Vaishakh Amavasya 2023 Vrat Dates and Puja Shubh Muhurat

Vaishakh Amavasya is a significant day in the Hindu calendar as it marks the beginning of the Vaishakh month. This month is considered one of the most sacred months in the Hindu calendar, and it is believed that performing any religious or spiritual activity during this time can bring immense benefits to the individual. The month of Vaishakh is also known as the month of Lord Vishnu, and it is believed that any activity done in this month will bring the individual closer to Lord Vishnu and help them attain Moksha.

इस पेज को हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए वैशाख अमावस्या पर क्लिक करें। 

The Amavasya is considered an important day in the Hindu calendar as it is believed to be the most powerful day for performing spiritual activities. On this day, the energies of the universe are at their highest, and performing any ritual or puja can bring immense benefits to the individual. It is believed that on this day, the ancestors come to visit their descendants, and performing Pitra Karya/Pitru Paksha rituals can help in appeasing them and seeking their blessings.

 

Vaishakh Amavasya 2023: Date, Time & Tithi

Vaishakh Amavasya in the Hindu calendar falls on the new moon day in the month of Vaishakh.

In the year 2023, Vaishakh Amavasya will occur on Wednesday, 19th April.

The exact timing of the Amavasya tithi will begin at 11:25 AM on 19th April and end at 9:44 AM on 20th April, according to the Indian Standard Time (IST).

 

Pitra Karya Importance on Vaishakh Amavasya

Pitra Karya is a set of rituals and offerings performed by Hindus to honor and seek the blessings of their ancestors or forefathers. The day of Vaishakh Amavasya holds great importance in Pitra Karya, and here's why:

It is believed that on this day, the ancestors or pitras visit the earth to bless their descendants. Hence, performing Pitra Karya rituals on this day is considered highly auspicious.

Pitra Karya includes various offerings and prayers to the ancestors, including food, clothes, and water. These offerings are believed to reach the ancestors and provide them with comfort and blessings.

Vaishakh Amavasya is also known as "Mahaparva Amavasya," and it is believed that on this day, the pitras can bestow immense blessings and fulfill the wishes of their descendants.

Performing Pitra Karya rituals on Vaishakh Amavasya can help one attain peace and harmony in their family and personal life, as it is believed that the blessings of the ancestors can bring good fortune and prosperity.

The day is also significant for those who have lost their loved ones, as performing Pitra Karya can help them pay homage to their ancestors and seek their blessings.

It is believed that the pitras can help remove any obstacles or negative energies that may be hindering one's progress, and performing Pitra Karya on Vaishakh Amavasya can help one overcome such obstacles.

Puja vidhi 

Vaishakh Amavasya Puja Vidhi Performing Puja on Vaishakh Amavasya is considered very auspicious. Here is the Puja Vidhi for performing the Vaishakh Amavasya Puja:

• Begin by taking a bath early in the morning and wear clean clothes.

• Prepare a Puja thali with all the necessary items such as flowers, incense sticks, a lamp, rice, sesame seeds, and water.

• Light the lamp and incense sticks and offer prayers to Lord Ganesha to seek his blessings for a successful Puja.

• Offer water to the deities before performing any rituals.

• Offer Pinda daan or Tarpan to the ancestors by offering rice and sesame seeds mixed with water.

• Recite the Vishnu Sahasranama or any other hymns or mantras dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

• Offer food and other essentials to the poor and needy.

Vaishakh Amavasya Vrat Katha

Long ago, there was a Brahmin named Dharmavarna. He was very religious. Once a sage told him that in the age of Kali, there is no deed greater than remembering the name of Lord Vishnu. The merit obtained by remembering the name of the Lord is greater than the merit obtained by performing a Yajna. Dharmavarna was convinced by this and left his home to become a sannyasi and wander around. One day, while wandering, he reached the world of ancestors where his forefathers were in distress. They told him that they were suffering because there was no one left to perform their Shraddha (ritual offering to ancestors) since Dharmavarna had become a sannyasi. They requested him to return to the household life, have children and perform their Shraddha on the day of Vaishakh Amavasya. Dharmavarna promised to fulfill their request and returned to the worldly life. On the day of Vaishakh Amavasya, he performed the Shraddha according to the prescribed rituals and thus freed his ancestors from their misery.

 

Amavasya 2023 Dates

Amavasya	Dates
Magha Amavasya	January 21, 2023, Saturday
Phalguna Amavasya	February 20, 2023, Monday
Chaitra Amavasya	March, 21, 2023, Tuesday
Vaishakha Amavasya	April 20, 2023, Thursday
Jyeshtha Amavasya	May 19, 2023, Friday
Ashadha Amavasya	June 17, 2023, Saturday
Shravana Amavasya	July 17, 2023, Monday
Shravana Adhik Amavasya	August 16, 2023, Wednesday
Bhadrapada Amavasya	September 14, 2023, Thursday
Ashwina Amavasya	October 14, 2023, Saturday
Kartika Amavasya	November 13, 2023, Monday
Margashirsha Amavasya	December 12, 2023, Tuesday

 

Do's and Don'ts for Vaishakh Amavsya

Do's:

• Wake up early in the morning and take a bath before performing any Puja or ritual.

• Offer prayers to Lord Ganesha to seek his blessings for a successful Puja.

• Offer water to the deities before performing any rituals.

• Offer Pinda daan or Tarpana to the ancestors by offering rice and sesame seeds mixed with water.

• Recite the Vishnu Sahasranama or any other hymns or mantras dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

• Donate food and other essentials to the poor and needy.

 

Don'ts:

• Do not consume non-vegetarian food or alcohol on this day.

• Do not engage in any negative or harmful activities.

• Avoid unnecessary arguments or conflicts with family members or friends.

• Do not neglect performing Pitra Karya rituals.

• Remedies for All Zodiac Signs on this Day

Here are some remedies for all zodiac signs on Vaishakh Amavasya:

Aries: Offer red flowers and sweets to Lord Hanuman.

Taurus: Chant the Mahamrityunjaya mantra to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Gemini: Offer white flowers and milk to Lord Shiva.

Cancer: Offer water to Lord Shiva and perform the Rudrabhishekam Puja.

Leo: Offer water to Lord Surya and recite the Aditya Hridayam Stotram.

Virgo: Chant the Gayatri mantra and offer water to Lord Vishnu.

Libra: Perform the Lakshmi Puja and offer sweets and fruits to Goddess Lakshmi.

Scorpio: Offer water to Lord Shiva and recite the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra.

Sagittarius: Perform the Guru Puja and offer yellow flowers and sweets to Lord Jupiter.

Capricorn: Offer water to Lord Shani and recite the Shani Mantra.

Aquarius: Offer water to Lord Shiva and recite the Shiva Tandava Stotram.

Pisces: Perform the Vishnu Puja and offer water and fruits to Lord Vishnu.

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