(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) India observes Ganesh Chaturthi, a very important festive celebrating the anniversary of Lord Ganesha's birth. This year, on September 7, it occurs.
During the event, Ganesha idols are displayed in public areas and temples hold special prayers. To guarantee a civil and seamless celebration at home, there are a few dos and don'ts that must be adhered to.
Ganesha idols
Ganesha statues are either made by people or purchased from merchants for worship. Select an idol that represents completion and invites good fortune when placing it in your home. It should have a pot
in its hand and a crown on its head. The ideal way to greet god
is to place the idol in a seated position and cover it with red fabric.
The idol should also have Ganesha's favorite treat, modak, and his vehicle, the mouse (Mooshika), to increase positive energy. Orient the idol to face the northeast, west, or east of your house.
Playing religious music and ringing bells, celebrate Ganesha with joy. Once the idol is installed, immerse it in a body of water three, five, seven, ten, or eleven days later, following the
What Not to Do on Ganesh Chaturthi
Idols with their trunks curled to the right should be avoided as they are unlucky. A trunk that curves leftward represents wealth. Never ignore the idol; make food offerings and prayers every day.
The Ganesha idol shouldn't be left alone. Place Goddess Lakshmi, Parvati, or Murugan idols next to each other.
Before putting the statue in the water, make sure to do a whole puja and an Aarti (camphor sacrifice). Following the installation of Ganesha, steer clear of garlic, onions, and other tamasic foods. Get ready to serve the deity some Sattvic cuisine.
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