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Rohini Vrat significance: Rohini fast holds special importance in Jainism. This fast is mainly observed by women of Jain community for the longevity, happiness, prosperity and well-being of the family of their husbands. In such a situation, the question in the minds of the devotees is whether Rohini fast will be observed on January 1 or January 2? Let us know its exact date, auspicious time and method of worship.
Exact date and time of Rohini fast 2026
According to the Vedic calendar, this time Rohini fast will be observed on 1 January 2026.
date: 1 January 2026, Thursday
Date: Paush month, Trayodashi of Shukla Paksha (till 10:22 pm)
Rohini Nakshatra: On January 1, from morning till late night till 10:48 minutes.
Special Yoga: Shivvas Yoga is also being formed on this day, which is considered very auspicious for worship.
Importance and purpose of Rohini fast
Rohini Vrat is observed with devotion mainly by the women of Jain community. There are many deep religious and social objectives hidden behind this fast.
Long life of husband: Women observe this fast to pray for the longevity and good health of their husbands.
Happiness-Prosperity: It is considered effective in removing poverty from home and maintaining happiness and peace in the family.
Spiritual purification: According to Jain beliefs, this fast is helpful in removing the disorders of the soul and getting freedom from the bondage of karma.
Child Happiness: This fast is also observed for the happiness and progress of the children.
Adorable God: Who is worshipped?
In Jainism: On the day of Rohini fast, Jain followers offer special worship to the 12th Tirthankar Lord Vasupujya.
Rohini fast worship method
On the day of fasting, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. Take a pledge to fast. Install the idol or picture of Lord Vasupujya on a clean platform. Offer flowers, incense and fruits to God. It is auspicious to go to Jain temples and do Samayik and puja. On this day, donating food or food to the poor as per one’s capacity is considered virtuous. On this day, stay away from Tamasic food and keep Satvik thoughts in your mind. Break the fast only after the end of Rohini Nakshatra the next day.
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