Ahoi Ashtami Vrat Benefits 2024: Ashtami of Kartik Krishna Paksha is called Ahoi Ashtami or eight. This time Ahoi Ashtami will be kept on 24th October, Thursday. Usually this festival falls a week before Diwali. It is believed that this fast is observed by women with children. This fast is observed for the longevity and welfare of children. On this day, the picture of Ahoi Mata is worshiped by making pictures of Sei and Sei’s children.
Importance or benefit of observing Ahoi Ashtami fast- Ahoi Ashtami fast is considered very special in Sanatan Dharma. It is believed that the virtuous effect of this fast brings happiness in the life of the child and prolongs his life. By observing this fast the child is protected from all types of diseases. Also Sayu Mata shapes the fortunes of children and protects them from every evil eye. Fasting on Ahoi Ashtami increases happiness and peace in life.
There is a belief of having a child- There is also a tradition of worshiping Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati on the day of Ahoi Ashtami. It is believed that fasting on the day of Ahoi Ashtami leads to early birth of a child by the grace of Ahoi Mata. This fast is observed without water from sunrise to sunset. Eating anything or drinking water is prohibited during this fast. The fast is broken only after offering Arghya to the stars or the moon in the evening.
Auspicious time for Ahoi Ashtami worship 2024- Ashtami tithi of Kartik Krishna Paksha will start on 24th October at 01:18 am and will end on 25th October 2024 at 01:58 am. The puja time of Ahoi Ashtami is from 05:42 pm to 06:59 pm on 24th October.
Time to see the stars on Ahoi Ashtami – 06:06 pm on 24th October.
Time of moonrise on Ahoi Ashtami – 11:54 pm on 24th October.