Phalgun, one of the twelve months of the Hindu calendar, holds profound significance from various perspectives – natural, scientific and religious. Commencing on February 25th and concluding on March 25th, Phalgun is adorned with numerous festivals and events, making it a pivotal time for worship and jubilation.
Astrologer Pandit Kalki Ram from Ayodhya elucidates the religious importance of Phalgun. It is believed that the moon was born during this month, thus accentuating the reverence for moon worship during this period. Notably, Mahashivratri, a festival venerating Lord Shiva, is fervently celebrated in Phalgun. Additionally, Holi, renowned for its manifestation of love and spirituality, is observed during this time, accompanied by acts of charity believed to usher in auspiciousness to households.
Phalgun is partitioned into two phases, Krishan Paksha and Shukla Paksha, corresponding to the waning and waxing phases of the moon, respectively. These months are dedicated to the worship of revered deities such as Shree Krishna, Lord Shiva, Maa Laxmi, and the Moon, believed to bestow happiness, joy and positive energy upon devotees’ homes.
The month of Phalgun hosts an array of festivals, each contributing to the spiritual fervour and cultural richness of the period:
February 28th, 2024: Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi
March 1st, 2024: Yashoda Jayanti
March 3rd, 2024: Shabari Jayanti, Bhanu Saptami
March 4th, 2024: Janaki Jayanti
March 6th, 2024: Vijaya Ekadashi
March 8th, 2024: Mahashivratri, Pradosh Vrat (Krishna), Monthly Shivratri, Panchak
March 10th, 2024: Phalgun Amavasya
March 12th, 2024: Phulaira Dooj, Ramakrishna Jayanti
March 13th, 2024: Vinayak Chaturthi
March 14th, 2024: Meen Sankranti
March 20th, 2024: Amalaki Ekadashi
March 22nd, 2024: Pradosh Vrat (Shukla)
March 24th, 2024: Holika Dahan, Phalgun Purnima Vrat
March 25th, 2024: Holi (Dhulendi), Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Jayanti, lunar eclipse
In addition to its religious and cultural significance, Phalgun heralds the advent of spring, symbolising new beginnings and exuberant celebrations.
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