Sankashti Chaturthi May 2025: Date, moonrise time, significance and rituals
Ekadanta Sankashti Chaturthi in 2025 falls on Friday, May 16. The Chaturthi Tithi begins at 4:02 AM on May 16 and concludes at 5:13 AM on May 17. Moonrise, a pivotal moment for devotees, is expected at 10:39 PM on May 16.Sankashti Chaturthi is a revered Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity.advertisementEach month, this day is observed on the fourth day of the waning moon (Krishna Paksha). The May observance is particularly special as it honours Lord Ganesha in his 'Ekadanta' form, characterised by a single tusk, symbolising sacrifice and resilience.
The legend behind the Ekadanta form narrates that Lord Parashurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, visited Lord Shiva.Unaware of Parashurama's identity, Ganesha obstructed his path, leading to a conflict where Parashurama struck Ganesha's tusk with his axe, resulting in Ganesha's single-tusked appearance.This form signifies the importance of duty and sacrifice.RITUAL AND OBSERVANCESDevotees undertake a day-long fast from sunrise to moonrise, breaking it after sighting the moon. The rituals include:Morning Preparations: Begin the day with a purifying bath and set up a clean altar with an idol or image of Lord Ganesha.advertisementOfferings: Present Lord Ganesha with durva grass, fresh flowers, and his favored sweets like modaks.Chanting and Meditation: Recite Ganesha mantras such as 'Om Gan Ganapataye Namah' and meditate to seek his blessings.Evening Puja: Conduct the main puja after moonrise, offering prayers and concluding with the reading of the Vrat Katha associated with Ekadanta.Observing these rituals with devotion is believed to remove obstacles, bring prosperity, and promote spiritual growth.
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