Vikrant Shekhawat : Oct 31, 2024, 01:05 PM
Diwali Puja 2024: Diwali, the auspicious festival, will be celebrated this year on October 31, 2024. This day is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kuber. If you perform the worship of Lakshmi and Ganesha according to the rituals, it can help solve your financial problems and bring prosperity to your home. Let’s learn about the preparations, rituals, and essential mantras for the worship on this day.
“ॐ महालक्ष्म्यै नमः”
For Lord Ganesha:
“ॐ गं गणपतये नमः”At the end of the worship, definitely perform the aarti for Lakshmi and Ganesha. Performing the aarti enhances the significance of the worship and brings prosperity to the home.
Preparation for Worship
Cleaning the worship area is crucial during Diwali. Many people clean their homes and worship spaces in advance, but don’t forget to sprinkle Ganga water in the worship area before the rituals on Diwali day. After this, place a small platform (chowki) and spread a red or yellow cloth over it.Installation of Idols or Pictures
Set up the idols or pictures of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha on the platform. Ensure that the idol of Lord Ganesha is on the right side of Goddess Lakshmi.Taking a Sankalp (Resolution)
In Hinduism, it is essential to take a sankalp before any worship. On Diwali, take a sankalp before the Lakshmi-Ganesha worship. Clearly state your wishes and the purpose of the worship during this resolution.Lakshmi-Ganesha Worship Ritual
- Light Incense and Lamps: Begin the worship by lighting incense and lamps.
- Worship Lord Ganesha: First, worship Lord Ganesha, as he is the remover of obstacles. Offer him vermilion, rice, flowers, and sweets.
- Worship Goddess Lakshmi: After that, perform the worship of Goddess Lakshmi. Offer her a rose, rice, vermilion, turmeric, and grains.
- Lotus Flower: Offering a lotus flower to Goddess Lakshmi is considered very auspicious. Additionally, offer five betel leaves.
- Worship Lord Kuber: Also, remember to worship Lord Kuber along with Lakshmi and Ganesha.
Mantra Recitation and Aarti
During the worship, chant the mantras of Lakshmi and Ganesha. Here are some important mantras:For Goddess Lakshmi:“ॐ महालक्ष्म्यै नमः”
For Lord Ganesha:
“ॐ गं गणपतये नमः”At the end of the worship, definitely perform the aarti for Lakshmi and Ganesha. Performing the aarti enhances the significance of the worship and brings prosperity to the home.