Celebrated 6 days post Diwali, Chhath Puja festival brings joy and devotion to every corner of the country, having expanded beyond its origins in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. This vibrant festival is marked by grandeur and devotion. During Chhath, women adorn themselves in their finest attire, offering Arghya to the setting sun with fruits, bhog, and prasad in a decorative daala. A distinctive aspect of this festival is the traditional makeup worn by women, including a lengthy application of sindoor (vermilion) from the nose to the hair parting.
We reached out to our expert, Shri Devvarsh, renowned Astrologer, Numerologist and Vastu Expert, founder of Devvarsh Astro Vastu to understand the reason behind long sindoor worn by married women on Chhath Puja and here’s what we got.
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Why Is Long Sindoor Applied?
“In the context of Chhath Puja, applying a long line of sindoor (vermillion) from the nose to the forehead holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, especially for married women. Sindoor itself is traditionally worn by Hindu married women as a symbol of marital status and a blessing for their husband’s longevity and well-being,” said Pandit Devvarsh.
During Chhath Puja, the practice is even more pronounced, as this festival involves prayers for family prosperity, health, and marital harmony. Extending the sindoor from the nose to the forehead is seen as a gesture of profound reverence and devotion, not only to one’s husband but also to the divine forces being worshipped, particularly the Sun God (Surya) and Chhathi Maiya, who are believed to bestow blessings of health, happiness, and family welfare.
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Chhath Puja 2024: Long Sindoor Connects The Third Eye
“The elongated sindoor signifies an abundance of blessings and a longer life for the husband and family members. Symbolically, this act connects the third eye (associated with wisdom and spiritual insight) with the base of the forehead, representing a bond of faith and dedication. During Chhath Puja, it is believed that the longer the sindoor, the stronger the blessing and protection for the family. This ritual, therefore, reflects a deep-rooted belief in love, protection, and spiritual connection within Hindu tradition,” said Pandit Ji.
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