The festival of Holi is celebrated every year on the full moon of Phalgun month. This time Holika Dahan will be celebrated on 13 March and Holi-Dhuleti on 14 March. Just 8 days before Holi, Holashtak takes place, during which auspicious and inauspicious works are forbidden. This year Holashtak will start from March 7. Let us tell you about the importance of Holashtak and during this time auspicious works.
Importance of Holashtak
Holashtak is celebrated eight days before Holi. It begins eight days before Holi. This period is of special importance. Preparations for Holi begin from here. There are many religious beliefs about Holashtak. At the beginning of Holashtak, Lord Shiva consumed Kamadeva. During this period, different planets are invasive daily. Therefore, do not do any auspicious work during Holashtak. But the work done after birth and death can be done in it.
Scientific basis
The mind remains turbulent, depressed and restless due to changes in weather during Holashtak. The results of heart work during this period are not auspicious. So as soon as Holashtak will end. We try to immerse ourselves in joy by playing with colors.
What activities are prohibited during Holashtak?
During the period of Holashtak, all auspicious rituals including marriage, naming rites and planetary entry, Janoi are not performed. The construction of a new house should not be started during Holashtak. Gold, silver, property and vehicle should not be purchased during Holashtak. No new business should be started during Holashtak.
Do these 5 things during Holashtak
Read Hanuman Chalisa during Holashtak. Chant Vishnusahsranama and Mahamrityunjaya. This brings peace and positive energy to the house. Donate food, clothes and money to the poor. By doing this, there is prosperity in life. At this time, fathers can be offered. By doing this, the blessings of the ancestors are obtained. You can worship for planet peace. This brings peace from the planets that hurt.
