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Surya Grahan 2026: The most important solar eclipse of the year is going to occur on 12 August 2026. There are many beliefs prevalent in the Sanatan tradition regarding the solar eclipse. Especially regarding pregnant women, it is often said that during the eclipse, they should not eat, drink water and even take medicines.
In such a situation, a question arises in the minds of many would-be mothers whether they should really give up medicine at the time of eclipse? Experts say that it is important to understand religious beliefs and medical advice separately in this matter.
While some rules are prescribed in religious traditions, in matters of health, doctor’s advice should be given priority.
Is there a rule in religious scriptures about not taking medicine?
In religious scriptures, the special importance of chanting, meditating, chanting mantras and remembering God at the time of eclipse has been mentioned. In many families, the tradition of not eating food or performing puja during the eclipse is also followed.
However, there is no clear instruction in the religious scriptures that a pregnant woman should stop taking the medicine prescribed by her doctor. This belief is mostly considered to be based on folk beliefs and family traditions.
According to astrologer Neetika Sharma, During the solar eclipse, pregnant women should first of all remain mentally calm and should not get into any kind of fear or confusion. According to religious beliefs, meditating on God, chanting mantras or reciting Aditya Hridaya Stotra at this time is considered auspicious.
However, she clarifies that if a pregnant woman is taking medicines prescribed by a doctor, then they should not be stopped just because of the eclipse. Every decision related to health should be taken as per the doctor’s advice, whereas religious rules can be followed as per one’s faith and convenience.
Should a pregnant woman take medicine during eclipse?
During pregnancy, many women have to take thyroid, blood pressure, diabetes, iron, calcium, folic acid or other important medicines regularly. Stopping them without doctor’s advice can be harmful for both the mother and the fetus. Medical experts do not advise stopping medicines due to solar eclipse.
Should one not eat food during eclipse?
According to religious beliefs, some people do not eat food during the eclipse and after the eclipse ends, they take bath and eat fresh food.
But according to medical science, there is no scientific evidence that food becomes poisonous due to eclipse or that eating it causes harm to the fetus. Especially pregnant women should avoid staying hungry for a long time.
Which religious beliefs are prevalent for pregnant women?
In many families pregnant women during eclipse
- It is advisable to chant mantras.
- One is asked to meditate on God.
- The tradition of not using sharp objects is followed.
- It is advised to rest and be in a positive environment.
These are all religious and cultural beliefs, which people adopt according to their faith.
Will Sutak be observed in India during the solar eclipse of 12th August 2026?
According to the available almanacs and astrological information, the solar eclipse of August 12, 2026 will not be visible in India. Therefore, according to many astrologers, the Sutak of this eclipse will not be valid in India and normal daily activities can be continued. However, there may be differences in different traditions.
What do doctors recommend?
According to health experts, pregnant women
- Medicines should be taken on time.
- One should drink enough water.
- One should eat balanced food.
- No medicine should be stopped without doctor’s advice.
- If there is any problem, you should immediately contact your gynecologist.
Many religious beliefs are prevalent among pregnant women regarding solar eclipse. If you want to chant mantra, meditate or worship as per your faith, it is a personal decision. But medicines, iron, calcium or other essential medicines prescribed by the doctor should not be stopped just because of eclipse. Always take any decision related to health only on the basis of medical advice.
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