BhaktiLoopAshadha Month (General Significance)
Sacred MonthInvalid DateNot a public holiday, but significant religious period
The fourth month in the Hindu calendar, Ashadha marks the onset of the monsoon season. It is a period for heightened spiritual practices, devotion, and charity, and is considered auspicious for seeking blessings, particularly from Lord Vishnu. It also marks the beginning of Chaturmas, a four-month period when many auspicious ceremonies like weddings are avoided.
Event Information
- Alternative Names
- Ashadam Masam
- Duration
- Approximately 29-30 days
- Day of Week
- Thursday (Start) - Thursday (End)
Hindu Calendar Details
- Hindu Month
- Ashadha
- Paksha
- Both Shukla and Krishna Paksha
- Tithi
- Varies throughout the month
Associated Deities
Lord VishnuGoddess LakshmiParvatiGuru
Key Rituals & Practices
- Daily Poojas and Offerings
- Fasting (especially on Ekadashi, Purnima, Pradosh)
- Temple Visits (especially to Vishnu and Goddess temples)
- Reciting sacred texts like Lalitha Sahasranamam, Soundarya Lahari, Vishnu Sahasranama
- Water offerings (Jala Dhanam)
- Charity and donations (food, clothing, water)
- Engaging in spiritual discourses (satsangs)