Makar Sankranti holds great importance in the Hindu religion and astrology. On this day, the Sun leaves the Sagittarius zodiac sign, enters into the Capricorn sign and regains its momentum.
While almost every year, it is celebrated on January 14, this year, it will be observed on January 15 according to the Udaya Tithi. Scroll down to check out the details regarding the rituals, significance and food traditions associated with this day.
Which God Do We Worship On Makar Sankranti?
On Makar Sankranti, you must dedicate all your worship to the Sun God. However, this year is believed to be dominated by Lord Shani and therefore, you should worship Shanidev along with the Sun God on Makar Sankranti. You are advised to follow this to avoid Shani Dosh in your horoscope and any planetary defects throughout the year. To know about this in detail, click here.
How To Worship On Makar Sankranti?
You must wake up early in the morning and take a bath during the Brahma Muhurta with Ganga water or Tulsi Manjari added to your bathing water. Then, wear clean, red or yellow clothes, and meditate on the Sun God as you chant 'Surya Namostu' 21 times. Click here to know more about it.
Significance Of Makar Sankranti
Along with marking the beginning of the harvesting season, it is also the first festival of the year according to the Hindu calendar. It is celebrated with great pomp to acknowledge the Sun’s transit into the Capricorn sun sign. Know about this in detail here.
What Should You Offer To God On Makar Sankranti?
On the day of Makar Sankranti, there is a custom of offering sesame seeds laddus or/and jaggery kheer to the Sun God for prasad.
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Mistakes To Avoid On Makar Sankranti
You must not consume Tamasic food on this auspicious day. Along with this, you must not let any visitor return empty-handed.
What To Eat On Makar Sankranti?
There is a centuries-old tradition of making and eating Khichdi on this day. This is believed to help you get rid of all kinds of planetary defects.
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