- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:13 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Diwali 2024: The sacred festival of Deepawali or Diwali is being celebrated on 31st October 2024. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a joyous celebration of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Lasting five days, it honours the triumph of Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana, symbolising the victory of righteousness. Diwali also commemorates Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of prosperity and wisdom. The festival illuminates homes, hearts, and communities with diyas (earthen lamps), candles, and fireworks. It's a time for spiritual reflection, new beginnings, and bonding with family and friends.
Check out the shubh muhurat and puja vidhi to worship Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi and Mata Saraswati on this sacred day below:
Diwali 2024: Shubh Muhurat For Diwali Puja
The most auspicious time for worshiping Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi and Maa Saraswati on Thursday is between 5:32 PM and 8:51 PM.
For Diwali Puja, worship Goddess Lakshmi during Pradosh Kaal (3rd muhurta after sunset) and Sthir Lagna (fixed zodiac signs). Ideal zodiac signs for Lakshmi Puja are Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius, as they possess a stable nature. Performing Puja during Sthir Lagna ensures Goddess Lakshmi's presence in your home. Pradosh Kaal lasts 48 minutes after sunset. For Diwali 2024, sunset in Delhi is at 5:36 PM on October 31. Begin Lakshmi Puja after sunset. On October 31, Amavasya begins at 3:52 PM, and Pradosh Kaal falls within Amavasya. You can perform Lakshmi Puja from 5:36 PM onwards.
Diwali 2024 Nishit Kaal Muhurat: For Diwali, the ideal time for Lakshmi Puja is when Pradosh overlaps with Amavasya and Sthir Lagna. Meanwhile, midnight's Mahanishith Kaal is reserved for Maa Kali's worship, considered optimal for tantrics, priests, and spiritual seekers.
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat - 5:32 PM to 8:51 PM
Pradosh Kaal - 5:48 PM to 8:21 PM
Vrishabha Kaal - 6:35 PM to 8:33 PM
Godhuli Muhurt - 5:36 PM to 6:02 PM
Sandhya Puja - 5:36 PM to 6:54 PM
Nishith Kaal Puja - 11:39 PM to 12:31 PM
Diwali Lakshmi puja is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity for the coming year. (Image Source: Canva)
Diwali 2024: Puja Vidhi To Worship Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi And Maa Saraswati
For Diwali's Lakshmi Puja, the northeast (Ishan Kon) or north direction is considered most auspicious. Clean and purify the puja area, drawing a swastik symbol. Place a bowl of rice and set up a wooden chowki with a red cloth. Install Goddess Lakshmi's photo or idol, accompanied by Lord Ganesha, Lord Kuber and Mata Saraswati. Sprinkle Ganga jal (holy water) on the idols for purification.
Offer flowers, incense, lamps, akshat (rice), and dakshina (coins) to the deities. Apply haldi and roli (vermilion) tilak and offer rice. Post-puja, provide bhog (food) and prasad (offerings). Conclude by performing aarti for all deities. Finally, light diyas (lamps) throughout your home and at the main entrance, spreading divine light and warmth. Make sure to conclude the puja by reciting Om Jai Jagdish Hare Aarti of Lord Vishnu to please Goddess Lakshmi.
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(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert in the relevant field.)