The supplied account organizes its cautions around handling prasad, the salt used for Nahay Khay, cooking utensils, leather accessories and household conduct. Its emphasis is ritual purity and calm preparation. The page keeps that framing while separating the author's strict wording from a universal rule for every household.
Maintaining Absolute Purity: Errors to Avoid
Chhath Puja is highly sensitive to impurities. Even unintentional mistakes can disrupt the sanctity of the Vrat.
Critical Mistakes to Watch Out For
- Touching Prasad Without Washing: Never touch the Prasad ingredients, the cooking area, or the Daura without bathing and wearing clean clothes.
- Using Regular Salt: Regular iodized table salt is prohibited. Only Sendha Namak (rock salt) should be used for the Kaddu Bhaat on Nahay Khay.
- Using Old Utensils: Cooking Prasad in pots previously used for everyday cooking (especially non-vegetarian or onion/garlic dishes) is strictly forbidden.
- Leather Items: Wearing leather belts, shoes, or carrying leather wallets while holding the Soop or entering the ghat is a major violation of purity.
- Negative Emotions: Anger, arguments, or using harsh words during the four days counteracts the spiritual discipline of the fast.
About this edition: Adapted from the supplied Wave 3 article. Original article wording is retained; labeled editorial notes are separate. The page does not add unverified event dates, venues or ritual timings.