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| Biruwa |
Posted
on 07-Nov-03 01:24 PM
Saturday at around 8 pm eastern time there is going to be a full lunar eclipse visible from North America. This phenomena will not be visible from Asia.
Lately, I have observed some knowledgeable compatriots visit this site. I am seeking help from them.
I am interested in knowing what is the belief as regards to the lunar eclipse and what procedures need a hindu observe?
On another note:
You can see the lunar eclipse through your naked eyes. However, I believe that according to our religion people with certain 'rashi' are not recommended to view the eclipse. Which 'rashis' are bared from viewing this eclipse?
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| KaLaNkIsThAn |
Posted
on 08-Nov-03 05:46 AM
Biruwa jyu,
Really? Okay I must see it, 8 PM tonight! Is Makkar (in Nepali Horscope) raashi supposed to watch it?? phew... Trikaal Baaa -- Kaaa ho?
Thanks for the information.
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| Biruwa |
Posted
on 08-Nov-03 09:32 AM
Oww!
No one is interested in the Lunar eclipse ehh!
Well, I found out that according to Hindu belief you should not eat during the time of the eclipse and that you should take bath afterwards. During the eclipse you should do good jobs such as giving alms to the poor or the needy.
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| Trikal |
Posted
on 09-Nov-03 09:18 AM
Biruwaji,
According to Hindu astrology Rahu and Ketu are known as two invisible planets. They are enemies of the Sun and the Moon, who at certain times of the year (during conjunction or opposition) swallow the Sun or the Moon causing either a solar or a lunar eclipse. In Sanskrit this is known as grahanam or seizing.
About RAHU and KETU..
In Hindu mythology, there is a story that describes how the gods and the demons once formed an alliance to produce a nectar that could give them immortality. This is the story of the churning of the milk-ocean and the descent of Lord Visnu as the Kurma avatara, the divine tortoise.
When the nectar that was churned from this ocean was being served to the gods, a demon, disguised as a god, sat between the Sun and the Moon in an attempt to procure the nectar. When he was detected by the Sun and the Moon, Lord Visnu immediately severed his head from his body.
Unfortunately, it was not fast enough, for the demon had already tasted a small quantity of the nectar and had become immortal. Ever since, this demon is said to wreak vengeance on the Sun and Moon whenever they come near. The head of this great demon is known as Rahu and his tail is known as Ketu.
I hope this information will help your curiosity.....
Kalankisthanji,
Anybody can watch Lunar Eclipse, including Makar rasi....Sorry for late responce.
TRIKAL..
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| Biruwa |
Posted
on 09-Nov-03 04:30 PM
Thanks Trikal ji for the story. tis pretty interesting.
Who knows, it may yet prove to be true.
The Eclipse was beautiful to look at specially since yesterday was a real clear ski.
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