According to the Hindu calendar, Ahoi Ashtami Vrat is observed on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. According to Drig Panchang, this year Ahoi Ashtami Vrat will be observed on 24th October. It is mentioned in the scriptures that on Ahoi Ashtami, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are worshipped with rituals. On this day, mothers observe Nirjala Vrat for their children. This fast is broken after seeing the stars. It is believed that on this day, women offer Arghya after worshipping under the shade of stars.
Mother Parvati’s Ahoi form is worshipped-
Let us tell you, on this day the Ahoi form of Goddess Parvati is worshiped. The fast of Ahoi Ashtami is also considered a strict fast. In this fast, mothers do not even consume water the whole day. The fast is completed after seeing the stars in the sky. On this day, stars are worshiped while wishing for the long life of children.
This fast is for children- According to religious scriptures, by observing this fast, all the troubles of children are removed. On this day, by worshipping Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva in a proper manner, one gets children.
worship rituals
On the day of Ahoi Vrat, mothers should wake up before sunrise and offer prayers at the temple.
Ahoi Ashtami fast is observed by remaining without water.
This fast continues until the first stars appear in the sky.
After taking a bath, make a picture of Ahoi Mata on the wall. You can also paste prints or paintings of Ahoi Maa or Ahoi Bhagwati on the wall.
fill a vessel with water
Worship Ahoi Mata with roli, rice and milk. Offer grains, sweets and some money in front of the picture of Ahoi Maa. These offerings are later distributed among the children of the house. Some families have a tradition of narrating the story of Ahoi Maa on this day.
After offering water to the stars at night and praying for the long life and happy life of your child, take food.
