Chhath Puja 2027: Date, Timings & Significance
Unique Hindu festival honoring the setting Sun – devotees fast & perform sacred water rituals
Chhath Puja 2027 will be observed on Thursday, 4 November, with devotees performing rigorous fasting and sacred sun rituals. This festival uniquely honors the setting Sun through water offerings at sunrise/sunset. Primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh.
The festival occurs on Tithi Shashthi (6th lunar day) in Shukla Paksha (waxing moon phase) of Margashirsha month. Key rituals include Nahay Khay (holy bath), Kharna (breaking fast with kheer), and dual Argya ceremonies at sunrise/sunset.
The traditions are most prominent in Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar regions. Devotees maintain a 36-hour fast and perform complex rituals facing the rising/setting Sun, making it one of Hinduism's most physically demanding festivals.
Significance & Scriptural Basis
Chhath Puja (2027-11-04) is a rigorous solar festival where devotees offer arghya to the rising and setting sun. It symbolizes gratitude for life-sustaining energy and purification (drikpanchang.com). The Shashthi tithi under Shukla Paksha aligns with the sun's journey, as per Vedic principles (calendarlabs.com). Unique to Hinduism, it emphasizes communal devotion through water rituals and fasting (wikipedia.org).
Puja Vidhi
- Step 1: Nahay Khay - Holy bath in water bodies followed by prasadam meal
- Step 2: Kharna - 36-hour fasting broken with kheer at specific time
- Step 3: Sandhya Arghya - Offerings to setting sun during sunset (17:30)
- Step 4: Night vigil with prayers and songs
- Step 5: Usha Arghya - Next morning's sunrise offerings (06:40, 2027-11-05)
- Step 6: Break fast after final prayers and community feast
Shubh Muhurat
The abhijit muhurat (11:43-12:26) is ideal for rituals. Sandhya Arghya must align with sunset (17:30). Avoid rahu kaal (13:26-14:47) and yamaghanta (06:39-08:00). Night rituals should conclude before 00:05 (kaal_ratri) (engine_computed).
Remedies
- Holud Udak: Drink turmeric-infused water during fasting to balance doshas (Ayurvedic tradition).
- Coconut Offerings: Place coconut near worship area to attract positive energy (regional practice).
- Sankalpa Chanting: Recite 'Om Suryaya Namah' 108 times daily for spiritual focus (scriptural upay).
Fasting (Vrat)
Observant devotees perform nahay khay (holy bath and meal) before fasting. The 36-hour vrat is broken with kheer at kharna time (puja_vidhi_hint).
Regional Variations
In Bihar, rituals feature traditional songs like 'Kajari'. Jharkhand includes 'Jharkhandi' folk dances. Uttar Pradesh observes 'Chhath Ghorai' with clay lamps. Some communities use 'Thetha' (wheat-flour balls) as prasad (regional_names + sources).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Chhath Puja 2027?
Chhath Puja 2027 will be observed on Thursday, 4 November 2027, with the main Sandhya Arghya at sunset (17:30) and Usha Arghya on Friday, 5 November at sunrise (06:40).
What is the significance of Chhath Puja?
It is one of the most rigorous Hindu festivals where devotees offer arghya to the setting sun while standing in water. Unique for worshipping the sun during sunset, it is primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh (sources: drikpanchang.com, officeholidays.com).
How is Chhath Puja celebrated?
The festival spans four days: Nahay Khay (holy bath and meal), Kharna (36-hour fast broken with kheer), Sandhya Arghya (evening offerings to the setting sun), and Usha Arghya (morning offerings to the rising sun on the next day).
What puja items are needed for Chhath Puja?
Traditional requirements include kheer (prepared during Kharna), fruits, water, and items for holy bath. However, the exact list isn't specified in the provided data.
Should one fast on Chhath Puja?
Yes, fasting is integral to the observance. Devotees undergo a 36-hour fast during the Kharna phase, broken only with kheer (sources: puja_vidhi_hint, festival_muhurat).
What are the muhurat timings for Chhath Puja?
Key timings include Sandhya Arghya at sunset (17:30) and Usha Arghya at sunrise (06:40 next day). Avoid Rahu Kaal (13:26-14:47) and Yamaghanta (06:39-08:00) for rituals.
What is the difference between Chhath Puja and related festivals?
Unlike most Hindu festivals, Chhath uniquely honors the setting sun and involves standing in water for prolonged rituals. It is distinct from festivals like Kartik Purnima (full-moon rituals) or Surya Namaskar-centric observances.
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