- By Kashish Rai
- Sat, 14 Sep 2024 12:05 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vishwakarma Puja 2024: Vishwakarma Puja honours the divine architect Vishwakarma, creator of the universe's magnificent structures. This day holds immense significance in Hinduism, recognising the ingenuity and craftsmanship of skilled workers, artisans, and engineers. Devotees worship Vishwakarma, seeking blessings for innovation, productivity, and success in their professional pursuits. The puja also acknowledges the importance of technical expertise and creativity, encouraging individuals to strive for excellence in their respective fields. This year, Vishwakarma Puja will be observed on 16th September 2024.
Check out all the significant details regarding Vishwakarma Puja including timings, significance and rituals below.
Vishwakarma Puja 2024: Date And Time
- Vishwakarma Puja 2024: 16th September 2024, Monday
- Vishwakarma Puja Sankranti Moment: 07:53 PM
- Kanya Sankranti: Monday, September 16, 2024
Vishwakarma Puja 2024: Significance Of This Day
Vishwakarma Jayanti holds profound religious significance for Hindus, as it commemorates the divine architect and carpenter, Lord Vishwakarma. As the son of Lord Brahma, Vishwakarma is revered for his exceptional craftsmanship and ingenuity. His greatness is extolled in ancient scriptures, including the Rig Veda and Sthapatya Veda, which highlight his contributions to architecture and mechanics.
On this auspicious day, workers and craftsmen pay homage to Lord Vishwakarma, seeking his blessings for the progress, safety, and smooth functioning of their machinery. As a mark of respect, they ceremoniously worship their tools and refrain from using them. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of skill, innovation, and dedication in one's profession. By honouring Lord Vishwakarma, devotees acknowledge the value of hard work and technical expertise, seeking divine guidance and protection in their respective fields.
Lord Vishwakarma - the celestial architect is honoured on the occasion of Vishwakarma Puja. (Image Source: Canva)
Vishwakarma Jayanti 2024: Rituals Associated With This Day
The rituals associated with Vishwakarma Puja begin with the worship of tools and machinery. Devotees clean and decorate their tools, and offer prayers to Lord Vishwakarma, seeking his blessings for safety and success. The puja ritual involves offering flowers, fruits, and sweets to the deity, accompanied by chanting of sacred mantras. In some regions, a procession is taken out, carrying the idol of Lord Vishwakarma, amidst music and festivities. The ritual also includes the reading of the Vishwakarma Purana, a sacred text highlighting the importance of craftsmanship and innovation.
Another significant ritual is the worship of the "Yantra", a geometric diagram representing the divine architect's creative energy. Devotees draw the Yantra on a wooden board or paper, and offer prayers to Lord Vishwakarma, seeking his guidance and protection. The puja concludes with the distribution of prasad, and a ceremonial feast among workers and craftsmen. By performing these rituals, devotees seek Lord Vishwakarma's blessings for professional growth, innovation, and success in their respective fields.
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