Annaprashan, also known as Mukhe Bhaat or Rice Ceremony, is a significant Hindu ritual where a child is introduced to solid foods for the first time.
This auspicious ceremony holds immense cultural and religious importance, symbolizing the beginning of the child's journey into the world of nourishment and growth.
In 2024, families eagerly seek auspicious dates and times, known as "Annaprashan Muhurat," to perform this sacred ceremony. Let's explore the significance, rituals, and auspicious timing of Annaprashan Muhurat for 2024.
Understanding Annaprashan:
Annaprashan is derived from Sanskrit words "Anna" (food) and "Prashan" (to feed). It signifies the transition of the child from a diet of only breast milk or formula to solid foods, marking an important developmental milestone in their life.
The ceremony is typically performed when the child is around six months old, although the timing may vary based on cultural and family traditions.
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in January 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 03 January, Wednesday |
07:14 AM to 10:17 AM
11:45 AM to 04:41 PM 06:55 PM to 09:16 PM |
| 12 January, Friday |
06:20 PM to 10:57 PM
|
| 15 January, Monday |
07:46 AM to 09:30 AM
|
| 17 January, Wednesday |
07:46 AM to 12:15 PM
01:50 PM to 08:21 PM |
| 25 January, Thursday |
01:19 AM to 07:49 PM
|
| 31st January, Wednesday |
07:41 AM to 08:27 AM
09:55 AM to 12:55 PM |
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in February 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 02 February, Wednesday |
07:40 AM to 09:47 AM
11:12 AM to 04:57 PM |
| 08 February, Thursday |
07:56 AM to 12 24 PM
|
| 12th February, Monday |
04:18 PM to 06:38 PM
|
| 14 February, Tuesday |
07:32 AM to 10:25 AM
|
| 19 February, Monday |
07:28 AM to 08:40 AM
|
| 21 February, Wednesday |
01:28 PM to 06:03 PM
08:20 PM to 10:37 PM |
| 22 February, Thursday |
07:25 AM to 09:53 AM
11:28 PM to 03:39 PM |
| 26 February, Monday |
07:21 AM to 01:28 PM
03:23 PM to 10:17 PM |
| 29 February, Thursday |
07:18 AM to 08:01 AM
09:26 AM to 03:11 PM 05:31 PM to 10:05 PM |
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in March 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 08 March, Friday |
07:29 AM to 12:25 PM
02:40 PM to 09:34 PM |
| 11 March, Monday |
12:13 PM to 04:48 PM
07:06 PM to 11:32 PM |
| 27 March, Wednesday |
07:40 AM to 01:25 PM
03:45 PM to 10:38 PM |
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in April 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 12 April, Friday |
02:42 PM to 07:16 PM
09:36 PM to 11:54 PM |
| 15 April, Monday |
06:26 AM to 12:10 PM
|
| 26 April, Friday |
07:17 AM to 01:47 PM
04:05 PM to 08:40 PM |
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in May 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 03 May, Friday |
06:49 AM to 11:00 AM
|
| 06 May, Monday |
06:38 AM to 01:08 PM
|
| 09 May, Thursday |
12:56 PM to 05:30 PM
07:49 PM to 10:08 PM |
| 10 May, Friday |
06:22 AM to 08:17 AM
10:32 AM to 05:26 PM 07:45 PM to 10:04 PM |
| 20 May, Monday |
09:25 PM to 11:29 PM
|
| 23 May, Thursday |
02:19 PM to 09:13 PM
|
| 27 May, Monday |
06:39 PM to 11:01 PM
|
| 30 May, Thursday |
06:59 AM to 09:13 AM
11:34 AM to 01:51 PM |
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in June 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 10 June, Monday |
05:44 PM to 08:02 PM
|
| 19 June, Wednesday |
09:31 PM to 09:13 PM
|
| 20 June, Thursday |
05:55 AM to 10:11 AM
|
| 24 June, Monday |
07:35 AM to 02:29 PM
|
| 26 June, Wednesday |
09:48 AM to 04:41 PM
06:59 PM to 10:45 PM |
| 28 June, Friday |
06:59 PM to 10:45 PM
|
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in July 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 03 July, Wednesday |
07:40 AM to 01:54 PM
04:13 PM to 10:18 PM |
| 12 July, Friday |
03:38 PM to 09:43 PM
|
| 15 July, Monday |
09:31 PM to 10:58 PM
|
| 22 July, Monday |
02:58 PM to 09:03 PM
|
| 25 July, Thursday |
07:09 PM to 10:19 PM
|
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in August 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 02 August, Friday |
11:56 AM to 02:15 PM
|
| 07 August, Wednesday |
09:28 PM to 10:36 PM
|
| 09 August, Friday |
06:55 AM to 11:28 AM
01:48 PM to 07:52 PM 09:20 PM to 10:45 PM |
| 12 August, Monday |
06:43 AM to 09:00 AM
|
| 14 August, Wednesday |
11:09 AM to 01:28 PM
|
| 19 August, Monday |
03:27 PM to 07:13 PM
|
| 23 August, Friday |
12:53 PM to 03:11 PM
05:15 PM to 11:25 PM |
| 28 August, Wednesday |
06:28 AM to 12:33 PM
|
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in September 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 04 September, Wednesday |
12:05 PM to 06:10 PM
07:38 PM to 10:38 PM |
| 05 September, Thursday |
07:26 AM to 09:42 AM
12:02 PM to 06:06 PM 07:34 PM to 10:34 PM |
| 05 September, Thursday |
07:22 AM to 09:38 AM.
