Vighnaraja Sankashtahara

Telugu

Also known as: Vighnaraja Chaturthi

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Vighnaraja Sankashtahara

About Vighnaraja Sankashtahara

Vighnaraja Sankashtahara is one of the twelve monthly Sankashtahara Chaturthi observances dedicated to Lord Ganesha. 'Vighnaraja' means 'king of obstacles'.

Devotees observe fasting throughout the day and break it after sighting the moon. Special pukas are performed with durva grass and modak.

The vrat is believed to grant mastery over obstacles and challenges. In Andhra Pradesh, families gather for evening prayers at Ganesha temples.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees fast until moonrise and perform Ganesha puja for mastery over obstacles.

Sankalpa Mantra

Om Gan Ganapataye Namah, I seek the blessings of Lord Vighnaraja for mastery over all obstacles.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Wake up early and take a ritual bath.
Observe fasting throughout the day without food.
Perform Ganesha puja in the evening with durva grass and modak.
Break the fast after sighting the moon.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What does 'Vighnaraja' mean?

Vighnaraja means 'king of obstacles' (vighna = obstacles, raja = king). Ganesha is called Vighnaraja because he has the power to both create and remove obstacles.

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