Vrishabha Sankranti

Bengali

Also known as: Vrishabh Sankranti

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Vrishabha Sankranti

About Vrishabha Sankranti

Vrishabha Sankranti marks the sun's transit into Taurus (Vrishabha Rashi) and is celebrated in mid-May. In Bengal, it is observed with rituals honouring both the Sun God and the sacred bull Nandi.

Devotees take ritual baths, offer prayers to Surya, and perform special pujas at temples. The day is considered auspicious for agricultural activities, as Taurus is an earth sign associated with fertility and abundance.

In Bengal, Vrishabha Sankranti is associated with the worship of Nandi, Lord Shiva's sacred vehicle. Devotees offer grass and water to bulls and cows as a mark of respect.

The festival marks the transition from spring to summer and is celebrated with traditional feasts and community gatherings in rural Bengal.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe a fast and perform Sun worship rituals.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Take an early morning ritual bath.
Offer prayers to the Sun God and Nandi.
Feed grass and water to bulls and cows.
Break the fast with a vegetarian meal.

Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the puja with traditional vegetarian food.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Water for offering to the sunGrass and water for bullsFlowers and incenseSesame seeds and riceEarthen lamps

Puja Procedure:

Wake before sunrise and take a ritual bath.
Offer water and flowers to the rising sun.
Feed grass and water to Nandi (bull) or cows.
Visit temples and offer prayers.
Distribute prasad among family and neighbours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the significance of Vrishabha Sankranti?

Vrishabha Sankranti marks the sun's entry into Taurus, an earth sign associated with fertility and abundance. It is a time to pray for agricultural prosperity and honour sacred bulls.

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.