Dhanurmasa - month of sagittarius- is the darkest month of the year. It starts in mid December & ends with Sankranti (Pongal) usually on 14 January. Just like "Shravana" is the month of prosperity and contentment, Dhanurmasa is the month of inertia, lethargy and negativity. Laziness, accidents, low mood, misunderstandings & unnecessary conflicts are commonplace during this month. Energy is inherently low during this month. This is also called the Shunya Masa or the Zero month - a month when no major decisions are taken, no new initiatives are started. Plants and animals hibernate at this time. It also includes the longest night in Dec 21.
Bheeshma in Mahabharata even postponed his death until the month was over. Usually people wake up before sunrise and do regular Poojas. An effective way to stay away from the negativity is to keep up with Sadhana. Maintain Silence. Shravan is the month dedicated to Shiva, while Dhanurmasa is dedicated to Vishnu or Narayana - the God of Prana. Vishnu Sahasranama was given by Bheeshma to Yudhistira during this period.
This month also marks the end of Dakshinayana and the imminent arrival of Uttarayana. Dakshinayana which signifies earth moving away from the sun is the negative phase and is very conducive to Sadhana. Uttarayana is the positive phase as the earth moves closer to the sun. This is the time to reap the fruits of the Sadhana
Chanting "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" is recommended during Dhanurmasa
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