Khagraas Chandra Grahan I Lunar Eclipse 2011 | Effects of Chandra Grahan | Chandra Grahan in December 2011
Khagraas Chandra Grahan (Lunar eclipse) will occur in India on 10th
December, 2011 which is a Saturday. The duration of the Grahan will be 3
hours and 33 minutes from 6:15 to 9:48 PM. In India, Moon will rise in
the evening between 4:30 to 5:45 p.m before the eclipse. Other than
India, Khagraas Lunar Eclipse will also be seen in Africa, Europe,
Middle-east Asia, Australia, North America, Greenland, East Canada and
Artic.
Duration of the Eclipse - According to India Time
Beginning of the Grahan : 18:15 hours
Commencement of Khagraas : 19:36 hours
Paramgraas : 20:02 hours
End of Khagraas : 20:28 hours
End of Grahan : 21:48 hours
Commencement of Chandra Malin - 17:02 hours
Commencement of Chandra Kranti Nirmal - 23:02 hours
Sutak Kal of the Grahan
Khagraas Chandra Grahan will be seen on 10th December, 2011. The sutak kal of this Grahan will commence at 09:15 in the morning.
Things that should not be done during the Grahan
Hindu scriptures have mentioned about a few things and activities
that should be or should not be performed during the Grahan. Pregnant
ladies should not use knives at all to cut vegetables and fruits. They
should avoid sex, consumption of meat and alcohol. Pregnant ladies are
also advised to stay away from stimulating products.
Things should be done during the Grahan
During the Grahan, people should worship their deity after taking a
bath and also worship Chandra dev during the Grahan while chanting
mantras. People should perform religious activities like chanting vedic
mantras etc. as per their faith. During the period of Grahan, food,
water, money, clothes, fruits etc. should be donated as per one’s
potency. It is very auspicious to take a holy bath on this day in holy
places like Prayag, Haridwar, Banaras etc.
As per the Dharmasindhu, a holy bath should be taken during the
Grahan kal followed by performing homas and worshipping God at the mid
phase of the Grahan. At the time of the Grahan Moksha, shraddh should be
performed for the pitras. A bath should be taken once the Grahan ends
completely. It is advisable to perform all these rituals in the same
procedure as mentioned above.
Effect of the Grahan on Different Zodiac Signs
Khagraas Chandra Grahan will have different effects on different
zodiac signs. Moon will be transiting in Taurus sign in Rohini and
Mrigasheera Nakshatra. People should perform homas and charity during
this period. The effects of the Grahan can be seen for the next 15 days.
The effects of the Khagraas Chandra Grahan on zodiac signs are as
follows :
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Aries
Aries people might have to face loss of money and respect. Discord
at home and loss in the pleasure of home or comfort of mother.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Taurus
For Taurus natives, Chandra Grahan falls in your own sign. This indicates loss of health, injury and physical discomfort.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Gemini
Gemini natives may have to face loss of wealth, benefits and increase
in unexpected expenses. The income will be low, but the expenses will
be high.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Cancer
Cancer natives should not get disappointed, since this Grahan indicates gain of wealth. They might experience unexpected gains.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Leo
Leo natives will be surrounded by secret worries. They should share their worries with other people to get relief from stress.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Virgo
Virgo natives are advised to be cautious, since they may have to face humiliation. They might suffer from fear of enemies.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Libra
Libra natives will attain happiness. Unexpected gains can be seen and obstacles will be removed from the path.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Scorpio
Scorpio natives will have to face troubles during the Grahan. The
effects of this Grahan may bring problems in the marital life.
Disharmony in the house and health of the spouse may be a matter of
concern.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Sagittarius
Sagittarius Natives may have to suffer from physical discomforts, resulting in disappointment.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Capricorn
Capricorn natives will have to face troubles concerning children.
Children may suffer from certain problems. They are advised to act
cautiously in every field, since they are prone to suffer from loss of
respect.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Aquarius
Aquarius natives may get all wishes fulfilled. All the hopes will be served.
Effect of Lunar Eclipse on Pisces
The Grahan will brings benefits for Pisces natives. Gain in wealth and pleasure from siblings are expected during this phase.