Chhath Puja 2023: Eating Before Preparing Bhog For Chhathi Mata? Stop! Mistakes You Must Avoid

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Chhath Puja 2023: This is a prominent Hindu festival that is mainly observed in the North Eastern parts of India and is dedicated to Lord Sun (Surya). On this day, people thank this celestial body for providing life on the earth.

No idol worship is done on this day and the puja begins on the sixth day of Diwali. This year, Chhath Puja will begin on 17 November 2023 and end on 20 November 2023. Also, according to the Hindu calendar, this festival of Chhath Puja is celebrated every year on the Shashthi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik.

During these four days, devotees worship the Sun God and keep fast and clean houses and utensils thoroughly. There are a lot of other rituals, traditions, and customs associated with Chhath Puja, let us know the mistakes that you must avoid on this day to get the blessings of Goddess Chhathi.

1. Do Not Consume Garlic And Onion
You must refrain from consuming garlic and onion during Chhath Puja and also avoid these while preparing any food items at home. It is considered inauspicious as it is considered non-veg or tamasic items in Hinduism.

2. Do Not Use Plastic Utensils
While offering water or Arghya to the Sun God, you need to use earthen utensils only and abstain from using silver, steel, and plastic utensils.

3. Do Not Eat Anything Before Arghya To Sun God
Women must keep fast before offering Arghya to the Sun God. Consuming anything before this is considered inauspicious. Also, they must sleep on the floor while observing fast.

4. Do Not Use White Salt While Cooking
Chhath Puja fast is considered one of the toughest fasts and therefore while preparing food Arwa rice and rock salt are used for 10 days before the puja begins.

5. Do Not Eat Anything Before Preparing Bhog
Do not spoil the bhog or eat anything before making it. Also, you need to ensure everything is clean including your hands and the kitchen area where the prasad will be made.

Following the rules will ensure that the Chhathi Mata will be pleased. This fast is observed to pray for the long life, health, and bright future of the children. Therefore, doing it the right way will fetch the maximum auspicious results.