Mon Sep 16 11:30:21 UTC 2024: ## Anant Chaturdashi 2024: Celebrate the Infinite Form of Lord Vishnu on September 17th
**Patna, India:** Anant Chaturdashi, a significant Hindu festival dedicated to worshipping the infinite forms of Lord Vishnu, will be celebrated on September 17th, 2024. This auspicious day falls on the fourteenth lunar day (Chaturdashi) of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) in the month of Bhadrapad.
The festival honors the infinite nature of Lord Vishnu, specifically his serpent form, Sheshnaag. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Vishnu on this day brings freedom from all obstacles and promotes prosperity in life.
**Significance of the 14 Knots:** A key ritual during Anant Chaturdashi involves tying a sacred thread with 14 knots on the wrist. These knots represent the 14 lokas (worlds) created by Lord Vishnu – Bhuloka, Bhuvaloka, Swaloka, Mahaloka, Janaloka, Tapoloka, Brahmaloka, Atala, Vitala, Satala, Rasatala, Talatala, Mahatala, and Patala.
**Religious and Spiritual Significance:** Anant Chaturdashi holds significant religious and spiritual value. Devotees observe a fast on this day, abstaining from salt-based food, and offer special prayers to Lord Vishnu. The day is believed to have been observed by the Pandavas at the behest of Lord Krishna, granting them freedom from infinite suffering.
The auspicious time for observing the Anant Chaturdashi rituals begins on September 16th at 1:15 PM and concludes on September 17th at 11:09 AM.
This year, as the festival falls on September 17th, let’s come together to celebrate the infinite forms of Lord Vishnu and seek his blessings for a prosperous and fulfilling life.
First Piper 