Solar eclipse is not considered auspicious in India. But it is not only in our country but also in other countries solar eclipse is considered inauspicious. Many strange stories are popular about this eclipse. Let's see what they are..!
Eclipses have a lot of astrological, religious and scientific significance. Religiously, solar and lunar eclipses are considered to be due to Rahu Ketu. According to astrology, Rahu and Ketu are shadow planets. It is believed that solar and lunar eclipses are caused by these swallowing the moon and the sun.
Scientifically, when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, sunlight does not reach the Earth. This is called solar eclipse. Eclipse time is not considered auspicious according to religious beliefs. In India, however, temples are closed during eclipses. No auspicious deeds are done at this time. This is called Sutak period.
Not only in India but also in countries like America, there are many stories about the eclipse. Some consider the eclipse to mean rebirth while others consider the eclipse period as bad and do not come out of the house. Let's learn about such interesting stories related to eclipse.🌞🌕
Eclipse is a giant frog
The Navajo people of North America consider seeing an eclipse unlucky. Some say that the eclipse is like a huge frog, which tries to swallow the Lord Surya. At the same time, others see a solar eclipse as a symbol of rebirth. These two types of stories are popular.
A sign of illness
People living in Mexico consider an eclipse to be a sign of illness. Seeing this eclipse is believed to cause health problems. That's why they don't come out at this time.
Brazilians stay at home
Some communities in Brazil believe that eclipses are associated with evil forces. The belief of the people there is that the wrath of evil spirits will be eclipsed. It is because of this fear that people avoid all their work and confine themselves to their homes. An eclipse is feared to bring hardship and misfortune. According to another story, praying during an eclipse and burning certain herbs is believed to ward off the effects of old age.
The Sun and the Moon clash
People in Togo and Benin in West Africa believe that an eclipse is caused by the sun and moon fighting. Because of this, they get scared and pray to Sun and Moon to resolve their differences and end their fight.
This is the belief of the Korean people
According to Korean folklore, solar eclipses occur because dogs with supernatural powers try to steal the sun. That is why many cultures traditionally break pots and pans and make loud noises during a solar eclipse. It is believed that by making such a loud noise, the demon responsible for the eclipse will get scared and run away.
The sun is angry
The belief of the Greeks seems a bit strange. They believe that the eclipse means that the sun god is angry with their king and will punish him. That is why an alternate person is appointed as the king at that time to save the king from the wrath of Lord Surya. Once the eclipse is over, the king will again hand over his duties.
