The Story and Significance of Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi Vrat

Discover the story, rituals, and profound significance of Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi Vrat, a sacred day dedicated to Lord Ganesha that brings relief from difficulties and bestows wealth and happiness

Lord Ganesh

Ekadantam Mahakayam Lambodara Gajananam. (एकदन्तं महाकायं लम्बोदरगजाननम्ं।)

Vighnanashakaram Devam Herambam Pranamyaham. (विघ्ननाशकरं देवं हेरम्बं प्रणमाम्यहम्॥)

In Hinduism, worship is a means by which one can connect directly with God. Lord Ganesha is a deity who does not need gold, silver, fruits, and flowers to please him. Only the supreme worship of Lord Ganesha can take us closer to him. This auspicious day of Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Sawan is dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha. This day is known as Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat. By observing the fast of Sankashti Chaturthi, troubles are removed from life, wealth, happiness, and fortune increase, peace is experienced, and merit is accumulated.

Importance of Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi

According to Ganesh Purana, it is fruitful to worship Gauri Putra Ganesh on Chaturthi. Fasting on this day is even more important. This fast, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, brings relief from difficulties and bad times. In many places, it is called Sankat Hara and sometimes it is also called Sankata Chauth. On this day, worship of Lord Ganesha and fasting fulfills the wishes.

a painting of a couple of people with an elephant

When is Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi

Hinduism is a religion of faith as well as science. Every religious ritual here has spiritual and scientific significance. Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Sawan will start on July 24 at 07:30 am and end on July 25 at 04:19 am the next day. In Sanatan Dharma, Udaya Tithi is valid, so on July 24, Gajanan Sankashti Chaturthi will be observed. Sankashti Chaturthi means Chaturthi that removes trouble. Sankashti is a Sanskrit word, which means to get rid of difficult times. Ganpati is worshiped on this day to get rid of sufferings.

Learn the Puja Method of Sawan Sankashti Chaturthi

On the day of Sawan Sankashti Chaturthi, take a bath and offer arghya to the sun. Then place the idol of Lord Ganesha on the post and anoint it with water. On this day, Ganpati Sindur, Durva, Modak are offered, as well as Ganesh Chalisa recitation and Maha Aarti, and ask forgiveness for any mistakes in the worship.

Recite Mantras on Sawan Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat

  1. Om Pramodaya Namah (ॐ प्रमोदाय नमः)
  2. Om Vighnakaratryeya Namah (ॐ विघ्नकरत्र्येय नमः)
  3. Om Modaya Namah (ॐ मोदाय नमः)
  4. Om Sumukhaya Namah (ॐ सुमुखाय नमः)
  5. Om Avighnaya Namah (ॐ अविघ्नाय नमः)
  6. Om Durmukhaya Namah (ॐ दुर्मुखाय नमः)

Do These Things on Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi

  1. Feed the cows fodder.
  2. In the evening, at the time of moonrise, offer arghya to the moon with raw milk; it removes mental stress.

Benefits of Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi Vrat

This fast, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, brings liberation from difficulties and bad times. By observing this fast, happiness, peace, and fortune increase in the life of the devotee, and there is an abundance of wealth and glory.

Worship Lord Ganesha with utmost devotion and sincerity on Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi to receive his blessings and experience a life full of happiness and prosperity.

Ganesh Ji ki Aarti

Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva. (जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।)

Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva. (माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥)

Ek Dant Dayavant, Char Bhuja Dhari. (एक दंत दयावंत, चार भुजा धारी।)

Mathe Sindoor Sohe, Moose Ki Sawari. (माथे सिंदूर सोहे, मूसे की सवारी॥)

Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva. (जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।)

Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva. (माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥)

Paan Chade Phal Chade, Aur Chade Mewa. (पान चढ़े फल चढ़े, और चढ़े मेवा।)

Laddooan Ka Bhog Lage, Sant Karen Seva. (लड्डुअन का भोग लगे, संत करें सेवा॥)

Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva. (जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।)

Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva. (माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥)

Andhan Ko Aankh Det, Kodhin Ko Kaya. (अंधन को आंख देत, कोढ़िन को काया।)

Baanjan Ko Putra Det, Nirdhan Ko Maya. (बांझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया॥)

Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva. (जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।)

Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva. (माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥)

‘Soor’ Shyam Sharan Aaye, Safal Keeje Seva. (सूर’ श्याम शरण आए, सफल कीजे सेवा।)

Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva. (माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥)

Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva. (जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।)

Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva. (माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥)

Deenan Ki Laaj Rakho, Shambhu Suta Kaari. (दीनन की लाज रखो, शंभु सुतकारी।)

Kamna Ko Purn Karo, Jaaoon Balihari. (कामना को पूर्ण करो, जाऊं बलिहारी॥)

Worship Lord Ganesha with utmost devotion and sincerity on Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi to receive his blessings and experience a life full of happiness and prosperity.