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Lakshmi Puja 2024: When to Worship Goddess Lakshmi This Year? Know the Shubh Muhurats in Pradosh Kaal
Significance of Lakshmi Puja:
Lakshmi Puja, also known as Diwali Lakshmi Puja, is one of the most significant festivals celebrated in India. It marks the victory of good over evil and commemorates the return of Lord Rama, Goddess Sita, and Lakshmana to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, prosperity, and fortune, is worshipped during this festival to seek her blessings and grace.
Lakshmi Puja 2024 Date:
In 2024, Lakshmi Puja will be celebrated on the evening of Monday, October 28th. The festival falls on the new moon day of the Kartik month as per the Hindu calendar. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi visits every household on this day and blesses the devotees with wealth, prosperity, and good fortune.
Shubh Muhurats for Lakshmi Puja 2024:
The most auspicious time to worship Goddess Lakshmi on Lakshmi Puja is during Pradosh Kaal. The Pradosh Kaal starts from sunset and lasts for 2 hours and 24 minutes. It is also known as the twilight period.
In 2024, the Pradosh Kaal for Lakshmi Puja will be from 5:46 PM to 8:10 PM. Devotees can perform Lakshmi Puja anytime during this period to receive her blessings.
Other Important Muhurats:
* Muhurat for Abhyanga Snan (Holy Bath): 6:12 AM to 6:56 AM
* Muhurat for Gauri Pujan (Worship of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Gauri): 11:06 AM to 12:30 PM
* Muhurat for Lakshmi Pujan (Worship of Goddess Lakshmi): 5:46 PM to 8:10 PM
* Muhurat for Lakshmi Visarjan (Immersion of Goddess Lakshmi's Idol): Night of October 29th
Rituals of Lakshmi Puja:
The rituals of Lakshmi Puja involve various steps, including:
* Cleaning the house and decorating it with lights and rangolis.
* Setting up an altar and placing an idol or picture of Goddess Lakshmi.
* Offering prayers, flowers, sweets, fruits, and incense to Goddess Lakshmi.
* Performing aarti and chanting mantras to invoke Goddess Lakshmi's blessings.
* Distributing prasad (holy food) and gifts to family and friends.
Significance of Lakshmi Puja in 2024:
The year 2024 is considered particularly auspicious for Lakshmi Puja as it coincides with a special astrological alignment. The planet Jupiter, the lord of wealth and prosperity, will be in its own sign of Pisces during this time. This alignment is believed to enhance the positive effects of Lakshmi Puja and bring greater blessings to the devotees.
Tips for a Fulfilling Lakshmi Puja:
* Start the day with a holy bath and wear clean clothes.
* Keep your house and altar clean and well-lit.
* Offer sincere prayers and gratitude to Goddess Lakshmi.
* Chant mantras like "Om Shrim Lakshmiyei Namah" or "Om Lakshmi Narayanaya Namah".
* Share the joy of the festival with family and friends.
* Maintain a positive mindset and believe in the divine power of Goddess Lakshmi.