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Significance of Mauni Amavasya: Every year on Amavasya of Magh month. Mauni Amavasya As is especially celebrated. In the year 2026, this festival is falling on 18 January. Mauni Amavasya will start from 12:03 am on January 18 and will last till 1:21 am on January 19. This day is not limited to Amavasya only, rather it is considered a time for self-purification, restraint and meditation. According to astrology and Puranic beliefs, the fast of silence observed on Mauni Amavasya is considered extremely effective in bringing mental and spiritual progress in a person’s life. The importance of this day is so much that by doing it there are special chances of attaining wealth, health, knowledge and mental peace.
Mauni Amavasya fast is a resolution of not speaking and remaining silent throughout the day, the purpose of which is to stabilize the mind and keep the thoughts controlled. According to the religious scriptures, the fast of silence is not limited to just keeping silent, but is also considered an effort to keep the mind and thoughts calm. If a person speaks during this period without any necessary reason, it is believed that the net effect of his fast may be reduced. The religious belief is that by not following the rules of fasting properly, a person does not get the benefits of inner balance and mental peace that clearly. It is said in religious scriptures that doing meditation in silence increases the concentration of the mind and the ability to introspect, but if the fast is broken then this benefit can be reduced.
Is there fear of faults?
The scriptures make it clear that no specific fault is immediately imposed on Mauni Amavasya even if the fast is broken due to some reason. According to tradition, when the fast is broken, a person is advised to re-focus on his behavior and thoughts. Breaking the resolve of silence can lead to loss of mental composure and stability, which can increase psychological stress and instability in thoughts. It is clearly stated in religious texts that this is not considered a defect, but a sign to improve one’s spiritual practice.
Religious teachers explain that merely breaking the silence does not constitute a sin or a heavy fault, but if a person also ignores the necessary auspicious deeds like charity, bathing and worship, then he is not able to get the full benefits of the fast. This is why the scriptures say that by combining fasting with charity, bathing and worship, a person can achieve more virtue and peace.
How to keep the meaning of fasting balanced
From the religious point of view, fasting on Mauni Amavasya is not just about remaining silent but also about controlling the disturbed tendencies of the mind. According to astrology, doing sadhana in silence gives a person the power of introspection, meditation and restraint, which brings stability and positive energy in life. Overall, it can be said that if the fast of silence is broken on Mauni Amavasya, there is no heavy blame or life-filling trouble, but it definitely indicates that a person should pay attention again to the seriousness of his thoughts, way of speaking and sadhana.
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