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The birth of a child is one of the most beautiful, cherished, and important aspects of a couple's life. The first moments, be it their first laughter, first step, or first word, is always special. Similarly, Annaprashan or Annaprasanam is one of those first special events which hold immense value in a child's life.
Annaprashan ceremony is celebrated to commemorate the child's first meal after weaning off of their mother's milk. According to Hindu culture, tradition, and rituals, the Annaprasana function consists of giving all sorts of food items to the baby, following which the elders and the parents bless the child.
The literal meaning of Annaprasana is 'eating of cooked rice' and is usually celebrated when the child turns six months old. While it is mainly performed within the boundaries of the home, many people celebrate it in the temples too.
Although many people refer to this ceremony as the baby's rice ceremony, many different names are given to this particular function.
Across India, this particular ceremony is known by various names and is a significant aspect of a child's life.
Here are the various names of the Annaprashan ceremony:
Choroonu ceremony in Kerala
Mukhe Bhaat in Bengal
Muh Juthi ceremony in North India
Bhath Khulai in the Garhwal hills
The Annaprashan ceremony starts with the baby seated on the maternal uncle's lap. Then, the maternal uncle is supposed to feed the baby with their first solid bite.
Then, a Yagya or Havan is organised with the help of a Pandit. After the Havan, Prasad is offered to the deities and the child.
Following this, a fun ritual is followed where items such as jewellery, pens, books, clay, and food items are placed in front of the child.
Let us learn what the symbolism behind these items is:
During this unique function, you can offer customary food items such as rice, Kheer or Payasam, fish, meat, dal or sambar.
It is vital to note that you should keep in mind food items that are healthy and cooked while maintaining hygiene, or else your child can fall sick.
Kheer or Payasam is a sweet rice dish that is made during all auspicious occasions. Hence, Kheer stands for purity and divinity. Usually, the Payasam is prepared by the mother or grandmother of the child and served on a silver platter.
Annaprashan Muhurat is usually observed when the baby is five to twelve months of age. While the Annaprasana for baby girls is usually done in the odd months when the baby is in her Fifth, Seventh, Ninth, or Eleventh month, the Annaprasana for baby boys is done in the even months when the child is in his Sixth, Eighth, Tenth, or Twelfth month.
If you are looking for a list of Annaprashan Muhurat for 2023, then you're at the right place! InstaAstro's Annaprashan Muhurat 2023 list can be referred to when you're planning to celebrate the auspicious Annaprasana ceremony.
InstaAstro would like to wish you a Subho Annaprashan and here are the Annaprashan Sanskar dates for 2023:
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| January 4, 2023 | 08.00 -10:00, 12.00 - 16:00 |
| January 12, 2023 | 16:15-18:00 |
| January 23, 2023 | 08.00 -08:40, 10.30 -17:00 |
| January 26, 2023 | 08.00-11:30 |
| January 27, 2023 | 10:20-11:30, 13:30-21:50 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| February 3, 2023 | 07:50-09:40, 11:30-16:30 |
| February 10, 2023 | 09:30-14:00, 17.00 -23:00 |
| February 22, 2023 | 07:30-09:40, 11:30-17:30 |
| February 24, 2023 | 07:30-11:00, 13:30-20:00 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| March 9, 2023 | 07:30-12:20, 15.10 -21:00 |
| March 10, 2023 | 07:35-10:15 |
| March 23, 2023 | 7.00 -07:40, 09:50 -17.50 |
| March 24, 2023 | 07.00 -09:15, 12.00 -15.00 |
| March 27, 2023 | 18:25-20:10 |
| March 31, 2023 | 09:15-15:20, 18.00 -22:00 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| April 6, 2023 | 07:15-10:30 |
| April 7, 2023 | 15:15-21:40 |
| April 10, 2023 | 10:25-14:40 |
| April 24, 2023 | 11:50-20:40 |
| April 26, 2023 | 13:50-20:43 |
| April 27, 2023 | 07:45-13:40 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2023 | 07.00 -08:40, 11:15 -17:50 |
| May 12, 2023 | 06:25-08:10 |
| May 17, 2023 | 06:15-14:30, 17:10-22:50 |
| May 22, 2023 | 07:45-09:25 |
| May 24, 2023 | 07:30-11.40, 14:30-21:00 |
| May 29, 2023 | 14.00 -16:10, 18:50-22:40 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| June 1, 2023 | 16:15-18:20, 21.00 -22:30 |
| June 8, 2023 | 08:50-15:30 ,8.00-20:00 |
| June 19, 2023 | 21:40-23:10 |
| June 21, 2023 | 06.00 -10:00, 12:30-17:00 |
| June 28, 2023 | 09:50-16:30 ,9.00 -22:30 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| July 5, 2023 | 07.00 -13:40, 16:15-22:00 |
| July 7, 2023 | 09:15-15.40, 18:30-22:00 |
| July 14, 2023 | 20.00 -21:30 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2023 | 06:30-10:40, 13:15-20:15 |
| August 23, 2023 | 06:30-10:30 |
| August 28, 2023 | 20:15-23:00 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| September 1, 2023 | 16:50-21:00 |
| September 4, 2023 | 09:55-12:00 |
| September 6, 2023 | 12:25-16:00 |
| September 18, 2023 | 06:45-11:00 |
| September 21, 2023 | 15:30-17:00 |
| September 25, 2023 | 07.00-08:00 |
| September 27, 2023 | 08.00 -10:00, 13.00 -18:00 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| October 16, 2023 | 07:15-09:00, 12.00 -16:30 |
| October 23, 2023 | 19:40-21:10 |
| October 26, 2023 | 13:25-17:00, 19:30-23:10 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| November 10, 2023 | 15:30-20:00 |
| November 22, 2023 | 19:30-23:20 |
| November 24, 2023 | 21:45-23:30 |
| November 27, 2023 | 14:25-15:25 |
| November 29, 2023 | 09.00-14:00 |
| Date | Muhurat Time |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2023 | 17.00 -23:00 |
| December 7, 2023 | 08.00 -12:00, 14.00 -18:00 |
| December 15, 2023 | 11:55-17:40, 20:30-22:20 |
| December 18, 2023 | 15:55-19:50 |
| December 21, 2023 | 11:15-14:00, 15:50-22:00 |
| December 22, 2023 | 08.00 -09:15 |
| December 28, 2023 | 08.00 -12:00, 13:45-21:35 |
| December 29, 2023 | 09.00 -13:20, 15:15-21:20 |
