Shitala Satam
GujaratiAlso known as: Shitala Satam Vrat
Shitala Satam
About Shitala Satam
Shitala Satam is observed on the seventh day of Chaitra month, dedicated to Goddess Shitala, the deity of cooling and protection from diseases. It falls seven days after Holi.
Devotees observe a fast and perform special pujas to Goddess Shitala for protection from diseases and epidemics. The Goddess is worshipped with cooling items like curd, milk, and water.
The festival is especially significant in Gujarat, where families gather to worship Goddess Shitala and seek her blessings for good health.
Shitala Satam symbolizes the importance of health and protection from diseases, with special emphasis on cooling and purification.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a fast and worship Goddess Shitala.
- Observe a strict fast.
- Offer cooling items to the Goddess.
- Visit Shitala temples.
- Pray for protection from diseases.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: Break the fast after completing the Shitala puja.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean and decorate the puja area.
- Place the Shitala idol.
- Offer curd, milk, and water.
- Light diyas and incense.
- Chant Shitala mantras.
- Distribute prasad to family members.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The deity of cooling and protection from diseases, worshipped for good health.
Cooling items like curd, milk, and water are offered to the Goddess.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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