Solar Eclipse 2025
A solar eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when the Moon completely or partially comes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun’s light either fully or partially. During this period, the Sun’s rays do not reach the Earth, and darkness prevails for a short time. From a scientific perspective, this event happens due to the position of the Sun, Earth, and Moon. From a religious perspective, it is considered highly spiritual. By following certain rules during this time, one can gain positive energy and protect oneself from negative effects.
How does a solar eclipse occur?
The Earth revolves around the Sun and the Moon revolves around the Earth. When the Moon comes between the Sun and Earth, it blocks the Sun’s rays from reaching Earth. This phenomenon happens only on the new moon day (Amavasya), and during this time the Sun either gets partially or completely hidden.
Types of Solar Eclipse
1. Total Solar Eclipse – When the Moon covers the Sun completely, a part of the Earth experiences daytime darkness as if it were night.
2. Partial Solar Eclipse – When the Moon covers only a part of the Sun, and the rest of the Sun remains visible.
First Solar Eclipse of the Year
Solar Eclipse 2025: Date and Time
• Eclipse Date: 29 March 2025 (Saturday)
• Eclipse Begins: 29 March 2025, at 02:21 PM
• Eclipse Ends: 29 March 2025, at 06:14 PM
• Visible Regions: Parts of Europe, Asia, North and South America, Western Africa, Atlantic Ocean regions, and some areas of the Arctic.
Note: This solar eclipse of the year will not be visible in India. Hence, no rules or religious beliefs related to the eclipse will be applicable here.
Sutak Period of Solar Eclipse
The Sutak period starts 12 hours before the solar eclipse. According to scriptures, this period is considered highly inauspicious.
Second Solar Eclipse of the Year
Solar Eclipse 2025: Date and Time
• Date of Eclipse: 21 September 2025 (Sunday)
• Eclipse Begins: 21 September 2025, 11:00 PM
• Midpoint: 22 September 2025, 1:12 AM
• Eclipse Ends: 22 September 2025, 3:24 AM
• Visible Regions: New Zealand, Eastern Malaysia, Southern Polynesia, Western Antarctica, and surrounding regions.
Note: This eclipse will not be visible in India. Therefore, the Sutak period will not be applicable for the residents of India.
Sutak Period of Solar Eclipse
The Sutak period begins 12 hours before the eclipse. According to scriptures, this time is considered extremely inauspicious.
What to Avoid- Entering temples, touching idols, eating, and traveling are restricted.
What to Do- Pregnant women, children, and elderly people may consume light food if necessary, such as milk, curd, ghee, or water with Tulsi (basil) leaves.
Note: Take a holy bath after the eclipse, sprinkle Ganga water, and chant mantras.
What to Do and What Not to Do During a Solar Eclipse?
What to Do?
• Chanting Mantras: Recite mantras and remember God during the eclipse.
• Charity and Donations: Donating food, clothes, and money is considered highly auspicious.
• Meditation & Prayer: Meditate for spiritual peace and to gain positive energy.
• Use glasses to view the solar eclipse.• Follow the Sutak period guidelines.
What Not to Do?
• Do Not Cook or Eat: Cooking and eating during this period is considered prohibited.
• Avoid Impurity: Sleeping, combing hair, or cutting nails are forbidden.
• Stay Away from Negative Thoughts: Avoid anger and jealousy.
• Pregnant women should take special precautions.
After the eclipse Take a holy bath and sprinkle Ganga water for purification.
