Holi 2025: Timing of the lunar eclipse on Holi 14 March, will there be Sutak Kaal in India? Take health related precautions. We tell no about what precaution you take.
Lunar eclipse on Holi
A lunar eclipse is going to occur on Holi on 14 March 2025. The occurrence of lunar eclipse on Holi is considered very rare. The story associated with it is religious and scientific beliefs. We will tell you in detail about the exact time of lunar eclipse and its effect.
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When will the lunar eclipse occur?
On Holi 14 March 2025, there is the first lunar eclipse of the year. According to religious beliefs, the time of eclipse is not considered auspicious. Eclipse and constellation have special importance in Jyotish Shastras. The lunar eclipse on Holi will be a total lunar eclipse in which the moon will completely come under the shadow of the earth.
Time of lunar eclipse
The lunar eclipse on this Holi is a total lunar eclipse. It will be the first lunar eclipse of the year. On March 14, 2025, this eclipse will start at 10:29 am and end at 2:18 pm
Where will the first eclipse of the year be visible
This eclipse will not be visible in India, but it can be seen in other countries like North and South America, Europe and Africa.
Will there be a Sutak period for this eclipse in India?
This eclipse will not be visible in India, so its Sutak period will not be applicable in India tomorrow, that is, this eclipse will not have any negative effect on the Holi festival, you can celebrate Holi without any religious restrictions.
Religious beliefs related to lunar eclipse
The occurrence of lunar eclipse on the day of Holi is considered a rare coincidence. According to religious beliefs, one should not worship or eat during the eclipse. After the eclipse ends, one should take a bath and purify oneself and then only worship should be done and pregnant women should not go out during the eclipse.
What shouldn’t eat
* One should not eat anything during the lunar eclipse nor should one worship.
* There is negative energy during the lunar eclipse, so pregnant women should not go out.
* Pregnant women should not cut or sew anything, it will cause problems in their womb. It has a bad effect on the growing child.
* During the eclipse, clothes and food items should be donated.
* After the eclipse, the entire house should be purified by sprinkling Gangajal.
Doing meditation and yoga during the eclipse gives mental peace and positive energy. This time is considered suitable for self-reflection and spirituality.