Chhath Puja Rules:Chhath Puja has special significance in Hindu religion. This festival is celebrated with great pomp mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh, but in the last few years its attraction has increased in other parts of the country and abroad also.
Chhath Puja is a four-day long fast, which begins with Nahay-Khay.
It is very important to follow some rules during this fast. If you do not follow these rules, the results of the puja may remain incomplete. Let us know which mistakes should be avoided during Chhath Puja.
Do not eat anything without offering water to the Sun.
Women observing fast during Chhath Puja cannot consume any food without offering Arghya to the Sun God. Also, the fasting person should sleep on the ground and keep his body and mind pure.
Do not use metal utensils
According to traditional belief, only earthen pots and stoves should be used in Chhath Puja. Silver, steel, brass or plastic utensils can affect the sanctity of the fast.
Do not cheat while making Prasad
The Prasad of Chhath Puja is considered very sacred. Therefore, eating or tasting anything while preparing it and before making it is prohibited.
Take special care of cleanliness
It is very important to maintain cleanliness of yourself and your surroundings during fasting and puja. Things used in puja should be touched with clean hands only.
eat satvik diet
The fasting person should eat satvik food. Tamasic diet, consumption of garlic and onion is prohibited. This rule is very important for mental and physical purification.
Always keep the place of preparation of Prasad clean.
Never eat food in the place where you prepare Prasad and always keep the place clean. This maintains the sanctity of the worship.
Maintain peace while fasting
Speaking abusive words is prohibited during the fast. Worship should be done only with a calm and pure mind. This four-day fast of Chhath Puja not only gives spiritual fruits but also brings peace, health and prosperity in life.
Therefore it is very important to follow these rules.
