During a lunar eclipse, the age of Kaliyuga decreases by two and a half thousand years.
The doors of the temple should be closed before the start of the Sutak period and should not be opened later under any circumstances.
A lunar eclipse, also known as Chandra Grahan in India, is a celestial phenomenon that occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon. This phenomenon casts a shadow on the Moon, causing it to take on a reddish-brown hue. According to Ayodhya’s astrologer, Pandit Kalki Ram, a partial lunar eclipse is set to take place on October 29 at 1:04 AM and will conclude at 1:44 AM. Pandit Kalki Ram recommends following important tips before the Sutak Kaal time, especially if you have a temple in your home. During this time, it is believed that negative energies are at play, and taking precautions is advised to maintain spiritual purity.
The Sutak period, lasting approximately 9 hours, will begin at 4:06 PM on Saturday, October 28, and end at 2:22 AM on Sunday, October 29. Here are some guidelines to follow before and during this period:
Ensure that the temple premises are meticulously cleaned before the Sutak period begins.
Conduct the evening Aarti, a devotional ritual, in your home temple before the commencement of the Sutak period.
If possible, make a complete offering to God before the Sutak period begins.
Close the doors of the temple before the start of the Sutak period and avoid opening them under any circumstances.
As per reports, India’s second and last partial lunar eclipse of 2023 will commence on Saturday, October 28, at around 11:31 PM IST. By approximately 1:05 AM on Sunday, the darker part of the Earth’s shadow (umbra) will cover the lunar phase. According to Pandit Kalki Ram, during a solar eclipse, the age of Kali Yuga, the fourth stage of the world, is reduced by 5000 years. When a lunar eclipse occurs, the age of Kali Yuga decreases by two and a half thousand years.
During a lunar eclipse, certain do’s and don’ts should be observed:
Do’s:
Chant mantras or devotional songs.
Meditate on your chosen deity (isht devta).
Don’ts:
Avoid consuming non-vegetarian food or alcohol.
Refrain from cutting your hair or nails during this time.
