The month of Kartik will begin on October 29 and will last until November 27, 2023. This month is really significant and important as emphasised in the scriptuees. It is said that during this month, the divine entities become more powerful. Performing special worship of Lord Vishnu along with the worship of Tulsi in this month is considered highly auspicious. Engaging in activities like taking a dip in the Ganges, lighting lamps, performing rituals, and giving donations during the Kartik month can dispel all kinds of troubles and hardships from a person's life.
In Kartik month, several major festivals are observed, including Diwali, Chhath Puja, Dhanteras, Tulsi Vivah, Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, and Dev Diwali. Some specific rituals performed during this month are believed to be highly rewarding. Following these rituals can lead to liberation from sins and attainment of salvation. Let's learn more about these practices.
Activities to perform in Kartik Month:
- Worship of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Yama, and Peepal tree deity hold special significance in this month. It is believed that lighting lamps before them during this month can bring liberation from difficulties and maintain peace and happiness in one's family life.
- Kartik month is considered to be a time that can liberate from sins. According to beliefs, flowing lamps in rivers during Kartik month can lead to salvation. Taking a sacred bath in holy rivers during this month is considered highly auspicious.
- Reciting the Lakshmi Stotram in Kartik month is highly recommended. It can lead to the attainment of various forms of happiness and bring prosperity and abundance in life. Those who follow these rules are said to be born in noble families through reincarnation.
- Performing the Tulsi Vivah (marriage of the holy basil plant) in Kartik month is highly auspicious. Engaging in practices related to Tulsi during this month helps resolve various marital issues.
- Offering sesame seeds (til) to Lord Vishnu is also considered highly auspicious in this month. This practice can provide liberation from sins. People who regularly offer water to Tulsi or apply Tilak with Tulsi's soil find success in all their endeavors.
- Giving food and clothing as charity according to one's ability in Kartik month ensures that there is never a shortage of food, wealth, or clothing. Therefore, it is recommended to perform acts of charity during this month.