The auspicious Ekadant Sankashti Chaturthi arrives on May 5, a Tuesday dedicated to the obstacle-removing Ekadant Ganesha. Celebrated during Vaishakha Krishna Paksha Chaturthi, this vrat focuses on Ganesha’s single-tusked avatar, celebrated among the eight Ashtavinayak shrines.
Ancient tales recount how Parashurama’s parashu struck Ganesha’s tusk during a divine encounter with Shiva, birthing the Ekadant legend. Devotees fast and pray for wisdom, fortune, and triumph over hurdles. Traditional offerings include sweets like modak and laddus alongside fresh durva.
Key timings: Sunrise 5:37 AM, sunset 6:59 PM, moonrise 10:35 PM. Chaturthi lingers all night, with Jyeshtha Nakshatra till afternoon and Shiva Yoga late into the night.
Fortune favors the bold on this day, with Abhijit Muhurat (11:51 AM-12:45 PM) suiting all rituals and Vijay Muhurat (2:32-3:25 PM) ensuring success in new starts. Brahma Muhurat offers dawn serenity (4:12-4:55 AM), Godhuli the evening glow (6:57-7:19 PM).
Avoid Rahu Kaal (3:38-5:19 PM) and Yamaganda (8:58-10:38 AM) to sidestep inauspicious vibes.
This stellar muhurat synergy elevates Ekadant Sankashti into a powerhouse day for spiritual and worldly pursuits, drawing countless faithful.
