Narak Chaturdashi 2025: Why is Yamraj worshiped on the day of Narak Chaturdashi? Know religious importance

Narak Chaturdashi 2025

Naraka Chaturdashi 2025: In Sanatan Dharma, every festival has been given special religious and spiritual significance. There are many fasts and festivals throughout the year. Narak Chaturdashi is included in these. Narak Chaturdashi is also known as Chhoti Diwali and Roop Chaudas. This festival is celebrated especially. This festival is considered to symbolize the victory of light over darkness.

Not only this, this day also reminds us of the deep mysteries of life and death. On this day, Yamraj, the god of death, is worshipped. Let us know why the worship of Yamraj is important on this day?

Importance of worshiping Yamraj

On the day of Narak Chaturdashi, Yamraj, the god of death, is especially worshiped. There is a religious belief that worshiping and remembering Yamraj on the day of Narak Chaturdashi reduces the fear of death. It also brings longevity and prosperity in life. Narak Chaturdashi is not limited to just worshiping Yamraj. This festival is also considered a symbol of safety of life, protection of family and mental peace.

gain spiritual strength

Worshiping Yamraj on this day gives spiritual power. This is the reason why Yamraj is especially worshiped on this day. On the day of Narak Chaturdashi, a lamp should be made from wheat flour in the evening. Then four big and small lights should be prepared and kept in the lamp.

Lamp should be lit towards south direction

After this, mustard oil should be poured into the lamp and Ganga water should be sprinkled around it. Then the lamp should be lit at the main entrance of the house towards the south. Some grains must be kept under the lamp. By lighting the lamp with this method, untimely death is averted in the house. One gets the blessings of Mother Lakshmi. There is happiness in the family.

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