📅 December 16, 2025 – Dhanu Sankranti
Date: Tuesday, 16 December 2025
Tithi: Sun’s transit from Vrishchika (Scorpio) to Dhanu (Sagittarius)
Day: Tuesday
Dhanu Sankranti marks the sun’s entry into the zodiac sign Sagittarius (Dhanu). It is an important solar event observed with prayers, charity, and rituals to seek health, prosperity, and spiritual progress. This Sankranti is considered highly auspicious for starting new ventures and performing sacred activities.
🔹 Significance of Dhanu Sankranti
- Astrological Importance: The Sun’s entry into Sagittarius is considered favorable for growth, confidence, and leadership.
- Spiritual Significance: Devotees perform rituals to appease the Sun God (Surya) and seek long life, success, and good health.
- Cultural Observance: In some regions, Dhanu Sankranti is associated with special prayers, donations, and holy dips in rivers.
🔹 Rituals and Observances
- Sun Worship:
- Early morning, devotees offer water, flowers, and prayers to the Sun (Surya).
- Chant Surya mantras like “Om Suryaya Namah” to gain energy and vitality.
- Charity (Daan):
- Donating food, clothes, or money on this day is considered highly auspicious.
- Fasting and Prayers:
- Some devotees observe a partial fast and engage in Surya Namaskar.
- Temples often hold special pujas to honor Surya Dev.
- Holy Dip:
- Taking a dip in sacred rivers on Dhanu Sankranti is believed to wash away sins and enhance spiritual merit.
🔹 Benefits of Observing Dhanu Sankranti
- Brings physical health, vitality, and longevity.
- Enhances career growth, confidence, and prosperity.
- Improves mental clarity, spiritual focus, and positive energy.
- Fosters generosity and social goodwill through charity and donations.
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