The time exactly eight days before the festival of Holi is called Holashtak, which is considered prohibited for auspicious works in astrology. This year Holashtak is starting from 25th February, which will end on 3rd March i.e. Holika Dahan Will last till. According to Hindu calendar, it starts from Ashtami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month. According to religious beliefs, the nature of the planets remains very aggressive during these eight days, due to which there is a possibility of negative impact on human decisions and actions. Through this article we will know which activities are prohibited during Holashtak and how you can utilize this time properly.
The position of the planets during Holashtak is considered quite disturbed, behind which the story of devotee Prahlad is linked. According to mythology, Hiranyakashyap had given many types of harsh tortures to Prahlad in these eight days, due to which there was mourning and tension in the entire environment. From the astrological point of view, Moon on Ashtami, Sun on Navami, Saturn on Dashami and similarly other planets assume a fierce form. This position of the planets can hinder mental peace and increase negativity within the person. Therefore, it is considered better to postpone any big work during this time. During this period, maintaining a calm mind and working with restraint proves beneficial for you.
Do not do this auspicious work even by mistake in inauspicious times.
As soon as Holashtak begins, all types of auspicious rituals are stopped, because the work done during this period has less chances of being successful. Marriage, tonsure, housewarming or starting a new business is considered completely prohibited during this period. Apart from this, buying a new vehicle or laying the foundation of a house is also not according to the scriptures. It is believed that due to the negative influence of the planets, there may be obstacles in these tasks or the happiness and peace of the family may be affected in the future. Big events like engagement or sacred thread ceremony should also not be organized during this period. If you follow discipline at this time, you can avoid unintentional problems and maintain mental clarity.
What will be beneficial for you during Holashtak?
Holashtak is inauspicious for auspicious works, but this time is considered very good for charity and devotion. Meditating on Lord Vishnu and your favorite deity during these eight days provides mental peace. Donating food grains, clothes or money as per one’s capacity to the needy reduces the effect of planetary defects. Burning camphor in the house in the evening and reciting Hanuman Chalisa helps in purifying the environment. Use this time to calm your internal energy so that after Holi you can start auspicious work with new enthusiasm.
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