Chandra Grahan 2026: Eclipse is considered a very important time from religious and astrological point of view. Every year the Sun and Moon are eclipsed. The time of eclipse is considered inauspicious. Solar eclipse occurs on Amavasya and lunar eclipse occurs on Purnima Tithi. This year the Sun was eclipsed on the new moon day of Phalgun month. This eclipse was not visible in India. In such a situation, even the Sutak period of the solar eclipse was not considered in the country.
Now lunar eclipse is taking place in the month of Phalgun itself. This year the full moon of Phalgun month is on 03 March. Lunar eclipse will occur on this day. This will be the longest lunar eclipse of the year. The duration of this eclipse will be 03 hours 27 minutes. This eclipse will take place in Leo and Purva Phalguni Nakshatra. This eclipse will be visible in India. In such a situation, its Sutak period will also be considered. Special rules of lunar eclipse are explained in religious scriptures. In such a situation, let us know what to do and what not to do during this time?
timing of lunar eclipse 2026
- The lunar eclipse will begin at 03:20 in the afternoon.
- This lunar eclipse will last till 06.47 pm in the evening.
sutak period of lunar eclipse
The Sutak period of lunar eclipse starts 09 hours before the eclipse. In such a situation, the Sutak of the first lunar eclipse of the year will start from 06.20 am in India. Then with the end of the eclipse in the evening, the Sutak period will also end at 06.47 pm.
What to do during lunar eclipse?
Before the Sutak period of lunar eclipse starts, cover the temple of God with a curtain. Keep chanting the mantras of your presiding deity during Sutak. Before the start of Sutak, add basil leaves to the food items, so that the food can be eaten later. Especially observe celibacy during eclipse.
What not to do during lunar eclipse?
Do not perform any kind of worship during the Sutak period of the eclipse. Do not leave the house during the lunar eclipse. Do not view the eclipse with naked eyes. Do not prepare or eat food during Sutak period. During lunar eclipse, pregnant women should not leave the house even by mistake. Do not lie on the bed and sleep during Sutak period.
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