and donate milk or Ghee to appease the Moon.
- Taurus: Donating food and clothes to the lepers or to the poor would help Taurus natives and also it is advised to offer water to the Moon at night with a spoonful of milk in it.
- Gemini: Donate a cow or donate cow fodder to feed the cows. Recite the Beej Mantra of the Moon, ‘Om Shraam Shreem Shroum Sah Chandramase Namah’.
- Cancer: For Cancerians it is best to donate Shankh and milk in the temple and offer Arghya to the Moon.
- Leo: Offer Arghya to the Sun and make donations in mental asylums or old age homes.
- Virgo: For Virgos, it is best to offer silver in temples, and offer white flowers to the Shivling.
- Libra: Libras should offer pearls to Goddess Lakshmi, and offer rice or curd in the temples.
- Scorpio: Doing Rudrashtakam would help appease the Moon for the Scorpios. Offer sweets made of milk to the poor.
- Sagittarius: Offer rice, Ghee and milk to the poor. Serve the elderly. These remedies will help Sagittarians.
- Capricorn: Capricorns should offer food and clothing to young and poor girls, pray to the lord Shiva.
- Aquarius: For Aquarius natives it is best to make donations of silver, pearls or white coloured sweets in temples and other religious places.
- Pisces: For Pisces natives it is best to conduct Langars to feed the poor in temples and do a Havan to please the Moon and lord Shiva.
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On the day of Phalguna Amavasya, a rare coincidence in taking place, i.e. Panchak for February 2023 will commence on the same day. In this regard, let us further read about what is Panchak, how it would impact individuals, and remedy for each zodiac.
What Is Panchak?
In Vedic Astrology, the 5 days when the Moon transits to the 3rd Pada of the Dhanishta Nakshatra and then travels through all the four Padas of Shatabhisha, Poorvabhadrapada, Uttara Bhadrapada and Revati Nakshatras are known as Panchak. To make it simpler to understand, when the moon transits through the zodiacs of Aquarius and Pisces, that time is termed as Panchak.
This period is regarded as an highly inauspicious time as per the Indian Vedic Astrology and it is believed that if a person dies during Panchak, then 5 more people die after that person from the same family or in the vicinity of his area. Therefore, Panchak is a greatly feared time of the month. However, we should note that not all Panchak are inauspicious. We will now read about the types of Panchak and the do’s and don’ts during Panchak.
Also, we will give you remedies as per 12 zodiacs to perform during Panchak so as to nullify the negative effects. The Panchak starting on February 20, 2023 are the Raj Panchak and these times are not considered inauspicious. We will now understand the types of Panchak.
Types of Panchak:
- Rog Panchak: Rog Panchak starts on a Sunday. These are highly inauspicious Panchak and people born on Rog Panchak or otherwise also are said to have a weak immune system and go through physical and mental health issues.
- Raj Panchak: This Panchak is said to start on a Monday and is highly auspicious for most of the events that happen in a person’s life on a daily basis. This is a good time for business.
- Agni Panchak: This Panchak begins on a Tuesday of any month. This period is considered auspicious for litigation or legal matters.
- Mrityu Panchak: Panchak that begins on a Saturday is known as Mrityu Panchak. This Panchak is said to bring in death, a grave injury or accidents.
- Chor Panchak: Panchak that starts on a Friday is known as Chor Panchak. Doing certain activities on Chor Panchak is said to corrode wealth.
Do’s & Don’ts During Panchak:
There are certain activities you can perform during Panchak and you should avoid others. We have listed these out for you:
Do’s:
- House warming parties, Bhai Dooj, and Raksha Bandhan can be celebrated during Panchak.
Don’ts:
- Ceremonies like Marriage, Mundan or Naming ceremonies are strictly prohibited during Panchak.
- Lending or borrowing money for business should be avoided during Panchak. If in case it is unavoidable, worship Goddess Lakshmi before starting the task.
- If a person dies during Panchak then burn 5 effigies made of flour, gram flour and Kush (grass) along with the body to safeguard other members of the family.
- If you have to travel in the South direction, especially on a Saturday then worship Lord Hanuman and offer him fruits before heading for your journey.
Now let’s take a look at certain easy remedies one can follow as per their zodiac sign to avoid the negative effects of Panchak.
Zodiac-Wise Remedies During Panchak To Avoid Its Ill-Effects:
- Aries: Worship Lord Hanuman, offer him fruits and Jasmine oil before starting your day during Panchak, especially if you have to travel.
- Taurus: Pray to Goddess Gayatri. Perform a small Havan at home.
- Gemini: Feed sweets to construction workers. Donate food to the needy.
- Cancer: Donate food and clothes in old age homes. Donate milk in temples. Worship Lord Shiva.
- Leo: Light a Ghee Lamp at home. Avoid traveling South during Panchak.
- Virgo: Bring medicinal plants at home for health benefits. Chant Gayatri Mantra.
- Libra: Worship Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Gayatri, offer 5 red flowers and 5 white flowers to them
- Scorpio: Feed Boondi or Besan Ladoos to 5 small, poor children. Recite Hanuman Chalisa. Offer water mixed with milk to the Moon.
- Sagittarius: Worship Lord Vishnu. Recite the Vishnu Sahasranama.
- Capricorn: Donate clothes and food to the differently abled. Feed 5 young girls.
- Aquarius: Worship Lord Shiva. Chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap.
- Pisces: Worship Maa Lakshmi, Maa Saraswati and Maa Parvati to avoid any negative effects during Panchak. Light ghee lamp at home.
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