Panguni Uthiram – The Sacred Day of Divine Marriage!
Panguni Uthiram is a highly significant spiritual day in Tamil tradition. It falls in the Tamil month of Panguni (March–April) when the Uthiram Nakshatra is present.
According to scriptures, several divine weddings took place on this day, including:
- The wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
- The celestial marriage of Lord Murugan with Valli and Deivanai
- The wedding of Lord Rama and Sita
Significance of Panguni Uthiram
✅ Auspicious Day for Marriage – It is believed that marriages performed on this day lead to a blessed and prosperous life.
✅ Special Worship of Lord Murugan – Devotees carry Kavadi and perform milk abhishekam at Murugan temples.
✅ Kuladeivam (Family Deity) Worship – Many people offer special prayers to their ancestral deities.
✅ Grand Celebrations in Temples – Major Murugan temples like Palani, Tiruchendur, and Thirupparangundram conduct grand festivals.
Panguni Uthiram Viratam (Fasting Rituals)
Observing a fast on this day is believed to bring immense spiritual benefits. One must first take a sacred bath and purify the mind before beginning the fast.
Fasting Procedure
✅ Take an early morning bath and chant "Om Namah Shivaya" or "Saravana Bhava".
✅ Worship Lord Murugan, Lord Shiva, Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Parvati, and Lord Vishnu.
✅ Observe a full fast or consume only fruits, milk, and curd.
✅ Perform archana, abhishekam, recite Thiruppugazh hymns, or chant Lord Murugan’s 1000 names at home or in temples.
✅ Break the fast in the evening after completing the rituals.
Benefits of Observing the Fast
✅ Removes obstacles in marriage and ensures a happy married life
✅ Blesses devotees with children
✅ Brings peace and prosperity
✅ Eliminates diseases and negativity
Panguni Uthiram 2025 Date
In 2025, Panguni Uthiram falls on March 14 (Friday).
On this sacred day, observe the fast and receive the divine blessings of Lord Murugan!
May Lord Murugan’s grace be with you always!
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