Nag Panchami 2024: Date, Significance, and Rituals
Date of Nag Panchami in 2024
In 2024, Nag Panchami will be celebrated on Friday, August 9th.
Significance of Nag Panchami
Nag Panchami is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of snakes. According to the Hindu calendar, it falls on the fifth day (Panchami Tithi) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) during the month of Shravan (July-August). Snakes are considered sacred and revered in Hindu culture, and Nag Panchami is an opportunity to seek their blessings and protection.
Rituals of Nag Panchami
On Nag Panchami, devotees offer milk, flowers, and prayers to snake idols or representations. It is believed that snakes have a calming effect on the mind and protect against negative energies. Devotees also visit serpent temples or natural habitats where snakes reside to pay their respects.
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