Know Solar Eclipse 2020 details, and Sutak Period time in this article. Solar Eclipse is regarded as an astrological as well as astronomical phenomenon incurred within the Universe. There is a total of two Solar Eclipse occuring in 2020. Let us know their dates, time duration, the areas they will be visible, and rules and precautions to follow during this event. Also, know when will the Sutak Period begins, and remedies to ward away malefic effects of this eclipse. Read the useful details as follow the rituals for a fruitful outcome.
हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए, यहां क्लिक करें : सूर्य ग्रहण 2020
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| Date | Type | Duration | Visibility | Sutak Period |
| 21 June | Annular Solar Eclipse | From 09:15:58 to 15:04:01 | India, Southeast Europe, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Africa and North America and major parts of South America | Will be observed |
| 14-15 December | Full Solar Eclipse | From 19:03:55 to 00:23:03 | Southern part of Africa, most of South America, the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic and Indian Ocean, and Antarctica | Will not be observed |
From astrological point of view, let’s know more about these dates and effect of Solar Eclipse 2020 on the lives of natives on this date:
As Solar Eclipse 2020 explains that in astronomy, when the Moon moves in its orbital path and gets posited between the Earth and the Sun, hereby engulfing its shadow on the Earth, the phenomenon of Solar Eclipse occurs. In this scenario, the Moon covers the Earth’s surface fully or partially when in alignment with the Earth and the Sun. This is also known as Surya Grahan 2020 in Hindi. Vedic Astrology suggests the natives to remain cautious of this event, as negative energies become active and offer adverse outcomes. Three types of Solar Eclipse occurs:
The Sun, in Vedic Astrology, represents one’s soul, mind and father. It is the elementary source of life. This planet rules over the zodiac sign Leo and East direction and represents the gemstone Ruby. it remains debilitated in Libra and exalted in Aries. A positive Sun in one’s kundli or birth chart signifies royalty, power, authority and fame, whereas an inflicted Sun increases aggression, ego and negativity in a native. With the placement of Rahu or Ketu with Sun in one’s kundli, Solar Eclipse occurs. Hence, the native suffers from unfavourable outcomes due to the influence of Rahu or Ketu.
Solar Eclipse 2020 is a celestial occurrence where the Moon aligns between the Sun and the Earth. From the Earth’s point of view, it is stated that the Moon has covered the Sun with its shape, hereby obstructing the Sun rays from entering the Earth. As per Vedic Astrology, Rahu and Ketu were formed after Swarbhanu had his head and torso apart by Lord Vishnu. After the event of Samudra Manthan, the Immortal Nectar of Life or Amrit was retained, which was taken by the Demons. On the request of the Devtas, Lord Vishnu took the Avatar of Mohini and took away the nectar. Swarbhanu saw the opportunity and disguised himself to have the nectar. After Sun or Lord Surya and Moon or Lord Chandra identified him, Lord Vishnu killed him, therefore separating his head from his torso using his Sudarshan Chakra.
This lead to the birth of Rahu aka Swarbhanu’s torso and Ketu aka Swarbhanu’s torso. Let us inform you that these two planets aren’t counted as one of the Navagrahas but shadow planets, and are believed to curse the Moon and Sun by creating a shadow on them, hereby forming an eclipse.
Sutak Kaal 2020 is known as an inauspicious time period before the eclipse, when starting several auspicious or fruitful tasks is prohibited. This period begins hours before an eclipse; 12 hours before the Solar Eclipse and 9 hours before the Lunar Eclipse, and ends with taking a fresh bath after the eclipse ends. It must be noted that Sutak rules don't apply on small children, elderly people, and sick natives. In the year 2020, the first Solar Eclipse taking place on 21 June will be visible in India. Therefore, the Sutak Period will be observed by the natives.
The first Solar Eclipse 2020, which is an Annular Solar Eclipse, will occur on 21 June, Sunday. The eclipse duration begins from 09:15:58 to 15:04:01, and will be visible in India, Southeast Europe, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Africa and North America and major parts of South America. As this eclipse is visible in India, hence the Sutak period will be observed by the natives. Below mentioned is the duration of the Sutak Period:
| Sutak Begins | 21:15:58 on 20 June |
| Sutak Ends |
15:04:01 on 21 June |
It is suggested not to watch Solar Eclipse 2020 with naked eyes, as it is believed that the Sun emits bright as well as harmful rays such as UV rays during the eclipse, which can harm the naked eyes. Hence, it is recommended not to watch the eclipse with naked eyes. However, one can watch a Total Solar Eclipse, as during this phenomenon, the Moon completely covers the Sun, hereby obstructing its rays from falling on the Earth. However, you must avoid its partial phases at all costs. Adding to it, use protective glasses or any other indirect method to see the Solar Eclipse.