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Margashirsha Amavasya is a day of special significance in Hinduism. This day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu, self-purification, and acts of charity and virtue. The month of Margashirsha is mentioned by Lord Shri Krishna himself in the Bhagavad Gita. He told Arjuna in the battlefield of Kurukshetra, “Māsānāṁ Mārgashīrṣo’ham,” which means, “I am Margashirsha among the months.” The significance of this Amavasya increases even more because it is considered the most important day to express one’s faith in God.
According to the Vedic calendar, Margashirsha Amavasya in 2025 will begin at 9:13 AM on November 19 and will end at 12:16 PM on November 20, 2025. In Hinduism, the concept of Udayatithi is important, so this year, Margashirsha Amavasya will be observed on November 20.
Amavasya is considered a symbol of new beginnings. On Margashirsha Amavasya, through meditation, chanting, and penance, practitioners can establish a deep connection with God. This day is also ideal for self-reflection and correcting one’s mistakes.
Taking a holy dip in sacred rivers on Margashirsha Amavasya is considered extremely auspicious. On this day, practitioners worship the Sun God, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Krishna. It is said that worshiping with a true heart and performing rituals such as Tarpan, Pind Daan, and charity on this day removes all sufferings and brings blessings from ancestors.
According to religious scriptures, donation and charity hold special significance on Amavasya. Especially, feeding Brahmins and the poor and needy is considered a highly virtuous act. On this day, one should donate food, clothing, and money to those in need.
The Vedas describe the importance of donation in detail, explaining that it is a means of freeing oneself from attachment to material desires. The Vedas state that donation helps detach from sensory pleasures, brings the blessings of God, and provides benefits at the time of death. Donating to the needy helps resolve all the troubles of life. Donation improves one’s karma, leading to a swift rise in fortune.
Several Hindu scriptures emphasize the importance of donation. In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Shri Krishna said, explaining the importance of donation:
“Dātavyamiti yaddānaṁ dīyate’nupakāriṇe
Deśe kāle ca pātre ca taddānaṁ sāttvikaṁ smṛtam.”
Meaning, a donation made with a sense of duty, without expecting any return, at the right time and place, and to a deserving person engaged in spiritual activities, is considered a sattvic donation.
On Margashirsha Amavasya, donating food is considered the highest form of donation. By donating on this day, you can become a part of Narayan Seva Sansthan’s project to feed the poor and needy, thus gaining the blessings of charity.
Q: When is Margashirsha Amavasya in 2025?
A: Margashirsha Amavasya will be observed on November 20, 2025.
Q: To which deity is Margashirsha Amavasya dedicated?
A: Margashirsha Amavasya is dedicated to the Sun God and Lord Vishnu.
Q: What should be donated on Margashirsha Amavasya?
A: On Margashirsha Amavasya, one should donate food, clothing, and meals to the needy.
कार्तिक पूर्णिमा का पर्व हिंदू धर्म में बेहद पवित्र माना जाता है। इसे कार्तिक मास के आखिरी दिन मनाया जाता है। कार्तिक पूर्णिमा का पर्व न केवल धार्मिक दृष्टिकोण से बल्कि सांस्कृतिक और सामाजिक दृष्टिकोण से भी महत्वपूर्ण होता है।
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