Magh Month: Why is it Called 'Madhav'? Unveiling the Vishnu Connection
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News18•19-01-2026, 18:40
Magh Month: Why is it Called 'Madhav'? Unveiling the Vishnu Connection
- •Magh month, the eleventh month in the Hindu calendar, is also known as 'Madhav month' in religious texts.
- •Acharyas of Ujjain consider this month ideal for worshipping Lord Vishnu, as 'Madhav' is a prominent name for Vishnu.
- •According to Padma Purana, Lord Vishnu is extremely fond of Magh month and bestows special grace upon devotees.
- •The Sanskrit etymology 'Ma' (Lakshmi) and 'Dhav' (husband) signifies the period when Lakshmi's husband (Vishnu) is most pleased.
- •Astronomically, the month is named 'Magh' due to the moon's proximity to 'Magha' nakshatra on the full moon day, while spiritually it's 'Madhav' due to Vishnu devotion.
Why It Matters: Magh month is called 'Madhav' due to its deep connection with Lord Vishnu and his special grace.
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