- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 04 Dec 2025 01:51 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Paush Month 2025 is the tenth month of the Hindu calendar. It begins on the next day of Margashirsha Purnima. It is also known as the month of Poos and is considered very sacred from a religious point of view. During this period, donations or charity done for the peace of ancestors are considered especially fruitful. This month is closely associated with the Sun God, hence it is considered very sacred for worshipping Lord Surya. Worshiping the Sun during Paush month brings good fortune and health. It is believed that reciting Bhagwat Katha, Ramayana, doing naam jap and performing penance during this month brings good fortune and eradicates sins. According to religious beliefs, all kinds of auspicious works are prohibited during this period. This year, Pausha month begins on 5th December 2025.
Let us check out all the important information regarding the start and end date and the list of important dos and don’ts that must be followed during this period below:
Paush Month 2025: Start And End Date
As per the Hindu Panchang, the Paush month begins on 5th December 2025, Friday and ends on 3rd January 2025, Saturday.
Paush Month 2025: Dos And Don’ts To Follow In Paush Month
Dos For Paush Month 2025
- Offer Jal to Surya Dev from a copper vessel. The Jal must contain pure water, red sandalwood, and red flowers while chanting the mantra "Om Suryaya Namah." This destroys diseases and increases honor and respect.
- Recite the Aditya Hridaya Stotra daily during this month. This stotra is considered extremely effective in reducing life's troubles.
- Performing Shraddha, Tarpan, and donations for ancestors on Amavasya, Sankranti, Purnima, and Ekadashi is considered auspicious. This removes ancestral curses and reduces life's troubles.
- Worship Lord Vishnu throughout the month of Paush and donate to the temple. This bestows the blessings of both Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
Paush month is the last month in the Hindu Calendar. This month is particularly significant for performing spiritual deeds. (Image Source: Canva)
Don’ts For Paush Month 2025
- Marriages, house warming, or other auspicious functions are not performed during this month. Make sure to spend this month by engaging in spiritual pursuits.
- Consumption of foods like brinjal, radish, lentils, black gram, and cauliflower is considered inauspicious during this period. Consume fresh fruits, vegetables, milk, curd, and pure sattvik food during Paush month. Stay away from tamasic and heavy food items.
- Paush month is a time for spiritual chanting and meditation. Therefore, completely abstain from meat and alcohol during this period. Practice penance, chanting, and meditation during this period.
(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.)
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