vat savitri vrat niyam: India is a country where every festival also brings a message to fill life with restraint, discipline and positive energy. One such special festival is Vat Savitri fast, which married women celebrate for their husband’s long life and happy married life. On this day, women fast and worship Vat i.e. Banyan tree.
Along with the tradition, it is very important to do this festival according to the right customs and rules, because the fruit of worship can be affected by small negligence. In today’s time, when women try to celebrate the festivals in a busy lifestyle, then it is very important to know what to do and what not to do during Vat Savitri fast.
Rules of Vat Savitri Vrat: What to do (Vat Savitri Vrat Dos)
1. Do the true reverence and mind fast
Fasting is not done only by body, but also with mind and soul. So on this day, wake up early in the morning, take a bath and wear pure clothes and take a pledge to fast with all your heart. Be mentally positive and show full loyalty in worship.
2. Do worship Vat tree
The main center of worship of this fast is Banyan tree. Offer water to the root of the Vat tree, wrap raw cotton or thread around it and revolve around 7 or 108 times. Offer water, roli, rice, fruits, flowers and vermilion to the tree.
3. Must listen or read the story of Savitri-Satywan
The listening to the mythology of Savitri and Satyavan is considered extremely fruitful during worship. This not only completes worship, but also gives an inspirational story to the mind.
4. Meditate and pray
After worshiping, spend some time in meditation or quietly prayer. It gives mental peace and further enhances the power of fasting.
5. Keep a sense of charity and service
A major purpose of the fast is the spirit of spiritual purification and service. On this day, giving food, clothes or Dakshina to the poor is considered auspicious. This increases the virtue of the fast manifold.
What not to do in Vat Savitri fast
1. Avoid anger or bitter speech on the day of fasting
It is necessary to keep the mind pure on this day. Anger, discord, abusive or negative thinking can reduce the effects of fasting. Try to keep a restrained and benign behavior throughout the day.
2. Nail cutting, hair washing or haircut is forbidden
According to traditional rules on the day of fasting, body beauty functions like hair cutting, nail cutting, soap in hair etc. are considered taboo.
3. Do not harm the tree tree
Some people break the branch of the Vat tree in ignorance or put feet at its root. It is considered inauspicious from the point of view of worship. Protect the tree, do not harm it.
4. Avoid breaking fast
Vat Savitri fast is observed as Nirjala or Falahari fast. Try to observe the fast throughout the day and avoid breaking the rules. If you have some food for health reasons, eat fruit or plain food.
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