Somvati Amavasya is a holy day in the Hindu calendar celebrated on Monday (Monday) which coincides with the new moon day (Amavasya). This auspicious occasion is dedicated to offering prayers to the ancestors and has deep religious and spiritual significance.
Somvati Amavasya 2024 date and time
According to Drik Panchang, Somvati Amavasya in 2024 will be celebrated today i.e. on 30 December 2024.
Amavasya Tithi Start: December 30, 2024, 04:01 am
Amavasya date ends: December 31, 2024, 03:56 am
Importance of Somvati Amavasya
Somvati Amavasya has great significance in Hinduism as it is seen as a day to honor ancestors and seek their blessings. The term “Somavati Amavasya” refers to the Amavasya date falling on Monday. It is considered one of the most sacred days for spiritual growth and introspection.
On this day, devotees believe that the tribute paid to the ancestors is pleasing to them, thereby bringing wealth, happiness and prosperity to their descendants. It is also considered an ideal day to perform rituals to reduce Pitra Dosh, a condition believed to arise from the dissatisfaction of ancestors.
Devotees often visit the Ganga ghats or other holy rivers to take a holy bath, purify their soul and seek divine blessings.
Somvati Amavasya rituals
1. Keeping fast: Devotees observe a strict fast by abstaining from food and drink for the entire day as a symbol of devotion.
2. Worship: Special worship is done to Lord Shiva and ancestors. Devotees perform rituals to seek his blessings and ensure peace in the family.
3. Tarpanam: Tarpanam involves offering water and other symbolic objects to the ancestors to seek their forgiveness and blessings.
4. Pind Daan: Pinda daan, or offering of rice balls, is done as a sign of respect and gratitude to the ancestors.
5. Charity and virtue: On this day, charitable activities like donating food, clothes and other essential things to the needy are considered highly appreciated.
6. Darshan of sacred rivers: Devotees visit holy rivers like Ganga, Yamuna or Saraswati to take a holy bath and pray for their ancestors.
Benefits of celebrating Somvati Amavasya
It is believed that observing Somvati Amavasya provides many spiritual and material benefits:
1. Blessings of Ancestors: Devotees believe that paying homage to one’s ancestors on this day brings their blessings, which brings success, happiness and prosperity.
2. Spiritual Development: It is an ideal day for introspection, self-analysis and spiritual growth, helping devotees connect with their inner self.
3. Salvation and Forgiveness: It is said that the rituals performed on this day liberate the devotees from karmic debts and give them a chance to seek forgiveness for past mistakes.
Somvati Amavasya is a deep day of devotion, gratitude and spiritual growth. By following its rituals and traditions, devotees not only honor their ancestors but also enhance their spiritual well-being. As you prepare for December 30, 2024, embrace the significance of this auspicious day to bring peace, prosperity and divine blessings in your life.
