According to the Hindu Panchang, Panchak (Panchak in Astrology) is an unfavourable time (Mahurat) when individuals are instructed not to do certain things. Is it true that this time is bad luck, or is it simply a myth? Does Panchak have any good effects, or does it only have bad ones? Our special blog on Panchak will assist you in figuring out what this social myth is really about.
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Panchak is what?
Panchak is the name for the set of five Nakshatras. Vedic astrology says that a Zodiac has 360 ° and 27 constellations. In this way, 13 and 20 minutes add up to 800 degrees for one constellation. In Indian astrology, Panchak is the time when the Moon is in the last five constellations: Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha, Purvabhadrapada, Uttara Bhadrapada, and Revathi. In other words, or to put it more simply, the time when the Moon is in the signs of Pisces and Aquarius is called Panchak.
Is it unlucky to begin a new job on Panchak?
This is not true. A lot of astrologers don’t think that these constellations are completely bad. Few astrologers have said that these constellations are bad, which is why some special jobs aren’t done during this time. Also, it is completely incorrect to claim that people shouldn’t work throughout this time. In this amount of time, most of the work is done.
Two of such five star clusters, Dhanishtha and Shatbhisha, are called “movable constellations.” So, it’s good to travel, have fun, do business, and buy clothes and jewellery. Purvabhadrapada is a time of anger, so it’s best to deal with court cases and arguments during this time. But Uttara Bhadrapada is always there, and Shilanyaas, Yogabhyaas, and long-term plans are made under it.
People believe that the Revathi constellation is calm and gentle. So, in this constellation, you can do artistic activities. So, it’s clear that not all kinds of work are forbidden during this time. After talking to an astrologer, you can get married, do Griha Pravesh, Mundan-Sanskaar, Girah Nirmaan, and Upanayana, and do business and economic things during this time.
Is it against the rules to do Pooja or anything else religious during Panchak?
People often think that Havan-puja and Devi Visarjan should be restricted during Panchak, but this is not true. When doing good things, especially Dev-Pujan and Panchak are not taken into account. Because of this, Pooja can be done while Panchak. The Vedas don’t claim that we can’t do religious or holy things during Panchak.
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What shouldn't be done during Panchak?
During Panchak, you can’t do most of the following five things:
- During the Ghanistha constellation, you should not accumulate grass, wood, or oil. It could lead to a fire.
- South is the direction of Yam, so people shouldn’t be allowed to go there. People think it’s dangerous to go in this direction.
- During the Revathi constellation, you can’t build a rooftop.
- During Panchak, it is not allowed to build Charpoy.
- Cremation is not allowed during Panchak as it is assumed that if a corpse is burned during Panchak, five men from that community could die.
- During Panchak, it is best to do Shanthi karma before burning a dead body.
What should you do if you have to do something during Panchak that you couldn't avoid?
These days, the world is very modern. So, it might not be possible to give up certain work. But the sages have said that you can’t do certain things after studying them in depth. If the five tasks listed above need to be done throughout Panchak, then these solutions must be done first, and only then should the five tasks be started.
- If you need to buy things made of wood, you can, but don’t forget to do the Haven of Goddess Gayathri afterward. It helps you stay away from bad situations.
- If you have to travel toward the south during Panchak, give Lord Hanuman a fruit. Then you can start your trip.
- Before the terrace is built during Panchak, give sweet meat to the people working on it.
- You could indeed buy a bed during Panchak. But wait to use them after the Panchak period is over.
- The act of cremation is very important. When Panchak comes around and a funeral or cremation is in order, it is recommended that five fake corpses be prepared and burned as well.
By following the rituals for these treatments, you will be able to get rid of any side effects of Panchak.