Lunar eclipse or Chandra grahan occurs when earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon, causing a shadow over the moon. This eclipse (grahan) over the moon makes it look reddish in color, leading to the name Blood Moon.
Sutak means a time of special energetic significance, where we need to follow specific rituals and protocols.
Since lunar eclipses are very potent in energy, it is considered advisable to follow a sutak if the eclipse is visible in your region. Depending on eclipse times for your region, these sutak times are provided in the Panchang* (Hindu calendar).
Sutak means a time of special energetic significance, where we need to follow specific rituals and protocols.
Since lunar eclipses are very potent in energy, it is considered advisable to follow a sutak if the eclipse is visible in your region. Depending on eclipse times for your region, these sutak times are provided in the Panchang* (Hindu calendar).
- It is not considered advisable to travel or conduct business activities during sutak times. Such spiritually potent energetic periods are considered unfavorable for material activities.
- Pregnant women are advised to take even more care and precautions during eclipse and sutak times.
- Even though looking at the eclipsed moon is not considered harmful, our Rishis and Sages advised against it.
- If possible, try to remain indoors. Close all windows and curtains so as to not let any eclipsed light into the house.
- It is best to take a shower or bath before and after the eclipse. Cleaning with water cleanses the aura.
- Food and drinks should be avoided during sutak period. Any previously cooked food should be discarded and fresh food should be prepared after the sutak.
- It is believed that any prayers, sadhana or meditation conducted during the actual eclipse time will bear tremendous benefits and fruits!
- Eclipses are some of the best times to do any kind of special, extended prayers- particularly for spiritual progress and heightened conscious awareness.
You can pray to any deity, but if you are doing special prayers for lunar eclipse or if you are specifically trying to avoid any negative energies from Rahu-graha*, then you can pray to Lord Shiva (also called Someshwar- Lord of the Moon).
Mantras for Lord Shiva are:
Om Namah Shivaya || ॐ नमः शिवाय ||
or simply, Namah Shivaya || नमः शिवाय ||
Eclipse provides an opening to a powerful energetic portal. Hopefully you can follow as many of the sutak protocols as possible and utilize the eclipse time to obtain an enhanced and aware consciousness…
Mantras for Lord Shiva are:
Om Namah Shivaya || ॐ नमः शिवाय ||
or simply, Namah Shivaya || नमः शिवाय ||
Eclipse provides an opening to a powerful energetic portal. Hopefully you can follow as many of the sutak protocols as possible and utilize the eclipse time to obtain an enhanced and aware consciousness…
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