Amavasya and its importance
Amavasya, also called Amavasi, refers to the New Moon night as per the Hindu mythology. When the lunar month starts, the first night in the first quarter is the Amavasya date.
Since the Moon cannot be seen on this night, it is also called as no moon night.
In many regions of India, people keep Amavasya Vrat and it is quite prevalent everywhere in India.
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The name of Amavasya changes as per the different Pakshas like Mahalaya Amavasya in Ashwayuja month, Mauni Amavasya (Also called as Magha Amavasya) in Magh Month etc. and the fortnight that begins with the Amavasya is termed as Shukla Paksha.
Mauni Amavasya significance is that it is the first Amavasya of the new year and the last Amavasya before the festival of Maha Shivratri.
It is considered to be very sacred to take a dip in the Holy river on this day.
The importance can be understood easily by the fact that as many as 3 crore people take a dip in Allahabad on this day.
On Amavasya, food should be offered to the needy people, cows etc.
Amavasya significance as per the Hindu mythology is immense. People offer prayers and respect to their ancestors.
Many also keep Amavasya Vrat. You can get detailed information on MPanchang for Amavasya Vrat dates and Amavasya calendar.
On the flip side, Amavasya is considered to be inauspicious as well for people who are born on this day.
They may face a lot of troubles and hurdles in their life. At MPanchang, we offer Amavasya Dosha remedies or Amavasya birth remedy for you.
Our expert astrologers will guide you through the Puja process and the entire set of things that need to be done to nullify its effect.
Purnima and its importance
As per the Hindu calendar, Purnima falls on the full moon day. It is considered to be highly auspicious & divine as many of the festivals fall on Purnima.
Purnima is the symbol of the completion of the entire circle by the Moon around the Earth so it marks the end of the things that are no more required.
Also, it is considered to be the divine period when all Gods are active.
Especially, if someone worships Goddess Laxmi then it is believed that she will fulfill all their desires and wishes.
It is recommended to keep Purnima Vrat on this day. Purnima fast has a lot of positive effects on your mind and the body.
Also, you should perform Satyanarayan Puja on the Purnima day at your home. You should wake up early and take a dip in the sacred river before sunrise.
Also, we recommend that performing Maha Mrituynjay Jaap can solve a lot of problems and make your life better.
At MPanchang, we have given a detailed overview of Purnima Vrat Vidhi & Purnima Puja Vidhi.
Here, you can also check updated Purnima calendar.
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