Panchak and its Types

According to Vedic astrology, panchak represents the union of five Nakshatras or constellations: Dhanishta, Purva Bhadrapada, Shatabhishaj, Uttar Bhadrapada, and Revati. Panchak Nakshatras are the names given to these five constellations as one group. Panchak Yoga begins when the Moon enters Aquarius and the third phase of Dhanishta commences. When moon transits through the Panchak constellations for about five days that time period is called Panchak Kaal. The actual transit would take less than 5 days. Last two quarters of Dhanistha, entire Satbhishaj, entire Purva Bhadrapada, entire Uttara Bhadrapada, entire Revati.

Panchak Kaal is not considered good to do anything auspicious, although there are some tasks that are not prohibited. This time period of panchak is considered inauspicious. It is considered to be under the influence of all five unlucky constellations, so it is harmful to do any auspicious work at the time of Panchak. During panchak Kaal Moon transits in Aquarius and Pisces zodiac signs.

Types of Panchak: There are 5 types of Panchak. These are explained below.

1. Rog Panchak

If Panchak starts on Sunday, then it is called Rog Panchak. Due to its effect, these five days are full of physical and mental problems. No auspicious work should be done in this Panchak. This Panchak is considered inauspicious for all auspicious works.

2. Raj Panchak

Panchak which starts on Monday is called Raj Panchak. Due to its effect, there is success in government work in these five days. It is also auspicious to do work related to property in Raj Panchak.

3. Agni Panchak

Panchak starting from Tuesday is called Agni Panchak. In these five days, decisions of courts and disputes, etc. can be done to get one’s rights. There is fear of fire in this Panchak. This is inauspicious. It is considered inauspicious to start any kind of construction work, tools and machinery work in this Panchak. If done they can cause harm.

4. Chor Panchak

If Panchak starts on Friday, then it is called Chor Panchak. According to astrology traveling is prohibited in this Panchak. Transactions, business, and any kind of deals should not be done in this Panchak. Doing forbidden works can result in loss of money.

5. Mrityu Panchak

Panchak starting on Saturday is called Mrityu Panchak. The name itself suggests that starting from an inauspicious day, this Panchak is as troublesome as death. No risky work should be done in these five days. Due to its ill effects , there is a danger of dispute, injury, accident, etc.

Apart from this, if Panchak starts on Wednesday and Thursday, then except for the five works mentioned below, you can do any kind of auspicious work. These five acts should not be done during Panchak.

1. Roof should not be put on the house.

2 . During this time wood should neither be collected nor bought.

3 . During this time it is also forbidden to cremate the dead body.

4 . Beds or cots should not be made or bought during the time of Panchak.

5. During this period, one should not travel towards south direction.

Birth in Panchak Yoga:

If a child is born during Panchak , the native’s life is believed to be full of problems and hurdles due to the ill effects of panchak.

1. Native can be physically handicapped if born under the influence of Panchak caused by Dhanishta constellation.

2. If born under the influence of Poorva Bhadrapada constellation native has disagreements with other family members .They have a number of issues at home.

3. Natives born under the influence of Satabhishaj constellation have many health problems throughout their lives.

4. Natives born under Panchak caused by Uttara Bhadrapada constellation lose a lot of money during life time.

5 . If a child is born in Panchak caused by Revati constellation, he or she will suffer financial losses anytime Panchak is present in the relevant constellation.

Five categories of Panchak due to these five constellations from Dhanishtha to Revati respectively are known as:

• Grampanchak
• Kulpanchak
• Rathyapanchak
• Grihapanchak
• Grambahya Panchak, respectively.

If there is a birth or death during Dhanishta constellation it is believed that there are five other births or deaths in that village or city during next 2 years.

If it occurs in Shatabhishaj constellation , it occurs in the same group of large family; if it occurs in Purva Bhadrapada constellation , it occurs in the same local area; if it occurs in Uttara Bhadrapada constellation, it occurs in the same house; and if it occurs in Revati constellation, it occurs in the next village or town.

If we consider the significance of five fatalities, we can consider that there may be disease, pain, and grief in five houses.

The eight divisions of death like ill effects are as follows: c pain, sorrow, fear, shame, disease, sadness, humiliation, and death. This does not mean that five must die; five may suffer from disease, grief, or pain.

There are some precautions which should be taken during Panchak Kaal, for safety.

As soon as the Dhanishta constellation Panchak begins. avoid collecting wood, grass, or other fuel-related items. It is thought that during Panchak, your home may catch fire, causing harm to you or your loved ones.

Due to the possibility of fire as a malefic effect of Panchak , do not build a bed during the Panchak Kaal.During the Panchak period, avoid starting any new work, business, construction, or large financial transaction.During Panchak Kaal, do not lend money or take loans.During the Revati Nakshatra period, avoid building a terrace.

It is strictly forbidden to cremate a deceased person during Panchak. Prior to cremation, it is recommended that Shanthikarma be performed.

During Panchak, avoid travelling towards south direction especially if you were born under Panchak .

Housewarming ceremonies, Upnayan Sanskar, Bhoomi Pujan, and other auspicious celebrations should be avoided.

Remedies

If somebody dies in Panchak, five effigies constructed of flour, gramme flour, or Kush (dried grass) are placed on the earth alongside the deceased, and these five are likewise burned with the same elaborate ceremonies as the deceased. This eliminates Panchak dosha.If possible, the cremation should take place in the pilgrimage site, as this results in the quickest remedy.

Perform Rudarabhishek at home after the burying and offer Pitru Tarpan.

To calm the planets and remove the malefic effects of Panchak Dosh, family members should do Nakshatra Shanti Puja and Navagraha Shanti Pooja. After that, at home, recite Maha Mrityunjay MantraIt is a religious song or prayer that is sung on only a few ... More Jaap and Havan.

If someone dies in the Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra, family members should donate a “Daana” brass pitcher filled with sesame seeds

If for some reason you have to buy wood, then immediately after the end of the Panchak period, a Havan should be performed in the name of Gayatri Mata. During this time, if the construction work of your house is going on and it is very important to put a roof on the house, then first feed the labourers with sweets and only then do this work. During this period, if it is necessary to bring a wooden bed or cot in the house, then it should be used only after the end of Panchak and if during this time you have to travel in the south direction, then start the journey only after offering fruits in the Hanuman temple.

Vedic Remedies After Fifteen days of the Panchak Death

If no Panchak remedy is used at the time of death, the following Vedic rituals should be performed after 25 days of death to remove the malefic effects of Panchak death.

When completing Vedic rituals for Panchak death, all family members should be present.

Shradh Puja or Pitru Tarpan Pooja should be performed at home. Five dolls made of Kusha grass (Durbha) and white cotton are required for this Puja. After that, a five-doll Prana Prathistapana ceremonial ceremony should be done. This rite represents giving life to the dolls.These dolls should then be buried near-sacred ponds, lakes, or rivers in sand or dirt.

If someone dies in the Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra, family members should donate a “Daana” brass pitcher filled with sesame seeds.

According to the Garuda Purana, a person’s residence shall be locked for six months if they die in Panchak Kaal, depending on the Panchak death Nakshatra.If a person dies unexpectedly, such as from hunger, an animal attack, arson, or a curse, Narayana Bali should be performed. This ceremony should be carried out within six months of death or as soon as possible following death . According to the Garuda Purana, if a person dies through suicide, snake bite, murder, electric shock, robbery, or falling from a mountain, during panchak there is no Vedic ceremony to alleviate the ravages of such a Panchak Death.