Total Lunar Eclipse 2025: Skywatchers are gearing up to witness a spectacular celestial event on the night of September 7-8. A total lunar eclipse will occur during this time and will be visible from all parts of India. This rare event will be a treat for stargazers, as it will be visible across a wide region covering parts of Antarctica, western Pacific Ocean, Australasia, Asia, Indian Ocean, Europe and eastern Atlantic Ocean.
Total Lunar Eclipse 2025: Date & Timing
The lunar eclipse will occur from 9:57 PM on Sunday, September 7, to 1:27 AM on Monday, September 8 (IST), as the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow. The eclipse will reach its peak at 11:42 PM. Skywatchers are encouraged not to miss this spectacular event! In India, all phases of the eclipse including totality will be visible.
A total lunar eclipse occurs when Earth aligns perfectly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its darkest shadow (umbra) over the lunar surface. During this, sunlight bends through Earth’s atmosphere, filtering out blue light and giving the Moon a red-orange glow.
In Hindu tradition, a lunar eclipse, known as Chandra Grahan is considered an important celestial event with both spiritual and ritual significance. There are various do’s and don’ts associated with it, based on scriptures and traditional beliefs, Here are some of those:
Do’s During The Total Lunar Eclipse
Take a bath before and after the eclipse to purify body and mind.
Chant Mantras or Meditate. You can recite mantras like Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra.
Stay indoors, pregnant women are especially advised to stay indoors as it is believed thatharmful rays during the eclipse can affect the unborn child.
Cover food and water, Tulsi leaves or kusha grass are placed in food and water to protect them from negative energies.
Engage in spiritual activities like reading scriptures and meditating.
Purify the idols of God with Gangajal and sprinkle around your home following the lunar eclipse.
Don’ts During The Total Lunar Eclipse
Avoid eating or drinking during this period. Food is not consumed during the eclipse as it is believed to be impure.
Avoid cooking or preparing food during the lunar eclipse.
Avoid sleeping during the eclipse, staying awake is recommended for spiritual awareness.
No auspicious activities; starting new work, marriages, or important rituals are avoided during and just befo 4. During the eclipse, avoid touching any idols of gods or goddesses.
Do not touch the Tulsi plant.
Avoid visiting any temple.
Don’t hold any sharp or pointed instruments like knives, scissors, needles, etc. during the eclipse.
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