beginning of auspicious works
Jagran correspondent, Patna. Kharmas ends with Makar Sankranti and after this auspicious works are considered to begin. Uttarayan period begins as soon as the Sun enters Capricorn, which is considered extremely auspicious from religious point of view. For this reason, after Makar Sankranti, the way is cleared for marriage, house warming, mundan and other auspicious rituals.
Surya Uttarayan and importance of auspicious time
According to astrology, the day of the Gods begins when the Sun reaches Uttarayan. The results of auspicious work and charity done during this period increase manifold. Makar Sankranti is considered a symbol of this change, hence this festival is special not only religiously but also astrologically.
Special auspicious time of bathing and donating
After Makar Sankranti, the auspicious time of bathing and donating begins. Bathing in holy rivers including Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati is considered to be a special virtue. Those who cannot take river bath can take bath by mixing Ganga water at home. During this period, donation of sesame, jaggery, rice, khichdi, food and clothes is considered very fruitful.
When and why does Kharmas appear?
Kharmas is the period when the Sun is in Sagittarius. During this period, auspicious and auspicious works are considered prohibited. According to religious beliefs, rituals like marriage and housewarming are not performed in Kharmas. With Makar Sankranti, this restriction ends and the counting of auspicious dates starts again.
Religious and social aspects of charity
Donation made after Makar Sankranti is considered to give eternal results. Donating sesame seeds in particular has been said to be a destroyer of sins. In view of the cold weather, donating blankets and warm clothes is also considered virtuous. This not only provides religious benefits but also helps the needy.
The pace of auspicious events will increase
After the end of Kharmas, preparations for weddings and other auspicious events will speed up. According to pundits, after Makar Sankranti, auspicious time will be decided by looking at the Panchang. Overall, Makar Sankranti is not just a festival, but a sign of the beginning of a new auspicious period, which is considered to bring positivity and prosperity in life.