Sankashti Chaturthi – The Divine Fast to Overcome Life’s Obstacles

According to the Hindu Panchang or lunar calendar, every month has two Chaturthi tithis. The Chaturthi that falls after the full moon is called Sankashti Chaturthi. and the one after the new moon is called Vinayaka Chaturthi.

Spiritual Significance

It is a sacred fast and is observed for quick relief from life's difficult situations and hurdles. Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, Vighnaharta, is the divine source of wisdom and stability.

Vrat & Fasting Rules

Devotees of Lord Ganesha observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise on Sankashti Chaturthi. During the fast, they eat only fruits and edible roots or plants that grow beneath the earth symbolizing purity, simplicity, and closeness to nature.

Two Divine Qualities of Lord Ganesha

On this day, two essential qualities of Lord Ganesha are invoked ; Knowledge [Gyana] and Wealth [Sampatti]. Worshiping on this day helps one achieve wisdom, prosperity, and inner stability.

Puja Vidhi ; Worship Method

Offer Lord Ganesha 11 Durva grass knots.Chant the following mantra 108 times with devotion:

• Om Shreem Gam Saubhagyadayine Ganapataye Swaha

It is believed that this sacred method brings happiness, prosperity, good health, and to solve family or property disputes with divine grace. Sankashti ki Shubhkamnaayein Sankashti Chaturthi purifies the mind, strengthens willpower. and removes unseen obstacles from the path to success. It brings peace, stability, and divine guidance into one's life.