Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 - Points to remember before installing Ganesh idol at home
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Did you know which side of the idol should the trunk of the
Ganesha lie? Is there any specific colour of the idol that one should prefer
before buying Ganesha idol?
Here are few of the indicators that are suggested before buying or making and
getting Lord Ganesha idol home for Pooja on Ganesh Chathurthi.
Most of the festivals in Hinduism are celebrated at home
with family and relatives. However, its Vinayaka Chaturthi that’s celebrated in
much grandeur where all the colonies, villages, towns and cities join in to
celebrate the arriving of Ganesha this time of the year.
According to mythology, it is Lord Ganesha's birthday that is celebrated as Ganesha Chavithi festival. Ganesh Chaturthi festival is celebrated every year on the Chaturthi tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. Vinayaka Chavithi Utsavam will begin on Saturday 07th September of 2024. It is celebrated for ten days with devotion and DJ songs.
As a part of Ganesha Chavithi festival,
many families either buy or make one of their own Lord Ganesha idol. But before
buying or making Ganesha idol for home Pooja, one must keep certain things in
mind. Let's see what those things are…
Which side should the trunk be?
If you want to get Lord Ganesha idol to your house, first of
all, you should check whether the trunk of the Ganapati idol is facing the
right side or the left side. According to Vastu, Ganesha's torso should be
facing LEFT of the idol. It indicates
increase in your prosperity, happiness and luck to the house.
What color idol should buy?
According to Vastu Shastra, white colored Ganesha idols are
considered auspicious. Those who want peace, wealth and prosperity, should
install white idols. The white Ganesha is considered a symbol of wealth,
happiness and success. Astrologers suggest that those who want to grow in terms
of career should buy a saffron colored Ganesha idol. When you seat your Ganesha
at home, ensure that the face of this idol is facing the main entrance of the
house.
In which direction to install the
idol of Ganesha?
According to Puranas, Bojja Ganapayya's father, Lord Shiva resides mostly in the Northern direction. That is why Vastu Shastra experts say that you should ensure that Ganapati idols are placed in the West, or North or in North-East directions at home. But remember to avoid placing in the south direction. As per Hindu mythology, Yama dharmaraja resides mostly in the south direction.
Disclaimer: All the devotional information and suggestions provided here are based on religious beliefs. There is no scientific evidence for this. You may consult the relevant experts to know the complete details about the festival.
