Magha/Mauni Amavasya Somvati Amavasya Bheemana Amavasya Bhado Amavasya Aati Amavasya

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Magha/Mauni Amavasya 

As per the Hindu Calendar , Mauni Amavasya falls on the 15th day of the Magha month. It is usually celebrated in the month of February. The word Mauni is derived from the word 'Muni', which literally means, a person who practices silence. Indians believe that during the period of Magha or Mauni Amavasya, it is good to perform Shraddha or Tarpan of the forefathers. Also, people believe that Pinda Daan or Pitr Tarpan helps in getting the blessings of forefathers.

Somvati Amavasya

It is believed that if a woman keeps fast on Somvati Amavasya, she can safeguard herself from the bad effect of widowhood, and this would also ensure progeny. Somvati Amavasya is also considered sacred to perform Pitra Puja.

The importance of Somvati Amavasya was narrated by Bhishma Pitamaha in the epic of Mahabharata. It is said that one can bring peace to the ancestors by taking a holy dip on this auspicious day in the sacred river Ganga. Peepal tree is also considered sacred, according to the Indian traditions. It is also believed that on the day of Somvati Amavasya, all women tie a thread around the tree for 108 times. Parikrama (revolving) is performed around the tree for 108 times; and sandal paste, milk, vermillion as well as flowers are offered. All the devotees gather under Peepal tree and chant Mantras to pleasing the 

Bheemana Amavasya 

On Bheemana Amavasya, married women pray for a happy and prosperous life of their husbands and unmarried women pray for seeking a good virtuous husband. This Amavasya is mainly celebrated in South India like in some parts of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. It is observed in the month of Ashadha.

On this day, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are worshiped. It is believed that Lord Shiva accepted Maa Parvati as his wife on this day.

Bhado Amavasya

Bhado Amavasya is dedicated to Narayani Bai, who became Sati on this day. Devotees visit Rani Sati Dadi Temple on this day to seek her blessings. Worshiping her on Bhado Amavasya is believed to be very fruitful.

Bhado Amavasya is also called Bhadi Mawas, which is the first day of Hindu month, Bhadrapada. It has more significance in Marwari community. On the day of Bhado Amavasya, a big fair is organised in Rajasthan, which is dedicated to the deity of the place, Rani Sati Dadi Ji. Lets know the legend associated with it.

Aati Amavasya 

Aati Amavasya is very popular in South India; it is celebrated in the Ashada month. South Indians believes that if any prayer or offerings are made on the day of Aati Amavasya, it directly reaches to their ancestors. It is also said that if someone takes bath in the monsoon rains, all the sins get washed away. Hindus also consider Aati Amavasya as the initiation of the dark days.

During Aati Amavasya, people follow the ritual of drinking decoction of the bark of a tree. As per their belief, they call it as 'spirits tree'. This tree is known as Satni Rooku in Konkani, Haale in Kannada and Palae in Tulu. The bark of this tree is taken home and then a decoction is prepared. All the members of the family drink it to get rid of toxins that are acquired by their body. The tree bark is also famous for its medicinal importance, as it helps to remove germs from the body.

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