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Whenever it comes to New Year, the date of January 1 comes to our mind. There is an atmosphere of celebration all around. But do you know that according to Indian culture and Sanatan Dharma, the new year does not start from January 1, but from Pratipada of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month? According to religious beliefs, Lord Brahma created the universe on this day. Let us understand in detail what are the major differences between Hindu New Year (Nava Samvatsara) and English (Gregorian) calendar and what is its spiritual significance.
Lord Brahma and the beginning of creation
According to mythology and Hindu scriptures (like Brahma Purana), Lord Brahma started the creation of the universe on the Pratipada of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. That is why it is also considered the beginning of ‘Satya Yuga’.
On this day, Emperor Vikramaditya defeated the Shakas and started ‘Vikram Samvat’. At this time, newness is visible in nature also. Autumn ends, new buds appear on the trees and there is greenery all around.
Hindu New Year vs English New Year: Main Differences
The basis of calculation is based on the movement of both the Moon and the Sun (Luni-Solar). It is completely based on the movement of the Sun.
Beginning of months: The months change according to the phases of the moon (new moon/full moon). Months consist of a fixed number of days (28-31) according to the solar cycle.
time difference: Vikram Samvat lasts 57 years ahead of the English calendar. This is the global standard, which is considered to start from the year of the birth of Jesus Christ.
The day begins with sunrise. The day starts at 12 o’clock at night.
Seasonal cycle: It is deeply associated with the seasons and farming cycles (e.g. Baisakhi, Gudi Padwa). In this, direct coordination of seasons with dates is not accurate everywhere.
Scientific and spiritual importance
When New Year is celebrated on 1 January, it is extremely cold in India and the Northern Hemisphere and nature is in a dormant state. On the contrary, at the time of Hindu New Year.
Arrival of spring: This is a time of joy and positive energy.
Shakti Worship: Chaitra Navratri begins from this day, which is a period of spiritual purification.
Harvest Time: For farmers, this is the time of arrival of new crops and prosperity.
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