BHADRA KA VICHAR-CHATURTHI KA ACHAAR-
AUR GANESH JI KA TYOHAAR

Mahima about Bhadrapada

Bhadrapada month is considered challenging in astrology because it is linked with the Bhadrapada constellation, whose very meaning implies fear and unexpected events. During this time, the Sun is in Dakshinayana (southern course), and the season shifts from monsoon to autumn, creating unstable energies that often bring illness, disputes, and mental unrest. Astrologically, it is also called a “void month,” where major undertakings like marriage, property purchase, or starting new ventures are considered inauspicious. It is a period where excess pitta (heat), emotional instability, and imbalance of Saturn and Mars can lead to anger and conflicts. Hence, the month is best used for peace, charity, and spiritual practices. Above all, worship of Lord Ganesha becomes especially powerful, since He is the remover of obstacles and is believed to have manifested on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi, protecting devotees from the month’s negativity.
The Rigvedic tradition also affirms, विनायकानां वेदप्रियः भाद्रपदचतुर्थ्यां यज्ञः
signifying that yajna offered to Vinayaka on this sacred day is supremely beloved to the Vedas.
Lets understand first about Chaturthi and then Ganesh Chaturthi as follows-
According to the Hindu Panchanga, the Chaturthi Tithi is observed as the fourth lunar day. This sacred date is also known as Rikta Tithi. In Jyotiṣa (Vedic astrology), each tithi is used with deep significance, and Chaturthi carries its own special vibration.
In the science of Muhurta (auspicious timing), tithis always play an essential role. Chaturthi, however, is generally not counted among the traditionally “Subha tithis” (purely auspicious ones). This very uniqueness makes its influence special in many spiritual ways.
A tithi is formed by the difference in degrees between the Sun and the Moon. The Chaturthi Tithi arrives twice every month – once in Sukla Pakṣa (the bright half of the Moon) and once in Kṛiṣhṇa Pakṣha (the dark half of the Moon).This sacred day holds an important place in the Hindu calendar, especially for specific sadhana (spiritual practices), anushthana (rituals), and devotion.
People born on Chaturthi Tithi carry the energy of Rikta Tithi, which makes them intelligent, sharp-minded, and natural problem-solvers, but often restless and inwardly dissatisfied. Their lives usually bring early struggles, obstacles, and inner conflicts, yet with time and maturity, they gain wisdom, stability, and success. Such natives are independent, sensitive, and connected deeply with Lord Ganesha, so though hurdles may appear often, divine help also arrives when needed. Career-wise, they do well in analytical, creative, or knowledge-based fields like engineering, law, politics, research, healing, or even astrology. In relationships, they may face misunderstandings or delays, while wealth and recognition generally come gradually, after sustained effort. Spiritually, they are destined to transform struggles into deep wisdom, becoming guides and helpers to others, fulfilling Ganesha’s energy of removing obstacles and spreading light.
Chaturthi people are basically jugglers they are always having, multiple interest which is the effect of rikta tithi but it also ensures there incredible learning quality.
वक्रतुंड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा ॥

There pattern is like- usually face unsettled beginnings, with struggles in education, family harmony, or self-confidence before the age of 24. A major turning point comes between 28–32 years, when career or personal stability begins to form, showing the grace of Lord Ganesha. From 36 years onwards, obstacles gradually reduce and opportunities for growth increase, while around 42–48 years they often experience sudden breakthroughs in wealth, recognition, or achievements after long effort. By 52 years and beyond, their journey turns more spiritual, bringing inner peace, maturity, and the role of guiding or advising others. Thus, Chaturthi natives live a life that transforms from early struggle to late blooming success, carrying the divine protection of Ganesha throughout.
Ganesh Chaturthi – The Sacred Day of Auspicious Beginnings
Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most beloved and spiritually powerful festivals of Sanatan Dharma. It falls on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Bhadrapada. On this day, devotees celebrate the appearance of Lord Ganesh, the remover of obstacles and the giver of wisdom, prosperity, and joy.

How you get to know about this vrat so there are some below references-
1. Skanda Purana – Birth of Ganesh
The Skanda Purana narrates that Lord Ganesh manifested on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.

भाद्रे मासि सिते पक्षे चतुर्थ्यां मंगलायुताम् ।
तदा जातो विनायकः सर्वसिद्धि प्रदायकः ॥
Which means-On the sacred fourth day of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha, coinciding with Tuesday, Lord Vinayaka appeared. He is the bestower of all success and perfection.

here you can see that Tuesday Is mars so people who have mars mercury combination can do this vrat and worshipping also is good for lord Ganesh who is having issues.

2. Brahma Vaivarta Purana – Power of the Vrat
This Purana explains that observing the Ganesh Chaturthi vrat (fast) and worshipping Ganesh with devotion removes all obstacles and grants knowledge, wealth, and progeny.

चतुर्थ्यां यः करेन्मर्त्यः शुक्लपक्षे विधिप्रियम् ।
तस्य विघ्ना न जायन्ते सर्वं कार्यं सफल्यमेत् ॥
Meaning is- Whoever performs this vrat with faith on Ganesh Chaturthi will never face obstacles, and all their endeavours will succeed.

