Why Karva Chauth is Celebrated?

There are different ancient legends related with the celebration of Karva Chauth.

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These stories talk about the sacrifices that ladies have been making for their husbands.

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According to story, there was a beautiful queen by the name of Veervati.

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She had seven brothers and was married to a king.

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During the first year of her marriage, she observed her first Karva Chauth by observing a strict fast.

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As the night drew closer, She started felling hunger and thirst.

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Her brothers could not watch her suffer anymore and decided to do something about it.

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They created a mirror with the pipal tree in their backyard and tricked Veervati into believing that the moon had risen.

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She believed them and broke her fast. Unfortunately, news arrived that her beloved husband was dead. She started running towards her husband’s house.

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On the way, she is stopped by Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati, who explain how her brothers tricked her.

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Maa Parvati cuts off her own finger and gives Veervati a few drops of her own holy blood.

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In this way, Veervati was reunited with her husband due to her immense love, sacrifice and devotion. Thats why all women believe in Karwachauth.

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