Varada Chaturthi
GujaratiAlso known as: Varada Ganesh Chaturthi
Varada Chaturthi
About Varada Chaturthi
Varada Chaturthi is a monthly Chaturthi dedicated to Lord Ganesha, observed for granting wishes (Varada means wish-granter).
Devotees observe a fast and offer special prayers to Lord Ganesha, seeking His blessings for wish fulfillment, wisdom, and removal of obstacles. The vrat is observed with traditional rituals.
The festival is especially significant in Gujarat, where married women observe the vrat for the well-being of their families. Special pujas are performed with modak and durva grass.
Varada Chaturthi symbolizes the power of Lord Ganesha to grant the wishes of His devoted followers.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a fast and worship Lord Ganesha for wish fulfillment.
- Wake early and take a ritual bath.
- Observe a strict fast.
- Visit Ganesh temple for puja.
- Offer modak and durva grass.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: Break the fast after completing the puja.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean the puja area.
- Place the Ganesh idol.
- Offer modak, durva grass, and red flowers.
- Apply kumkum and perform aarti.
- Distribute prasad to family members.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A monthly Chaturthi observed for granting wishes through the grace of Lord Ganesha.
Varada means wish-granter, indicating the Ekadashi's power to fulfill desires.
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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