Weather and festivals are deeply related to India. In this episode, Nautapa or Suryapitamah Navami, which is starting from 25 May. This day is considered especially for the worship of Sun God, because at this time the effect of heat is the most extreme. In such a situation, it is important that we please the Sun God so that the intensity of the heat can be reduced and the health also remains fine.
What is Nautapa?
Nautapa literally means ‘new heat’ means ‘new heat’. This time comes every year on the Shukla Paksha Navami Tithi of Jyeshtha month, which is starting from 25 May this time. It is believed that on this day the Sun God maximizes its influence, which makes the weather feel intense heat. This is the reason why worshiping Sun God on this day has special significance.
Peak of summer
From May 25, the heat across the country reaches its peak. The temperature during Nautapa occurs at the highest level, which can increase physical and mental exhaustion. For this reason, the sun god is traditionally worshiped on this day so that the outbreak of heat can be reduced by his grace.
How to please Sun God?
According to the pundits, some special methods should be adopted to please the Sun God on the day of Nautapa:
Surya Namaskar: Start the day with Surya Namaskar. It not only gives energy to the body, but also pleases the Sun God.
Cow ghee lamp: Light a lamp of ghee in the temple or house of Sun God. The lamp of ghee is a symbol of the rays of the sun.
Water offering: Offer clean water to the Sun God in the morning. It is called ‘Arghya’ and it pleases the Sun.
Chanting of Gayatri Mantra: Chant and chant Gayatri Mantra. This mantra is dedicated to the energy of Sun God.
Offer of sesame and jaggery: Offering sesame and jaggery to the Sun God is considered auspicious. These objects help protect against heat.
Wear white clothes: Wearing white clothes on the day of Nautapa is auspicious, which is a symbol of coolness.
Message of pundits
Pandits say that worshiping the Sun God on this Nautapa can not only reduce the intensity of heat, but also brings energy and healthy life in the body. Along with this, happiness and peace remains in life by the grace of Sun God.