Chhath Puja 2024: Chhath Puja 2024 is being celebrated on November 7. In the evening, devotees will offer Sandhya Arghya, and after offering Arghya to the rising Sun on the next day, the fast will be broken. Worshiping the Sun is a key part of the Chhath Puja.
According to religious beliefs, those who observe the Chhath fast attain peace, prosperity, and happiness. The Chhath Puja began on November 5 with Nahai Khai and will conclude on November 8, 2024, after the worship of the early morning Sun. Let's learn about the process and auspicious time for breaking the fast.
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Chhath Puja 2024 Vrat Paran Time
On November 8, 2024, the sunrise will occur at 6:38 AM. During this time, devotees will offer Arghya to the Sun and only then will break their fast.
Chhath Vrat Paran Vidhi
When breaking the Chhath fast, first accept the offerings like Thekua, sweets, and then drink raw milk. It is believed that the fast is only complete after consuming the prasad. Before breaking the fast, seek the blessings of elders and share the prasad offered to Chhathi Mata with everyone.
While breaking the fast, avoid consuming spicy food. The effects of the Chhath fast bring prosperity, wealth, and good fortune. The benefits of the fast are only attained when it is broken correctly.
The Son Of Kunti Had Observed The Chhath Fast
Kunti invoked the Sun God to bless her with a son. Pleased with her prayers, the Sun God fulfilled her wish. With the Sun's power, Kunti conceived and gave birth to Karna. It is believed that Karna worshipped the Sun God daily by standing in water, gaining strength and radiance like the Sun. According to religious beliefs, Karna also observed the Chhath fast to please the Sun God.
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