The puja arrangements at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple have been changed for the total lunar eclipse occurring on September 7. The temple administration has announced that the temple doors will be closed 2 hours before the eclipse begins, and the timings for Aarti and puja will also be altered. Devotees have been advised to have darshan before the scheduled closing time.
Chandra Grahan 2025: In view of the total lunar eclipse occurring in the holy city of Kashi on September 7, a significant change has been made to the daily schedule of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The temple administration has informed that the temple doors will be closed approximately 2 hours before the commencement of the eclipse. Due to this decision, devotees will find a change in the timings of the evening Aarti, Shringar Bhog, and Shayan Aarti. Officer Vishwabhushan Mishra clarified that this tradition is followed based on religious texts and the beliefs associated with eclipses.
Special Changes at Kashi Vishwanath Temple During Lunar Eclipse
Major alterations have been made to the puja arrangements at Kashi Vishwanath Temple during the total lunar eclipse on September 7. The temple administration has clarified that on this day, the temple doors will be closed about 2 hours before the eclipse begins. Consequently, devotees will have to complete their darshan before the designated time.
Temple Doors to Close 2 Hours Early
According to the temple administration, the lunar eclipse will begin in Kashi from 9:57 PM and will continue until 1:27 AM. As per tradition, the temple doors will be closed approximately 2 hours before the onset of the eclipse. This means that entry to the temple will be restricted from the evening, and darshan will resume only after the eclipse concludes.
What the Official Said Regarding Sutak Period
The Chief Executive Officer of the temple, Vishwabhushan Mishra, stated that according to religious scriptures, the Sutak period begins 9 hours before a lunar eclipse and 12 hours before a solar eclipse. However, Sutak does not affect Lord Vishwanath, as he is the lord of all deities, Yakshas, Gandharvas, and Asuras. Nevertheless, to uphold tradition, the temple doors are closed 2 hours in advance.
Changes in Aarti and Puja Timings
In anticipation of the eclipse, the temple administration has also revised the timings for Aarti and puja. On this day, the Sandhya Aarti will be held from 4 PM to 5 PM, Shringar Bhog Aarti from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, and Shayan Aarti from 7 PM to 7:30 PM. Immediately after the completion of the Shayan Aarti, the temple doors will be closed and will be reopened only after the eclipse has ended.
