Swasthani Brata

Swasthani Brata Katha is an anthology of mythical stories narrated by Lord Kumar, the elder son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, to Agasthya Muni, a saint. A popular ritual among Hindus, the recitation of Swasthani Brata Katha, which is dedicated to Goddess Swasthani, starts from Poush Shukla Purnima (the full moon day in mid-January) and lasts for a month until Magh Shukla Purnima (the full moon day in mid-February). The month-long celebrations are marked by daily fasts and recitation of mythological stories.