Mumbai: In Hinduism, the month of Kartik holds a special place. Scriptures describe it as the most sacred month for worship, fasting, bathing, and charity. It is believed that taking a holy dip in rivers, lakes, or pilgrimage sites during Kartik removes all sins and grants eternal blessings.
In 2025, Kartik month will begin on October 8, a day after Sharad Purnima. This period is considered highly auspicious for early morning rituals, puja, and charitable acts. Devotees wake up during Brahma Muhurat to bathe, pray, and offer lamps, as it is believed to bring immense spiritual and material rewards.
Importance of Kartik Snan
Considered the best way to atone for sins.
Bathing during Brahma Muhurat purifies both body and mind.
Believed to bless devotees with long life, good health, and prosperity.
Enhances the results of fasting and prayers performed in this month.
Brings the special grace of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
Scriptural Beliefs About Kartik Snan
Padma Purana and Skanda Purana highlight the glory of Kartik Snan.
Said to attract blessings from gods, sages, and ancestors.
Ideal month for worshipping both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva.
Bathing in the Ganga, Yamuna, and other holy rivers grants eternal merit.
Rituals of Kartik Snan
Wake up early in Brahma Muhurat for a holy bath.
Best to bathe in the Ganga or other sacred rivers.
If not possible, mix a few drops of Ganga water in your home bath.
Meditate on Lord Vishnu and offer prayers to Goddess Tulsi.
After the bath, perform Deepdan (lamp offering) and Tulsi puja.
Benefits of Kartik Snan
Brings peace of mind and spiritual strength.
Helps attain liberation from sins and grants virtue.
Improves harmony and prosperity in family life.
Believed to protect against health issues.
Ensures divine blessings and paves the path to salvation.