Karwa Chauth, involving rituals and community celebration, is a Hindu festival where married women fast for their husbands' health and longevity.
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Here are some key aspects of Karwa Chauth
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Meaning and Significance
Karwa Chauth, derived from "Karwa" (clay pot) and "Chauth" (Chaturthi), is a festival celebrated by married Hindu women for the health, happiness, and longevity of their husbands.
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Pre-Dawn Rituals
Women wake up early to eat a pre-dawn meal called sargi, often gifted by their mothers-in-law, before observing a nirjala (waterless) fast from sunrise until moonrise.
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Festive Celebrations
After seeing the moon, women dressed in traditional attire use a sieve to offer arghya to the moon and their husbands, symbolizing love and devotion.
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Mythological Stories
The festival is rooted in various myths, including the tale of Karwa, who saved her husband from death by confronting Yama, the god of death.
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Historical Context
Karwa Chauth, originating in northwestern India, was traditionally a gathering for the wives of soldiers, where they prayed for their husbands' safety during military campaigns.