- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:29 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Sankashti Chaturthi July 2025: Sankatahara Chaturthi is a revered Hindu observance honouring Lord Ganesha, the beloved remover of obstacles and god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. Devotees eagerly observe this sacred day on the fourth day of the waning moon each month, seeking divine guidance and solace. The term 'Sankatahara' or ‘Sankashti’ aptly translates to remover of difficulties, reflecting the day's purpose: to invoke Lord Ganesha's benevolence and overcome life's challenges. The upcoming Sankashti Chaturthi in Sawan month falls on 14th July 2025. This will be termed as Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat.
Sankashti Chaturthi July 2025: Date And Moonrise Time
- Sankashti Chaturthi July 2025 Date: 14th July 2025, Monday
- Chaturthi Tithi Begins: 01:02 AM, 14th July 2025
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 11:59 PM, 14th July 2025
- Sankashti Chaturthi July 2025 Moonrise Time: 09:55 PM
Sankashti Chaturthi July 2025: Significance
Sankashti Chaturthi is a sacred Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the revered remover of obstacles. This auspicious day offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth, self-reflection, and divine guidance. By fasting from sunrise to moonrise and offering prayers, devotees seek Lord Ganesha's intervention to overcome personal, professional, and spiritual challenges. This occasion encourages introspection, allowing individuals to examine their thoughts, actions, and goals. Lord Ganesha's blessings can provide clarity, wisdom, and direction in times of uncertainty. By observing Sankashti Chaturthi, devotees can navigate life's challenges with greater ease, wisdom and spiritual clarity, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
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Sankashti Chaturthi is a significant fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha, observed on the fourth day of Krishna Paksha during every Hindu lunar month. (Image Source: Canva)
Sankashti Chaturthi July 2025: Rituals
On Sankashti Chaturthi, devotees observe a sacred fast from sunrise to moonrise, abstaining from food and water. This ritual is believed to purify the mind and body, allowing individuals to focus on spiritual growth and self-reflection. By controlling their physical desires, devotees seek to strengthen their connection with Lord Ganesha and overcome life's challenges. The fast is a means to discipline the senses and cultivate inner peace, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of oneself and the divine.
Devotees perform puja to Lord Ganesha, offering prayers, flowers and Modak. This ritual is an expression of devotion and gratitude, seeking the Lord's blessings and guidance. By reciting sacred mantras and performing aarti, individuals create a spiritual atmosphere, inviting Lord Ganesha's presence into their lives.
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After moonrise, devotees break their fast, often with a simple sattvic meal or traditional sweets. This marks the culmination of the ritual, and individuals seek Lord Ganesha's blessings and gratitude. By observing the fast and performing puja, devotees believe they can overcome obstacles and achieve spiritual growth.
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