Vrat & Fasting
Step-by-step guides to popular Hindu vrats — when to keep them, the vidhi, what to eat, and the benefits devotees seek.
Ekadashi Vrat
Ekadashi vrat kaise kare aur kya khaye — a simple, complete guide to the fortnightly fast devoted to Lord Vishnu.
Ekadashi — the 11th lunar day, twice every month
Somvar Vrat (Monday Fast)
Somvar vrat ke fayde aur vidhi — the Monday fast for Lord Shiva, popular among those praying for a good marriage and family harmony.
Every Monday (especially in the month of Sawan)
Mangalvar Vrat (Tuesday Fast)
Mangalvar vrat for Hanuman ji — vidhi, niyam and benefits of the Tuesday fast for strength, courage and protection.
Every Tuesday
Shanivar Vrat (Saturday Fast)
Shanivar vrat vidhi for Shani Dev — how to keep the Saturday fast to ease Shani's effects and invite patience and discipline.
Every Saturday
Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat
Sankashti Chaturthi vrat for Ganesh ji — the moon-sighting fast kept each month to remove obstacles and fulfil wishes.
Chaturthi in Krishna Paksha, every month
Shukravar Vrat (Friday Fast)
Shukravar vrat for Santoshi Mata — vidhi, niyam and the famous 'no sour food' rule of the sixteen-Friday fast.
Every Friday (commonly 16 Fridays)