3. Ganapati Atharvashirsha – The Cosmic Ganesh
The Atharvashirsha Upanishad reveals Ganesh as the very essence of creation, preservation, and dissolution.

त्वं मूर्तित्रयात्मकः । त्वं एव केवलं कर्ताऽसि ।
त्वं एव केवलं धर्ताऽसि । त्वं एव केवलं हर्ताऽसि ॥
Meaning is – O Ganesh, you embody the three divine forms. You alone are the Creator, the Sustainer, and the Dissolver of the universe.

4. The Moon-Sighting Story
A famous story describes how Lord Krishna was once falsely accused of stealing a jewel. Sage Narada revealed that the blemish came because Krishna had seen the Moon on Ganesh Chaturthi night.
Ganesh then blessed devotees, declaring
“Whoever observes My vrat on this day and offers water to the Moon will be freed from all blemishes.”

चतुर्थ्यां यः करेन्मर्त्यः शुक्ले मासि विनायकम् ।
न स दोषं लभेत् तस्य चन्द्रदर्शनसम्भवम् ॥
Meaning A devotee who worships Ganesh on this day is freed from the blemish that arises from seeing the Moon.
5. Ganesh in the Mahabharata
When Sage Vyasa wished to dictate the Mahabharata, he invoked Ganesh as the divine scribe. This sacred task began on Ganesh Chaturthi.
(Mahabharata, Adi Parva)
व्यास उवाच —
लेखको भव मे गुह्यं गणेश त्वं गणाधिप ।
त्वया विना न शक्नोमि कर्तुं कर्म महदिदम् ॥
Meaning Vyasa prayed, “O Ganesh, Lord of all hosts! Be the writer of my great work. Without You, I cannot complete this mighty task.”
Thus, Ganesh Chaturthi became a day associated with wisdom, knowledge, and creativity.
6. Ganapati in the Rigveda
The earliest Vedic reference to Ganapati is found in the Rigveda (2.23)

गणानां त्वा गणपतिं हवामहे कविं कवीनामुपमश्रवस्तमम् ।
ज्येष्ठराजं ब्रह्मणां ब्रह्मणस्पत आ नः शृण्वन्नूतिभिः सीदसादनम् ॥
Meaning is – We invoke You, O Ganapati, Lord of the groups and chief among the wise. You are the most renowned among seers, the ruler of sacred prayers. Please hear us and be seated among us with Your blessings.

7. Ramayana Tradition its mentioned as by Valmiki Ji
Though not explicitly mentioned in Valmiki’s Ramayana, the tradition affirms that no auspicious act begins without invoking Ganesh. Tulsidas too begins his Ramcharitmanas with a verse on Ganesh

विनायक बरनउँ गणपति गौरीसुत,
विघ्नविनाशक मंगलमूर्ति ॥
Meaning is-I bow to Lord Ganesh, son of Gauri, remover of obstacles, and embodiment of auspiciousness.
The Vrat Katha is as follows in short
Once, the gods asked Lord Brahma “Why do human beings face obstacles in their lives, and what is the remedy?”
Brahma replied

“By worshipping Lord Ganesh on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi, all obstacles are removed and every wish is fulfilled.”
Thus began the observance of Ganesh Chaturthi vrat. The story of the Moon-Sighting blemish and its remedy also forms part of this sacred narrative.

Steps to be considered-

1. Morning Purification Take a holy bath and resolve— “I shall perform the sacred vrat of Lord Vinayaka.”
2. Sthapna- Place a clay or metal idol of Ganesh in the northeast corner of the home.
STHAPNA MUHRAT
11:05 AM – 1:40 PM
3. Worship Offer the 16-fold Shodashopachara Puja—sandal, flowers, durva grass, modaks, incense, lamp, and prayers.

SHODASHUPCHARA MEANS
The sixteen upacharas of worship (Shoḍaopachara) represent the complete way of honouring the Divine as a revered guest. They begin with Avahana, the invocation, followed by Asana, offering a sacred seat. Then comes Padya, washing the feet, Arghya, offering water to the hands, and Acamanīya, giving water to sip. The deity is then bathed through Snana, adorned with Vastra (clothing) and Yagyopavita (sacred thread). Fragrance is offered as Gandha, along with Puṣpa, fresh flowers, and Dhoopa, incense smoke. Illumination is brought through Deepa, the sacred lamp, after which Naivedya, food, is lovingly presented, followed by Tambula, the betel leaf. The worship culminates with Arati, waving the light in reverence, and Namaskara or Visarjana, offering final salutations and respectfully bidding farewell.

4. Mantra Japa Recite “Om Gam Ganapataye Namah” at least 108 times.
5. Story & Prayer Listen to or read the vrat katha and avoid seeing the Moon directly.
6. Offerings Present modaks, laddus, red flowers, and durva to Ganesh.
7. Discipline Maintain purity of thought—avoid anger, falsehood, and disputes through the day.