When should one start fasting on Wednesday?

In Hindu religion, Wednesday is dedicated to Lord Shri Ganesha. Apart from Lord Ganesha, Mercury is worshiped on this day. Worshiping Lord Mercury on Wednesday strengthens the planet Mercury in the horoscope. Apart from worship etc., it is also very important to know what should be eaten and what not during the fast on Wednesday. In such a situation, through this article we are going to tell you about the worship method of Wednesday fast and all the things related to this fast.

When should we fast on Wednesday?

You can start the fast from Wednesday of Shukla Paksha of any month.

After taking the pledge to fast on Wednesday, one should fast for at least 21 or 45 Wednesdays.

Wednesday fast worship method

On Wednesday morning, take bath before sunrise and wear clean clothes. Then sit on the seat facing the north-east direction. After this, meditate on Lord Shri Ganesha and Mercury and offer Durva to Lord Ganesha. Then offer yellow flowers on them. Offer green colored clothes to Lord Mercury. After this, chant the mantras of Lord Ganesha and Mercury. Let us tell you that offer halwa to Lord Shri Ganesha on Wednesday. After worshiping as per rituals, perform aarti of Lord Ganesha and Lord Mercury and distribute Prasad. Have fruits in the evening.

what to eat during fast

While fasting on Wednesday, food should be taken only once.

During this time you can eat green moong dal halwa.

Apart from this, you can eat things made from green things.

What not to eat during fasting

Salt should not be consumed during Wednesday fast.

Apart from this, one should avoid eating paan etc.

It is said so because paan is offered to Lord Shri Ganesha during the fast on Wednesday.