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Importance of Karva

Karva means ‘Karva’ i.e. the clay pot which is considered to be the form of the revered Lord Ganesha. Lord Ganesha is the factor of water element and the spout attached to the Karva is considered to be a symbol of Lord Ganesha’s trunk. During the worship of Karva Chauth, an earthen pot is kept filled with water. It is considered a symbol of auspiciousness and auspiciousness. According to a religious belief, Karva Mata had prayed to Yamraj to save her husband from the crocodile. Karva Mata’s picture is kept in the puja and her story is heard.

Importance of lamp and sieve

The light of the lamp is considered a symbol of knowledge, positivity and auspiciousness. On Karva Chauth, women first look at the moon through a sieve and then look at their husband’s face. The story of Veervati is popular behind this. It is believed that Veervati’s brothers had created the illusion of the moon emerging by placing a lamp in a sieve, after which Veervati broke her fast.

importance of straw

The straw used in the worship of Karva Chauth is considered a symbol of the power of Karva Mata. According to the legend, when the crocodile caught hold of Karva’s husband’s leg, she prayed to Yamraj to protect her husband with his tenacity and courage. Pleased with her devotion, Yamraj gave life to her husband. Due to this belief, straw is said to have special importance in worship.

Importance of Kalash and puja thali

On Karva Chauth, Arghya is offered to the Moon in an earthen or copper vessel. In religious beliefs, Kalash is considered a symbol of happiness, prosperity and Mars. Roli, Akshat, lamp, flowers, sweets and water are kept in the puja thali. In some traditions, barley is also placed on top of the karva, which is considered a symbol of prosperity and happiness.