Amavasya 2025: A Day of Reflection and Renewal

Amavasya, also known as New Moon Day, occurs when the Moon is not visible from Earth. It marks the lunar phase when the Sun and the Moon are aligned in the same zodiac sign, resulting in no reflected sunlight on the Moon. It holds immense significance in Hinduism, Vedic Astrology, and spirituality, symbolizing introspection, new beginnings, and spiritual cleansing.

Amavasya tithi comes every month, thus there are a total of 12 Amavasya in a year. From a religious point of view, Amavasya Tithi has its importance. Amavasya Tithi is often shown to increase the influence of black negative powers. 

Amavasya is not only a date that increases positive powers. Because Amavasya Tithi is the junction date of Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha. On the day of Amvasya, the Moon sets completely and is not visible. Therefore, the power of the moon weakens on this day. 

It is said that the power of ancestors and the influence of the souls living in Pitra lok increases. Therefore, the worship of ancestors on Amavasya Tithi has also been mentioned in the scriptures.

Amavasya Date and Time in 2025:

• Magha Amavasya: 29th January 2025, (start 7:35 pm January 28th, ends 6:06 pm  January 29.
• Falgun Amavasya: 27th February 2025, (starts 8:54 am February 27th, ends 6:14 February 28th).
• Chaitra Amavasya: 29th March 2025, (starts 7:55 pm March 28th, ends 4:27 pm March 29)
• Vaisakha Amavasya: 27th April 2025, (starts 4:49 am April 27, ends 1:00 am April 28th.)
• Jyestha Amavasya: 27th May 2025, (starts 12:11 pm May 26th, ends 8:31 am May 27th).
• Ashadh Amavasya: 25th June 2025, (starts 6:59 pm June 24, ends 4:00 pm June 25).
• Shravan Amavasya: 24th July 2025, (Start 2:28 am July 24, ends 12:40 am July 25)
• Bhadrapada Amavasya: 23rd August 2025, (starts 11:55 am, ends 11:35 am August 23).
• Ashwin Amavasya: 21st September 2025, (starts 12:16 am September 21, ends 1:23 am September 22)
• Kartik Amavasya: 21st October 2025, (starts 3:44 pm October 20, ends 5:54 pm October 21).
• Marashirsha Amavasya: 20th November 2025, (starts 9:43 am November 19, ends 12:16 pm November 20).
• Pushya Amavasya: 19th December 2025, (starts 4:59 am December 19, ends 7:12 am December 20).

There are 12 Amavasyas in a year and according to the day, when Amavasya falls on Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, its importance increases a lot.

• Somvati Amavasya: When Amavasya falls on Monday, it is called Somvati Amavasya. Worshiping Lord Shiva and reading the story of Somvati Amavasya brings happiness and good fortune.

• Bhaum Amavasya: Similarly, when Amavasya falls on Tuesday, it is called Bhaumvati and Bhaum Amavasya. Because Bhaum means Mars. Worshiping Lord Shiva and Hanumanji on this day removes Pitra Dosh and also ends the inauspicious effect of Mars.

• Shani Amavasya:  When Amavasya Tithi falls on Saturday, it is called Shanishchri Amavasya and by watering the Peepal tree and worshiping Shani Maharaj on this day, Shani Dosh is removed and one also gets relief from Pitra dosha. Therefore, Amavasya has special importance in these three days. Apart from this Amavasya coming in different months also has its own importance.

• Sawan Amavasya: The Amavasya that comes in the month of Sawan is called Hariyali Amavasya. Planting trees on this Amavasya has special importance. This uplifts the clan and the ancestors are pleased. In many parts of the country, this Amavasya is also called Darsh Amavasya. And on this day, lamps are lit in the name of ancestors.

• Sarvapitri Amavasya of Ashwin Month: The Amavasya that comes in the month of Aswin is called Sarvapitra Amavasya. PItra Paksha ends on this Amavasya. It is believed that the ancestors who are not offered shraddha during the entire year and during Pitre Paksha must be performed on this day, otherwise, the ancestors get angry and curse, and many obstacles come in life. On this day, all the ancestors who came to earth during Pitra Paksha return to their Pitrlok.

• Kartik Month Amavasya: The festival of Diwali is celebrated on the day of Amavasya in Kartik month. According to beliefs, this is the black Amavasya among all Amavasyas. Worshiping Goddess Lakshmi and Maa Kali on this day leads to the attainment of all success. Therefore, Deepotsav is celebrated on this night and goddess Lakshmi and Maa Kali are worshipped. The worship of Nishith Kaal on the night of this Amavasya has special significance.

• Mauni Amavasya: The Amavasya that comes in the month of Magh is called Mauni Amavasya. From a religious point of view, this Amavasya has great significance. On this Amavasya, it is considered best to bathe in silence before sunrise in the morning. By bathing silently on this day, worshipping Lord Shiva, and donating, one gets infinite times more virtue, and man gets a place in the best world due to virtue.

Significance of Amavasya:

• Spiritual importance: Ideal for meditation, introspection, and connecting with the inner self. Associated with ancestors (Pitar) and used to perform PItra Tarpan and Shraddha rituals to appease departed souls.

• Astrological relevance: Amavasya is associated with Rahu and Ketu’s shadow effects. Its energy can amplify spiritual growth but may also bring emotional turbulence if misaligned with planetary influences. 

• Religious practices: People observe fasts and perform charity to cleanse their karma. Many worship Lord Shiva, Goddess Kali, or ancestors for blessings and protection.

Effects of Amavasya:

1. Positive effects:

• Ideal for new beginnings, letting go of past burdens and spiritual growth.
• Helps rejuvenate emotional and mental energies.
• Strengthens intuition and meditation.

• Negative effects:

• Amplifies emotional imbalances like fear, anxiety, or anger.
• May affect health and decision-making if not harnessed correctly.
• Can intensify the effects of malefic planets in one’s horoscope.

Remedies for Amavasya:

1. Pitra Dosha remedies: perform PItra Tarpan and Shraddha rituals to seek blessings from ancestors. Donate food, clothes, or money to the needy in their memory.
2. Spiritual practices: meditate during Amavasya night to release negative thoughts and energy. Chant mantras like: “Om Namo Bhagvate Vasudevaye
3. Lighting Diyas: light a diya with mustard oil or ghee in a dark corner to dispel negativity.
4. Charity and donation: Donate items like black sesame seeds, mustard oil, rice, and blankets to reduce malefic planetary effects.
5. Fasting: observe a fast self-purification and align with divine energies. Break the fast with simple food after sunset.
6. Water offering to ancestors: perform Jal Tarpan by offering water with black sesame seeds and chanting mantras for departed souls.

General dos and don’ts on Amavasya:

Do’s:

• Perform cleansing rituals like bathing in rivers or sprinkling Ganga Jal.
• Stay calm and introspective to avoid unnecessary conflicts.
• Engage in acts of kindness and prayer.

Don’ts:

• Avoid starting new projects or making significant decisions.
• Refrain from negative thoughts, fights, or consumption of intoxicants.
• Avoid sleeping during the day, as it is considered inauspicious.

Conclusion:

Amavasya is an important day in the Hindu calendar. It falls on the last date of every month, Krishna Paksha. Amavasya, when utilized positively, can serve as a powerful day for spiritual cleansing, gratitude, and ancestral blessings. On Amavasya, you should worship your ancestors, donate to the needy, take a bath in some holy river, and perform havan and fire rituals.