Last Updated on 1 October 2024 IST | Solar eclipse or Surya Grahan is scheduled to arrive on wednesday, October 2, 2024. Solar eclipses occur when the moon passes in front of the sun and temporarily blocks its light. This solar eclipse is an annular solar eclipse, often referred to as a ‘ring of fire’ eclipse.

This type of eclipse happens when the moon comes between the sun and Earth, but it’s positioned near its farthest point from our planet. NASA explains that due to this greater distance, the moon looks smaller than the sun and doesn’t entirely obscure it. Instead, it covers only the central part of the sun, creating a ring-like appearance with the outer edges of the sun still visible.

Solar Eclipse 2024: Highlights

• Solar Eclipse is scheduled to happen on 2nd October, 2024
• It will be approximately for 6 hours.
• It will not be visible in India.
• There are certain places globally where one can witness this cosmic event.
• Explore the do’s and don’ts during a solar eclipse.
• Take the refuge of a Complete Saint to overcome all your hardships.

Solar Eclipse of 2nd October 2024 (Surya Grahan) Timing and Formation

The second solar eclipse of this year in 2024 is going to occur on 2nd October 2024. The eclipse will start at 9:13 PM (IST) on 2nd October 2024 and will end at 3:17 AM (IST) on 3rd October 2024. This eclipse will continue for almost six hours. 

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This type of eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun blocking the rays of the sun and creating a shadow on Earth’s surface. When the moon passes the sun it doesn’t completely block its rays, thus a ‘ring of fire’ gets formed around the moon looking like a ring.

Solar Eclipse of 2nd October 2024 (Surya Grahan) Visibility Details

Due to the fact that this solar eclipse is happening during the night hours as per Indian timings, this will not be visible in India. The Solar Eclipse 2024 will be visible in Chile, Argentina, South America, Peru, Fiji, the arctic, Pacific ocean.

How does a total Solar Eclipse take place?

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely covering the Sun’s disk. Individuals positioned within the central path of the Moon’s shadow as it falls on Earth will witness a total eclipse. This event causes the sky to darken, similar to twilight. If weather conditions permit, those in the path of a total solar eclipse can observe the Sun’s corona, its outer atmosphere, which is usually hidden by the Sun’s bright face. During a total solar eclipse, viewers can briefly remove their eclipse glasses (which are different from regular sunglasses) when the Moon fully covers the Sun. 

How does a partial Solar Eclipse take place?

In a partial solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, but the alignment is not perfect, resulting in only a part of the Sun being obscured, creating a crescent image. During a total or annular solar eclipse, individuals outside the area covered by the Moon’s central shadow will observe a partial solar eclipse.

How Does an Annular Solar Eclipse Take Place?

When the Moon is at or near its farthest point from Earth and passes in front of the Sun, an annular solar eclipse occurs. Because of its greater distance from Earth, the Moon appears smaller than the Sun and does not completely cover it. 

As a result, the Moon appears as a black disc on top of a larger, brighter disc, giving the impression that it is surrounded by a ring of light. Due to the curvature of the Earth’s surface, the phase of an eclipse sometimes changes from annular to total as the Moon’s shadow moves across the Earth. This phenomenon is known as Hybrid Solar Eclipse.

Do’ and Don’ts during the solar eclipse

It is believed that solar eclipse can have certain negative impacts on our lives. However, under the refuge of a Complete Saint (or Tatvdarshi Sant), these effects do not impact a devotee. However, for general public, the do’s and don’ts during a solar eclipse are briefed below:

• One should never look directly at the sun during a Solar Eclipse
• Always wear special eclipse glasses to view the sun safely.
• Use a proper protective filter or lens when using binoculars or a telescope.
• Avoid staying outdoors to minimise extended exposure to harmful effects of a solar eclipse.

What effects do these planetary positions have on human lives?

Astrologers believe that planetary positions affect people of different zodiac signs in different ways. Without the refuge of a Tatvdarshi Sant, these planetary positions and zodiac signs might affect one’s personal life as it is controlled by Satan (Kaal Brahm). Read further on how to avoid the adverse effects of these zodiac signs in our daily lives.

How to avoid the adverse effects of these zodiac signs?

By seeking the refuge of a Tatvdarshi Sant, currently Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj, Who is providing the true worship of Supreme God Kabir, one can certainly guarantee protection from all sorts of hardships. From the scripture based knowledge and method of worship, He has shown that true worship of the Supreme God can do the impossible.

Seek the refuge of Enlightened Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj

As Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj is the only one Who is imparting the true path of worship along with solution to every sort of problem, physical, mental or financial, one should delay in taking His refuge as He is the sole representative of Supreme God Kabir and the only one on Earth Who is extending His hand to save humanity by the power of true worship.

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