Makar Sankranti 2024: 8 Steps to Bathe in Sun's Golden Glow
New Year, New Beginning
As 2024 dawns, prepare for Makar Sankranti on January 15th! This Sun festival, also known as Uttarayan, marks the Suns transit from Sagittarius to Capricorn, boosting its power and auspiciousness.
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Sun Worship for Prosperity
To welcome sunshine into your life, wake up early in Brahma Muhurta. Bathe with Ganga water or basil leaves to cleanse and connect with divinity.
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Clad in Purity
Don clean or new clothes, symbolising a refreshed mind and body. Meditate on the Sun God and chant the Surya Namostu Shloka 21 times for inner peace.
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Arghya Offering
Fill a copper pot with pure water, stand barefoot on your balcony or terrace, and face the rising Sun. Chant the 12 Sun God names and offer Arghya, expressing your reverence.
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Circling the Sun's Light
After offering Arghya, walk around the same spot three times, mirroring the Earths movement around the Sun. This cosmic dance adds to your connection with the solar deity.
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Surya Chalisa for Favor
Reciting the Surya Chalisa on Makar Sankranti is highly recommended. Additionally, chanting Aditya Hridaya Stotra and offering heartfelt prayers can bring blessings for a bright future.
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Charitable Deeds
Sun God appreciates generosity. On Makar Sankranti, offer food, water, and clothes to the needy. This act of kindness pleases the Sun and attracts positive karma.
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Embrace the Light
Celebrate Makar Sankranti with family and friends, sharing delicious sweets like Tilkut and Pongal. Remember, this festival signifies hope, renewal, and the triumph of light over darkness.
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