The month of Kartik is considered very sacred in Sanatan Dharma. This month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the protector of the world, and Mother Tulsi. In this month, Lord Vishnu awakens from Yog Nidra. Devuthani Ekadashi is celebrated on this auspicious occasion. The next day i.e. on the Dwadashi date of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month, Tulsi Vivah is celebrated. For this, Lord Vishnu and Tulsi Mata are worshipped in the month of Kartik. There is a law of bathing in the Ganges in this month. Along with this, Deepdaan is done. On this auspicious occasion, a large number of devotees take a dip of faith in Brahma Muhurta on the banks of the river Ganges every day. After this, worship Lord Vishnu. Religious opinion is that bathing in the Ganges in the month of Kartik (Kartik 2024) gives infallible results. Along with this, one gets freedom from the sins committed knowingly or unknowingly. But do you know why Ganga bath is taken in the month of Kartik and what is its importance?

Why is Kartik month special?

It is contained in the Sanatan scriptures that Lord Vishnu, the savior of the world, goes to rest in Kshirsagar from Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Ashadh month. After resting continuously for four months, Lord Vishnu awakens on Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. During this time, Lord Vishnu remains in Yog Nidra for four months in Kshirsagar. No auspicious work is done during Chaturmas. At the same time, auspicious works are done after Lord Vishnu awakens on Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. Many major fasts and festivals are celebrated in this month including Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj and Chhath Puja. For this, Ganga bath is taken in the month of Kartik. Along with this, Deepdaan is done.

When to take bath?

According to religious experts, during the month of Kartik, bathe and meditate in the Ganga river every day during the Brahma Muhurta. If this is not possible, bathe with water mixed with Ganga water. After this, offer water to the Sun God. Women should offer water to Tulsi every day (except Sunday) after bathing and meditating. Also, do the aarti of Tulsi Mata in the evening . Apart from this, do the remedies related to Tulsi.