The first solar eclipse of the year 2026 will form tomorrow, ‘Ring of Fire’, Sutak period will be observed in India? Know the complete timing
The first solar eclipse of the year 2026 is going to occur tomorrow. This eclipse will occur on February 17 in Aquarius and Dhanishtha Nakshatra, which will be an annular or annular solar eclipse. During this time, the shape of the Sun will appear like a bright bracelet, and according to astronomers, the Moon can cover about 96 percent of the Sun. Many questions are being raised among people regarding this solar eclipse. Like what will be its time, whether it will be visible in India or not, and whether Sutak period will be applicable or not.
What will be the time of solar eclipse?
According to Indian time, on Tuesday, February 17, the solar eclipse will last from 3:26 pm to 7:57 pm. Its total duration will be 4 hours 31 minutes. The eclipse will reach its peak between 5:13 pm and 6:11 pm.
Will this eclipse be visible in India?
This annular solar eclipse will not be visible in India. It will be visible only in some areas of Southern Africa, Antarctica and South America, including countries like Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania, Namibia, Mauritius, Botswana, Mozambique, Argentina and Chile.
Will Sutak period be valid or not?
Sutak period starts 12 hours before the solar eclipse. But since the eclipse of 17th February will not be visible in India, the Sutak period will not be considered valid here.
How will the eclipse look?
This annular solar eclipse, which occurs on February 17, occurs when the Moon comes exactly between the Sun and the Earth. At this time, from some parts of the Earth, the Sun looks like a bright ring, which is known as ‘Ring of Fire’.
How many types of solar eclipse are there?
There are mainly three types of solar eclipse. The first total solar eclipse, in which the Moon completely covers the Sun. Second partial solar eclipse, where only some part of the Sun is covered. Third annular solar eclipse, in which the Moon appears smaller and the edges of the Sun appear like a bright bracelet or ring.
Do not make these mistakes during eclipse
According to religious beliefs, worship should not be done during the eclipse period. Touching the idols of gods and goddesses is prohibited. Avoid any auspicious or auspicious work. One should not cook or eat food at this time. Pregnant women, children and elderly people should not leave the house.
What to do if eclipse is inauspicious?
If solar eclipse seems inauspicious then chant the mantras of Sun God or Lord Shiva at the time of eclipse. Recitation of Guru Mantra or Vishnu Sahastranam will also be beneficial.
What to do after the eclipse ends?
Be sure to take bath after solar eclipse, this provides relief from negative effects. Sprinkle Ganga water in the house. Reinstall the idols of the temple after bathing them with pure water. Doing charity after an eclipse is especially fruitful.
What to donate after eclipse?
Donation of some special items is considered best during the eclipse period or thereafter. Donate food, clothes and money to the poor or needy. Donating things related to Sun will be better, like wheat, rice, pulses, jaggery, black sesame and yellow fruits.
Chant these mantras during eclipse
Surya Beej Mantra- Om Hram Hrim Hram Sah Suryay Namah
Surya Mool Mantra- Om Ghrini Suryay Namah" Or "Om Hreem Ghrini Surya Adityah Shreem
Surya Gayatri Mantra- Om Adityaya Vidmahe Divakaraya Dhimahi Tanno Surya Prachodayat
Eclipse protection mantra- Yosau shuldharo rudrashshadkarau vrishavahan. Suryoparagjan Dosham Vinashayatu Sarvada..
religious belief related to eclipse
In Hinduism, solar and lunar eclipses are linked to Rahu and Ketu. Which are called sin or shadow planets. It is believed that there was a dispute between gods and demons over the pot of nectar obtained from the churning of the ocean. Lord Vishnu took the form of Mohini and distributed nectar to the gods. Then a demon named Swarbhanu sat secretly in the row of gods and drank the nectar. The Sun and the Moon identified him and told Vishnu. Vishnu cut off his head with Sudarshan Chakra. Because of the nectar, he did not die, but got divided into two parts, which became Rahu and Ketu. It is said that from time to time these two swallow the Sun and the Moon and cause eclipses.
Disclaimer: This is based on religious beliefs, JBT does not endorse it.
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