Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Lunar Eclipse & Pitru Paksha: Dos and Don'ts for September 7
On September 7, there will be a long lunar eclipse, where the moon will look red.
This is also the start of a period called Pitru Paksha, when people honor their ancestors.
Because these events happen together, some people believe it's not a good day to start new things like investments or ceremonies.
It is important to stay calm, avoid arguments, and pray or meditate.
During the eclipse, you should not eat food.
Focus on doing good things and remembering your ancestors.
A total lunar eclipse is expected on the night of September 7-8, 2025.
The eclipse will last for 82 minutes.
September 7 also marks the beginning of Pitru Paksha.
Starting anything auspicious is not recommended on this day.
Meditate and pray to ancestors during the eclipse.
- Who
- People observing the Lunar Eclipse and Pitru Paksha
- What
- A total lunar eclipse coinciding with the start of Pitru Paksha, with associated dos and don'ts
- When
- September 7-8, 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to the inauspicious alignment of celestial events
- Event Date
- September 7, 2025
- Lunar Eclipse Phase
- Total
- Eclipse Duration
- 82 minutes
- Eclipse Start (Penumbral)
- 8:58 pm
- Eclipse Start (Umbral)
- 9:57 pm
- Eclipse Peak
- 11:42 pm
- Pitru Paksha Start
- September 7
Sources
Pitru Paksha 2025: Start and End Dates, Significance And Rituals For Honouring Ancestors
Pitru Paksha 2025: Dates, Rituals, Significance And Rare Eclipse Alignments
Anant Chaturdashi 2025 A Sacred Day of Faith, Devotion and Farewell to Lord Ganesha
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