Surya Grahan 2026: Why worship is prohibited during eclipse (Image Source: AI-Generated)
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Religion Desk, New Delhi. In Hinduism, Solar Eclipse (Surya Grahan 2026) is considered not just an astronomical event, but an important spiritual time. You must have seen that the doors of temples are closed as soon as the eclipse occurs. Not only this, worship is stopped and touching the idols is considered taboo. There are many deep religious and scientific reasons hidden behind this.
Why is idol worship prohibited?
From the religious point of view, the eclipse period is called 'Sutak period', which is considered a time of impurity. According to mythological beliefs and astronomy, due to the influence of Rahu-Ketu at the time of eclipse, the flow of negative energy increases in the universe. Deity idols are extremely sensitive and centers of energy, hence to protect their sanctity from this negativity, the idols are covered or the doors of the temple are closed.
Negative Energy and Scientific Basis
Many changes take place in nature at the time of eclipse. According to astrology, the rays emanating from the Sun during an eclipse become contaminated, which can have adverse effects on the human body and the surrounding environment. This is why it is advised to stay indoors at this time and avoid outdoor worship.
Special importance of mental chanting
Even though external worship is prohibited in temples, this is the best time for inner worship. 'Mental chanting' (reciting mantras in the mind without speaking) done during an eclipse is many times more powerful than on normal days. At this time, chanting Gayatri Mantra or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra in your mind works like a protective shield.
As soon as the eclipse ends, the process of purification is considered necessary. It is mentioned in the scriptures that after the eclipse, sprinkling Ganga water, taking bath and doing charity by wearing new clothes frees the person from the evils of the eclipse. Only after this the temples are cleaned and the doors are opened again.
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