Chandra Grahan Upachchaya
NepaliAlso known as: Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
Chandra Grahan Upachchaya
About Chandra Grahan Upachchaya
Chandra Grahan (Upachchaya) refers to a penumbral lunar eclipse, where the Moon passes through the Earth's penumbral shadow.
While less dramatic than a total or partial eclipse, Hindus still observe purification rituals and avoid certain activities during the eclipse.
In Nepal, temples hold special pujas, and devotees observe light fasting and prayers during the eclipse period.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe light fasting and perform purification rituals during the penumbral lunar eclipse.
- Avoid cooking and eating during the eclipse period.
- Take a bath after the eclipse ends.
- Perform prayers and chanting.
- Resume normal activities with prayers.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: Normal activities resume after the eclipse ends and purification rituals are completed.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Take a bath before the eclipse begins.
- Offer prayers and chant mantras during the eclipse.
- Take another bath after the eclipse ends.
- Resume normal activities with prayers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth's penumbral shadow, causing a subtle darkening of the Moon's surface.
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.
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