Diwali 2024 Puja Vidhi: Step-by-Step Guide to Celebrate a Joyous Diwali

Puja Ritual

Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most awaited festivals in India. It marks the victory of good over evil and is celebrated with grand enthusiasm. In 2024, Diwali will be celebrated on November 1st, and the preparations have already begun! From cleaning homes to shopping for new clothes, the festive spirit is high. However, the heart of Diwali lies in its Puja Vidhi—the spiritual rituals that fill homes with divine blessings.

Here’s a detailed guide on the Puja Vidhi for Diwali 2024 to ensure your Diwali is spiritually fulfilling and brings prosperity.

1. Lakshmi Pujan Muhurat (शुभ मुहूर्त) for Diwali 2024

Performing the Diwali puja at the right time is crucial. According to the Hindu calendar, the most auspicious time for Lakshmi Pujan is during the Pradosh Kaal. For 2024, the Pradosh Kaal is from 5:45 PM to 7:45 PM on November 1st. Ensure you have all your preparations ready before this time.

2. Pre-Puja Preparations (पूजा की तैयारी)

Clean the House (सफाई): It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, enters homes that are clean and well-decorated.
Rangoli (रंगोली): Create vibrant rangolis at the entrance and in the puja area. You can use flowers, colors, or even rice grains.
Diya Decoration (दीप सजावट): Light oil lamps (diyas) around your home and in the puja area to ward off negativity and attract prosperity.
Puja Thali (पूजा थाली): Prepare a puja thali with kumkum, haldi, flowers, diya, sweets, and Lakshmi Yantra.

3. Puja Samagri List (पूजा सामग्री)

Ensure you have the following items ready for the Diwali 2024 Lakshmi Puja:

Idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha
Kumkum, Haldi, Akshat (rice grains)
Incense sticks, Camphor, Ghee for diyas
Flowers (especially marigold), Betel leaves, Betel nuts
Sweets (ladoos, peda), Fruits (especially coconut)
Coins and other valuables to be worshipped
Silver or copper kalash filled with water and mango leaves

4. Diwali Puja Vidhi: Step-by-Step

Here’s how to perform the Diwali Lakshmi Puja Vidhi in 2024:

Step 1:
Start the puja with the worship of Lord Ganesha. Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to the idol while chanting Ganesh Mantras. Ganesha’s blessings are essential for the success of any puja.

Step 2:
Now, place the idol of Goddess Lakshmi in the center of your puja area. Light a diya (lamp) in front of the idols.

Step 3:
Perform the Dhyana (meditation) of Goddess Lakshmi by closing your eyes and visualizing her presence. Chant the Lakshmi Mantra:
"Om Hreem Shreem Lakshmibhayo Namah".

Step 4:
Offer the Puja Samagri like kumkum, haldi, flowers, and sweets to Goddess Lakshmi. Keep coins and other valuables for worship, as it is believed that wealth multiplies if worshipped during Diwali.

Step 5:
Perform the Aarti of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha using a ghee diya. Chant the Lakshmi Aarti and seek blessings for prosperity, health, and happiness.

5. Diwali Bhog (भोग)

After the puja, offer the following as bhog:

Sweets like ladoos, pedas, kheer
Fresh fruits, especially bananas and coconuts
Dry fruits like cashews, almonds, and raisins

Distribute the bhog among family members and guests after the puja is complete.

6. Lighting Diyas (दीप जलाना)

Once the puja is over, light diyas inside and outside your home. It is believed that the light of these diyas removes darkness and negative energies, inviting happiness and success into the household.

7. The Significance of Diwali Puja

The Lakshmi Puja performed on Diwali is believed to invoke the blessings of Maa Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. It ensures a prosperous year ahead, filled with happiness, good health, and financial stability.

Celebrate Diwali 2024 with devotion, love, and joy. Follow this simple and effective Puja Vidhi to make your home a beacon of divine blessings.

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