Sankashti Chaturthi is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion. This fast is dedicated to the first revered Lord Ganesha. It is believed that by observing fast on Sankashti Chaturthi and worshiping Ganpati Bappa as per the rituals, all the troubles of life are removed and happiness and prosperity is achieved. The importance of Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi, which falls in Adhikamas, increases even more. On this day, devotees worship Lord Ganesha by observing a fast throughout the day and break the fast after offering Arghya to the moon.
According to religious beliefs, the fast is not considered complete without listening or reciting the Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi fast story. Let us know the sacred story of Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi.
Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi fasting story
According to the legend, in ancient times a king ruled his kingdom with happiness, peace and prosperity. There came a time when many types of problems started arising in the state. The financial condition of the king started weakening and the people were also surrounded by various troubles.
Worried about these problems, the king asked the sages for a solution. Then a Maharishi advised him to worship Lord Ganesha and observe fast on Sankashti Chaturthi. The sage told that Lord Ganesha is the remover of obstacles and by his grace all obstacles are removed.
The king observed Sankashti Chaturthi fast with full devotion, worshiped Lord Ganesha and listened to his story. By the grace of Ganpati Bappa, all the sufferings of the king ended in a short time. Prosperity returned to the state and the people started living happy lives.
Since then, the importance of the fast and story of Sankashti Chaturthi was spread. It is believed that the person who observes this fast with a true heart and listens to the story, the troubles of his life go away and he gets the special blessings of Lord Ganesha.
Importance of Sankashti Chaturthi fast
According to religious beliefs, observing fast on Sankashti Chaturthi removes obstacles in work. By the grace of Lord Ganesha one attains intelligence, wisdom, wealth, happiness and success. This fast is considered especially beneficial for the happiness of children, progress in career and family happiness.
Do this work during puja
Offer Durva, red flowers and modak to Lord Ganesha. Chant Ganesh mantras. Read or listen to Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Katha. Break the fast by offering Arghya to the moon at night.