📅 Observance Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Festival | Kanya Sankranti |
| Date | 17 September |
| Solar Event | Sun enters Virgo (Kanya Rashi) |
| Calendar | Hindu Solar Calendar |
| Element | Earth |
| Nature | Solar Transition |
| Observed In | India |
📖 What is Kanya Sankranti?
Kanya Sankranti is the day when Surya Dev (the Sun) transits from Simha Rashi (Leo) into Kanya Rashi (Virgo). This transition marks a significant change in solar energy, influencing discipline, intellect, service, and analytical thinking.
Unlike lunar festivals, Sankranti is calculated purely on solar movement.
🌞 Religious Significance of Kanya Sankranti
In Hindu tradition:
- Sankranti is considered highly auspicious
- Worship of Surya Dev is recommended
- Charity (daan) performed on this day yields multiplied benefits
Kanya Sankranti is associated with order, purity, and service-oriented karma.
🔭 Astrological Importance (Sun in Virgo)
| Aspect | Influence |
|---|---|
| Zodiac | Virgo (Kanya) |
| Ruling Planet | Mercury |
| Traits Activated | Discipline, analysis, service |
| Impact | Health focus, routine, planning |
Astrologically, this transit supports:
- Organizing life goals
- Improving health habits
- Career planning
- Educational pursuits
🛕 Puja Vidhi on Kanya Sankranti
🔔 Morning Rituals
- Take holy bath (preferably at sunrise)
- Wear clean or light-colored clothes
- Offer water (Arghya) to the Sun
🪔 Worship
- Chant Surya mantras
- Light a ghee lamp
- Offer red flowers
📿 Mantra
ॐ सूर्याय नमः
🎁 Daan (Charity) on Kanya Sankranti
Charity performed on this day is highly meritorious.
| Daan Item | Significance |
|---|---|
| Food grains | Nourishment |
| Clothes | Protection |
| Copper vessels | Solar energy |
| Sesame seeds | Ancestral peace |
| Cows (Gau Daan) | Supreme merit |
🌾 Seasonal & Agricultural Importance
Kanya Sankranti indicates:
- Shift towards autumn season
- Preparation for harvest
- Planning of agricultural activities
Farmers observe this Sankranti for crop-related planning.
🔗 Connection with Vishwakarma Puja
In many regions:
- Vishwakarma Puja is celebrated on Kanya Sankranti
- Sun’s disciplined Virgo energy aligns with craftsmanship and precision
🌼 Spiritual Benefits of Observing Kanya Sankranti
- Mental clarity
- Improved discipline
- Removal of ego and arrogance
- Alignment with natural cycles
📅 Calendar-Style Table Entry
| Observance | Date | Solar Transition |
|---|---|---|
| Kanya Sankranti | 17 September | Sun enters Virgo |
❓ Short FAQ – Kanya Sankranti
Q1. What is Kanya Sankranti?
It is the day when the Sun enters Virgo zodiac sign.
Q2. Is Kanya Sankranti based on lunar or solar calendar?
It follows the solar calendar.
Q3. Why is charity important on Sankranti?
Daan on Sankranti brings spiritual merit and prosperity.
Q4. Is fasting required on this day?
Fasting is optional; purity and worship are essential.
Q5. Is Vishwakarma Puja always on Kanya Sankranti?
In many regions, yes.
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