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Margashirsha Month 2025: In Sanatan Dharma, the month of Margashirsha (Agahan) is considered extremely sacred and virtuous. This month is dedicated to Lord Shri Krishna and Vishnu, and worship of conch shell has special significance in this month. It is believed that by worshiping the conch as per the rituals in the month of Margashirsha, not only Lord Vishnu is pleased, but Goddess Lakshmi also resides permanently in the house. According to the Panchang, the holy month of Margashirsha has started from 6 November 2025 this year and will end on 4 December 2025. Let us know why conch shell worship is so important in the month of Margashirsha, what are its worship materials and which mantra should be chanted.
Importance of conch worship in Margashirsha month
Relation to Shri Krishna: This month is dear to Lord Shri Krishna. According to mythology, by worshiping any conch in the month of Aghan considering it to be equal to the Panchjanya conch of Lord Krishna, all the wishes of the devotee are fulfilled.
Gem of Samudra Manthan: According to Vishnu Purana, conch is one of the 14 gems obtained from the churning of the ocean. The conch itself is considered to be the abode of pilgrims, and its water is as pure as the water of the Ganges.
Attainment of Lakshmi: The conch is considered the brother of Goddess Lakshmi, because both of them originated from the sea. Especially the Dakshinavarti conch is said to be the form of Lakshmi. Goddess Lakshmi is pleased by worshiping the conch in Margashirsha and happiness and prosperity comes to the house.
Salvation to the ancestors: It is believed that margashirsha month By anointing Lord Vishnu with a conch, a person’s ancestors get a place in heaven and the lineage increases.
Communication of Positivity: The sound of conch purifies the environment of the house and removes negative energy.
Shankh worship method and mantra
Take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes. Spread a red or yellow cloth and keep the conch on a post at the place of worship. Bathe the conch with raw milk and then water. Wipe it with a clean cloth and install it in a silver or copper vessel. Now write ‘Shri’ monosyllabic mantra with the mixed solution of saffron and milk on the conch. Light a ghee lamp and incense sticks. Offer kumkum, rice, perfume and white flowers. After the puja, fill the conch with water, flowers and Akshat (rice) and offer Arghya to Lord Vishnu or Shaligram Shila. In the month of Margashirsha, filling a conch with milk and consecrating it to Lord Vishnu gives special benefits. Offer naivedya and complete the puja.
Remedies for financial gain in Margashirsha month
Pearl Shell in the Vault: Filling whole rice in a pearl conch and wrapping it in a white cloth and keeping it in a safe or money place brings blessings.
Conch Shell Donation: Donating conch shell to any Vishnu temple in the month of Margashirsha is considered very beneficial, it removes financial problems.
Ganga water in conch: By anointing Goddess Lakshmi by mixing Ganga water and saffron in the Dakshinavarti conch, one gets her blessings.
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