Rohini Vrat is a significant Hindu ritual observed by married women to seek the blessings of Goddess Rohini, the consort of Lord Chandra (the Moon God). Here are some key aspects of Rohini Vrat:
- Purpose: Women observe Rohini Vrat to:
- Ensure a happy and prosperous married life
- Seek conjugal bliss and harmony
- Gain spiritual growth and merit
- Observance:
- Fast on the day of Rohini Nakshatra (the Moon's asterism)
- Worship Goddess Rohini and Lord Chandra
- Listen to the story of Rohini Vrat and its significance
- Perform puja, archana, and recite mantras
- Significance:
- Rohini Vrat strengthens marital bonds and ensures a happy married life
- It blesses women with prosperity, good health, and offspring
- It symbolizes the triumph of devotion, loyalty, and virtue
- Duration: Typically observed for 1-3 years, with a minimum of 1 year
Rohini Vrat is an important aspect of Hindu culture, promoting the values of marriage, family, and devotion. By observing this vrat, women seek to strengthen their relationships and achieve spiritual growth.
Here are the dates for Rohini Vrat in 2024
- May 10
- June 6
- July 5
- August 3
- August 31
- September 29
- October 28
- November 26
- December 25
Rohini Vrat is observed by women in Hindu and Jain communities for the long life and prosperity of their family members ².