Mangalvar Vrat — 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.

🚫 Avoid:

• Meat, fish, eggs — completely forbidden
• Grains (wheat, rice, lentils)
• Tamasic food — onion, garlic
• Alcohol

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 — "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 — whoever listens to it with devotion, all their wishes are fulfilled.

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