11:58 AM to 04:20 PM |
| 16 September, Monday |
06:42 AM to 11:18 AM
01:37 PM to 03:41 PM |
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in October 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 04 October, Friday |
06:47 AM to 10:08 AM
12:26 PM to 17:40 PM 07:05 PM to 10:35 PM |
| 07 October, Monday |
02:18 PM to 06:53 PM
08:28 PM to 10:24 PM |
| 17 October, Thursday |
07:18 AM to 11:35 AM
01:39 PM to 06:14 PM |
| 21 October, Monday |
09:01 AM to 03:05 PM
04:33 PM to 11:43 PM |
| 21 October, Monday |
02:58 PM to 04:25 PM
05:50 PM to 11:35 PM |
| 30 October, Wednesday |
08:25 AM to 02:30 PM
|
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in November 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 04 November, Monday |
07:07 AM to 10:24 AM
|
| 08 November, Friday |
07:50 AM to 01:55 PM
03:22 PM to 08:18 PM |
| 11 November, Monday |
09:57 AM to 12:01 AM
|
| 13 November, Wednesday |
01:35 PM to 04:27 PM
06:03 PM to 10:13 PM |
| 14 November, Thursday |
07:26 AM to 11:49 AM
|
| 20 November, Wednesday |
11:25 AM to 04:00 PM
|
| 25 November, Monday |
07:23 AM to 12:48 PM
|
| 28 November, Thursday |
08:50 AM to 02:04 PM
03:28 PM to 09:14 PM |
| 29 November, Friday |
08:46 AM to 10:50 AM
|
Annaprashan Ceremony Muhurat in December 2024
| Date and Day |
Auspicious Timings
|
| 05 December, Thursday |
01:36 PM to 06:32 PM
08:46 PM to 11:07 PM |
| 06 December, Friday |
07:32 AM to 12:05 PM
|
| 25 December, Wednesday |
07:43 AM to 10:50 AM
|
Rituals Associated with Annaprashan: The Annaprashan ceremony is a joyous occasion filled with rituals, blessings, and celebrations. While customs may vary based on regional and family traditions, some common elements observed during Annaprashan include:
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Purification Rituals: The ceremony typically begins with purification rituals, including a ceremonial bath for the child and prayers to invoke divine blessings.
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Feeding Ceremony: The central ritual of Annaprashan involves feeding the child their first solid food, usually rice mixed with ghee or a sweet pudding. Family elders or a designated person feed the child while reciting sacred mantras.
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Offering Prayers: Various rituals and prayers are performed to seek blessings from deities and ancestors for the child's health, prosperity, and well-being. Offerings such as fruits, flowers, and sweets are made to the divine.
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Blessings and Celebration: Annaprashan is also a time for celebration and camaraderie. Family and friends gather to bless the child and congratulate the parents. A festive meal, known as "Sanskara Bhoj," is often hosted, where guests partake in delicious food and share in the joyous occasion.
Annaprashan Muhurat for 2024:
Selecting an auspicious Muhurat for Annaprashan is essential to ensure a harmonious and prosperous beginning for the child's journey into solid foods.
While specific Muhurat may vary based on astrological considerations and family preferences, here are some auspicious periods recommended for Annaprashan in 2024:
- Akshaya Tritiya: Celebrated on the third day of the bright half of the Hindu lunar month of Vaishakha, Akshaya Tritiya is considered highly auspicious for new beginnings, including Annaprashan ceremonies.
- Shravan Month: The month of Shravan, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is considered propitious for Annaprashan ceremonies. Mondays (Somvar) during Shravan are especially auspicious for performing the ritual.
- Guru Purnima: Guru Purnima, celebrated to honor spiritual and academic gurus, is another auspicious time for Annaprashan. Seeking blessings from elders and gurus during this period enhances the auspiciousness of the ceremony.
Conclusion:
As families prepare to perform the sacred ceremony of Annaprashan in 2024, selecting an auspicious Muhurat holds immense significance.
By commencing the ceremony on an auspicious note and performing the rituals with love and devotion, families invoke blessings for the child's health, happiness, and prosperity.
May the Annaprashan ceremony be a joyous celebration filled with love, blessings, and auspiciousness, marking the beginning of a blessed journey for the child.