Chaiti Chhath Puja 2023: Dates, significance, and history of the sun-worshipping festival in India

Chhath is a popular festival celebrated twice a year in India during the first months of Chaitra and Kartik. The Chaiti Chhath celebration lasts for four days, where the Sun is worshipped for its energy and vitality. Chaitra's Shukla Paksha's Chaturthi Tithi marks the start of the event, which concludes on Saptami with the offering of Ardhya to the rising Sun. During this festival, women fast for the well-being, bright future, and security of their children.

Date for Chaiti Chhath Puja 2023

Chaiti Chhath Puja 2023 will be celebrated on the following dates: Nahay Khay on March 25, Kharna on March 26, Arghya to the setting Sun on March 27, and Salutation to the rising Sun on March 28.

History of Chaiti Chhath Puja

The first day of Chaitra Navratri is believed to be the first day of creation. On this day, Brahma willed and materialised the creation of the universe. There was a lot of darkness and water, but Sri Hari was bound, and Yogmaya was sleeping. The solar system was created on the sixth day in the process of universe creation. The Sun and Moon were created as soon as Sri Hari's eyes opened, and Yogmaya was born from Brahmi Shakti. Yogmaya was able to summon the Sun's first ray.

Significance of Chaiti Chhath Puja

Chaiti Chhath Puja is significant in various ways. It is thought to have originated from ancient times when people prayed to the Sun for harvest and wealth. It's also said that by worshipping the Sun, one can get well from a variety of illnesses. The celebration is a way of thanking the Sun for providing the warmth and light that are necessary for life on Earth.

Chaiti Chhath festival is an important celebration in India, where people worship the Sun and express their gratitude for its essential role in sustaining life on earth. The festival is also a time for reflection and prayer, with people fasting for the well-being and security of their loved ones.

FAQs

Q1: What is Chaiti Chhath?

Chaiti Chhath is a popular festival celebrated twice a year in India during the first months of Chaitra and Kartik.

Q2: When is Chaiti Chhath Puja 2023?

Chaiti Chhath Puja 2023 will be celebrated on Nahay Khay on March 25, Kharna on March 26, Arghya to the setting Sun on March 27, and Salutation to the rising Sun on March 28.