Diwali (Deepavali)
The word Diwali has originated from Deepavali, which in turn is formed as deep (lamp) + avali (row). Deepavali is thus a row of lamps. During Diwali, lamps are lit everywhere.
Ritualistic worship of Shri Lakshmi Kuber (Lakshmi Kuber Puja with mantras)
This is the complete Lakshmi Kuber puja ritual (with mantras in English) that is performed on the day of Ashwin Amavasya during Diwali.
Importance of various days in Diwali
Diwali is a series of festivals of 4 days, which fall towards the end of the Hindu month of Ashwin and the beginning of the month of Kartik.
Vijayadashami: The triumph of righteousness
Vijayadashami is also known as Dashhara, Dussehra, Dassera, Dashera, etc. On this day, that is the tenth day of Navratri, Deity Shriram won victory over Ravana by killing him. It is one amongst the three and a half auspicious periods.
What is the significance of worshipping Shakti during nine days of Navaratri ?
It is necessary to perform puja of Shakti to become free from the trap of Mahishasur, by realising the illusory form of this Mahishasur. Therefore, Shakti should be worshipped in the nine days of Navratra.
What is the correct method of performing arti to Goddess?
The Goddess principle, that is the Divine energy principle is a confluence of the saviour and destroyer forms of Energy.
What is the importance of ‘offering a sari’ to the Goddess?
The subtle process in performing the ritual of ‘Oti bharane’ and its merits. What is the benefit in specific colour selection of the sari and blouse-piece offered to the Goddess?
Ananta Chaturdashi Vrat
Ananta vrat is observed with the intention of fulfillment of worldly desires. This vrat is mainly observed for regaining lost prosperity.
What are the incarnations of Shri Ganesh in each yug ?
Mahotkat Vinayak, Gunesh, Ganesh, Dhumraketu are the incarnations of Deity Ganapati. Also know about Ganapati and other deities.
What are the different variations of Ganesh idol?
The science behind the idol of Deity Ganesh is given in the ‘Shriganapatyatharvashirsha’.