Govats Dwadashi is an important festival in Hinduism dedicated to the worship of cows. On this day, cows are considered a form of Goddess Lakshmi, and worshipping them brings prosperity and happiness. Govatsa Dwadashi is celebrated the day before Dhanteras. 12th day of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Hindu month of Magha. It is also known as Govardhan Puja or Gokulashtami. However, certain things should be avoided on this day.
Date and Puja Time
Govatsa Dwadashi on Monday, October 28, 2024
Govatsa Dwadashi 2024 Muhurta
- Pradoshkala Govatsa Dwadashi Muhurat – 05:39 PM to 08:13 PM
- Duration – 02 Hours 34 Mins
- Dwadashi Tithi Begins – 07:50 AM on Oct 28, 2024
- Dwadashi Tithi Ends – 10:31 AM on Oct 29, 2024
What to do on Govatsa Dwadashi:
- Wash the cows and put a garland of flowers around their necks.
- Give grass/hay, fodder, and fruits to cows.
- Light lamps and incense in front of the cows.
- Worship the cows and seek their blessings.
- Sing bhajans and listen to stories about cows.
Govatsa Dwadashi is the festival that teaches us to cow as well. It is the day when taking care of and serving cows in all respects gives alot of religious merit.
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What are the 5 things to avoid doing on Govatsa Dwadashi Day?
Hurting cows: In the country, hurting a cow is considered to be one of the greatest sins that you do and so is Govats Dwadashi. It is alleged that on this day, we should not kill or beat any cow forcefully, We must properly do feed them. Cows are to be taken care of and loved.
Non-veg food: Eating non-vegetarian on Govats Dwadashi is strictly forbidden. The cow is a mother and it is considered a sin to eat meat on this day in the name of giving status.
Impure food: Pure and satvik food should be eaten on Govats Dwadashi. Impure food such as meat and fish eggs/meat are not allowed.
Lying: Lying is prohibited on Govats Dwadashi. One should speak the truth on this day and maintain harmony with others.
Getting angry: Getting angry and quarreling with someone is prohibited on Govats Dwadashi. One should keep the mind calm on this day and be compassionate towards others.
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