Lakshmi ji ki Aarti: Does Goddess Lakshmi leave your house by performing Lakshmi Aarti on Diwali? The religious reason behind this popular belief, the tradition of not performing Aarti and what to do instead so that the blessings, wealth and prosperity of Goddess Lakshmi always remain in your home…
Diwali Lakshmi Aarti: Diwali is one of the major festivals of Hindu religion. On this day Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya with his brother Lakshman and mother Sita after completing 14 years of exile. On this day, special worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, is done. Diwali is also known as Lakshmi Puja at some places. There is a custom to worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha together on this day. However, there is a belief that Aarti of Goddess Lakshmi should not be performed on Diwali. Let us tell you why Lakshmi Aarti should not be performed on Diwali.
Should Goddess Lakshmi Aarti be performed on Diwali?
There are different beliefs regarding performing Aarti of Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali. However, according to most religious beliefs, Lakshmi Aarti should not be performed on Diwali. The belief behind this is that after the aarti, people get up and leave, due to which Goddess Lakshmi feels as if she is being sent off and leaves the house, which can lead to lack of wealth. In such a situation, apart from the Aarti of Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali, you can also perform the Aarti of Lord Ganesha and Lord Vishnu.
Why should Aarti not be performed?
- Departure of Goddess Lakshmi: This is the main reason. It is believed that after the Aarti, everyone gets up and leaves and similarly Goddess Lakshmi also departs from your house, which can lead to financial crisis.
- Lack of peace: Goddess Lakshmi loves peace and the loud sound of bells and conch shells during aarti can make her restless.
- Farewell sign: Aarti is considered a sign of farewell. Since Goddess Lakshmi is called home for permanent residence on Diwali, performing aarti to bid her farewell is not considered auspicious.
What to do instead of Lakshmi Aarti?
During Diwali puja, you can perform aarti of Lord Ganesha and Lord Vishnu. Also, instead of Aarti of Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali, you can chant her name, recite mantra or recite Chalisa. To get the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi on Dhanteras, worship her as per the rituals and offer her fruits, flowers and other favorite things.
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