Sakat Chauth 2023 Moonrise Time: Today is Sakat Chauth on 10th January. On this day people keep waterless fast for the safety of their children. Ganesh ji is worshiped on this special occasion. On the other hand, along with the worship of Ganapati Bappa, the Moon is also worshiped on this day. At night, ritually offer Arghya to the moon and worship it. Sakat Chauth’s fast is completed by crossing it. Moon rises late in Krishna Paksha.
The crescent moon will be visible in Mumbai at 9.13 pm
Today, on the day of Sakat Chauth i.e. Tuesday, January 10, the moonrise will be at 08:41. But there may be a slight difference in the time of rising of the moon in different cities. Today, on Sakat Chauth, there will be moonrise at 9.13 minutes in Mumbai city. It is also known by names like Sankashti Chaturthi, Sakat Chauth, Tilkut Chauth, Maghi Chauth, Lambodar Sankashti, Tilkut Chaturthi and Sankata Chauth etc. According to the mythology related to the celebration of Sakat Chauth festival, on this day Mother Parvati appeared to Ganesha.
Method of offering Arghya to the Moon on Sakat Chauth
On Sakat Chauth, after the moonrise in the night, first of all offerings should be made to the moon by mixing roli, sandalwood, honey, flowers, milk and water. Keep in mind that while offering arghya to the moon, splashes of water should not fall on the feet. Open your fast after offering Arghya.
The fast of Sakat Chauth is considered successful and complete only after offering Arghya to the moon. This brings good luck and the child gets the blessings of longevity. On the other hand, in astrology, the moon has been called the factor of the mind. In such a situation, by offering Arghya to the moon, the negative thoughts coming in the mind go away and the moon defect in the horoscope also goes away.
