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Viratham dates in 2018 | Hindu month Fasting dates in 2018 Year

Fasting days in 2018| Monthly Fasting Viratham dates 2018

Fasting days Calendar | Hindu Fasting Viratham dates



Fasting dates in January month | January Viratham dates

AmavasaiJanuary16
PournamiJanuary1 & 31
Sankatahara ChaturthiJanuary5
SashtiJanuary23
ThiruvonamJanuary18
EkadashiJanuary12 & 27
PradoshamJanuary14 & 29
ShivratriJanuary15
KarthigaiJanuary26

Fasting dates in February month | February Viratham dates

AmavasaiFebruary15
PournamiFebruary
Sankatahara ChaturthiFebruary3
SashtiFebruary21
ThiruvonamFebruary14
EkadashiFebruary11 & 26
PradoshamFebruary13 & 27
ShivratriFebruary13
KarthigaiFebruary22

Fasting dates in March month | March Viratham dates

AmavasaiMarch17
PournamiMarch1 & 31
Sankatahara ChaturthiMarch5
SashtiMarch23
ThiruvonamMarch13
EkadashiMarch13 & 27
PradoshamMarch14 & 29
ShivratriMarch15
KarthigaiMarch22


Fasting dates in April month | April Viratham dates

AmavasaiApril15
PournamiApril29
Sankatahara ChaturthiApril3
SashtiApril21
ThiruvonamApril10
EkadashiApril12 & 26
PradoshamApril13 & 27
ShivratriApril14
KarthigaiApril18

Fasting dates in May month | May Viratham dates

AmavasaiMay15
PournamiMay29
Sankatahara ChaturthiMay3
SashtiMay20
ThiruvonamMay7
EkadashiMay11 & 25
PradoshamMay13 & 27
ShivratriMay13
KarthigaiMay15

Fasting dates in June month | June Viratham dates

AmavasaiJune13
PournamiJune27
Sankatahara ChaturthiJune2
SashtiJune19
ThiruvonamJune3
EkadashiJune10 & 24
PradoshamJune11 & 25
ShivratriJune12
KarthigaiJune12


Fasting dates in July month | July Viratham dates

AmavasaiJuly12
PournamiJuly27
Sankatahara ChaturthiJuly1 & 31
SashtiJuly18
ThiruvonamJuly1
EkadashiJuly9 & 23
PradoshamJuly10 & 25
ShivratriJuly11
KarthigaiJuly9

Fasting dates in August month | August Viratham dates

AmavasaiAugust11
PournamiAugust26
Sankatahara ChaturthiAugust30
SashtiAugust16
ThiruvonamAugust24
EkadashiAugust7 & 22
PradoshamAugust9 & 23
ShivratriAugust9
KarthigaiAugust5

Fasting dates in September month | September Viratham dates

AmavasaiSeptember9
PournamiSeptember24
Sankatahara ChaturthiSeptember28
SashtiSeptember15
ThiruvonamSeptember21
EkadashiSeptember6 & 20
PradoshamSeptember7 & 22
ShivratriSeptember8
KarthigaiSeptember2 & 29


Fasting dates in October month | October Viratham dates

AmavasaiOctober8
PournamiOctober24
Sankatahara ChaturthiOctober27
SashtiOctober14
ThiruvonamOctober18
EkadashiOctober5 & 20
PradoshamOctober6 & 22
ShivratriOctober7
KarthigaiOctober26

Fasting dates in November month | November Viratham dates

AmavasaiNovember7
PournamiNovember22
Sankatahara ChaturthiNovember26
SashtiNovember13
ThiruvonamNovember14
EkadashiNovember3 & 19
PradoshamNovember5 & 20
ShivratriNovember5
KarthigaiNovember23

Fasting dates in December month | December Viratham dates

AmavasaiDecember6
PournamiDecember22
Sankatahara ChaturthiDecember25
SashtiDecember13
ThiruvonamDecember11
EkadashiDecember3 & 18
PradoshamDecember4 & 20
ShivratriDecember5
KarthigaiDecember20


Fasting dates for Other Years , Click below

Fasting - Types of Viratham

Hindu fasts can vary in their strictness. Some fasts involve abstaining from specific foods or ingredients, while others may require complete fasting, where individuals refrain from consuming any food or water for a certain period.

Fasting - Spiritual Benefits

Fasting is viewed as a means of self-purification and spiritual growth. It allows individuals to control their desires, practice self-discipline, and focus on their inner spiritual journey.

Fasting - Prayer and Meditation

Fasting often involves spending more time in prayer, meditation, and reading religious texts. It is an opportunity for introspection and connecting with the divine.

Fasting - Charity

Many Hindus combine fasting with acts of charity. They may offer food, clothing, or donations to the less fortunate as a way of sharing their blessings.

Fasting - Health Benefits

Some fasts have health benefits, as they provide a break to the digestive system and allow the body to detoxify. Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, recognizes certain fasting practices for their health benefits.

Fasting - Fasting Rules

The rules and customs of fasting can vary among different sects and regions in Hinduism. For example, some fasts require individuals to abstain from grains, while others involve fruit or liquid diets. Fasting rules are often specific to the occasion and deity being worshiped.

Fasting - Breaking the Fast

The fast is traditionally broken with specific foods or offerings that are considered pure and satvic (promoting purity and clarity). Fasting can end at the designated auspicious time or with a special ceremony.

Fasting - Personal Choice

Fasting is a personal choice, and individuals decide how and when to observe it. While some fast regularly, others may do so occasionally or during specific life events.

Respect and Tolerance

Hindus generally respect one another's fasting practices, even if they differ. The religion promotes tolerance and acceptance of diverse beliefs and practices.

Fasting is an integral part of Hindu culture and spirituality, and it is embraced as a way to strengthen one's connection with the divine, cultivate self-control, and attain spiritual growth. It is a practice deeply rooted in tradition and continues to be a significant aspect of Hindu religious life.