Sakat Chauth Essay --

Sakat Chauth Vrat is observed on the fourth day of Krishna paksha, (the fading phase of moon) in the month of Magha jibe to Hindu lunar calendar. Next Sakat Chauth will fall on January nineteenth in 2014.This is also called as Ganesh Chauth or Tilkuta Chauth. Lord Ganesha and Moon divinity is worshiped on Sakat Chauth. This vrat is mainly observed in North India and this day is illustrious as Tilkut Chauth. A full day fast is observed on this day. It is believed that fasting on Sakat Chauth removes all obstacles from life and Ganesha blesses his devotees with health, fortune and good children.Sakat Chauth vrat regularityOn this day, married women who are observing the fast get up early morning and take bath, after which they wear new cloths, plumb up the place of worship and chant Om Ganeshaaya Namah mantra108 times. During the day devotees observe fast. and milk, tea and fruits are allowed.In the evening a Mandap is decorated in which Ganesha idol is placed. The idol is decorated with flowers and Doorva (grass) is offered to Ganesha. Desserts pr...