Why You Should Never Miss Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi Every year

Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most elaborate festivals in India, and this auspicious festival should not be missed. All we need is some understanding and awareness. Lord Ganesha is one of the main gods worshipped almost in every family. A lot of preparation and knowledge is required before you decide to become the host of the almighty. The primary purpose of celebrating this festival is to bring back the positivity and blessing of God by honoring him during that time.

Here is what all you need to know and prep up for next year:

Lord Ganesha is the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati. He is known as the remover of obstacles and known as the god of wisdom and intelligence. It signifies the start of new beginnings. Widely popular among Hindus, but does not restrict other religions from celebrating it. He is worshipped every time if a person is hoping for an auspicious beginning of something.

Celebrations and preparations start long before the day of the festival; Lord Ganesha Idols in any form is brought home and welcomed and honored for 10-11 days by worshipping him with Bhajans and sweets in the morning and evening. Especially Modaka: a special sweet said to be Lord’s favorite.

The Festival ends on the 10th day when the idol is carried and immersed in a body of water such as a lake, ocean, etc. The idol is taken towards the water with great grandiosity, with a lot of cheering, chanting music, etc. Some women also keep fast to respect the god prior to the end of the festival.

Once immersed in water the idol dissolves and is believed to have reached Lord Shiva and Parvati at Mount Kailash.

Sounds interesting right?

As exciting as it is to rejoice Ganesh Chaturthi, it should be taken as a great responsibility and a lot of things should be taken care of:

Few things to keep in mind before welcoming Lord Ganesha to your homes:

There are different types of idols available in the market of Ganesha, but it should be bought after thorough research and knowledge as the position and placement of the idol have a lot of symbolic significance.

Nowadays, eco-friendly idols are broadly admired by people, besides the clay idols which are bought every year. Keep in mind it is often said, that once the responsibility is taken should be followed with utmost dedication as incomplete rituals can anger Lord Ganesha. Idols should not be kept on the floor instead should be kept in a prominent place from where Lord Ganesha can watch over you and your family.

If you think you are not yet ready to host the festival, do not forget to participate in elaborate celebrations that happen in temples. It is celebrated throughout India, especially in Maharashtra, Pune, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa, Telangana, Gujrat, and Chhattisgarh. Also in some areas in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

It is not only restricted to India, but Hindus residing abroad also rejoice in the birth of Lord Ganesha. As auspicious and fortunate it is believed to be, different types of small and big idols of Ganesha are found in temples of private homes of almost every Indian.

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Some things in life should not be missed, do not forget to indulge in the culture of our country and get a glimpse of it.

Ganpati Bappa Maurya!