Kosi Puja, Chhath Puja: Today is the third day of Chhath, the great festival of folk faith. 26th October i.e. yesterday was the day of Kharna. After worshiping Kharna, the devotees took special Prasad. With this, the 36-hour Nirjala fast started, which will be broken on 28th October i.e. tomorrow after offering Arghya to the rising sun.

Today is the day of evening Arghya in Chhath festival. This evening, Arghya will be offered to the setting sun. Kosi is filled on the occasion of evening Arghya. Let us know why Kosi is filled on the occasion of Evening Arghya? What is the reason behind this? Also know the method and importance of filling Kosi.

Why is Kosi filled?

According to religious beliefs, filling Kosi is considered a symbol of faith and gratitude. When any wish of the devotees is fulfilled, they fill Kosi and express their gratitude to Chhathi Maiya. People also follow this tradition for happiness and prosperity in the family, long life and good health of children. Kosi is also filled to get relief from some serious disease.

Importance of Kosi

The circle of Kosi is considered a symbol of family unity and protective shield, while the umbrella made of sugarcanes is said to be a symbol of Chhathi Maiya's grace and blessings. This shows the faith of women in worship. Women perform this puja for the happiness, peace of the family and the longevity of their children.

Kosi Bharni Recipe

• First of all, a soup or basket is decorated for the puja.
• 5 or 7 sugarcanes are erected around it and an umbrella like structure is made.
• This structure is considered a symbol of water, earth, fire, air and sky.
• Sindoor is applied on the clay elephant inside the basket. A pitcher remains on top of it.
• Prasad used in soup like thekua, fruits, radish, ginger etc. is filled in this pitcher.
• There are 12 lamps on the pitcher and the elephant.
• All are lit by adding ghee and wick.
• It is said to be a symbol of 12 months and 24 hours.