Ahoi Ashtami Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Ahoi Ashtami is observed by mothers for the welfare of their children. It falls on Kartik Krishna Ashtami. Mothers observe a fast and worship Ahoi Mata (or the constellation Saptarishi).
Ahoi Ashtami Mythology & Legend
According to legend, a woman accidentally caused the death of a lion cub while digging soil. She was cursed with the loss of her sons. She observed the Ahoi vrat and was blessed with their return. The vrat is observed by drawing the image of Ahoi Mata and her children.
Ahoi Ashtami Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Observe a full-day fast (no water in strict observance) until star sighting.
- In the evening, draw the figure of Ahoi Mata and her children on the wall.
- Offer milk, sweets, and prasad; listen to the Ahoi Ashtami katha.
- After sighting the stars, break the fast with the prepared prasad.
Ahoi Ashtami Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ अहोई मात्रे नमः
oṃ ahoī mātre namaḥ
Salutations to Ahoi Mata
Ahoi Ashtami Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Prasad after star sighting
- ●Sattu
- ●Fruits
Ahoi Ashtami Regional Celebrations across India
North India(अहोई अष्टमी)
Mother's fast for children
UP/Rajasthan(अहोई अष्टमी)
Katha, star sighting
Ahoi Ashtami Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Observe fast
- ✓Draw Ahoi Mata figure
- ✓Listen to katha
- ✓Break after star sighting
Don'ts
- ✗Do not break before stars appear
- ✗Avoid eating during fast
- ✗Do not skip the katha
Ahoi Ashtami — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ahoi Ashtami?
- Ahoi Ashtami is observed by mothers for the welfare of their children.
- What are the Ahoi Ashtami puja rituals?
- Observe a full-day fast (no water in strict observance) until star sighting.; In the evening, draw the figure of Ahoi Mata and her children on the wall.; Offer milk, sweets, and prasad; listen to the Ahoi Ashtami katha.; After sighting the stars, break the fast with the prepared prasad.
- What to eat on Ahoi Ashtami?
- Prasad after star sighting, Sattu, Fruits
- What should you do on Ahoi Ashtami?
- Observe fast; Draw Ahoi Mata figure; Listen to katha
- What should you avoid on Ahoi Ashtami?
- Do not break before stars appear; Avoid eating during fast; Do not skip the katha
- Which deity is worshipped on Ahoi Ashtami?
- Ahoi Ashtami is dedicated to Ahoi Mata.