Paush Month 2024-2025 Date
According to the Hindu Panchang (calendar), Paush month is the tenth month of the year. It will start from 16th December 2024 and conclude on 13th January 2025 and According to the Marathi calendar, the month of Poush will start on December 31, 2024, and end on January 29, 2025. Paush month is also known as the month of ‘Pus.’ This month holds special significance for worshipping Lord Surya (the Sun God) and ancestors.
Significance of Paush Month
Paush month holds great sanctity in Hinduism. Worshiping Lord Surya during this month brings vigor, strength, intelligence, and wealth to individuals. Additionally, performing ‘Pind Daan’ (offering to ancestors) during this month leads to salvation for them.
Paush Month observes significant fasts and festivals, which are as follows:
- Safala Ekadashi: The Ekadashi (11th day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in Paush month is known as Safala Ekadashi. Observing this fast leads to success in all endeavors.
- Paush Amavasya: The Amavasya (new moon day) of Paush month is referred to as ‘Chhota Pitru Paksha’ (smaller period for paying homage to ancestors). Offering ‘Pind Daan’ to ancestors on this day leads to their salvation.
- Paush Putrada Ekadashi: The Ekadashi of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in Paush month is called Paush Putrada Ekadashi. Observing this fast blesses childless couples with offspring.
Paush Month reminds us to remember our ancestors and Lord Surya. During this month, it’s important to perform ‘Pind Daan’ for ancestors to grant them peace and seek blessings from Lord Surya.
Fasts and Festivals of Paush Month
The fasts and festivals observed in Paush month are as follows:
Shukla Paksha
- Safala Ekadashi (26th December 2024): Observing the Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha of Paush month as Safala Ekadashi brings success in all activities. Individuals observing this fast should wake up early, perform rituals like bathing, and vow for the fast. They should observe fruitarianism throughout the day and worship Lord Vishnu in the evening, offering basil leaves, yellow flowers, and sweets.
Krishna Paksha
- Paush Amavasya (29th January 2025): The Amavasya of Paush month is called ‘Chhota Pitru Paksha.’ On this day, one should perform rituals for ancestors by waking up early, bathing, and offering the prescribed homage to the departed souls.
- Paush Putrada Ekadashi (10th January 2025): This Ekadashi of the Krishna Paksha of Paush month is known as Paush Putrada Ekadashi. Observing this fast blesses childless couples with offspring. Similar to Safala Ekadashi, rituals and offerings are made to Lord Vishnu.
These fasts and festivals hold special significance in Hinduism, bestowing numerous benefits upon individuals who observe them.
Mythological Story
According to a mythological tale associated with Paush month, there was a king who had no children and was deeply saddened. He sought advice from a sage, who suggested observing the Paush Putrada Ekadashi fast. The king observed the fast, and eventually, he was blessed with a child.
This story indicates the immense benefits of observing the Paush Putrada Ekadashi fast for childless couples.
Conclusion
Through this blog, we’ve provided information about the date, significance, fasts, and festivals of the Paush month in 2024-2025. You can gain religious knowledge from this blog and incorporate these practices into your life.
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