Surya Grahan 2024: How will it Impact Astrologically?
The first solar eclipse of the year will take place today, on the night of 8, 2024. The solar eclipse will start at 9.12 pm Indian Standard Time and end at 2.22 pm. The total duration of the eclipse will be 5 hours and 10 minutes. It will be night in India during this time; hence, this complete solar eclipse will not be visible in India.
Today’s eclipse is particularly special because the last total solar eclipse of this length occurred in 1970, and the next one won’t occur until 2078.
The day is Chaitra Krishna Paksha Amavasya, according to the Hindu lunisolar calendar. This total solar eclipse will not be visible from India, so it is not religiously significant. However, it will have an impact on our lives and the world from an astrological perspective.
Effect of solar eclipse on all zodiac signs
Auspicious for: The eclipse will prove to be auspicious for Gemini, Virgo, Taurus, Cancer and Leo.
Inauspicious for: People of Aries, Scorpio, Aquarius and Sagittarius need to be careful as this eclipse may give some inauspicious results.
Effects of solar eclipse on the world
The effect of this total solar eclipse will be seen all over the world. Due to this solar eclipse, there can be severe turmoil in political circles across the world. There will be ups and downs in the stock market and economy. This change is indicating war all over the world.
What precautions should you take during a solar eclipse?
According to astrologers, the influence of Rahu is more on Earth during a solar eclipse. Negative powers also become active, hence, do not go to deserted places during the eclipse. One should take a bath and donate after getting relief from the solar eclipse.
Pregnant women should take special precautions. They should avoid eating, holding sharp objects in their hands and even sleeping during this time. Avoid going out in the dark.
Eating during a solar eclipse should be avoided by all.
Why not eat food during a solar eclipse?
The sun’s rays do not reach the earth during a solar eclipse. This encourages harmful bacteria to develop everywhere, including in our food. Eating such food is harmful for health and hence it is forbidden to eat food during the eclipse. By doing this, your health may deteriorate. However, there are some food items that we cannot throw away. So, as per Vedic Hindu scriptures, you can keep tulsi leaves in those food items to prevent the growth of bacteria in them. Tulis leaves are believed to be antibacterial and do not allow the growth of bacteria in any food item. So, you can later consume those foods.
How can you protect yourself from the side effects of a solar eclipse?
The inauspicious effects of Rahu increase during a solar eclipse. In such a situation, during the eclipse period, continuously chant the mantra Om Sheetanshu, Vibhanshu Amritanshu Namah or you can also chant the Gayatri Mantra. This remedy provides relief from mental and physical troubles.
