Simha Sankranti 2025: Date, Rituals, and Astrological Significance
Simha Sankranti marks the solar transition of the Sun into Simha Rashi (Leo) in the Hindu calendar.
One of the twelve monthly Sankrantis, it holds astrological, spiritual, and ritual importance, symbolizing self-empowerment, devotion, and ancestral honor.
In 2025, Simha Sankranti falls on Sunday, 17th August.
While not as grand as Makara Sankranti or Mesha Sankranti, Simha Sankranti is revered especially in South India, including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha.
Simha Sankranti 2025: Date and Time
- Festival Date: Sunday, 17th August 2025
- Sankranti Moment (Surya Sankraman): 6:41 AM (IST)
Punya Kaal (auspicious window) begins with the Sankranti moment and is ideal for pujas, donations, and spiritual observances.
Spiritual and Astrological Importance
- Sun's Transit into Leo (Simha Rashi): Enhances self-confidence, leadership qualities, and divine energy
- Surya Worship: Strengthens inner vitality and gratitude toward cosmic life force
- Pitru Karma Readiness: Begins spiritual preparations toward Mahalaya Paksha and ancestor rituals
The Simha Masa (Leo month) is ideal for:
- Worship of Surya, Lord Shiva, and Narasimha Swamy
- Engaging in spiritual sadhana, planetary remedies, and charity
Traditional Rituals on Simha Sankranti
1. Surya Puja
- Holy bath during early morning Punya Kaal
- Offering Arghya (water) to the rising Sun
- Chanting:
- Aditya Hridayam
- Gayatri Mantra
- Surya Ashtakam
2. Daan and Annadanam
- Charity performed on Sankranti day yields immense punya (merit)
- Common donations:
- Jaggery
- Rice
- Sesame seeds
- Clothes
- Cow fodder
- Food to Brahmins and the poor
3. Pitru Tarpanam and Shraddha
- Some families offer Tarpanam for ancestors
- Especially important if family tradition connects Simha Sankranti with ancestral offerings
4. Vratam (Fasting)
- Devotees observe fasts for health, peace, and inner cleansing
- Fast may be broken after Naivedyam to Surya Bhagavan
5. Temple Visits and Homams
- Special rituals at temples dedicated to Surya Narayana, Narasimha, and Shiva
- Satyanarayana Vratams and Ksheerabdi Dwadashi-related rituals may be observed in some regions
Regional Observances
Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
- Surya Arghya, recitation of Aditya Hridayam, and family pujas
- Some temples organize Surya Namaskara sessions
Odisha (Singha Sankranti)
- Coastal districts perform folk rituals and deepam offerings at temples
- Water offerings to deities are common
Tamil Nadu
- Recognized through daily Panchangam readings and household solar astrology traditions
- Observed quietly by Vedic practitioners
What to Avoid on Simha Sankranti
- Avoid egoistic behavior — Simha Rashi can heighten pride
- Refrain from tamasic foods like meat, alcohol, or heavily processed foods
- Respect elders and traditions — ignoring ancestral rituals is discouraged
Conclusion
Simha Sankranti is a day to realign with cosmic energies, cleanse pride, invoke Surya's blessings, and honor ancestors.
Even though modest compared to other Sankrantis, its spiritual power is profound, especially for inner empowerment, solar alignment, and planetary harmony.
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