Dattatreya Jayanti Upvas — Date, Vidhi & Timing

Significance

Birth anniversary of Lord Dattatreya; Purnima bath and guru darshan bring merit.

Niyam (rules)

1. Observe the specific vrat rules of the occasion (Satyanarayana, Vat, or Guru Purnima).
2. Avoid non-vegetarian food and maintain satvik conduct.
3. Charity and holy bath on Purnima bring spiritual merit.

Vidhi (how to observe)

1. Take early bath and wear clean clothes.
2. Perform the specific puja of the occasion (Satyanarayana, Vat Savitri, or Guru worship).
3. Offer lamp, flowers, and prasad; chant stotras linked to the full moon observance.
4. Share prasad with family and donate to charity before breaking fast if observed.