Karwa Chauth 2023: Karwa Chauth, a significant festival for married women, is being observed today, November 1, 2023. On this day, women fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for their husbands' longevity, health, and marital bliss. Unmarried women too partake in this fast, seeking a desirable life partner. Central to this ritual is the veneration of Goddess Karwa and the Moon deity, Chandra Dev. The fast culminates with Arghya (water offering) to the Moon.
Significant Alignments and Timings on Karwa Chauth 2023
This year's Karwa Chauth is marked by two unique astrological alignments: Shiv Yog and Sarvartha Siddhi Yog. Sarvartha Siddhi Yog will be observed from 06:22 AM on November 1 to 04:36 AM on November 2, while Shiv Yog begins at 02:07 PM on Karwa Chauth. These yogs are believed to enhance the auspiciousness and positive outcomes of the day's rituals.
Moon's Position and Today's Panchang
The Moon's transit holds special importance on Karwa Chauth. Today, the Moon will move into the Taurus zodiac sign by 04:12 PM and later into Gemini. Additionally, today's Panchang includes:
Chaturthi Tithi: 9:19 PM
Nakshatra: Mrigashira
Ritu: Hemant
Auspicious And Inauspicious Timings for Today
Brahma Muhurta: 04:49 AM to 05:41 AM
Vijay Muhurat: 01:55 PM to 02:39 PM
Godhuli Muhurat: 05:36 PM to 06:02 PM
Abhishek Muhurat: Until 09:19 PM
Shiva Yog: Throughout the day
Rahu kaal: 12:04 PM to 01:27 PM
Gulik Kaal: 10:41 AM to 12:04 PM
Karwa Chauth 2023 Puja Vidhi (Rituals)
In the evening, during the auspicious time, perform puja rituals. Set up a stool covering it with a red cloth, and place idols or pictures of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and Lord Ganesha. Offer white sandalwood, vermillion, and turmeric to the deities, along with flowers, bhog, and other puja items. Light incence sticks and offer shringar items to Goddess Parvati. Listen to the Karwa Chauth story, and post-moonrise, worship the Moon with Arghya. Before breaking the fast, view the Moon, then see your husband's face, and finally, accept water from him.
This report first appeared in Hindi on ABPLive.com.
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