Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi
वक्रतुण्ड संकष्टी चतुर्थी
Occurring in the autumn month of Ashwina, dedicated to the primordial Vakratunda manifestation who straightens all crooked minds and resolves intricate life difficulties.
Exact Moon Sighting Time for Fast Breaking
* Note: If clouds obscure direct visibility, devotees should offer Arghya facing the eastern sky at the designated timing.
Vakratunda Maha Peetha
ॐ वक्रतुण्डाय हुम्।
Oṁ vakratuṇḍāya hum |
“Om, salutations to Lord Vakratunda, accompanied by the powerful seed sound Hum that shatters negativity.”
Pauranic Vrat Katha & Sacred Origin
The Mudgala Purana states that when Matsarasura (the demon of jealousy) conquered the heavens, the celestials meditated upon Lord Ganesha. He incarnated as Vakratunda, conquering jealousy and restoring Dharma.
Step-by-Step Puja & Moon Arghya Vidhi
- 1Light a two-wick ghee lamp before Ganesha's image.
- 2Offer 21 Durva blades and Motichoor Ladoos.
- 3Pour milk-water Arghya to the Moon upon moonrise (07:42 PM to 08:36 PM across zones).
- 4Recite the Ganesha Atharvashirsha.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the curved trunk (Vakratunda) mean?
The curved trunk represents the coiled Kundalini energy and the divine ability to straighten crooked minds and complex karmic knots.