This week marks the beginning of Margashirsha, a holy month in the Hindu calendar known for its spiritual significance and devotion. As Kartik comes to an end, we are pleased with Kartik Purnima, a day of immense spiritual significance, celebrated with rituals, lighting of lamps and donations. It is also an auspicious time for Pushkar Snan, this sacred bath is believed to cleanse sins and bring divine blessings, making it an ideal day for holy river pilgrimages. With the change in the zodiac, the Sun will transit into Scorpio, a mutable sign ruled by Mars. This week also has suitable auspicious times for marriage, Griha Pravesh (housewarming ceremony), purchase of property and vehicle. Let’s take a detailed look at this week’s Panchang for New Delhi, NCT, India.
Auspicious time this week
According to Vedic astrology, if any work is done in an auspicious time then the chances of its successful completion increases significantly. If we perform tasks as per the cosmic timeline then an auspicious time provides us with the best results as per our destiny. Therefore, while starting any auspicious work, it is important to keep in mind the auspicious time. This week’s auspicious times for various activities are as follows:
- marriage time: Auspicious marriage muhurat is available this week on 16 November, Saturday (11:48 PM to 06:45 AM, November 17), 17 November, Sunday (06:45 AM to 06:46 AM, November 18) and 18 November. Monday (06:46 AM to 07:56 AM).
- Griha Pravesh Muhurta: Auspicious Griha Pravesh Muhurat is available this week on 16 November, Saturday (07:28 PM to 06:45 AM, November 17) and 18 November, Monday (06:46 AM to 03:49 PM).
- property purchase time: Auspicious property purchase muhurat is available this week on Thursday, November 21 (03:35 PM to 06:50 AM, November 22).
- Vehicle purchase time: Auspicious vehicle purchase muhurat this week is available on 17 November, Sunday (09:06 PM to 06:46 AM, 18 November), 18 November, Monday (06:46 AM to 03:49 PM), 20 November, Wednesday (06) Is. :48 AM to 06:49 AM, November 21) and Thursday, November 21 (06:49 AM to 03:35 PM).
Upcoming planetary transit this week
In Vedic astrology, planetary transits are especially important as they are a major way to anticipate changes and progress in life. The planets move on a daily basis and pass through many constellations and zodiac signs in the process. It helps in understanding the nature and characteristics of the occurrence of events. The upcoming transits this week are as follows:
- Sun will transit into Scorpio on November 16 (Saturday) at 07:41 am
- Venus Transit Purva Ashadha Nakshatra 18 November (Monday) at 08:08 am
- Opposition of Mercury and Jupiter on November 18 (Monday) at 02:22 pm
- Sun will transit into Anuradha Nakshatra on November 19 (Tuesday) at 03:03 pm
upcoming festivals this week
- Manikarnika Snan (15 November, Friday): Devotees will gather in Varanasi for the holy Manikarnika bath on Kartik Shukla Chaturdashi, November 15, 2024. It is believed that this auspicious ritual bath purifies sins and provides spiritual liberation. A holy bath in the Ganga, especially at Manikarnika Ghat, enhances the blessings of the month of Kartik, promoting inner peace and divine grace.
- Bhishma Panchak ends (15 November, Friday): Bhishma Panchak ends on Kartik Shukla Purnima, November 15, 2024, marking the conclusion of five days of intense devotion and fasting. This period, dedicated to honoring the steadfastness and righteousness of Bhishma Pitamah, is believed to bring blessings of strength and wisdom, making it a revered time for spiritual upliftment and fulfillment.
- Guru Nanak Jayanti (15 November, Friday): Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrated on Kartik Shukla Purnima, November 15, 2024, commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. Devotees honor his teachings of equality, humility and compassion through prayers, kirtan and langar. This holy day inspires people across the world to adopt unity and selfless service towards humanity.
