Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi is a sacred day observed by many Hindus to honor Lord Ganesha. It is going to fall on Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna, i.e., on Sunday, February 16, 2025, The term Dwijapriya refers to Lord Ganesha, who is considered especially dear to Brahmins the twice-born or Dwijas, while Sankashti means the day that removes obstacles or problems, symbolizing the power of Lord Ganesha to help devotees overcome hardships.
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi 2025: Date and Time
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – February 15, 2025 – 11:52 PM
Chaturthi Tithi Ends – February 17, 2025 – 02:15 AM
Moonrise on Sankashti Day – February 16, 2025 – 09:38 PM
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi 2025: Significance
The celebration is dedicated to seeking Lord Ganesha’s blessings for the removal of obstacles and difficulties in life. It is considered an auspicious day for devotees to fast, offer prayers, and chant the Ganesh mantras, believing that doing so will bring prosperity, peace, and success. The story behind Sankashti Chaturthi revolves around Lord Ganesha’s role as the remover of obstacles. It is believed that once, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were facing a great challenge that they could not overcome. They prayed to Lord Vishnu, the Preserver, and requested his help in overcoming their difficulty. Vishnu then suggested that they worship Ganesha, the Lord of Beginnings and Remover of Obstacles. The significance of Sankashti Chaturthi lies in remembering and honoring Ganesha’s ability to overcome difficulties, and it is believed that fasting on this day ensures that any obstacle in one’s life will be removed by the divine grace of Lord Ganesha.
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi 2025: Puja Rituals
On this day, devotees observe a fast and offer prayers to Lord Ganesha, performing rituals that include reciting Ganapati Atharvashirsha, a powerful Sanskrit prayer dedicated to Ganesha. Many also chant mantras like Om Gan Ganapataye Namah to invoke Lord Ganesha’s blessings. Sankashti Chaturthi is especially linked to the moon, and it is customary to break the fast after sighting the moon at night. Traditionally, the moon is thought to have a special connection with Lord Ganesha’s energy and blessings, as it symbolizes coolness and calmness amidst the challenges of life.
Devotees often offer special foods, such as Modaks, which are Lord Ganesha’s favorite offering, and prepare a special puja in homes and temples. Modaks are thought to symbolize spiritual wisdom and the rewards that come from overcoming challenges. The day is not only about removing external obstacles but also about inner spiritual growth. Devotees pray to Lord Ganesha for guidance and wisdom, seeking success in both material and spiritual endeavors. The day is especially auspicious when it falls on a Tuesday, as Tuesday is traditionally associated with Lord Ganesha and is considered the most powerful day for his worship. However, Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi is considered highly auspicious every year, regardless of the weekday it falls on.
