Vrat And Festivals In September 2024: September is a significant month for festivals, rituals, and observances in Hindu culture. The month will witness the arrival of Ganesh Chaturthi (Ganesh Utsav), during which Ganesh Ji will be installed in homes and pandals for ten days. It is believed that Lord Ganesh brings happiness and alleviates the difficulties of devotees.
Besides Ganesh Chaturthi, September will also see the celebration of several other important festivals and rituals:
- Rishi Panchami: A day dedicated to the worship of the seven sages, providing relief from mistakes made during menstruation.
- Somvati Amavasya: An auspicious day falling on a Monday, which is significant for performing ancestral rituals and seeking prosperity.
- Hartalika Teej: A festival for the well-being of married women and to seek a desired spouse for unmarried girls.
- Radha Ashtami: Celebrating the birth of Goddess Radha, bringing joy and peace to devotees.
- Onam: A harvest festival celebrated with enthusiasm in South India, welcoming King Bali and celebrating the abundance of crops.
- Jivitputrika Vrat: Observed by women for the longevity and well-being of their children.
- Parivartini Ekadashi: A day dedicated to Lord Vishnu, observed for spiritual upliftment.
In September 2024, the Pitru Paksha will also begin. This period is dedicated to offering shraddh (rituals) for deceased ancestors. Additionally, there will be the second lunar eclipse of the year.
Festival And Ritual Dates:
September 1, 2024 (Sunday) - Monthly Shivaratri
September 2, 2024 (Monday) - Bhadrapad Amavasya, Somvati Amavasya
This year, Bhadrapada will have Somvati Amavasya. On this day, married women observe a fast for the long life of their husbands. Additionally, performing ancestral rites on Amavasya brings prosperity.
September 6, 2024 (Friday) - Hartalika Teej, Varaha Jayanti
The Hartalika Teej fast is observed for uninterrupted marital bliss and the well-being of one's husband. Unmarried girls also observe this fast to seek their desired life partner. The benefits of this fast are said to have granted Goddess Parvati the boon of marrying Lord Shiva.
September 7, 2024 (Saturday) - Ganesh Chaturthi, Beginning of Ganesh Utsav
The ten-day Ganesh Utsav begins with Ganesh Chaturthi and concludes on Anant Chaturdashi. During this period, installing and worshipping Lord Ganesha is believed to remove all obstacles and bring blessings.
September 8, 2024 (Sunday) - Rishi Panchami
The Rishi Panchami fast absolves women from errors committed during their menstrual period. During this time, worship of the Saptarishis (seven great sages) is performed.
September 11, 2024 (Wednesday) - Radha Ashtami, Mahalaxmi Vrat begins
To fully reap the benefits of Krishna Janmashtami worship, it is essential to perform Radha Ashtami rituals and worship Goddess Radha. This brings happiness and peace into one's life.
September 14, 2024 (Saturday) - Parivartini Ekadashi
September 15, 2024 (Sunday) - Pradosh Vrat (Shukla), Onam/Thiruvonam, Vamana Jayanti
The festival of Onam is celebrated with great enthusiasm in South India. Preparations are made to welcome King Mahabali on this day. Onam is particularly celebrated to ensure a good harvest in the fields.
September 16, 2024 (Monday) - Kanya Sankranti, Vishwakarma Jayanti
September 17, 2024 (Tuesday) - Anant Chaturdashi, Ganesh Visarjan
On this day, the Ganesh festival concludes with the immersion of Lord Ganesha's idol, symbolizing his departure. It is believed that Ganesh Ji takes away all the devotees' sorrows with him. Additionally, Anant Chaturdashi is also a day dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu.
September 18, 2024 (Wednesday) - Bhadrapad Purnima Vrat, Beginning of Pitru Paksha, Lunar Eclipse
The second lunar eclipse of 2024 will occur on the full moon day of Bhadrapada (Bhadon). This will be a partial lunar eclipse. The Pitru Paksha period will also begin on the same day.
September 19, 2024 (Thursday) - Ashwin Month begins
September 21, 2024 (Saturday) - Sankashti Chaturthi
September 25, 2024 (Wednesday) - Jivitputrika Vrat
Women observe the Jivitputrika Vrat for the well-being and longevity of their children. This vow is considered as rigorous as the Chhath Vrat. Its effect is believed to prevent any difficulties from affecting the children.
September 26, 2024 (Thursday) - Guru Pushya Yoga
September 28, 2024 (Saturday) - Indira Ekadashi
September 29, 2024 (Sunday) - Pradosh Vrat (Krishna)
September 30, 2024 (Monday) - Monthly Shivaratri
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