- Pushkar Snan (15 November, Friday): Pushkar Snan on Kartik Shukla Purnima is an auspicious ritual bath in holy rivers, believed to purify sins and bring divine blessings. This spiritual act, especially powerful in the month of Kartik, is celebrated by devotees across India, leading to spiritual growth, peace and a deeper connection with the divine.
- Kartik Ashtahnika ends (15 November, Friday): Kartik Ashtahnika, ending on November 15, 2024, is an eight-day Jain festival dedicated to intense spiritual practices including meditation, fasting and scripture study. At the conclusion of this day, devotees reflect on their spiritual journey in search of purification and inner peace. This holy period promotes discipline, compassion and intense adherence to Jain principles.
- Kartik Purnima (15 November, Friday): Kartik Purnima is a revered Hindu festival that symbolizes spiritual purity and devotion. On this day, devotees bathe in holy rivers, perform puja and light lamps. It is believed that this auspicious occasion brings divine blessings, prosperity and a deep connection with spiritual enlightenment.
- Margashirsha start (16 November, Saturday): Margashirsha month starts on Pausha Krishna Pratipada, November 16, 2024 in northern regions. Known as an auspicious month for devotional and spiritual practices, devotees engage in early morning prayers and charitable works. Margashirsha is believed to attract prosperity and divine blessings and enhance spiritual growth and dedication towards self-reflection.
- Scorpio Sankranti (16 November, Saturday): It marks the transit of the Sun from Libra (Tula) to Scorpio (Vrischika). This transition is considered powerful for transformation and introspection. This is a time conducive to new beginnings, spiritual growth, and overcoming past burdens. Devotees perform rituals in search of strength, clarity and divine guidance.
- Mandala Puja starts (16 November, Saturday): Mandala Puja in the Malayalam calendar marks a period of 41 days of intense devotion at the Sabarimala temple. Devotees observe strict fasts, perform penance and worship Lord Ayyappa. This sacred period symbolizes self-discipline, spiritual cleansing and deepening of one’s faith, culminating in blessings and inner transformation.
- Ganadheep Sankashti Chaturthi (18 November, Monday): Ganadheep Sankashti Chaturthi is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Devotees fast, pray and worship Lord Ganesha to overcome obstacles and attain enlightenment. Observing this fast is believed to bring peace, prosperity and security, concluding the day’s rituals with the sighting of the moon in the evening.
Inauspicious Rahu Kalam this week
According to Vedic astrology, Rahu is an inauspicious planet. During the transit of planets, one should avoid doing any auspicious work during the time of influence of Rahu. During this period, Rahu, due to his inauspicious nature, hinders the performance of puja, havan or yajna to appease the auspicious planets. Before starting any new work, it is important to consider Rahu period. Doing this increases the chances of getting the desired results. Following are the Rahu Kaalam timings for this week:
- Nov 15: 10:45 am to 12:06 pm
- 16 November: 09:25 am to 10:46 am
- 17 November: 04:06 PM to 05:26 PM
- 18 November: 08:06 am to 09:26 am
- 19 November: 02:46 pm to 04:06 pm
- 20 November: 12:07 pm to 01:26 pm
- 21 November: 01:26 PM to 02:46 PM
Panchang is a calendar used in Vedic astrology to determine auspicious and inauspicious times for carrying out day-to-day tasks based on the prevailing planetary positions. It consists of five elements – Vaar, Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga and Karana. The essence of Panchang is the inter-relationship between the Sun (our soul) and the Moon (mind) on a daily basis. Panchanga is used to understand various branches of Vedic astrology such as birth, election, prashna (astrological), religious calendar and the energy of the day. The calendar of our birth day reflects our emotions, temperament and nature. It can provide more information about who we are and how we feel. This can amplify planetary influences and give us additional characteristics that we cannot understand based on our birth chart alone. The calendar is the life force energy that nourishes the birth chart.
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-Neeraj Dhankher
(Vedic Astrologer, Founder – Astro Zindagi)
Email: info@astrozindagi.in, neeraj@astrozindagi.in
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