Why Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped during Diwali

Diwali, also known as the "Festival of Lights," is celebrated across India with great enthusiasm. One of the most important rituals of this festival is the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and fortune. In 2024, Lakshmi Puja will take place on Thursday, October 31, 2024. This auspicious ritual is performed to invoke the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for a prosperous and harmonious life. The belief is that on this day, Lakshmi enters homes that are clean, well-lit, and welcoming.

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat & Timings

For those planning to perform Lakshmi Puja in 2024, here are the important timings to keep in mind:

• Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 06:54 PM to 08:33 PM, October 31, 2024


• Pradosh Kaal: 06:02 PM to 08:33 PM, October 31, 2024


• Vrishabha Kaal: 06:54 PM to 08:54 PM, October 31, 2024


• Amavasya Tithi Begins: 03:52 PM on October 31, 2024


• Amavasya Tithi Ends: 06:16 PM on November 1, 2024

The Pradosh Kaal is considered the most auspicious period for performing the Lakshmi Puja. It falls in the evening, just after sunset. During this time, devotees light lamps and diyas, offer prayers, and seek the goddess’s blessings for wealth and prosperity.

Why Goddess Lakshmi is Worshipped on Diwali?

Goddess Lakshmi is believed to be the harbinger of wealth and prosperity, which is why she is worshipped on Diwali. It is said that on the Amavasya (New Moon) night of Diwali, she visits homes and blesses them with abundance. People clean and decorate their homes with rangolis and lights to welcome her, ensuring that their homes are bright and auspicious for her arrival. Lakshmi Puja is symbolic of wealth, fortune, and spiritual prosperity, and devotees believe it brings good luck for the upcoming year.