- By Kashish Rai
- Sun, 07 Sep 2025 08:00 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Chandra Grahan September 2025: A total lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon will take place on the night of 7 September 2025, beginning around 9:58 PM IST and concluding at 1:26 AM IST on 8 September. In astrology, a Chandra Grahan or lunar eclipse is regarded as a significant celestial event with direct influence on relationships, emotional balance and overall health. This period is believed to bring intense energy shifts, making it especially powerful for meditation, mantra chanting and performing spiritual practices.
Below are the powerful mantras to recite, along with essential dos and don’ts to follow during this lunar eclipse below:
Chandra Grahan September 2025: Powerful Mantras To Chant During Total Lunar Eclipse
1. Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
“Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam, Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat.”
It is highly beneficial to chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra during the lunar eclipse for protection, good health and release from negative energies.
2. Chandra Beej Mantra
“Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandraya Namah.”
During the Chandra Grahan, chant the Chandra Beej mantra to strengthen the Moon and bring emotional peace.
3. Gayatri Mantra
“Om Bhur Bhuvah Swaha, Tat Savitur Varenyam, Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi, Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat.”
During the total lunar eclipse, chant the Gayatri mantra for purification of mind and energy.
4. Vishnu Mantra
“Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.”
Chant the Vishnu mantra during Chandra Grahan for spiritual upliftment and divine blessings.
5. Durga Mantra
“Om Dum Durgaye Namah.”
Chant the Durga mantra during the total lunar eclipse to strengthen, courage and protection from negativity.
It is highly advised to chant mantras and follow certain dos and don'ts during the Chandra Grahan to avoid potential misfortune and negativity. (Image Source: Canva)
Chandra Grahan September 2025: Dos And Don’ts Of Total Lunar Eclipse
1. Avoid Eating During Grahan: During a lunar eclipse, it is advised to avoid food, whether solid or liquid, from nine hours before the eclipse until it ends. For solar eclipses, the restriction begins twelve hours earlier. However, children, elderly people, and those who are unwell are permitted some relief, with restrictions lasting for only one prahar, or roughly three hours.
2. Precautions For Pregnant Women: It is highly suggested that pregnant women stay inside throughout the eclipse. It is believed that the negative energies from certain celestial events could harm the baby's health, possibly increasing the chance of problems. Activities like cutting or sewing fabric are also not encouraged, since these are believed to badly impact the unborn child.
3. Prohibited Activities During Chandra Grahan: Certain everyday practices are best avoided during the eclipse period. Traditional beliefs discourage oil massage, brushing teeth, combing hair, drinking water, and even engaging in sexual activity while the eclipse is underway. These restrictions are observed to minimise negative influences and to maintain purity of body and mind while the celestial event is unfolding.
4. Rituals To Follow After Chandra Grahan: Once the total lunar eclipse ends, it is recommended to discard any cooked food and prepare fresh meals. Food items like grains, cereals, and pickles, which cannot be thrown away, should be protected with tulsi leaves or kusha grass. A purifying bath should be taken, followed by charity or offerings to Brahmins, as such acts are believed to carry great spiritual merit after a Grahan.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)
