What is meant by Shasti?
Since the Vedic era, Hindus have celebrated Shasti. According to the conventional Hindu calendar, it is observed on the sixth day of every month and signifies the conclusion of Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight). The goddess Durga is said to have graced this day with her heavenly presence, and people who mark this holy occasion are thought to be trouble-free. Prayers and offerings to Goddess Durga are frequently made during Shasti rites as a way to express appreciation for her protection from danger.
Shasti Viradham: What is it?
Hindus celebrate Shasti Viradham on the sixth day of the lunar cycle of each month. The celebration’s goals include wishing oneself health and happiness and requesting protection from any negative forces or bad luck in life. For this important occasion, people typically dress in new attire and assemble with friends and family to exchange gifts. Additionally, some households opt to do traditional pujas, which include a number of rituals such as the offering of flowers, fruits, and incense sticks to gods.
What is meant by Kiruthigai?
An ancient Indian festival known as Kiruthigai was held on the full moon day of the Tamil month of Karthikai. Lord Shiva is honoured on this first full moon night following Deepavali. Hindus honour Lord Murugan, who is thought to be an avatar of Lord Shiva, on this day. People make floral gifts and light lamps at the entrances to their homes when they enter temples dedicated to their deities or chant mantras in their honour.
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Krithigai January 2023
January Karthigai Date |
3.1.2023 |
30.1.2023 |
January Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Markazhi 19 |
Thai 16 |
Sashti January 2023
January Sashti Date |
12.1.2023 |
13.1.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
1.34 PM |
2.22 PM |
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Sashti Viratham January 2023
January Sashti Viratham Date |
26.1.2023 |
27.1.2023 |
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3.23 PM |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 February
Murugan Festival 2023 February Calendar |
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Krithigai February 2023
February Karthigai Date |
26.2.2023 |
February Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Maasi 14 |
Sashti February 2023
February Sashti Date |
11.2.2023 |
12.2.2023 |
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Sashti Viratham February 2023
February Sashti Viratham Date |
25.2.2023 |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 March
Murugan Festival 2023 March Calendar |
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Krithigai March 2023
March Karthigai Date |
25.3.2023 |
March Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Panguni 11 |
Sashti March 2023
March Sashti Date |
12.3.2023 |
13.3.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham March 2023
March Sashti Viratham Date |
26.3.2023 |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 April
Murugan Festival 2023 April Calendar |
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Krithigai April 2023
April Karthigai Date |
22.4.2023 |
April Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Chithirai 09 |
Sashti April 2023
April Sashti Date |
11.4.2023 |
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Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham April 2023
April Sashti Viratham Date |
25.4.2023 |
26.4.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 May
Murugan Festival 2023 May Calendar |
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Krithigai May 2023
May Karthigai Date |
19.5.2023 |
May Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Vaikasi 05 |
Sashti May 2023
May Sashti Date |
10.5.2023 |
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Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham May 2023
May Sashti Viratham Date |
25.5.2023 |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 June
Murugan Festival 2023 June Calendar |
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Krithigai June 2023
June Karthigai Date |
15.6.2023 |
June Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Vaikasi 32 |
Sashti June 2023
June Sashti Date |
8.6.2023 |
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Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham June 2023
June Sashti Viratham Date |
23.6.2023 |
24.6.2023 |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 July
Murugan Festival 2023 July Calendar |
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Krithigai July 2023
July Karthigai Date |
13.7.2023 |
July Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Aani 28 |
Sashti July 2023
July Sashti Date |
8.7.2023 |
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Sashti Viratham July 2023
July Sashti Viratham Date |
23.7.2023 |
24.7.2023 |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 August
Murugan Festival 2023 August Calendar |
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Krithigai August 2023
August Karthigai Date |
9.8.2023 |
August Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
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Sashti August 2023
August Sashti Date |
6.8.2023 |
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Sashti Viratham August 2023
August Sashti Viratham Date |
21.8.2023 |
22.8.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 September
Murugan Festival 2023 September Calendar |
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Krithigai September 2023
September Karthigai Date |
5.9.2023 |
September Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Aavani 19 |
Sashti September 2023
September Sashti Date |
4.9.2023 |
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Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham September 2023
September Sashti Viratham Date |
20.9.2023 |
21.9.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 October
Murugan Festival 2023 October Calendar |
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Krithigai October 2023
October Karthigai Date |
3.10.2023 |
30.10.2023 |
October Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Puratasi 16 |
Aippasi 13 |
Sashti October 2023
October Sashti Date |
4.10.2023 |
5.10.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham October 2023
October Sashti Viratham Date |
19.10.2023 |
20.10.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 November
Murugan Festival 2023 November Calendar |
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Krithigai November 2023
November Karthigai Date |
26.11.2023 |
November Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
Karthigai 10 |
Sashti November 2023
November Sashti Date |
3.11.2023 |
4.11.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham November 2023
November Sashti Viratham Date |
18.11.2023 |
19.11.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Skanda Shasti in 2023 December
Murugan Festival 2023 December Calendar |
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Krithigai December 2023
December Karthigai Date |
24.12.2023 |
December Karthigai Day |
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Karthigai Tamil Date |
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Sashti December 2023
December Sashti Date |
2.12.2023 |
3.12.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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Sashti Viratham December 2023
December Sashti Viratham Date |
17.12.2023 |
18.12.2023 |
Starting & Ending Time |
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