Popularly dubbed as the “Blood Moon,” a complete lunar eclipse is scheduled to happen on March 14, 2025, and skywatchers all over the globe are getting ready for a unique celestial spectacle. This cosmic event aligns with India’s colorful Holi festival, giving the festivities an exceptional edge. But India will not see the eclipse; hence, aficionados must follow the event via live feeds and updates.
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A lunar eclipse
A lunar eclipse results when the Earth shadows the Moon between the Sun and the Moon. Three forms—total, partial, and penumbral—can this celestial occurrence take? The Moon takes on a crimson tinge during a complete lunar eclipse when it passes into the Earth’s umbra, the most profound component of its shadow, thus the moniker “Blood Moon.”
The red hue results from sunlight’s distribution across Earth’s atmosphere. While larger wavelengths, including red and orange, highlight the Moon, shorter wavelengths, such as blue and violet, are dispersed. The strength of the red color varies with atmospheric circumstances; more dust or clouds produce a deeper red.
Timing and Visibility
Starting at 11:57 AM IST, March 14, 2025, total lunar eclipse will peak at 12:29 PM IST and end at 1:01 PM IST. Sadly, as the eclipse falls during the daytime, India cannot see it. Skywatchers in areas including the Americas, Western Europe, and the Atlantic Ocean will, nonetheless, have the chance to see this fantastic occurrence.
The eclipse will start at 10:57 PM on March 13 for people in the Eastern Daylight Time zone; it will last from 1:26 AM to 2:31 AM on March 14. March 13’s eclipse will begin at 11:26 PM in the Pacific Daylight Time zone.
Stories and Cultural Importance
Mythologies and superstitions have always accompanied lunar eclipses. Many societies believe that eating during an eclipse results in impurity and urge pregnant women to remain inside to prevent injury. Some traditions also have post-eclipse ceremonies like bathing or pouring Ganga Jal.
Astrologically, the full Moon in Virgo during this eclipse stresses accuracy, organization, and self-care ideas. It is a time for introspection, letting go of antiquated behaviors, and welcoming personal development.
A unique celestial occurrence that should enthrall skywatchers is the moon eclipse on March 14, 2025. Although it falls during Holi in India, the eclipse will not be seen there. Hence, fans will have to follow the event via live updates. For those in areas where the eclipse is visible, it is a fantastic chance to see the Moon turn into a deep crimson “Blood Moon.”
As NASA’s Dr. Renee Weber counsels, the best viewing depends on clear heavens. Whether your interest is science or curiosity about this cosmic event, the March 14 lunar eclipse is not one you should miss.
By- Bhawana
