Chandra Grahan 2024: The Myths Of This Eclipse

Lunar eclipses have long been surrounded by myths across various cultures. As we approach the lunar eclipse of September 2024, many of these myths resurface, despite scientific explanations.

{By Manyyaa Adlakkha, Founder Vastu Guru Manyyaa, Numerologist, Astrologer and Reiki Healer}

Chandra Grahan 2024: The year 2024 will witness its second lunar eclipse on Wednesday, September 18, coinciding with the full moon of Bhadrapada (Bhadramas Purnima). This day will also mark the first Shraddh of Pitru Paksha. Although lunar eclipses are generally considered inauspicious from a religious perspective, there are some myths relqated to the eclipse.

Myths Related To Lunar Eclipse 2024:

• One common belief during the lunar eclipse is that lunar eclipses are harbingers of bad luck or natural disasters. In ancient civilizations, the sight of the Earth’s shadow covering the moon was seen as a celestial warning. Some cultures still believe that eclipses bring misfortune, and people are advised to avoid significant activities like traveling or starting new ventures during the event.


• Another widespread myth is that lunar eclipses can harm pregnant women and unborn children. In certain cultures, it’s believed that a pregnant woman should stay indoors during an eclipse to avoid negative effects on her baby. Some also think that cutting or handling sharp objects during an eclipse could result in birth defects, although modern science has debunked these fears.


• A common misconception in India involves the idea that eating during a lunar eclipse can be harmful, as it is believed that food becomes contaminated by the eclipse's negative energy. In some households, people fast until the eclipse has passed, even though there's no scientific evidence to support these claims.


• Finally, some cultures believe that lunar eclipses symbolse cosmic struggles, such as a serpent or dragon devouring the moon. In the past, people would make loud noises or perform rituals to scare away the mythical creature and bring back the moon.


• While these myths add an air of mystery to lunar eclipses, modern science reminds us that they are natural and predictable celestial events with no harmful effects on human life.

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