Lunar Eclipse 2020: Chandra Grahan and Kartik Purnima Date, now, why do people fast on this day?

The last lunar eclipse of the year is ready for November 30, 2020, Monday. The lunar eclipse, also known as Chandra Grahan, will coincide with one of the largest Hindu festivals Kartik Purnima. The lunar eclipse that falls in November 2020 would be penumbra, it would be visible from most of Europe, Asia, Australia, North America, South America, Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, if the sky is clear, sky watchers in India could don’t be lucky this time.

(Read also: When Is Kartik Purnima 2020? Data, Time, Rituals, Vrat Significance Of Kartik Purnima)

Time Of Chandra Grahan 2020 on Kartik Purnima | Lunar Eclipse of November 2020 Hours:

In India, the lunar eclipse will start at 13:02:22 and end at 17:23:22. The peak of the eclipse is estimated at around 3:12:53 PM according to timeanddate.com. The lunar eclipse would not be visible in India, as it will occur below the horizon. All lunar eclipses that occurred in 2020 were penumbra. When the earth’s shadow falls on the surface of the moon, during the eclipse, it is known as a penumbral lunar eclipse.

Why do people fast on this day?

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Eclipses have caused great amazement among people since time immemorial. As we know now, celestial bodies are always in motion, but a long time ago, when there were not many sources of light known, people depended on these celestial bodies and planned their day accordingly; so when these bodies got darker due to their movements, it was seen as an aberration. People blocked their movements and also gave up food for the duration of the lunar eclipse. It was believed that all food could be contaminated during this phase due to the absence of light. Not just India, many tribes around the world have had their own set of rituals associated with the eclipse. Scientists in recent times have dispelled all of these theories and encourage people to carry on their regular activities over time. However, watching the eclipse with naked eyes is not recommended. Many people feel anxious during the time, it is a good idea for them to meditate, according to Yoga experts.

Along with the sky watchers, many more people are looking forward to Monday, as Kartik Purnima and Guru Nanak Jayanti also fall on the same day.

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