Chath Puja 2025: Chhath Puja has started. Chhath Puja has some special fruits like this. Without whom Chhath Maiya worship is considered incomplete. So let's know those 7 essential fruits which are very important to have in Chhath Puja.
Chhath Puja has started. In such a situation, fasting women prepare to offer Arghya after Nahay-Khay and Kharna. Basket or soup garnishes a variety of fruits and dishes during. Among these, there are some special fruits without which Chhath Puja is considered incomplete. These fruits are not only dear to Chhath Maiya, but are also considered symbols of purity. Let's know those 7 essential fruits which are very important to have in Chhath Puja.
Dabh lemon has special significance in Chhath Puja. Slightly sour-sweet tasting, it's larger in size than normal lemon and red inside. Its thick layer keeps it from becoming impure. It is believed that this fruit is very dear to Chhath Maiya, hence it must be included in the puja.
Banana has huge importance in Chhath Puja too. Believes Lord Vishnu resides in this fruit. It's home-cooked so it stays pure. Including bananas in basket brings prosperity to life and blessings of Chhath Maiya.
Offering Suthani has special significance in Chhath Puja that it is considered a pure and sacred tuber, which symbolizes receiving the blessings of Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Offering it increases happiness, prosperity and wealth in the house.
Chhath Puja is considered incomplete without sugarcane. Sugarcane pavilions are built in many places and lamps are lit under them. Sugarcane with leaves considered sacred because it's tough and no animal can lie it. Chhath Maiya is believed to be pleased with the presence of sugarcane and happiness and peace remain in the house.
Betel nut is used in every auspicious work, according to Hindu belief. It's a symbol of toughness and stability. Betel nut is considered a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi's grace in worship. Keeping it in soup is considered mandatory during Chhath festival.
Water chestnut is a fruit that thrives in water, considered a symbol of purity. Its hard rind keeps it from becoming impure. Chhath Maiya loves this fruit and it is believed that offering it increases wealth in the house.
Coconut has been considered the form of Goddess Lakshmi, hence it is said to be the most sacred fruit. Devotee's wishes are fulfilled by offering coconut during Chhath Puja. Coconut is a symbol of purity and dedication, so it must be included in soups and baskets.
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