Ganesh Lakshmi idol
When is Dhanteras: After Karva Chauth, there is increased excitement in the markets because the festival of Diwali is about to come. This time Diwali will be celebrated on 20th October and Dhanteras is on 18th October. In such a situation, people are wondering which day is considered auspicious to buy the idol of Ganesh-Lakshmi, can it be bought on the day of Dhanteras? According to religious texts and traditions, the time from Dhanteras to the new moon of Diwali is considered auspicious.
According to astrologer Anand Sagar Pathak, buying a new idol on the day of Dhanteras is said to be auspicious. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi appeared from the churning of the ocean, hence it was called the initial day of prosperity. This is the reason why it is best to buy an idol on Dhanteras and worship it on the evening of Diwali, doing this brings prosperity in the house and maintains happiness and prosperity. At the same time Goddess Lakshmiji becomes a permanent resident.
They say that it is considered very auspicious to buy the idol of Ganesha-Lakshmi on the evening of Dhanteras when Venus or Jupiter rise. If it is not possible to buy the idol of Ganesha-Lakshmi on the day of Dhanteras, then it can be bought on Narak Chaudas or on the morning of Diwali. This time is also considered auspicious, but shopping after midnight of Amavasya is inauspicious, hence one should avoid doing so.
Whose idol should we buy on Diwali?
- An idol made of clay or metal is considered the most auspicious.
- Plaster of Paris or plastic idols should be avoided.
- The faces of the idol should have calm and happy expressions.
- Goddess Lakshmi should be facing east or north.
- It is auspicious for Ganeshji to be facing south.
What to do and what not to do on Dhanteras?
Before bringing the idol home on Dhanteras, clean the place of worship. Wrap the idol in a red cloth and install it for worship on the night of Diwali. Do not keep the idol under foot or use an idol again in worship. Broken or fragmented idols should not be kept in the house.
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