VAT SAVITRI 2023
Married women in India observe a fast and commemorate Vat Savitri by tying a sacred thread around a banyan tree known as the Vat or Banyan Tree. The holiday is named in honour of Savitri, a mythical Hindu princess who battled against the death god Yama to save her husband's life. Vat Savitri is a very important star in Vedic astrology since it is thought to bestow wealth, joy, and marital pleasure upon couples. We’ll go into the astrological importance of Vat Savitri and how it affects married life in this essay.
The Hindu month of Jyeshtha, which often falls in May or June, has a festival called Vat Savitri on its Amavasya, or new moon day. This is a fortunate moment for married couples, according to Dharmikshree, as the planet Venus' beneficial influences are supposed to be amplified by the stars and planets' positions at this time. The signs of Taurus and Libra are connected to Venus, the planet of love, romance, beauty, and creativity. Marriage is claimed to be strongly influenced by the planet, which is also said to enhance marriages' happiness and harmony.
ASTROLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF VAT SAVITRI
On the day of Vat Savitri Married women observe a fast and offer prayers for their husbands' long life and wellbeing. A banyan tree, thought to represent Lord Brahma, the universe's creator, is wrapped in a sacred thread by women. According to Hindu mythology, the tree is sacred and represents wisdom and endless life. The fast and the thread-tying ritual are thought to be ways for women to express their devotion to their husbands and ask for blessings for a long and happy marriage.
The banyan tree is related to Jupiter, the planet of wisdom, knowledge, and spirituality, according to Vedic astrology. Jupiter is thought to have a favourable effect on marital relationships and is credited with bringing couples luck and riches. The banyan tree is revered as a representation of steadiness and expansion and is thought to shield the family from harmful forces and influences.
The Vat Savitri festival is also associated with the nakshatra or lunar mansion of Jyeshta, which is ruled by the planet Mercury. Mercury is the planet of communication, intellect, and commerce, and is associated with the sign of Gemini and Virgo. The planet is said to have a strong influence on mental and intellectual abilities, and is believed to enhance communication and understanding in relationships. The Jyeshta nakshatra is believed to have a positive influence on married life, and is said to bring prosperity, wealth, and happiness to couples.
According to Guruji, the Vat Savitri festival is a good time to consider your marriage and take actions to make it stronger. The event is a great opportunity to consult an astrologer and implement treatments to get rid of any problematic karmic patterns that might be affecting the marriage.
MYTHOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF VAT SAVITRI
The event is established in honour of Savitri, a famous woman respected for her loyalty and devotion to her husband Satyavan .Hindu legend describes Satyavan as a nobleman who lost his country and settled in the jungle. When Satyavan fell ill one day while gathering firewood, it became clear that he would pass away that day. As the deity of death, Yama, approached Satyavan's body to take his soul, Savitri stepped in and pleaded with Yama to grant her a wish. Savitri asked to be granted the right to have kids with her spouse.
The wish was granted, and Savitri accompanied Yama as he took Satyavan's spirit away. After three days of her following Yama, he eventually consented to grant her another desire. Savitri requested for Satyavan's life to be restored, and Yama granted her wish out of admiration for her devotion and loyalty.The love, devotion, and strength of a wife's prayers are all major aspects in the tale of Savitri and Satyavan.
TIMING OF VAT SAVITRI 2023
Friday 19 May 2023
Amavasya Tithi Begins: May 18, 2023, Starts at 09:42 PM
Amavasya Tithi ends: 19 May 2023 till 09:22 PM
GUIDE FOR NEWLY WED BRIDES
If you have just got married and you are observing Vat Savitri fast for the first time, then first of all you should know about the rules related to this fast and the necessary materials for worship.
For the worship of Vat Savitri, you need an idol or photo of Savitri-Satyawan, kalava, akshat, vermilion, makeup items, bamboo fan, lamp-incense, ghee, banyan fruit and seasonal fruits, flowers, supari, roli, batashe, coconut, paan, durva, some cash etc. will be required.
HOW TO PERFORM THE PUJA
The first step is to wake up early in the morning and take a bath. Wear clean and traditional attire. You can also wear a yellow or red sari, which are considered auspicious for the occasion.
Set up a small puja mandap or altar in a clean and sacred place in your home. You will need a picture or idol of Savitri, a Vat tree (Banyan tree), and a small pot of water.Light a lamp or diya and incense sticks to invoke the blessings of the deity. Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to the goddess. You can also offer coconut, betel leaves, and nuts.Tie a sacred thread or a piece of cloth around the trunk of the Vat tree, and circulate it three, seven or twelve times. Pray for the well-being and long life of your husband.Offer water to the Vat tree while chanting the following mantra:
"ॐ वट वृक्षये नमः"
You can also chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra 108 times and। यम मंत्र
ॐ सूर्यपुत्राय विद्महे, महाकालाय धीमहि। तन्नो यम: प्रचोदयात्।
for your husband’s long life.
Sit in front of the puja altar and recite the Vat Savitri Vrat Katha or the story of Savitri and Satyavan. The story is about Savitri, who saved her husband from the clutches of death by using her wit and devotion to Lord Yama, the god of death.After the recitation of the story, tie a sacred thread around the trunk of the Vat tree, and pray for the well-being and long life of your husband.Finally, offer the prasad to the deity, and distribute it among family and friends. You can also donate food or money to the needy on this auspicious day.
