Complete Chandra Grahan Details – September 7-8, 2025 | HinduTone.com

The Last Total Lunar Eclipse of 2025 – A Sacred Blood Moon Experience

Eclipse Overview

Date: Sunday-Monday, September 7-8, 2025
Type: Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon)
Magnitude: 1.3638 (Deep Total Eclipse)
Special Significance: Occurs during Pitru Paksha, the sacred period for honoring ancestors

This will be the final lunar eclipse of 2025 and promises to be one of the most spectacular celestial events visible from India this year.

Complete Eclipse Timeline for India (IST)

Detailed Phase Timings:

• Penumbral Eclipse Begins: 8:42 PM IST (September 7)
• Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:58 PM IST (September 7)
• Total Eclipse Begins: 11:20 PM IST (September 7)
• Maximum Eclipse: 11:41:46 PM IST (September 7)
• Total Eclipse Ends: 12:42 AM IST (September 8)
• Partial Eclipse Ends: 2:04 AM IST (September 8)
• Penumbral Eclipse Ends: 3:20 AM IST (September 8)

Duration Details:

• Total Eclipse Duration: 1 hour and 22 minutes
• Complete Eclipse Duration: 6 hours 38 minutes (from first contact to last contact)
• Blood Moon Phase: 1 hour 22 minutes (most spectacular viewing period)

Visibility Across India

Complete Visibility:
The eclipse will be fully visible across all 36 states and union territories of India.

Major Cities Eclipse Times:

• New Delhi: Full visibility from start to finish
• Mumbai: Complete totality visible
• Kolkata: Excellent viewing conditions
• Bengaluru: Perfect visibility throughout
• Chennai: Full eclipse visible
• Hyderabad: Complete viewing opportunity

Best Viewing States: All Indian states will witness the complete eclipse, making this a truly pan-India celestial event.

Sutak Kaal (Religious Observance Period)

Sutak Timings:

• Sutak Begins: 9:58 PM IST (September 7) – When partial eclipse starts
• Sutak Ends: 3:20 AM IST (September 8) – When penumbral eclipse ends
• Total Sutak Duration: 5 hours 22 minutes

During Sutak Period – Religious Guidelines:
Avoid During Sutak:

• Eating food or drinking water
• Starting new ventures or important work
• Cooking (prepare meals beforehand)
• Religious ceremonies (except eclipse-specific rituals)
• Using sharp objects
• Sexual relations

Recommended Activities:

• Chanting mantras and prayers
• Meditation and spiritual contemplation
• Reading sacred texts
• Offering prayers to Lord Vishnu and Shiva
• Donating to charity after eclipse ends

Spiritual Significance

Pitru Paksha Connection:
This eclipse occurs during Pitru Paksha, making it exceptionally significant for ancestral worship and spiritual cleansing. The combination creates a powerful opportunity for:

• Ancestral Blessings: Performing Shraddh rituals gain enhanced merit
• Karmic Cleansing: Eclipse period amplifies spiritual purification
• Moksha Path: Ideal time for liberation-focused prayers
• Pitra Dosha Remedy: Addressing ancestral imbalances

Recommended Mantras During Eclipse:

• Om Namah Shivaya – For protection and purification
• Hare Krishna Mahamantra – For spiritual elevation
• Om Namo Narayanaya – For divine blessings
• Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra – For health and longevity

Astronomical Details

Why Blood Moon?
The moon passes through Earth’s umbra (inner shadow), creating the characteristic reddish appearance due to:

• Earth’s atmosphere filtering sunlight
• Red wavelengths reaching the Moon’s surface
• Scattered blue light creating the copper-red hue

Eclipse Characteristics:

• Umbral Magnitude: 1.3638 (Very deep total eclipse)
• Moon’s Path: Through Earth’s umbral shadow at ascending node
• Global Visibility: India, China, Australia, East Africa, Russia, Central Asia

Viewing and Photography Guide

Optimal Viewing Times:

• Best Photography Moments:
  • 11:20 PM – 12:42 AM: Blood Moon totality phase
  • 11:41 PM: Maximum eclipse – deepest red coloration
  • 10:30 PM – 1:30 AM: Most dramatic visual changes

Viewing Tips:

• No Special Equipment Needed: Safe to view with naked eyes
• Best Locations: Areas with clear eastern sky view
• Photography Settings: Long exposure for best Blood Moon shots
• Weather Consideration: Check local cloud coverage forecasts

Safety Guidelines:

• Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses are completely safe to view
• No protective eyewear required
• Binoculars or telescopes enhance the experience

Global Significance

This Total Lunar Eclipse holds special importance as:

• Last of 2025: Final major eclipse event of the year
• Deep Totality: Magnitude 1.3638 ensures spectacular color display
• Wide Visibility: Covers major populated regions
• Cultural Convergence: Multiple cultures will observe simultaneously

Post-Eclipse Rituals

After Eclipse Ends (3:20 AM):
Immediate Actions:

• Sacred Bath: Purification with Ganga Jal or clean water
• Home Cleansing: Sprinkle holy water in living spaces
• Fresh Cooking: Prepare new food (dispose of pre-eclipse food)
• Donations: Offer charity for enhanced spiritual merit
• Temple Visit: If possible, visit local temples for prayers

Next Day Observances:

• Continue Pitru Paksha rituals with enhanced devotion
• Perform Shraddh ceremonies for ancestors
• Engage in charitable activities
• Maintain spiritual momentum gained during eclipse

Next Eclipse Information

Upcoming Eclipses Visible from India:

• March 3, 2026: Total Lunar Eclipse
• February 21, 2027: Penumbral Lunar Eclipse

Final Message

Tonight’s Chandra Grahan represents a rare convergence of astronomical precision and spiritual opportunity. As this sacred eclipse unfolds during Pitru Paksha, devotees across India will witness not just a celestial spectacle, but a profound moment for ancestral connection and spiritual transformation.

Prepare your hearts and homes for this divine experience. May this Blood Moon bring peace, purification, and blessings to all who witness its magnificent glory.

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