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What not to do on the day of Somvati Amavasya: Amavasya falling on Monday is called Somvati Amavasya and is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion. This time Somvati Amavasya is falling on 15 June 2026. According to religious beliefs, taking bath, donating, offering prayers to ancestors and worshiping Lord Shiva on this day brings special virtue. Some such tasks have also been mentioned which should be avoided on this day. It is believed that ignoring these rules can lead to Pitra Dosh and many other problems.
Why is Somvati Amavasya special?
When Amavasya Tithi falls on Monday then it is Somvati Amavasya It is said. This day is considered very auspicious for the worship of Lord Shiva, Mother Parvati and ancestors. Married women observe fast for the long life of their husbands and the happiness and prosperity of their family. For the peace of the souls of the ancestors, offerings, donations and help to the needy are made. This year its importance has increased even more due to it falling during Adhikamaas. According to astrology and religious scriptures, virtuous deeds done on this day provide manifold results.
Auspicious time for donation and bath on Somvati Amavasya
According to religious belief, it is considered best to take bath and donate in Brahma Muhurta on Amavasya.
wee hours: 4:04 am to 4:44 am
Abhijeet Muhurat: 11:54 am to 12:50 pm
During these auspicious times, taking bath in the holy river or by mixing Ganga water at home and donating to the needy brings special virtue.
Do not do these 5 things even by mistake on Somvati Amavasya
ignore tarpan
Amavasya Tithi is considered dedicated to ancestors. In such a situation, if possible, remember your ancestors, offer prayers and donate. It is believed that disrespecting ancestors on this day can increase Pitra Dosh and create obstacles in life.
help someone in need
Somvati Amavasya is considered a day of charity. On this day, it is considered auspicious to donate food, clothes, water, fruits or money as per one’s capacity. Helping a needy person on this day is considered auspicious.
Avoid meat, alcohol and spicy food
From the religious point of view, this day is considered a symbol of spiritual purification. Therefore, one should not consume non-vegetarian food, alcohol and any other Tamasic things. It is believed that this may reduce the virtuous effect of worship and fasting.
avoid discord at home
It is considered inauspicious to have a fight in the family, insult someone or speak harsh words on the day of Amavasya. According to religious texts, on this day one should worship and remember God with a calm mind.
Do not harm the Peepal tree
Special importance has been given to the worship of Peepal tree on Somvati Amavasya. Many women circumambulate the Peepal tree and wish for the prosperity of their family. In such a situation, cutting, damaging or disrespecting the Peepal tree on this day is considered inauspicious.
What should be done on this day?
On Somvati Amavasya, wake up early in the morning, take bath and perform Jalabhishek of Lord Shiva. Make offerings to ancestors, donate to the needy and worship the Peepal tree. Chanting of Shiva mantras and recitation of Mahamrityunjaya mantra is also considered very fruitful.
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Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.
