Hello Friends! Today we will talk about Santoshi Mata, who showers blessings on her devotees. Santoshi Mata is considered the goddess of happiness, prosperity and contentment. Let us take a look at his divine aarti, Friday fast method, vrat katha, and benefits of his devotion.

Santoshi Mata Aarti

Santoshi Mata fasting story

Santoshi Mata’s fast is considered extremely fruitful. This tale describes an old woman and her seven sons. The youngest son was a handyman and his wife was of very religious nature. Similarly, one day… ( You will get the complete story of Santoshi Mata Vrat online or from religious books )

Friday fasting method

Santoshi Mata’s fast is observed on Friday. Its method is as follows:

1. Wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes.
2. Clean the home temple and install a picture or idol of Santoshi Mata.
3. Worship mother. Offer them flowers, fruits, incense, lamp etc.
4. Perform Santoshi Mata Aarti and read or listen to the fast story.
5. Keep fast the whole day. You can consume sago, fruits, and some special fasting items.
6. Take special care not to consume sour fruits and pickles.
7. Complete the fast by taking Prasad after Aarti in the evening.

Importance of Santoshi Mata fast

• Wish Fulfillment:  By the grace of Santoshi Mata, the wishes of the devotees are fulfilled.
• Happiness and Peace:  Mother’s blessings bring happiness and peace in the lives of the devotees.
• Freedom from troubles:  Santoshi Mata protects her devotees from all kinds of troubles.

Stories of devotees related to fasting

The devotion of Santoshi Mata is miraculous. You can hear many miraculous experiences related to his devotion on the internet or nearby. These stories further increase people’s faith in the power of the mother.

benefits related to fasting

• Peace of mind:  This fast calms the mind and gives relief from worries.
• Increase in will power:  Observing Santoshi Mata fast strengthens the will power of a person.
• Increase in self-confidence:  The person develops self-confidence and positive attitude.

Worship material

The following materials are required for the puja:

• Statue or picture of Santoshi Mata
• roli, mauli, akshat (rice)
• flowers and garlands
• Fruit
• Kalawa
• incense, incense sticks, lamps
• jaggery and gram
• Kapoor
• puja thali
• pure ghee
• a small vase or pitcher

Santoshi Mata’s mantra

“Om Shri Santoshi Mataye Namah”

Some questions (FAQs) related to Santoshi Mata Vrat

• For how many Fridays should one keep the fast?  It depends on your devotion, but generally devotees keep the fast for 16 Fridays.
• Can salt be eaten during this fast?  Eating salt is prohibited during this fast as it is considered sour.
• Can pregnant women observe Santoshi Mata fast?  Generally pregnant women are not advised to fast. It is better that you consult your doctor about this.
• What is the method of breaking the fast?  Udyapan is performed after completing the fast of sixteen Fridays. Generally, Kanya Bhoj and Brahmin Bhoj are organized here.

Important things

• It is necessary to avoid sour things during the fast of Santoshi Mata.
• The fast should be observed with devotion and dedication.
• Wishes are fulfilled only if this fast is observed with a pure heart.

Friends, I hope you liked this information written on Santoshi Mata. If you have also observed the fast of Mata with true heart and have got auspicious results, then do share your story with us. Will be waiting for your comments.