Simha Sankranti

Bengali

Also known as: Singha Sankranti

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Simha Sankranti

About Simha Sankranti

Simha Sankranti marks the sun's transit into Leo (Simha Rashi) in mid-August. In Bengal, it is celebrated with traditional rituals and prayers to the Sun God.

The day is associated with the worship of Lord Narasimha, the lion-man avatar of Lord Vishnu, who appeared to protect his devotee Prahlad. Devotees perform special pujas and observe fasting.

In Bengal, Simha Sankranti coincides with the period leading up to Durga Puja, and the festive atmosphere begins to build. Families prepare for the upcoming celebrations.

Traditional feasts include mango-based dishes and seasonal delicacies, celebrating the abundance of the monsoon season.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe a fast and perform special prayers to Lord Narasimha.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Take an early morning ritual bath.
Offer prayers to the Sun God and Lord Narasimha.
Observe fasting until the evening puja.
Break the fast with prasad and a festive meal.

Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the evening puja with prasad.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Flowers and garlandsIncense sticks and earthen lampsTurmeric and kumkumFruits and sweetsWater for sun offering

Puja Procedure:

Wake before sunrise and take a ritual bath.
Offer water and flowers to the rising sun.
Perform puja for Lord Narasimha with turmeric and flowers.
Light incense and earthen lamps.
Distribute prasad among family members.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How is Simha Sankranti celebrated in Bengal?

Simha Sankranti is celebrated with ritual bathing, Sun worship, and special prayers to Lord Narasimha. It falls during the period leading up to Durga Puja, adding to the festive atmosphere.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.