Diwali is one of the most celebrated festivals in India. The festival has many legends surrounding it.

 Deepawali is symbolized by the victory of good over evil. Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama with his wife Sita and brother Laxman after a 14-year exile. In celebration of his return, the people of Ayodhya lit diya to brighten up the air. According to a legend, Ayodhya was lit with earthen lamps and diya since there was no moon that night.

Though Diwali has its roots centered around Lord Ram, in the evening Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi are worshipped. Wonder why?

An old Hindu myth says that a poor Brahmin was advised to worship Lakshmi to gain wealth by a priest. The Kaliyuga we live in is one in which the Rajo Guna is predominant, which is why we worship Lakshmi as the Goddess of wealth and prosperity.

It celebrates the death of many demons like Narkasur and the arrival of Shiva in Ayodhya after killing Ravana, as well as the victory of Lord Vamana over the arrogant Bali. When good triumphs over evil, Lakshmi is worshipped as she brings prosperity.

An ancient mythological story explains why Lakshmi and Ganesha are worshipped together. The Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu had a conversation one day. Amid their conversation, Lord Vishnu observed that Goddess Lakshmi praised only herself and credited herself with all worldly blessings and pleasures. Goddess Lakshmi considered herself to be the most revered deity in the universe. When Lord Vishnu heard this, he reduced her ego. For this, he told her that a woman cannot be complete without experiencing motherhood and Lakshmi had not experienced it. When Goddess Lakshmi learned of this, she became disheartened. To find the grace of motherhood, she approached Goddess Parvati for assistance. She asked Parvati if she might adopt either Kartikeya or Ganesha. As Lakshmi did not have a permanent residence, Goddess Parvati was opposed to giving any of her sons to Lakshmi. She was always on the move.

The dilemma Parvati faced was whether Lakshmi would be able to look after her son. She then assured Parvati that Lakshmi would always be present with her in worship and would take care of her adopted son as well. If people didn't worship both, they wouldn't be blessed with wealth, prosperity, money, and pleasures. Following Parvati's instructions, Lakshmi received Ganesha from Parvati. This is also true for Diwali. The Ganesha pooja is mandatory along with the Lakshmi pooja during this festival. As the gods of wealth and prosperity, Lord Ganesha and Maa Lakshmi have traditionally been revered by merchants. Deepawali is a festival when merchants close their accounts for the past year and pray to both deities for greater profits and increased trade in the coming new year. This tradition is now catching up in every community in India irrespective of the work people do – who does not want money?

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Dhanteras, observed on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha, is an auspicious festival in Indian culture. Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi or Dhanvantri Jayanti, bring riches into everyone's life. According to Indian mythology, the day is very auspicious. It heralds the approach of Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. Dhanteras is connected with great riches, success, and personal connection. Today, on the occasion of Dhanteras, we present some facts about this lucky celebration. Continue reading to learn more about them.

• During Samudra Manthan, Lord Dhanvantari arrived holding Amrita in one hand, according to folklore. The day was named after him since it was deemed auspicious. He is also known as Lord Vishnu's avatar and the god's physician.
• There is one more intriguing anecdote about Dhanteras. It is widely held that king Hima's 16-year-old son was doomed to die on the fourth day of this marriage as a result of a snake bite. His wife, knowing this, did not allow him to sleep for the entire day and night. She also arranged all of her stuff (gold jewelry) around her husband's bed, lit up the room, and began singing. Yamraj, as promised, appeared like a serpent on the fourth night but left the prince unhurt. This is why it is believed that buying gold and lighting up the house on Dhanteras will bring you a fortune while causing no damage.
• Purchasing gold during Dhanteras is said to bring Lord Kuber's blessings into the home. Also, according to common belief, the items you acquire on this day are worth 13 times more because of the Lord of Wealth's blessings.
• On Dhanteras, a 'Deep Dan,' also known as Yamadeepdaan, is presented to Yamraj. This is done to avoid any tragic incidents, such as the untimely death of a family member. Diya is lighted at the front door of the house, facing south. This can keep evil and death at bay.
• Do you know why we do Laxmi Puja on Dhanteras every year? There's also an intriguing backstory behind this. Lord Laxmi and Vishnu came to Earth once at a time. He warned her not to be swayed by earthly temptations. Lord Laxmi, on the other hand, couldn't help herself and fell on a farmer's sugarcane field. She sipped exquisite sugarcane juice there. Seeing this, Lord Vishnu decided that Lord Laxmi must work as a laborer for the farmer for the next 12 years. With the coming of Lord Laxmi, the farmer began to flourish. She later disclosed Lord Laxmi's actual name to the farmer and his family during a visit to the Ganga. Despite knowing this, the farmer refused to let her leave after Once her visit had come to an end Lord Laxmi, moved by the farmer's devotion and compassion, pledged to visit him every Dhanteras. The goddess also requested him to keep his house tidy and to shine a lamp for her on the day. This is why we do Laxmi Puja after dusk.

