18/01/2026
Maun or silence is the upmost key towards Moksh(liberation). Mauni Amavasya(no moon) is the second Amavasya after the Solstice. It has a great impact on all Yogis or spiritual practitioners.
As any fasting has a deep impact on both body and mind, silence has an incredible effect on our brainwaves. Today it's a big celebration for Yogis to dwell into the deepest level of silence.
Bishnoism is a sect of Hinduism and it has a great importance of Amavasya. There is a fasting on all Amavasyas. Among all A Amavasya, Mauni Amavasya has its own importance which starts from no moon and could be practiced until Mahashivratri.
In this fasting there is a specific code of conduct is followed after early morning shower. There's a belief that a person should remember their Pitras (ancestors) today and should offer their gratitude to them. It's considered as the holy day for approaching the poor and to expand their spiritual growth.
A normal person should also practice Maun on this day. There are several benefits. Try it. π