LUNAR ECLIPSE 2024 : The first lunar eclipse of this year is going to fall on the day of Holi. In astrology, lunar eclipse is not considered auspicious. Sutak period starts even before the lunar eclipse occurs. Lunar eclipse will occur from morning itself on 25th March. In such a situation, it is important to know what effect this eclipse will have on Holi. The lunar eclipse of March 25 will affect all the zodiac signs. It is believed that lunar eclipse on Holi occurs after about 100 years. Let us know what effect the lunar eclipse on Holi will have on India, Sutak period, eclipse timing and some important details-
When and how long will the eclipse last?
On March 25, the day of Holi, the eclipse will start from 10.23 am, which will last for about 4.5 hours i.e. till 3.02 pm. Lunar eclipse will not be visible in India. Therefore lunar eclipse will not be valid. Lunar eclipse will not have any bad effect on Holi.
In which countries will it be shown?
This lunar eclipse will be visible in Norway, Switzerland, Ireland, England, Spain, Portugal, Japan, Russia, Australia, Holland, Belgium, Italy, Germany, France, America, Africa, Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic and Antarctica.
First touch from penumbra – 10:24 am
Paramgraas Lunar Eclipse – 12:43 PM
Last touch from Pachchaya – 03:01 pm
Duration of penumbra – 04 hours 36 minutes 56 seconds
Magnitude of penumbral lunar eclipse – 0.95
Lunar eclipse will not be visible in India. Therefore, the Sutak period of this eclipse will not be valid. In the countries where lunar eclipse will be visible, Sutak will also be observed. Sutak of lunar eclipse starts 9 hours before the eclipse. It is prohibited to do some work during eclipse and sutak.
Keep these things in mind
Keep these things in mind when a lunar eclipse occurs. Keep remembering the name of God during the eclipse period. Before the eclipse, apply ocher on pregnant women and other animals and objects before the Sutak period. Add basil leaves in water, food etc. After the eclipse, after taking bath etc., if possible, you can donate.
