Chandra Grahan 2023: A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. Two lunar eclipses and two solar eclipses are expected to occur in 2023. One solar eclipse and one lunar eclipse have already occurred, with the remaining two expected later in the year. On October 29, the second lunar eclipse will take place. According to Drik Panchang, this lunar eclipse will begin at 1:06 am on October 29 and conclude at 2:22 am. During a lunar eclipse, the Moon appears to become darker and may acquire a ruddy or orange hue. This occurs because a portion of the Earth’s atmosphere refracts or bends sunlight around the Earth and onto the Moon, imparting a ruddy hue.
Lunar Eclipse 2023: Timing, Sutak Period
Lunar Eclipse Starts – 01:06 AM
Lunar Eclipse Ends – 02:22 AM
Local Eclipse Duration – 01 Hour 16 Mins 16 Secs
Sutak Begins – 2:52 PM, October 28
Sutak Ends – 02:22 AM, , October 29
Sutak for Kids, Old, and Sick Begins – 8:52 PM, October 28
Sutak for Kids, Old, and Sick Ends – 2:22 AM, October 29
(Source: Drik Panchang)
Three Types Of Lunar Eclipses During Chandra Grahan 2023
There are three varieties of lunar eclipses: Total lunar eclipse, partial lunar eclipse, and penumbral lunar eclipse. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely passes through the umbra or black shadow of the Earth. A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon travels through the Earth’s penumbra or outer shadow. The second lunar eclipse of 2023 will be a partial eclipse visible in Australia, the Eastern United States, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Chandra Grahan 2023: Beliefs In Hinduism
In astrology, Rahu and Ketu are typically considered malevolent planets. It is believed that Rahu’s greatest adversaries are the Sun and the Moon, which he swallows periodically, causing solar and lunar eclipses. In Hinduism, an eclipse is regarded as an unlucky occurrence because it is believed that the Sun and Moon spirits suffer during an eclipse. Several precautions are recommended during eclipses and the Sutak period.
On May 5, 2023, the first lunar eclipse of the year occurred. The fact that it passed through Earth’s penumbral shadow, which varied slightly and dimmed the northern portion of the moon’s disk, made this event particularly special.
