- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 29 Apr 2025 03:27 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vinayaka Chaturthi May 2025: Vinayaka Chaturthi is observed in honour of Lord Ganesha. In the Hindu calendar, Chaturthi falls on the fourth day following a new moon and the fourth day following a full moon, so there are two Chaturthi days each month. However, Vinayaka Chaturthi occurs on the fourth day of Krishna Paksha every month. It is believed that Lord Ganesha resides in the fourth state of consciousness and praying to him on Chaturthi brings devotees to that state. Among every Chaturthi day, the Vinayaka Chaturthi of the month Bhadrapada (August-September) stands out as the most significant. This year, Vinayaka Chaturthi in May will be observed on 1st May 2025.
Check out all the significant details about date, timings, shubh muhurat, significance and rituals to worship Lord Ganesha below:
Vinayaka Chaturthi May 2025: Date And Time
- Vinayaka Chaturthi May 2025 Date: 1st May 2025, Thursday
- Chaturthi Tithi Begins: 02:12 PM, 30th April 2025
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 11:23 AM, 01st May 2025
Vinayaka Chaturthi May 2025: Shubh Muhurat
The Shubh Muhurat to worship Lord Ganesha is from 10:59 AM to 11:23 AM on 1st May 2025.
Vinayaka Chaturthi May 2025: Significance
On Vinayaka Ganesha Chaturthi, devotees worship eight various incarnations of Lord Ganesha, called the Ashtavinayaks. According to belief, worshipping these eight manifestations on this holy day assists in cleansing away negativity and shielding against evil forces. The masses pray and conduct rituals with reverence, hoping to gain blessings from Lord Ganesha. Worshipping him on Chaturthi is believed to remove obstacles from one's life, enabling smoother progress and more success in both personal and professional life. The day's energy is held to be extremely auspicious, and thus a great time to nourish one's spirituality and spiritual development. Masik Vinayaka Ganesha Chaturthi also has other benefits. People believe that following this day invites good fortune, prosperity, intelligence and wealth.
Eight forms of Lord Ganpati - Ashtavinayak is worshipped on the sacred occasion of Masik Ganesh Chaturthi. (Image Source: Canva)
Vinayaka Chaturthi May 2025: Rituals
Before commencing Masik Vinayaka Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees wake up in the early morning hours and take a sacred bath. Wearing fresh clothes after a bath, they place an idol of Lord Ganesha at the puja altar. Next, they beautify the idol with new flowers and garlands and apply Chandan (sandalwood paste) on the Ganesha idol's forehead to make it ready for worship.
Then, devotees sprinkle some rice and put a Kalash (earthen vessel) containing sacred water on top of it. This significant step is referred to as Purna Kumbha Kalasha Sthapana. Once the Kalash is installed, they recite Lord Ganesha's mantras. Chanting at this stage is said to infuse life into the idol, a ritual called Prana Pratishtha. Devotees then get ready to offer prayers and make offerings to Lord Ganesha.
During the prayer, the devotees offer 21 modaks, 21 blades of Dhruva grass, incense sticks, coconut, sindoor (vermilion), camphor, Chandan, betel leaves, betel nuts and cotton wicks. They also recite Ganesh Stotra or hymns from the Ganapati Atharvashirsha Upanishad. At the end, devotees perform Ganesha Aarti and bow down before the lord to seek blessings.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)
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