According to the Hindu calendar, the month of Margashirsha i.e. Magashar starts after Kartak. This month is also known as Aakhan. According to the calendar, the month of Margashirsha has started from 1st December this year. This month is considered very sacred in Sanatan Dharma. Bathing and charity also have special significance in this month. This month is also very important from the point of view of fasting and festivals.
New week has started from 2nd December
At present, the new week has started from today i.e. 2nd December and this week Vivah Panchami, Bhanu Saptami and other festivals will be celebrated. In such a situation, let us tell you today about the dates and importance of the fasts and festivals coming this week.
5 December 2024: Vinayak Chaturthi
Vinayaka Chaturthi is a special day to worship Lord Ganesha. According to religious beliefs, fasting on this day removes all troubles and brings desired success. On the day of Vinayaka Chaturthi, devotees observe fast and worship Lord Ganesha with rituals. Along with this, Modak, Durva and red flowers are offered to him. It is believed that worshiping Lord Ganesha brings happiness and prosperity in the house and brings success in every work.
6 December 2024: Vivah Panchami
Vivah Panchami is the wedding day of Lord Ram and Mother Sita. Lord Ram and Mother Sita are worshiped on this day. People take bath in the morning, light lamps in temples and recite Ramcharitmanas. This day brings happiness in married life. It is believed that worshiping on this day maintains love and peace in the house.
7 December 2024: Champa Shashthi 2024
Champa Shashthi is the day of worship of Lord Kartikeya. Kartikeya is considered the god of courage and strength. On this day, a fast is observed and Lord Kartikeya is worshipped. Red flowers, incense and lamps are offered in the puja. Along with this, devotees chant special mantras and praise God. It is said that worshiping on this day increases confidence and courage in the mind.
8 December 2024: Bhanu Saptami
Bhanu Saptami is dedicated to Lord Surya. Sun is worshiped on this day. On the day of Bhanu Saptami, after waking up early in the morning and taking bath, water is offered to the Sun God. Sun God is worshiped with red flowers and jaggery. It is believed that chanting Surya Mantra on this day improves health and brings happiness and prosperity in the house.
