Mauni Amavasya 2026: What to Do If the Vow of Silence is Broken? Mauni Amavasya falls on Sunday, January 18th. On this day, people observe a vow of silence along with bathing and giving alms. The vow of silence is considered quite difficult because you resolve not to speak for the entire day. If even a single word slips out of your mouth by mistake, your vow of silence is broken, and this incurs a sin. One type of vow of silence lasts until you bathe; you remain silent from the moment you wake up until you have finished bathing. Even in this case, a person might accidentally speak before bathing, and their vow is broken. What to do if the vow of silence is broken on Mauni Amavasya? What is the remedy to absolve the sin?

What to do if the vow of silence is broken?
According to astrologer Chakrapani Bhatt of Kashi, there are rules for observing the vow of silence on Mauni Amavasya, which should be followed. If you intend to observe the vow of silence, decide a day in advance. Accordingly, on the morning of Mauni Amavasya, wake up, complete your daily routines, and take a bath. Do not speak until you have finished bathing. Those who take a vow of silence for the entire day should resolve that they will not speak. However, if their vow of silence is broken for any reason, they should not worry.

The purpose of the vow of silence is self-reflection, connecting the soul with God, an inward journey, and spiritual progress. Because of this, people spend a day in silence, searching for themselves. Who are they? What is the purpose of their birth, why have they received this human life? Through the vow of silence, you can analyze your career, spirituality, etc. During this time, you can chant mental mantras or the name of your chosen deity.

Remedy for Absolving the Sin
Those whose vow of silence is broken incur a sin. After breaking the vow of silence, they should especially donate black sesame seeds. In addition to sesame seeds, you can donate seven types of grains or food, clothes, fruits, etc. If the vow is broken, there might be feelings of distress or guilt, and it is important to address this as well. The easiest way to find relief from this suffering is to chant hymns and devotional songs. If you have received initiation from a guru, chant the mantra given to you by your guru. You can also chant the name of your chosen deity, or any mantra that you find appealing and that brings you peace of mind.

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