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Karthika Masam 2024 Start Date And End Date: Karthika Masam is one of the most sacred months for Hindus, starting this year from November 2, 2024. This holy month holds spiritual significance, as it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is marked by various rituals, fasts, and prayers.
Why is Karthika Masam Important?
It is important because during this month Hindus are devoted to Lord Shiva and observe pujas, vrats, and rituals to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings. During this month, Devotees fast every Monday, and at the end of the day, they break their fast and pray for spiritual and material well-being. Devotees should bathe at Brahmamuhurtam and light diyas around the bath as an act of devotion, along with worshipping the Amla tree which is beloved by Goddess Lakshmi.
Karthik Masam 2024 Puja Vrat Vidhis
Rudrabhishekam
Devotees visit Shiva temples, perform Abhishekam, and offer Bilva leaves to the Shivalinga.
Deeparadhana
Diyas are lit in temples and homes, and some float lamps on ponds or rivers on Kartika Poornima.
Fasting and Diet
Devotees must not consume meat, onions, and garlic, dedicating the month to spiritual activities.
| Date | Auspicious Vrat |
| 2nd November | Karthika Masam Begins |
| 3rd November | Yamadwitiya – Bhagini Hasta Meal |
| 4th November | First Karthika Monday |
| 5th November | Nagula Chavithi |
| 6th November | Nagapanchami |
| 11th November | Second Karthika Monday |
| 12th November | Matatraya Ekadashi |
| 13th November | Clearabdi Dwadashi Deepam |
| 15th November | Kartika Poornima – Jwalathoranam |
| 18th November | Third Karthika Monday |
| 19th November | Sankatahara Chaturthi |
| 25th November | Fourth Karthika Monday |
| 26th November | Kartika Multi Ekadashi |
| 29th November | Karthika Shivratri |
| 1St December | Kartika Amavasya |
Kartika Masam Auspicious Dates
Kartika Poornima (November 15) A day for grand celebrations, lighting 365-wick diyas, and bathing in the holy river.
Amla Worship
Devotees must light diyas under Amla trees, seeking Goddess Lakshmi’s blessings.
Deeparadhana
Diyas should be lit even in the evening puja to wash away past sins and invite divine blessings.
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