Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi is an auspicious day on which people worship Lord Ganesha. It is celebrated on Krishna Paksha or the dark fortnight of every month. People worship Lord Ganesha to seek blessings for good health, success and prosperity. Scroll down to learn about the date, rituals, timings, history, and significance of this day.
Akhuratha Sankashti 2024 Date And Timing
This year Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi will be observed on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. This day marks the auspicious day of Lord Ganesha. Observing fast offering prayers, and worshipping the moon are some of the practises that devotees follow to seek blessings. It is believed that worshipping Lord Ganesha will eliminate problems from life and bring wealth and intelligence. According to Pandit Arvind Tripathi, this year Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi is expected at 8:54 pm. The Chaturthi tithi will begin at 10:36 pm on Dec 17, 2024, and will end at 10:32 pm on Dec 18, 2024.
Akhuratha Sankashti 2024 Rituals
On Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi people worship Lord Ganesha and observe fast. It is believed that those who fast on this day are blessed with peace and prosperity, and stay free from troubles. The devotees begin their fast at sunrise and break it after observing the moon and offering prayers to Lord Ganesha. During this period, some people observe a strict water-only fast, while others opt for a partial fast. Additionally, people chant Ganesha Mantras or the name of Lord Ganesha 108 times.
Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi 2024 History And Significance
The term ‘Akhuratha’ is an epithet of Lord Ganesha that signifies ‘one who has a rat as his vehicle’, while the term ‘Sankashti’ stands for “freedom from obstacles. The devotees of Lord Ganesha worship him to overcome challenges in their personal and professional lives. It’s a powerful day which is associated with wealth and wisdom, qualities that Lord Ganesha embodies. The devotees observe fast to get rid of karmic debts, attract wealth, and bring peace to their lives.
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Follow the rituals to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha on this auspicious day.
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