Bhadrapada Amavasya is something special. It is in this month that the Amavasya occurs in the Zodiac sign Leo. Being the 5th Zodiac sign of the Natural Zodiac and also for the reason that it is owned by the Pitru Karaka “Sun” observing fast or performing rituals on this Amavasya offers quick relief from long pending troubles.
Once in a year, the union of the Sun and the Moon takes place in the sign Leo. This Amavasya both the Sun and the Moon are in the star PurvaPhalguni ruled by Venus. The star lord Venus is well placed in its own sign Libra along with Jupiter. Mars aspects the Sun and Moon present in the sign Leo. Mercury is present along with the combination of the Sun and Moon. The Amavasya falling on a Sunday is considered powerful to offer solutions to long pending problems. The Star PurvaPhalguni indicates contracts or Union. Worshipping Goddess Mahalakshmi on this day or donating water or sweet porridge on this Amavasya ensures Prosperity and Peace in family. It also means the Children in your home would prosper in all their endeavors without obstacles. They would find the right balance in their life.
Mantra to be Chanted
Sidhi Budhi Prade Devi
Bukthi Mukthi Pradhaayinee
Mantra Moorthe Sadaa Devi
Maha Lakshmi Namosthuthe
Meaning of the Mantra
Things to do