Ekadanta Sankashti Chaturthi in 2025 falls on Friday, May 16. The Chaturthi Tithi starts at 4:02 AM on May 16 and concludes at 5:13 AM on May 17. Moonrise, a pivotal moment for devotees, is expected at 10:39 PM on May 16.
Sankashti Chaturthi is a revered Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of limitations and the god of knowledge and prosperity.
Every month, at the moment is observed on the fourth day of the waning moon (Krishna Paksha). The May additional observance is especially special as it honors Lord Ganesha in his 'Ekadanta' form, characterized by a single tusk, symbolizing sacrifice and resilience.
The legend in the back of the Ekadanta form narrates that Lord Parashurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, visited Lord Shiva.
Blind to Parashurama's identity, Ganesha obstructed his path, leading to a battle in which Parashurama struck Ganesha's tusk together with his axe, resulting in Ganesha's single-tusked look.
This form signifies the significance of responsibility and sacrifice.
RITUALS AND OBSERVANCES
Devotees undertake a day-lengthy fast from dawn to moonrise, breaking it after sighting the moon. The rituals consist of Morning preparations: Begin the day with a purifying bath and install an easy altar with an idol or picture of Lord Ganesha.
Offerings: Present Lord Ganesha with durva grass, clean flora, and his desired candies like modaks.
Chanting and Meditation: Recite Ganesha mantras, including 'Om Gan Ganapataye Namah,' and meditate to search for his benefits.
Evening Puja: Behavior is the primary puja after moonrise, presenting prayers and concluding with the studying of the Vrat Katha related to Ekadanta.
Looking at these rituals with devotion is believed to eliminate obstacles, carry prosperity, and sell spiritual increase.
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