Mangalvar Vrat โ Fasting Rules, Puja Vidhi & Katha
Mangalvar Vrat is dedicated to Hanuman ji. This fast is observed for strength, courage, protection from enemies, and relief from Mars (Mangal) afflictions. A vow of 21 consecutive Tuesdays is considered most powerful.
๐ฝ๏ธ What to Eat During the Fast?
๐ซ Avoid:
- Meat, fish, eggs โ completely forbidden
- Grains (wheat, rice, lentils)
- Tamasic food โ onion, garlic
- Alcohol
๐ช 8-Step Puja Vidhi
๐ Mangalvar Vrat Katha
In ancient times, there was a Brahmin family living in great poverty. The woman of the household observed the Mangalvar Vrat for Hanuman ji every Tuesday. One day, a neighbor mocked her, saying there was no use in such fasting.
That same night, Hanuman ji appeared in the woman's dream and said โ "Your devotion has pleased me greatly. From tomorrow, happiness and prosperity shall fill your home." The next day, the family discovered a treasure and all their troubles vanished.
Hearing of the vrat's glory, the neighbor repented and took up the vow herself. Since then this katha has been told โ whoever listens to it with devotion, all their wishes are fulfilled.
โ๏ธ Mangalvar Puja Samagri
โ Mangalvar Puja Items
0/7- Red SindoorFor Hanuman ji's chola
- Red Flowers (rose/marigold)21 flowers
- Besan Laddoo5 or 11 pieces
- Jaggery + ChanaFor bhog offering
- Ghee LampKeep lit throughout vrat
- Incense SticksChampa or rose fragrance
- Ganga WaterFor space purification