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Festivals

Danmark (UTC+1)

Date

20th November 2026to24th November 2026

Bhishma Panchak

Bhishma Panchak
Tithi:
Shukla Dashami upto 2:46 AM
Shukla Ekadashi upto 2:01 AM +1
Nakshatra:
Purva Bhadrapada upto 2:27 AM
Uttara Bhadrapada upto 2:21 AM +1
Vasara:Friday

About

Bhishma Panchak, also known as Vishnu Panchak, is a five-day fasting period observed in the month of Kartika. It commemorates the time when Bhishma Pitamaha lay on the bed of arrows and imparted his final teachings.

Significance:

Observing this fast is believed to bring immense spiritual merit and liberation. Devotees dedicate these five days to the worship of Lord Krishna and Bhishma.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Fasting: Devotees observe a strict fast for five days, consuming only water, milk, or fruits. 2. Arghya: Offering Arghya to Bhishma Pitamaha every day. 3. Puja: Daily worship of Lord Vishnu and lighting of ghee lamps. 4. Conclusion: The fast is broken on Kartika Purnima.