Lunar Eclipse 2026: Why temples are closed and reopening timings

Temples close during lunar eclipses, pausing public worship and routine offerings from the Sutak period until the eclipse fully ends. This pause signifies a time for inward reflection and personal prayer, not a cessation of divine presence. After the eclipse, temples undergo cleansing rituals before reopening for darshan.

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Mar 3, 2026 - 13:09
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Lunar Eclipse 2026: Why temples are closed and reopening timings
Temples close during lunar eclipses, pausing public worship and routine offerings from the Sutak period until the eclipse fully ends. This pause signifies a time for inward reflection and personal prayer, not a cessation of divine presence. After the eclipse, temples undergo cleansing rituals before reopening for darshan.

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