Ratha Saptami 2024: The Haldi-Kumkum ceremony, held annually on Makar Sankranti, comes to an end on Rath Saptami. Discover the significance of this day and the ways in which it is celebrated in this collection of articles.
Ratha Saptami Shubh Muhurat
The auspicious time for Rath Saptami, according to Udaya Tithi, will be on Friday, 16th February. This will start on 15th February at 10.12 am and end on February 16 at 08:54 am.
Arunodaya on the day of Rath Saptami – at 06.35 in the morning
Sunrise on the day of Rath Saptami – 06.59 am
Bathing time on Rath Saptami day – 05.17 am to 06.59 am
Ratha Saptami Vidhi
On the day of Rath Saptami, it is important to bathe in Arunodaya. After bathing, it is customary to offer Arghya to Lord Sun at sunrise and perform the rituals. To offer Arghya, stand in front of Sun God with hands joined in Namaskar posture. Gently pour water from a small vessel to Lord Surya. Then, light a lamp with cow ghee and offer red flowers to the Sun God during the puja.
Ratha Saptami Benefits
The devotee who follows the rituals and worships Lord Surya on the day of Surya Saptami will be blessed with good health and prosperity. Additionally, performing acts of charity on this day is believed to bring great fortune. Fasting for Lord Surya on this day will cleanse one of all sins. It is also highly significant to take a bath during Arunodaya on Rath Saptami.
By practicing this, an individual can achieve optimal well-being, thus Rath Saptami is also known as Arogya Saptami. Engaging in activities such as bathing in a river on the day of Surya Saptami is believed to be more advantageous than bathing at home. Taking a bath, engaging in acts of charity, and offering Arghya to the Sun God on Surya Saptami are believed to bring about longevity, good health, and prosperity.
Ratha Saptami Importance
Astrology states that Ravi, also known as the Sun, is considered the Atmakaraka. It signifies the embodiment of life, spiritual strength, and conscious power within the human body. The strength of the Sun in an individual’s horoscope directly influences their life force and immunity. Ravi represents qualities such as leadership, authority, power, determination, righteousness, proactive behavior, admiration, reputation, well-being, and healing.The Sun God’s chariot is adorned with seven horses, symbolizing the seven days of the week. Additionally, the chariot is equipped with twelve wheels, representing the twelve zodiac signs.
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