Karthika Snana Arambha

Karthika Snana is a special spiritual practice where people take a sacred bath early in the morning during the month of Karthika. It starts from Ashwayuja Poornima (Full Moon in October) and goes on till Karthika Poornima (Full Moon in November).Why Do Karthika Snana?It is believed that taking a bath during this month removes sins and brings divine blessings. It helps in getting peace, purity, and spiritual strength. When to Do It?Start from the full moon day of Ashwayuja month and continue till the full moon of Karthika month. It s done early in the morning, before sunrise, when the stars are still visible. How to Do Karthika Snana?Wake up before sunrise. Say a prayer (sankalpa) with devotion. Take a bath in clean water (preferably a river or natural source, if possible).After the bath, offer water (arghya) to Lord Vishnu with a prayer. Simple Sankalpa (Intention Prayer): O Lord Vishnu, I am taking this holy bath in the month of Karthika to please You. Please remove my sins and bless me with purity. Simple Arghya (Water Offering) Prayer: Vratinah Kartike masi snatasya vidhivanmanah,Gruhanarghyam maya dattam Radhaya sahito Hare. O Lord Krishna, I offer this water to You with love and devotion, Please accept it and bless me.