Champa Shashthi
What is Champa Shashti: Champa Shashthi is a festival of Hindu religion, which is celebrated on the Shashthi date of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month. It is mainly dedicated to Khandoba, an incarnation of Lord Shiva, who is considered a symbol of the victory of good over evil. This festival is celebrated with great pomp in Maharashtra and Karnataka. This time this festival is being celebrated on Wednesday, 26th November. There are different mythological stories related to this festival and on this occasion there is a tradition of worshiping Khandoba Dev.
Importance of Champa Shashthi
Worship of Lord Khandoba: This festival is for the worship of Martanda Bhairava incarnation of Lord Shiva, also known as Khandoba.
Victory of good over bad: The festival of Champa Shashthi marks the victory of Lord Khandoba over the demons Malla and Mani.
Happiness and prosperity: It is believed that observing this fast brings happiness in life, sins are washed away and wishes are fulfilled.
Relation to Kartikeya: On this day Lord Kartikeya had killed the demon Tarakasura and on this day he was appointed the commander.
Why is Champa Shashthi called Baingan Chhath?
On this day, brinjal is especially offered to Khandoba, the incarnation of Lord Shiva, hence it is also called Baingan Chhath. On the day of Champa Shashthi, devotees worship Khandoba and observe a fast to seek her blessings. After the puja, devotees also distribute Prasad. Jejuri Khandoba Temple located near Pune is considered to be the main center of celebration of this festival.
Who is Khandoba Lord?
Lord Khandoba is considered to be an incarnation of Lord Shiva, who is called Martand Bhairav. In Maharashtra and Kerala, Khandoba Dev is considered the god of farmers and shepherds. The most famous temple of Lord Khandoba is located in Jejuri village of Solapur district of Maharashtra. On the occasion of Khandoba Jayanti, devotees play Holi with turmeric in this temple, which is a very charming sight. On the day of Khandoba Jayanti, a procession is also taken out with the drums of Khandoba. Khandoba is also worshiped by the names of Malhari Martand, Mallari and Khanderai.
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