New Delhi: This news is related to Solar Eclipse 2026 and it explains why some temples are closed during the Solar Eclipse, as well as the importance of worship and religious rules. Based on this, you can understand the religious practices and traditions taking place during the solar eclipse.
Solar Eclipse 2026: Why are temples closed?
According to the belief of Hindu religion, a solar eclipse is an impressive astronomical event. According to the beliefs described in the Puranas, the effect of “inauspiciousness” and negative energy increases at the time of eclipse. Therefore, many temples temporarily stop worship and entry at that very moment so that devotees can avoid the effects of the eclipse. This tradition is still followed in many ancient temples of India.
What are the rules of worship during an eclipse?
According to Dasha and Puranas, open Kalash puja, lighting of lamps and chanting of mantras are not done at the time of eclipse. It is believed that religious activities become “impure” during the eclipse period. Sadhguru and Pandits say that after the eclipse, one should take a bath, purify and then worship. The time before/before the eclipse is considered auspicious and auspicious.
What to do during eclipse?
Religious texts state that the following methods can be adopted at home during the eclipse:
- Do not eat during solar eclipse
- Maintain peace at home and avoid noise
- Focus on prayer, meditation and mental peace
Such actions have been described as the path of “purification” which helps in reducing the effects of the eclipse.
What to do after the eclipse?
After the eclipse ends, the tradition of bathing and purification is performed. After this, performing puja in temples is considered auspicious. Devotees believe that the rituals performed after the eclipse provide mental and spiritual peace.
What is the scientific aspect of an eclipse?
From a scientific point of view, a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun, due to which a part or the entire part of the Sun appears hidden from the Earth. During this period, darkness spreads in the atmosphere and the temperature drops. Along with religious beliefs, its astronomical explanation has also existed since ancient times.
