Sankashti Chaturthi 2021: Lord Ganesha is widely worshipped as the God of wisdom and good fortune. Meaning of sankashti is freedom from difficulties. It is believed that Lord Ganesha reduces the problems and removes obstacles of devotees. This time Sankashti Chaturthi will start from 4:18 pm on 25th August and will end on 26th August at 5:13 pm.
Every month Sankashti Chaturthi is celebrated on the 4th day of Krishna Paksha as per the Hindu Lunar Calendar.
This year it’s falling on August 25, Wednesday. On this day, devotees worship Lord Ganesha to seek their blessings for a happy life. Also, as per Hindu mythology, on this day Lord Shiva named his son Ganesha superior to all the gods.
According to the Panchag, there are two Chaturthi in every month. This time Sankashti Chaturthi is being celebrated on 25th August. Lord Gajanan is worshiped on Sankashti Chaturthi. This time Sankashti Chaturthi will start from 4:18 pm on 25th August and will continue till 5:13 pm on 26th August. Sankashti Chaturthi is also called Bahula or Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi. Chaturthi fasting has great importance in Hinduism. It is believed that on this day Gajanan takes away all the troubles of his devotees, hence it is known as Sankashti Chaturthi.
Sankashti Chaturthi 2021: Date and timing
- Godhuli puja muhurat 18:37 – 19:03
- Chaturthi starts on Aug 25 at 16:18
- Chaturthi ends on Aug 26 at 17:13
- Brahm muhurat 04:37 am – 05:11 am
- Amrit kaal 15:48 – 17:28
- Sunrise 05:56
- Sunset 18:50
Sankashti Chaturthi 2021: Puja vidhi
- Wake up early in the morning and pray to Lord Ganesha by offering him water.
- Observe day long fast as it is believed all the desires will be fulfilled. Avoid to consume rice, wheat and dal in any form for the day.
- In the evening, offer prayers to Lord Ganesha with Durva Grass, flowers, incense sticks and diya.
- Chant Ganesh mantras while following the whole puja vidhi.
- Now offer modak and laddoos which are the most favourite of Lord Ganesha.
- Before moonlight Ganapati Atharvasheersha is recited.
- Break the fast after moonrise. Sighting of moon is very auspicious. Therefore, when the moon is visible, offer arghya.
- As per popular beliefs Lord Ganesha disliked Tulsi, so never offer its leaves while worshipping him.
Sankashti Chaturthi 2021: Importance
Sanskrit meaning of Sankashti is Sankat hara or deliverance from hurdles and unfavourable times. To please Lord Ganesha, Sankashti Chaturthi is considered one of the most auspicious days. As mentioned above, on this day Lord Shiva declared his son Ganesha as superior among all gods.
Why is Gajanan worshiped first?
According to the scriptures, it is believed that Ganesh ji removes all obstacles, hence Ganesh ji is also called as Vighnaharta. But do you know why Ganesha is worshiped first in any worship in Hinduism? Let’s have a look at their story-
According to the legend, at the time of the marriage of Lord Vishnu and Mata Lakshmi ji, invitations were sent to all the deities on behalf of Shri Hari. During the preparation of the procession on the wedding day, when everyone saw that Ganesh ji was not visible in the marriage, then asked Vishnu ji the reason for not coming to Gajanan. On this he said that we had given invitation to father Bholenath. If Ganesh ji wants to come with him, he can come. There is no need to invite them separately. Then a person present in the procession suggested to him that even if Ganesh ji comes, he will make him sit outside the house as a gatekeeper. They will walk slowly by sitting on the mouse and will be far behind the procession. Vishnu ji liked this suggestion very much and he agreed to call Ganesh ji.
