Chhath Puja — Nahay Khay, Kharna, Sandhya and Usha Arghya Guide

Introduction

Significance

Best Time to Perform

Required Samagri (Materials)

Preparation Steps

1. 1Cleanse and purify the body and mind
2. 2Prepare the offerings and rituals
3. 3Set up the puja altar
4. 4Invoke the Sun God and his consorts

Step-by-Step Vidhi

1. 1Nahay Khay: Take a bath and offer prayers to the Sun God
2. 2Kharna: Offer kheer and other sweet dishes to the Sun God
3. 3Sandhya Arghya: Offer arghya to the Sun God during sunset
4. 4Usha Arghya: Offer arghya to the Sun God during sunrise

Mantras

Do's

• ✓Offer arghya to the Sun God during sunrise and sunset
• ✓Chant the Aditya Hridayam and Surya Mantra during the puja
• ✓Maintain a positive and devotional attitude throughout the puja period

Don'ts

• ✗Do not consume food or water during the fast period
• ✗Avoid engaging in worldly activities during the puja period
• ✗Do not neglect the rituals and offerings

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• •Neglecting to maintain cleanliness and purity during the puja period
• •Failing to observe the fast on the second and third days of the puja
• •Not offering arghya to the Sun God during sunrise and sunset

Regional Variations

• •In Bihar, the puja is celebrated with great fervor and devotion, and is an integral part of the state's cultural heritage.
• •In Jharkhand, the puja is celebrated with traditional dances and music, and is an important part of the state's tribal culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Traditional Notes

• •The festival is mentioned in the ancient Hindu texts, the Rigveda and the Mahabharata.
• •The puja is observed with great fervor and devotion in the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh.

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