Rishi Panchami
MarathiAlso known as: Rishi Panchami, Saptarshi Panchami
Rishi Panchami
About Rishi Panchami
Rishi Panchami falls on the fifth day of the bright fortnight in Bhadrapada (August-September). It is dedicated to the worship of the seven sages (Saptarshi).
Devotees observe fasting and perform pukas for the Saptarshis — Kashyapa, Atri, Bharadvaja, Vishwamitra, Gautama, Jamadagni, and Vashishtha.
In Maharashtra, the festival is celebrated with great devotion. Women perform special pukas seeking blessings for their families.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe fasting and worship the seven sages for family well-being.
- Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
- Observe fasting throughout the day.
- Perform pukas for the Saptarshis.
- Distribute prasad and seek blessings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Saptarshis are seven ancient sages who are considered the patriarchs of humanity. They are revered for their wisdom and spiritual knowledge.
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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