Chhath

High school (ages 12+)
Holidays & Celebrations

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/chhath

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the geographical origin?Native to eastern India (Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal) and southern Nepal
2. What is the theological focus?Primary worship directed towards Surya (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya (Goddess)
3. What is Chhath Puja?Chhath Puja is a special festival where people thank the Sun God Surya for his energy and light. It lasts four days and includes prayers at sunrise and sunset.
4. Why do people stand in river water during Chhath?Standing in river water helps people purify themselves and feel close to nature. It shows respect for the Sun and the water that keeps life alive.

Nirjala Vrata: A severe form of religious fasting involving complete abstinence from food and water.
Sandhya Arghya: Ritualistic offering made to the Sun during its setting, a distinctive practice of Chhath Puja.
Thekua: A traditional sweet biscuit made from wheat flour and jaggery, commonly prepared as prasada for Chhath.