Wearing a garland of Syahu on the day of Ahoi Ashtami is considered a symbol of longevity and good fortune of the child. During the puja, this garland is offered to Goddess Ahoi and decorated with vermilion, sandalwood and rice. It is auspicious to wear garland after tilak and pranam.
Ahoi Ashtami 2025: Ahoi Ashtami is celebrated on the Ashtami date of Kartik month. Mothers observe this fast for the longevity and prosperity of their children. On this day, women observe Nirjala fast throughout the day and in the evening, after worshiping Ahoi Mata, they conclude the fast by offering Arghya to the stars. There is special significance of wearing Syahu Mala during the puja on this day. Let us know when is Ahoi Ashtami, what is its significance and why Syahu Mala is worn on this day. What is the religious reason behind this?
Ahoi Ashtami date 2025
This year, Ahoi Ashtami Vrat will be observed on Monday, 13 October 2025. According to the Panchang, Ashtami Tithi will start from 12:24 am on October 13 and will continue till 11:09 am on October 14. Therefore, this fast will be observed on 13th October.
auspicious time of puja
According to the Panchang, the auspicious time of Ahoi Ashtami Puja will be from 5:53 pm to 7:08 pm. The time of offering Arghya to the stars will be from 6:17 pm and the moon will rise at 11:20 pm. In this auspicious time, women ritually worship Ahoi Mata and pray for the well-being of their children.
What is the religious significance of wearing Syahu Mala on Ahoi Ashtami?
In Hinduism, wearing Syahu Mala on the day of Ahoi Ashtami is considered extremely auspicious. Syahu Mala is considered a symbol of longevity and good fortune. It is believed that by wearing this garland, Goddess Ahoi is pleased and all the troubles of the children are removed.
What is Syahu Mala like?
Syahu Mala is usually made of silver. A garland is made by stringing small beads on a thread. Before wearing it, it is considered auspicious to offer it to the Goddess during puja.
How to worship Syahu Mala?
- On the day of Ahoi Ashtami, apply vermillion and sandalwood paste on the rosary.
- Sprinkle rice on the garland.
- Offer it to Goddess Ahoi.
- After placing the garland on the goddess, apply tilak.
How to wear Syahu Mala?
- After placing garland and applying tilak, pay obeisance to Goddess Ahoi.
- Wish your children long life.
- After this, take off the garland and wear it yourself.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article has been taken from religious texts, scholars and astrologers. We are just a medium to deliver this information to you. Users should consider this information as information only.