Significance of Margazhi

Tamil month Margazhi, which falls between mid-December and mid-January, is considered holy and spiritual. Dr. Venkatesh, in a discourse, narrated various reasons for the same. Swamy Vedanta Desika says in “Tatparya Chandrika” that during this month, clouds assume a motherly nature. Just as a fetus in the womb silently absorbs nourishment from the mother, the clouds during this period absorb abundant water. It is a sign of prosperity, foretelling copious rainfall in the year ahead ( Varsha Garbha Dhanatvat ). This is called “ Garbhottam ” in Tamil. Margazhi is not merely a month. It is a divine invitation to awakening, surrender, and spiritual elevation. The cool climate, calm mornings, serene atmosphere, and physical discipline and mental purity naturally support devotional practice. Scriptures affirm that spiritual practices performed in Margazhi grant divine grace and ultimately moksha. The sacred Tiruppavai, sung by Andal is observed exclusively in Margazhi. These verses encapsulate vedanta, bhakti and surrender, making the month spiritually complete. Lord Krishna Himself declares in the Bhagavad Gita “ Maasanaam Maargasirshoham “ (chapter 10 - verse 35) - “among months, I am Margazhi”. Margazhi is marked by early morning worship and is associated with “Brahma Muhurtha” - the most auspicious time for prayers and devotion when sattva guna predominates. Celestials in Srivaikunta also observe worship during this time. According to the Agama sastras, the month of Margazhi occupies the foremost position in the order of months. Lord Kesava presides over and rules this month. The entire month of Margazhi is dedicated exclusively to worship. All worldly and celebratory functions, such as marriage, house-warming, and other domestic functions, are traditionally avoided to ensure that the mind and time of devotees remain wholly dedicated to pujas and worship. This month is exclusively dedicated to reciting the “Tamil Vedas” ( Naalayira Divya Prabhandam sung by the Azhwars). Published - December 23, 2025 04:50 am IST

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