नरक चतुर्दशी Significance & Spiritual Meaning
नरक चतुर्दशी — दिवाळी पंचदिनाचो दुसरो दीस, कार्तिक कृष्ण चतुर्दशीक मनयतात. श्रीकृष्णान सत्यभामेच्या सहाय्यान नरकासुर ह्या असुराचो वध केल्ल्याची याद. कोंकणांत सकाळीं सकाळीं अभ्यंग स्नान — खोबरें तेल लावन उटून न्हाण — परंपरा. ह्या दिसा अधर्माचेर धर्माचो विजय आनी काळोखाचेर उजवाडाचो आरंभ मानतात.
नरक चतुर्दशी Mythology & Legend
The Bhagavata Purana and other texts narrate that Narakasura had become tyrannical; Krishna destroyed him and freed captives. The day is also associated with cleansing and victory of light over inner and outer darkness.
नरक चतुर्दशी 2027 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Early-morning oil bath (before sunrise) in many regions.
- Light diyas and lamps; some households perform small homa or puja.
- Prepare sweets and clean the home for Lakshmi Puja on Amavasya.
- In Maharashtra and elsewhere, bitter leaves (e.g. neem) may be consumed for health symbolism.
नरक चतुर्दशी Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya
Salutations to Vasudeva (Krishna)
नरक चतुर्दशी Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Sweets
- ●Savouries
- ●Light breakfast after abhyanga snan
नरक चतुर्दशी Regional Celebrations across India
South India(தீபாவளி முன்னோன்)
Oil bath, lamps
Maharashtra(चोटी दिवाळी)
Kali Chaudas, lamps
नरक चतुर्दशी Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Take oil bath if observing the tradition
- ✓Light lamps
- ✓Prepare for Diwali
Don'ts
- ✗Avoid skipping safety with lamps and oil
- ✗Do not quarrel on sacred days
नरक चतुर्दशी — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is नरक चतुर्दशी?
- नरक चतुर्दशी — दिवाळी पंचदिनाचो दुसरो दीस, कार्तिक कृष्ण चतुर्दशीक मनयतात.
- When is नरक चतुर्दशी 2027?
- In 2027, नरक चतुर्दशी falls on 2027 M10 28, Thu.
- What are the नरक चतुर्दशी puja rituals?
- Early-morning oil bath (before sunrise) in many regions.; Light diyas and lamps; some households perform small homa or puja.; Prepare sweets and clean the home for Lakshmi Puja on Amavasya.; In Maharashtra and elsewhere, bitter leaves (e.g. neem) may be consumed for health symbolism.
- What to eat on नरक चतुर्दशी?
- Sweets, Savouries, Light breakfast after abhyanga snan
- What should you do on नरक चतुर्दशी?
- Take oil bath if observing the tradition; Light lamps; Prepare for Diwali
- What should you avoid on नरक चतुर्दशी?
- Avoid skipping safety with lamps and oil; Do not quarrel on sacred days
- Which deity is worshipped on नरक चतुर्दशी?
- नरक चतुर्दशी is dedicated to कृष्ण, सत्यभामा.
Upcoming नरक चतुर्दशी Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
नरक चतुर्दशी is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 M11 8 | Sun | 05:36 am | — |
| 2027 M10 28 | Thu | 05:01 am | — |