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Ekadashi Vrat
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Purification of mind and soul
Ekadashi is the eleventh day of the lunar fortnight. Observing this fast helps devotees attain moksha and removes sins. It is believed that Lord Vishnu sleeps during Chaturmas and wakes up on Prabodhini Ekadashi.
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Karva Chauth
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For husband's long life and prosperity
Karva Chauth is observed by married women for their husband's well-being. The legend tells of Queen Veervati who saved her husband's life through the power of this fast.
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Navratri Vrat
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Worship of Divine Mother
Navratri celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over demon Mahishasura. The nine days represent the nine forms of the goddess and are observed with fasting and prayers.
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Maha Shivaratri Vrat
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Night of Lord Shiva
Maha Shivaratri is the night when Lord Shiva performed the cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and destruction. Devotees stay awake all night chanting and worshipping.
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Janmashtami Vrat
Significance:
Birth of Lord Krishna
Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna at midnight. Devotees fast during the day and break it after midnight prayers and celebrations.
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Pradosh Vrat
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Evening worship of Shiva
Pradosh is the twilight period considered auspicious for Shiva worship. The 13th day of lunar fortnight is especially powerful for prayers and fasting.
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