Ratha Saptami 2023: Celebrated on January 28th, Shubh Muhurat for Pujan and Vidhi-Upay to Worship Lord Surya
The Hindu festival of Ratha Saptami will be celebrated on January 28th, 2023. This day marks the seventh day of the Sun's journey in the northern hemisphere, and is considered an auspicious day for worshiping Lord Surya, the Sun God.
As per the Hindu calendar, the Shubh Muhurat for the Puja is from 06:08 am to 12:20 pm. During this time, devotees will perform the Puja Vidhi, which includes offering prayers and making offerings to Lord Surya.
According to the Hindu mythology, Lord Surya is considered as the god of energy, vitality, and health. On this day, devotees also observe fasts and perform Upay to seek blessings and protection from the Sun God.
To mark the occasion, devotees will also take out a procession of seven chariots, representing the seven days of the week, and the seven horses, representing the seven colors of the spectrum, in honor of Lord Surya.
Overall, Ratha Saptami is an important day in the Hindu calendar, celebrated with much devotion and fervor.