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The most universal festival in India, Diwali or Deepawali, has cultural and geographical significance like none other. Symbolically and allegorically, it is an array of lights that encompasses and envelops us, drawing spiritual and material effulgence from us. In addition to symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, the festival is also a time of beginnings for traditional Indian business models. Take advantage of this auspicious occasion by following these 5 Vastu Tips and welcome wealth and prosperity.

1. Cleaning the house/workplace

During Diwali, the energy levels in your home or workplace are at their highest. Do you understand why? It is the result of festive rituals as well as Vaastu cleaning efforts occurring concurrently during the “chaturmas” season (four months of abstinence and an important period in the Hindu calendar). Every festival, we clean the house in conjunction with special tasty food and spiritual acts. Cleaning our surroundings increases our energy levels, eating more calories increases our productivity, efficiency, and creativity for physical growth, and spiritual activities purify our soul, leading to optimal satisfaction. The more energy that we maintain within our Vaastu throughout the year, the optimum level of satisfaction we will experience with our growth. Essentially, Vaastu Shastra emphasizes the elimination of clutter and cleanliness. Keeping your space clutter-free requires that you get rid of old, non-working instruments, chips in plates, old & condensed dirt, etc. At this festival, let go of any materials or tools you no longer need. You can create a new space at home or at the office to store new things.

2. The Importance of Using Colored Mud Lamps

Eliminate stagnant and negative energies by lighting up the corners and, more broadly, every nook and front with sufficient lighting. While there are lamps and lights available in the market in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, mud and/or metal (brass/silver/alloys) are the most conducive according to the ancient science of Vaastu. Sesame seed oil or clarified butter (ghee) are also excellent fuels for these lamps. The entrance should be well lit, and most importantly, a puja Diya should be kept lit throughout the night. Metals are excellent conductors of energies, and mud lamps can become excellent reservoirs of energies; thus, they have traditionally held great significance. In addition to blue-colored lamps for the North, green-colored lamps for the East, orange lamps for the South, pink lamps for the South-West, green lamps for the West, and blue lamps for the North-west, these are the colors that enhance positive energy, so use them in those locations. Holy symbols like Swastik, Go-Padma, and many more, keep negative energy out when drawn in front of the main entrance.

3) Worshipping Lakshmi Kuber

In addition to Lakshmi puja, Kuber puja is also performed in conjunction with Lakshmi puja, especially by businesspeople. While Lakshmi symbolizes prosperity and wealth, Kuber represents the keeper and manager of that wealth. Besides his affiliation with Hindu scriptures, Kuber is also mentioned in Jainism and Buddhism. His status as the keeper of eternal wealth is universal, however. Due to this, businesses can perform Lakshmi Puja in conjunction with Kuber Puja.

4) Performing Puja at Correct Time

As per the "panchang" (Hindu calendar), Diwali Puja should be performed at the appropriate time. The Muhurats are chosen based on the fixed Lagna, the Pradosh time, and the Amavasya Tithi. In addition to chanting the Lakshmi Suktam and various hymns, the puja should include the prescribed rituals. For those who don't know the rituals personally, it is beneficial to take the advice of a Purohit - a master of ceremonies.

5) Worshipping Meru Yantra

Old texts mention the Meru Shri Yantra as the remedy for repairing Vaastu dosha (or defect). There is an answer for all financial problems and personal setbacks with the Meru Yantra. Yantras are also highly effective in removing obstacles and paving the way for a happy, healthy, and wealthy life. The Meru Mountain is regarded as a sacred mountain and a source of spiritual power in our mythology. When the devotee worships the Yantra, it radiates the same powers and spirituality. Meru Yantra puja is particularly meaningful during Diwali as the Universe's energies are right and conducive. If possible, the Yantra should be placed in the sunset. Your back is to the east so that you are facing the east. On Vasu- Baras, a cow with a calf is worshiped, and on Dhanteras you can worship Lord Kuber, the God of wealth management, and Lord Dhanvantari, the God of health. Keeping one special lamp each near the south section of the Bhai-Dooj (Bhaubeej) courtyard, as a propitiation to Lord Yama for a peaceful end to our lives when the time comes.

When viewed through the prism of Vaastu, Diwali holds great significance. During the festival, the Rangoli designs and lights instill positive Oorja / vibrations. Another way of welcoming positive energy, good luck, and prosperity into your home is by hanging an auspicious Toran/Kandil/Lantern/Lamp at the entrance. Overall, Diwali is one of the most Vaastu-oriented festivals because of its feelings of celebration, love, purity, religion, knowledge, as well as prosperity.

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