According to Hindu tradition, Karva Chauth is one of the most important festivals in the life of a married woman. This day is considered a symbol of the strength of the bond between husband and wife. On this day, married women observe a day’s fast for the long life and well being of their husbands. Blessings of “Akhand Saubhagyavati Bhava” are given on Karva Chauth.

Karva Chauth is celebrated on the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. This festival is done for the happiness and long life of the life partner. This fast is celebrated in different forms in all parts of India. In today’s time, the belief of this fast is so much that it has become the center of attraction for women of all sects. No matter how much the fast of Karva Chauth may be associated with modernity, but its spirit is the same everywhere. It represents marriage and marital happiness. This fast is very important for fortunate women. Every married woman waits for this day. On this day, women observe a strict fast to make their married life happy. Married women as well as unmarried girls observe this fast and wish for a suitable life partner for themselves.

Importance of The Karva Chauth

On this day women observe a fast from sunrise to sunset. Worships Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati and Moon so that their husbands can lead a healthy, prosperous and blissful life. However, the life of the husband is believed to be completely dependent on his wife. Because here the wife is responsible for protecting him from all evils. But it is also the responsibility of the husband to take full care of his wife. When a husband takes seven rounds with his wife, he is also entrusted with the responsibility of protecting his wife. Both husband and wife can worship on Karva Chauth so that their married life continues to be happy.

History and Story Behind The Karva Chauth 

Although there are no official records revealing the exact origin of this festival. But there are many legends in the Bhagavad Gita which depict the legends of Karva Chauth.

The story of Queen Veeravati is considered to be the most popular. In this story, the queen was the most beloved of her seven brothers. He did not like his sister being hungry during the fast. Those seven brothers had tricked her into breaking her first Karva Chauth by presenting a mirror in the form of an imaginary moon, out of love for their sister. Soon after breaking the fast, Veeravati’s husband died. Due to which everything was over for him. She cried a lot. This sorrow of her was not seen by Goddess Maa. Then the goddess appeared and revealed the truth about their brothers. He asked Veeravati to complete the ritual again. Then he kept a strict fast and worshipped. Seeing her penance, Yama, the god of death, was forced to revive her husband.

The stories of Karva Chauth give confidence in the power of love and trust of a married woman. Hence, since ancient times, women have been observing Karva Chauth fast for the long life of their love.

Karva Chauth Puja 

The fasting of Karva Chauth is a very auspicious day. On this day, women wake up early in the morning at Brahma Muhurta and start the fast. After retiring from daily activities, Goddess Bhagwati is worshipped and Lord Shiva is worshipped. Karve is mainly used in worship material on this day. A Karva filled with water, the Karva Chauth picture is kept at the place of worship. All the good luck items are kept there. Along with this, sweets and fruits etc. are also kept in the form of prasad. Saubhagyavati women do puja and story in the evening time, keeping a fast for the whole day. Then the fast is completed after moon sighting and worship.

Karva Chauth Is Becoming Special Yoga

The splendour of this festival starts many days in advance. Every married woman waits for this day. According to Vastu shastra, this year a special auspicious yoga will be formed on the day of Karva Chauth. Moon will transit in Rohini Nakshatra / Rohini Nakshatra. Moon being in Rohini Nakshatra is considered a very important and auspicious time in astrology.

According to mythological beliefs, Rohini was the most beloved of all his wives to the Moon. The love between Rohini and the Moon was so deep and unbreakable, whose effect is seen automatically when the Moon enters Rohini Nakshatra. The auspiciousness of the Moon expands at this time. In such a situation, on the day of Karva Chauth, this auspicious combination will give good luck and good fortune to married life.

If This Is Your First Karva Chauth Then You Should Keep These Things In Mind

• When you are eating your sargi, eat it in moderation because sweet things increase the appetite later. If it is mandatory because of your customs, then keep it to a minimum. Food rich in protein would be a good option.
• It is also good to consume dry fruits like almonds, cashews, pistachios, walnuts etc. This will give you plenty of fat and protein, which will be enough for a day.
• Use lots of fruits while eating sargi, as fruits contain ample amounts of fiber which will fill you up with energy.
• Drink cold water as little as possible. Hot water absorbs faster in the body which will keep the sargi safe.
• Avoid eating fried and fast food. They are heavy which can make you feel dizzy and can worsen your health.
• Consumption of tea or coffee can also make you feel dehydrated.
• When you are fasting, do not eat straight food first. Take some water and then have some light and less spicy food for the day.

So, take special care of all these things during your first Karva Chauth. By which your fast will be completed successfully.