Panchang in Gujarati and its significance

A Guajarati panchang or panchang is a Hindu calendar which follows traditional form of timekeeping in representing dates and days. The calculation of these dates and days is pre conceived in a tabulated form. A panchang calendar is published across all over India in different languages in different regions but follows the same dates and events related to Hindus. These panchang are published by established scholars and Vedic professionals who deal in astrology and astrological science.

The Gujarati panchang is similar to Hindi panchang and only differs in language. This panchang is mainly for Guajarati culture and highlights the culture and traditions of Gujarat. It outlines the main dates and days related to Guajarati people. The study of panchang involves understanding the zodiac signs of a particular person and determining the auspiciousness of a certain date in relation to a particular event.

Usage and significance of panchang

A panchang be in any language is used for same purpose that is to determine the auspiciousness of a particular date for any auspicious event. Let’s look at some of the most important use of Gujarati panchang

Festivals – every year there is a question in the minds of people that why the festivals change their date. This change is not forced by anyone rather it is through panchang which determines the falling of a festival at a certain date according to the auspiciousness of the date related to that very festival.

Muhurat – The most important purpose which a panchang fulfills is deciding about a suitable Muhurat for any particular family event which is beneficial and auspicious to the family. There are various types of auspicious works like marriage, griha pravesh, purchasing a property and purchasing a vehicle. All these events require a special Muhurat to make them highly profitable and successful. A panchang tells about a specific time which is auspicious for each event.

Fasts and special occasions – A Gujarati panchang follows special Hindu dates which are beneficial for a proper knowledge of various dates and days which are important related to Hindu mythology. The observing of ekadashi, amavasya, purnima and knowledge about various other dates is only possible with help of a panchang. This knowledge of dates helps in observing fasts and offering prayers to gods.

Panchang for horoscope –A panchang or Guajarati panchang is of importance when it comes to match making. The horoscope of both the boy and girl is matched keeping in view the birth and present planetary conditions. This matching of planetary conditions of boy and girl gives a proper estimation of suitability between the prospective bride and groom. And in case of sound and proper match making the marriage can take place.

A Gujarati panchang serves many important purposes and it is always appropriate to take the help of panchang before starting for any auspicious work. A professional Vedic expert should be hired by you to tell you about the auspicious time and proper Muhurat for a particular event. A panchang is a traditional calendar and is very important to Hindus for a proper estimation of significance of dates.