Diwali, celebrated on November 12, 2023, is a major festival in Hinduism, observed with grandeur and enthusiasm throughout India. This festival is symbolized by lights, joy, and well-wishes. The night of Diwali holds special significance for the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. It is believed that sincere and methodical worship during this time will bring the blessings of the deity of wealth, Goddess Lakshmi, and the deity of intellect, Lord Ganesha, ensuring prosperity and wisdom throughout the year. Diwali night is considered a night of fulfillment of all desires. Let's explore what to do and what not to do on Diwali.
What to do on Diwali:
Morning Rituals:
Begin the day by cleansing yourself through a bath.
Adorn yourself in clean and beautiful clothes.
Daytime Activities:
Prepare delicious meals and decorate your home.
Seek blessings from elders.
Pre-Puja Preparations:
Take another bath before the evening prayer.
Perform the Lakshmi-Ganesha puja with proper rituals.
Business and Financial Aspects:
Conduct a ritualistic puja for commercial establishments, respecting the tools of trade.
Light lamps at the main entrance of your home.
What not to do on Diwali:
Maintain Cleanliness:
Ensure cleanliness at the entrance and inside your home.
Charitable Gesture:
Do not send away any poor or needy person from your doorstep empty-handed.
Avoid Negative Activities:
Refrain from gambling, consuming alcohol, and indulging in non-vegetarian meals.
Statue Placement:
Avoid placing a Ganesha idol with its trunk turning to the right.
Thoughtful Gifts:
Do not gift leather items, sharp objects, or loud firecrackers.
Financial Transactions:
Avoid taking or giving loans on Diwali.
Pooja Space:
Do not leave the prayer area empty throughout the night. Keep it illuminated with ghee or oil lamps.
Diwali Remedies:
Offering Bhog:
During the Diwali puja, present favorite offerings to Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kubera.
Favorite Offerings:
Offer kheer or white sweets to Goddess Lakshmi.
Ganesha prefers durva grass and sweets like modak or laddoo.
Lord Kubera appreciates whole coriander seeds.
By following these customs and rituals, it is believed that the deities will be pleased, showering blessings for happiness and prosperity. Diwali, beyond its external celebrations, is a time for spiritual reflection, gratitude, and the pursuit of inner wealth. May the festival bring light, joy, and fulfillment to all.
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