Introduction
India will witness a Total Lunar Eclipse (खग्रास चंद्र ग्रहण) on the night of 7th/8th September 2025 (Bhadrapada Shukla Purnima, Vikram Samvat 2082).
This celestial event is considered highly significant in Hindu astrology and spirituality.
The eclipse will occur in Aquarius (Kumbh Rashi) under the Purvabhadrapada Nakshatra, bringing both auspicious and inauspicious effects on different zodiac signs.
Lunar Eclipse Timings in India (IST)
- Eclipse Begins (Touch): 9:58 PM (7th September 2025)
- Eclipse Entry: 11:01 PM
- Mid Eclipse: 11:43 PM
- Eclipse Exit: 12:23 AM (8th September 2025)
- Eclipse Ends (Moksha): 1:27 AM (8th September 2025)
⏳ Total Duration: 3 hours 29 minutes
Sutak Period
The Sutak Kaal begins 9 hours before the eclipse starts, i.e., at 12:58 PM (7th September 2025).
- During Sutak, all auspicious activities, puja, and temple rituals remain prohibited.
- Temple doors remain closed.
- Children, elderly, and sick people may consume satvik food up to 5 hours before the eclipse begins.
- During the eclipse, one should engage in mantra chanting and meditation.
- After the eclipse ends (post 1:27 AM), devotees must take a holy bath and wear clean clothes before consuming food.
Astrological Effects (Zodiac Signs)
The eclipse falls in Purvabhadrapada Nakshatra and Aquarius Sign.
- Highly Inauspicious: For natives of Purvabhadrapada Nakshatra, Aquarius Sign (Kumbh Rashi), Aquarius Ascendant
- Auspicious: Aries (Mesha), Taurus (Vrishabha), Virgo (Kanya), Sagittarius (Dhanu)
- Moderate Effects: Gemini (Mithun), Leo (Simha), Libra (Tula), Capricorn (Makar)
- Inauspicious: Cancer (Karka), Scorpio (Vrischik), Pisces (Meen)
Donations & Remedies (Rashiyo ke Anusar Daan & Upay)
- Aries (Mesha): Donate green fodder, spinach, or cattle grass at temples or goshala.
- Taurus (Vrishabha): Offer mishri (sugar candy) at the temple.
- Gemini (Mithun): Donate salt, turmeric, or potatoes as required.
- Cancer (Karka): Donate milk, rice, and sugar to the poor or temples.
- Leo (Simha): Donate red clothes and copper items.
- Virgo (Kanya): Donate whole green moong or green fruits.
- Libra (Tula): Donate curd or sugar.
- Scorpio (Vrischik): Donate black gram (chana) and jaggery at cremation grounds or during Pitru rituals.
- Sagittarius (Dhanu): Offer yellow clothes, turmeric, or bananas at temples.
- Capricorn (Makar): Donate wool, blankets, or oil to the poor or temples.
- Aquarius (Kumbh): Donate black sesame, urad dal, iron, and serve food to the needy.
- Pisces (Meen): Donate rice, silver, or a water-filled kalash.
Important Instructions
- Worship, puja, and all auspicious activities are forbidden during the eclipse.
- Temple doors remain closed.
- Donating to the poor, animals, and birds during the eclipse is considered extremely auspicious.
- Performing Pitru Tarpan, Shraddh, and Pind Daan during this period helps in relieving Pitru Dosha.
Zodiac Impact & Remedies (Summary Table)
| Zodiac Sign | Effect | Suggested Donation |
|---|---|---|
| Capricorn (Makar) | Auspicious | Wool, blanket, oil |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | Auspicious | Yellow cloth, turmeric |
| Gemini (Mithun) | Auspicious | Salt, turmeric, potatoes |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) | Inauspicious | Mishri |
| Leo (Simha) | Inauspicious | Red clothes, copper |
| Aquarius (Kumbh) | Inauspicious | Black sesame, iron items |
Conclusion
The Total Lunar Eclipse (खग्रास चंद्र ग्रहण) on 7–8 September 2025 is not only a celestial event but also a powerful spiritual moment.
By following ancient traditions of donations, remedies, and prayers according to zodiac signs, one can reduce negative effects and invite peace, prosperity, and spiritual strength.
✨ This sacred time reminds us to engage in self-reflection, devotion, and charity.
