rules of flowers in puja
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Which flower belongs to which God? Worship is considered to have special importance in Hindu religion. Offering flowers to God during puja is considered auspicious and a symbol of reverence. Different gods and goddesses like different types of flowers. According to religious beliefs, if wrong flowers are offered in the puja then the full results of the puja are not achieved. Therefore, it is considered very important to choose the right flowers while decorating the puja thali. Let us know which flowers should be offered to which deity.
These flowers should not be offered to these gods and goddesses.
Ketaki flower is not offered to Lord Shiva
According to religious beliefs, offering Ketaki flower in the worship of Lord Shiva is considered inauspicious. According to the legend, Ketaki flower had supported the lie by supporting Lord Brahma, due to which Lord Shiva did not accept it in his worship.
Lord Vishnu avoided certain flowers except Tulsi.
Tulsi is considered very dear to Lord Vishnu. But it is not considered appropriate to offer flowers like Aak and Dhatura in Vishnu Puja, because these are considered dear to Lord Shiva.
Dry and withered flowers should not be offered to Goddess Lakshmi.
Goddess Lakshmi is very fond of fresh and fragrant flowers like lotus and rose. There is a religious belief that offering dry or withered flowers during Lakshmi Puja can increase negative energy in the house.
Tulsi is not offered to Lord Ganesha
According to religious legends, offering Tulsi in the worship of Lord Ganesha is considered prohibited. Durva grass and red flowers are considered especially dear to Lord Ganesha.
Belpatra should not be offered to Sun God
Belpatra is not used in the worship of Sun God. Belpatra is considered dear to Lord Shiva, while offering red flowers and water to Sun God is considered auspicious.
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