What is the significance of Sankatahara Chaturthi?

Sankashti Chaturthi (संकष्टी चतुर्थी), also known as Sankatahara Chaturthi, is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This day is celebrated in every lunar Hindu calendar month on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha (the dark lunar phase or the waning fortnight of the moon).

What is the importance of Sankashti?

It is believed that Ganesha bestows his presence on earth for all his devotees during this day. It is the day that Shiva declared his son Ganesha to be superior to all the other gods, except Vishnu, Lakshmi, Shiva and Parvati.

What is the significance of Angarki Chaturthi?

Angarki Sankashti Chaturthi is an auspicious day for Hindus as it is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The ‘Angarki’ is a Sanskrit word that means ‘red like burned coal’ and hence, Sankashti Chaturthi that falls on a Tuesday is known as Angarki Chaturthi. It is believed that on this day, Lord Ganesha blessed the planet Mars.

How often does the Sankatahara Chaturthi releive occur?

Specific day to do this Vrata is known to occur only once in approximately seven years. The occurrence is a rare combination and a simultaneous incidence of Magha masa, Krishna paksha (fortnight before the new moon day), Chaturthi tithi, Tuesday, and the time of Rise of moon. According to Ganesha Purana, Lord Ganapathi is worshipped in two forms.

Which is the day after full moon called Sankashti Chaturthi?

Sankatahara Chaturthi is thus the day meant especially for eliminating one’s problems. This day is also called Sankashti Chaturthi. It falls on the 4th lunar day (Chaturthi) after the Full Moon day during Krishna Paksha, the waning phase of the moon, every month.

Why was Sankatahara Chaturthi chosen for Ganesha worship?

Hence, Sankatahara Chaturthi is specially chosen for Ganesha’s worship to get effective relief from obstacles. Ancient texts too speak about the importance of the day, narrating stories highlighting its significance.

Which is the best way to perform Sankashti Chaturthi?

The pooja is performed for the well-being and prosperity of the family. The Sankashti Chaturthi pooja is performed in the evening after sighting the moon. The idol of Ganesha is placed on a clean platform. Flowers and Durva grass is offered to the Lord. Delicacies like laddoos and modaks are placed before Lord Ganesha.

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