{"id":96636,"date":"2025-10-13T18:59:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T13:29:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/?p=96636"},"modified":"2025-10-21T21:07:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T15:37:45","slug":"soorasamharam-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/soorasamharam-festival\/","title":{"rendered":"Soorasamharam 2025: The Skanda Shasti Puja Annual Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Soorasamharam 2025 is the grand conclusion of the Skanda Sashti festival, celebrated with great devotion in Tamil Nadu and across South India. Read ahead to know all the details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>2025 Soorasamharam Time And Date<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">The Skanda Sashti fasting (viratham) begins on October 22nd, concluding with Soorasamharam on the sixth day. So, note the 2025 Soorasamharam time and date below.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Soora Samharam Date: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monday, October 27, 2025<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Kanda Sashti Tithi Begins:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 6:04 on Oct 27, 2025<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Kanda Sashti Tithi Ends:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 07:59 on Oct 28, 2025<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.app.link\/dV9EUvg5Zub\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-83692\" src=\"https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/13105318\/FREE-Kundli-1-1-300x103.jpg\" alt=\"free kundli online by InstaAstro\" width=\"789\" height=\"271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/13105318\/FREE-Kundli-1-1-300x103.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/13105318\/FREE-Kundli-1-1-150x51.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/13105318\/FREE-Kundli-1-1.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><\/a><\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>What is Soorasamharam?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Soorasamharam 2025 is a ritual held on the last day of the six-day Skanda Sashti in October. This Kanda Sashti marks the day when Lord Murugan defeated the demon Surapadman using his divine spear, the Vel. Hence, the word <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Soorasamharam literally means the &#8220;killing of the demon army&#8221;, signifying its importance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Also Read: <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/mandala-pooja-vratham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mandala Pooja 2025 Date And Rituals At Sabarimala Temple<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong>Significance of Soorasamharam<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">The festival signifies the restoration of dharma (righteousness) and the defeat of evil forces. During the auspicious Karthika Masam, Soorasamharam Puja involves fasting, puja and grand celebrations at Thiruchendur Murugan Temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Atrologically, the Vel or Spear that Lord Murgan uses symbolise his association with planet Mars. So, worshipping Lord Murugan on Soorasamharam eliminates the negative influence of Mars. It helps you get rid of illusions (Maya) and negative thoughts.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong>The Thiruchendur Murugan Temple<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">The Thiruchendur Murugan Temple is the heart of the Soorasamharam festival. Legend states this seaside location is the actual spot where Lord Murugan defeated the demon Surapadman with his divine spear (Vel).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">In the temple, this victory of good over evil is re-enacted annually on the seashore on the sixth day of the Skanda Sashti festival. Hence, it draws millions of devotees every year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Also,\u00a0<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/panchang\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check puja timings from today\u2019s panchang<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>SooraSamharam Puja Vidhinam (Rituals)<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">To perform the Puja and Vratam for Subramanya Shasti in 2025, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>1. Preparation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Wake up early in the morning, ideally before sunrise. Then, take a purifying bath and wear clean, traditional clothes on Subrahmanya Sashti 2025 day.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>2. Altar Setup<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Place images or idols of Lord Ganesha and Subrahmanya (Murugan) on a clean platform. Some people also include Lord Subrahmanya\u2019s spear (Vel).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>3. 2025 Subrahmanya Sashti Vratam (Fasting):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Observe a strict fast on the day. Some perform a complete fast without food or water. Others consume fruits, milk, coconut water or a single meal in the evening after the puja.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>4. Begin with Ganapati Puja:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Then, invite Lord Ganesha for the removal of obstacles with a lamp, incense, and prayers, circling seven times around the idol.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>5. Invite Lord Murugan:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Next, welcome and worship Lord Murugan with flowers and garlands. Then, chant the Subrahmanya Mantra or the powerful mantra &#8220;Om Saravana Bhava&#8221; 108 times.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>6. Abhishekam: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform the abhishekam (ritualistic bath) to the idol with panchamritam, rose water, and water. Offer the flowers and prasadam. Then, perform aarti with a camphor flame.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>7. Vrat Katha: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read or listen to the <\/span><b>Skanda Sashti Vrat Katha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to understand the significance of the day after the abhishekam. If possible, visit a nearby Murugan temple.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>8. Breaking the Fast: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, break the fast after the Maha Evening Puja of the Soorasamharam 2025. Distribute prasad among the family. Some also break the fast the next morning after Thirukalyanam ( the wedding ritual of Lord Murgan and Maa Devasana).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Soorasamharam Story: The Triumph of the Vel<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The epic Soorasamharam story (<\/span><b>Skanda Sashti Vrat Katha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) marks the victorious conclusion of the six-day Skanda Sashti festival, celebrated in the auspicious Karthika Masam. So, the story is as follows.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">The powerful Asura King Surapadman and his brothers terrorised the universe after receiving a non-defeatable boon from Lord Shiva. They drove the Devas (lords) away from heaven.