Mithun Sankranti is a sacred Hindu festival that signifies a powerful cosmic and spiritual shift. As the Sun transitions into Mithun Rashi, devotees honor this occasion by invoking Lord Vishnu, Surya Dev, and Goddess Bhudevi, seeking blessings of clarity, protection, and renewal.
This festival is deeply connected to the legend of Lord Vishnu's Varah Avatar, who rescued Mother Earth from the clutches of darkness. According to Puranic lore, the demon Hiranyaksha disrupted cosmic harmony by hurling Bhudevi into the ocean, plunging her into chaos and imbalance.
Lord Vishnu incarnated as Varah, a gigantic wild boar, to restore balance. After a fierce thousand-year battle, Varah defeated Hiranyaksha, lifted Bhudevi from the depths, and restored her to her former glory. This legend symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the restoration of cosmic harmony.
Mithun Sankranti also represents a spiritual awakening, personal transformation, and the merging of opposites. As the Sun enters Gemini, ruled by Mercury, it inspires intellectual growth, adaptability, and inner harmony. The tale of Varah Avatar resonates today, urging us to rise from inner chaos, seek clarity, and honor the sacred feminine.
In modern times, this story serves as a reminder to protect our planet. Devotees observe Mithun Sankranti through prayers at temples like Shri Varah Swamy Temple in Tirupati, acts of charity for the Earth, and rituals like Surya Namaskar to honor the Sun's transition.
This Mithun Sankranti, let the legend of Varah Avatar inspire hope and renewal. Embrace the celestial shift as a catalyst for personal transformation, balance, and purpose.
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