Question 1

Why is sesame (til) important in this vrat?

Accepted Answer

Magh month is considered ideal for sesame offerings as per Dharmashastra. Tilkut (sesame-jaggery sweet) is the primary prasad for Sakat Chauth, and offering til is believed to destroy sins and grant Ganesha's blessings.

Question 2

When exactly is the fast broken?

Accepted Answer

The fast is broken only after sighting the moon on Chaturthi night. Water is offered to the moon, then Ganesha puja is completed and prasad is taken.

Sakat Chauth Vrat