Naraka Chaturdashi 2021: The fourteenth tithi of Kartik Krishna Paksha is widely known as Naraka Chaturdashi in India. The auspicious day additionally marks the second day of Diwali festivities.
Named after the mythological demon Narakasura, this 12 months the competition falls on November 3, 2021.
Based on Mythology, Narakasura was the son of Bhudevi and Lord Varaha (an avatar of Shri Vishnu). He knew that as per Lord Brahma’s boon, no one besides his mom may kill him, consequently which he turned complacent. As soon as he attacked Lord Krishna, and his consort, Sathyabama, who was an incarnation of Bhudevi. Bhudevi killed Narakasura, thereby sanctifying Brahma’s boon.
Nevertheless, Narakasura pleaded to Bhudevi, sought her blessings, and wished for a boon. He needed to turn into immortal within the reminiscences of individuals and therefore needed folks to have a good time his demise by lighting lamps. Due to this fact, it’s stated that individuals have a good time Naraka Chaturdashi, which is definitely the demise anniversary of Narakasura.
The day is due to this fact celebrated as a strategy to eliminate negativities.
Individuals carry out a ritual of bathing known as Abhyanga Snan which symbolises purification of the thoughts and the physique. On today, folks first apply sesame oil on their head and physique after which cleanse it with ubtan earlier than sporting new garments. This 12 months the muhurat for Abhyanga Snan is on November 4, 5:40 AM to six:03 AM.
Based on Drik Panchanga:
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – 09:02 AM on Nov 03, 2021
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends – 06:03 AM on Nov 04, 2021
One other legend has it that Goddess Kali killed Narakasura and triumphed over him. Therefore, some folks discuss with today as Kali Chaudas.
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