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">To destroy the Asuras (demons), Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati created their son, Lord Murugan (Kartikeya or Skanda). He was born with six faces (Arumugan) to absorb the knowledge of the six directions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Next, Goddess Parvati gifted Murugan the sacred Vel (spear), which represents supreme wisdom (Gnana Shakti), to lead the army of Devas.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Lord Murugan took a fierce six-day war against the Asuras, fulfilling the purpose of his birth. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">The final defeat, known as Soorasamharam, occurred on the sixth day\u2014the day of Kanda Sashti.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">When defeated, Surapadman attempted to escape the Vel by transforming into a massive mango tree in the ocean.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Lord Murugan, using his divine Vel, split the tree into two pieces. Instead of destroying him, Lord Murugan transformed the two halves of the demon into eternal devotees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One half became the <\/span><b>Peacock<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Vahana or mount). And the other half became the <\/span><b>Rooster<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Seval on his battle flag).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The fast observed during the 2025 Soorasamharam time is a personal journey for the devotee to achieve the same spiritual victory over their inner demons.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Benefits of Soorasamharam Puja And Fasting<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Devotees strictly follow the rituals of Kanda Sashti every month, as it offers the following benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Childbearing: <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Worshipping Lord Kartikeya and fasting on his name blesses those seeking a child or planning for a baby.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>To Eliminate Long-Standing Obstacles:<\/strong> The Soorasamharam 2025 rituals can also be followed to remove challenges and get rid of tough times in health, career or relationships.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18.6667px;\">A Peaceful Life: <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 18.6667px;\">People seeking a peaceful married life and a life away from chaos, practice Soorasamharam Puja and fast every year. Some also schedule weddings in the morning, the conclusion of this Puja.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Protection from enemies:<\/strong> This Karthika Masam festival is said to protect from enemies and also bring courage to our souls.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The spirit of Soorasamharam 2025 is a powerful reminder that the light of the soul (Lord Murugan) will always defeat the darkness of the ego (Surapadman). Henceforth, this Kanda Sashti in the auspicious Karthika Masam, take the opportunity to let go of your inner demons <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for a prosperous and successful life.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"custom-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"> <div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">1. What is the main benefit of the Kanda Sashti fast?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">Devotees believe that observing the Kanda Sashti fast offers courage, wisdom, protection from enemies (internal and external), and a peaceful life. It is also especially beneficial for those seeking blessings for children and overcoming long-standing obstacles.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">2. When does the Soorasamharam 2025 fast conclude?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The main fasting for Soorasamharam 2025 is typically concluded after the main event of the demon&#8217;s defeat on the evening of Monday, October 27, 2025. Many followers break the Viratham only on the morning of Thirukalyanam (October 28) after a final Puja.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">3. What should I chant during the six days of Skanda Sashti?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The most highly recommended chant is the Kanda Sashti Kavacham (recited multiple times a day). Other powerful chants include the six-letter mantra &#8220;Om Saravanabhava&#8221; and the reading of the Skanda Purana or Kanda Puranam.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">4. Is Karthika Masam the only time Skanda Sashti is celebrated?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">No. Sashti Tithi is observed every lunar month. But, the one that concludes in Soorasamharam in October\/November (Tamil month of Aippasi \/ Hindu Karthika Masam) is considered the most significant and Maha Skanda Sashti.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">5. What is Thirukalyanam and why is it celebrated after Soorasamharam?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">Thirukalyanam is the divine wedding ceremony of Lord Murugan with Goddess Devasena (daughter of Indra). It is celebrated the day after Soorasamharam to signify the return of peace, prosperity, and joy to the universe following the victory over Surapadman.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">6. What is the astrological significance of the &#039;Vel&#039; (Spear) that Lord Murugan used for Soorasamharam?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The Vel is a symbol of ultimate Gnana Shakti (Wisdom) and signifies Lord Murugan&#8217;s link to the planet Mars (Mangal). Worshipping the Vel during 2025 Soorasamharam helps boost your courage, cut through illusions (Maya), and oppose the negative effects of Mars.<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Also Read: <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/diwali-wealth-remedies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2025 Diwali Remedies: Attract Wealth &amp; Prosperity into Your Life<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>For interesting Astrological Facts and Videos, follow us on\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/instaastrosocial\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>and read your\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instaastro.com\/horoscope\/today-horoscope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">daily horoscope<\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Soorasamharam 2025 is the grand conclusion of the Skanda Sashti&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":72,"featured_media":96655,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[886,648,3427,40],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-96636","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-astrology-2","8":"category-calendar","9":"category-english","10":"category-festivals"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.9 (Yoast SEO v23.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Soorasamharam 2025: The Skanda Shasti Puja Annual Celebration<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Soorasamharam 2025 is the grand conclusion of the Skanda Sashti festival, celebrated in Tamil Nadu and across South India. 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