- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:37 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Sankashti Chaturthi September 2024: Sankashti Chaturthi, a revered Hindu fast falls on the fourth day of the waning moon phase and is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. On this sacred day, devotees worship Ganesha to seek his blessings for success, prosperity, and guidance. Notably, Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi, occurring in the Ashwin month's Krishna Paksha is especially auspicious as it is believed to grant wisdom, good fortune, and protection from harm. By observing this fast devotees invite Lord Ganesha's positive energies, overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals, making it a powerful opportunity to connect with the divine and welcome his blessings for a fulfilling life. This year, the auspicious fast of Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi will be observed on 21st September 2024.
Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Date And Time
Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi 2024 Date: 21st September 2024, Saturday
Chaturthi Tithi Begins - 09:15 PM, 20th September 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Ends - 06:13 PM, 21st September 2024
Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Shubh Muhurat
Following is the list of auspicious timings on Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi:
Abhijit Muhurat: 11:49 AM to 12:38 PM
Amrit Kaal: 08:13 PM to 09:41 PM
Sayahna Sandhya: 06:19 PM to 07:30 PM
Sankashti Chaturthi vrat helps amass good fortune and blessings of Lord Ganesha. (Image Source: Canva)
Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi Significance
Observed on the fourth day of the waning moon phase in the month of Ashwin, Vignaraja Sankashti Chaturthi holds immense significance. Devotees worship Ganesha, seeking his blessings for success, prosperity, and protection from evil forces. The day is believed to grant wisdom, good fortune, and spiritual growth. Fasting, chanting, and offering modaks (sweet dumplings) to Ganesha are integral to the festivities. By observing Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi, devotees seek Lord Ganesha's guidance, strength, and blessings to overcome life's challenges, remove obstacles, and attain Moksha (liberation). This auspicious day rejuvenates faith, hope, and positivity among devotees.
Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi Rituals
On Sankashti Chaturthi, devotees wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean clothes. The puja begins with cleansing the idol or image of Lord Ganesha. Devotees offer prayers, flowers, and naivedya (prasad) consisting of modakas (sweet dumplings), fruits, and vegetables. A special naivedya, 'Atukulu' (steamed rice cakes), is also offered. The Ganesha mantras and Sankashti Chaturthi Katha are recited. A deep (lamp) is lit, and aarti is performed. Devotees observe a day-long fast, breaking it after moonrise.
After moonrise, devotees offer arghya (water) to the moon, marking the end of the fast. The moon is worshipped as a symbol of Lord Ganesha's divine presence. Devotees recite the Sankashti Chaturthi mantra: "Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha." The fast is broken with a meal, often including modakas and other sweet dishes. The puja concludes with prayers seeking Lord Ganesha's blessings for success, prosperity, and obstacle-free life. The Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi vrat is believed to grant spiritual growth, wisdom, and good fortune, strengthening the devotee's bond with Lord Ganesha.
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