Diwali 2024 ka Tyohar: Lakshmi Puja ki Shubh Samay
Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31, 2024. The festival of Deepawali marks the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The main Diwali festivities focus on Lakshmi Puja, a sacred ritual where devotees seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity, happiness, and peace in the coming year.
According to the Ramayana, Diwali commemorates Lord Rama’s triumphant return to Ayodhya after 14 years in exile, during which he defeated the demon king Ravana. The citizens of Ayodhya celebrated his return by lighting oil lamps, illuminating the entire kingdom.
Beyond this, Diwali also celebrates Goddess Lakshmi’s arrival on earth. It is believed that performing Lakshmi Puja on Diwali will invite the goddess to visit, bringing wealth and fortune. On Diwali night, families gather to perform Lakshmi Puja, invoking Goddess Lakshmi through traditional prayers, the lighting of diyas, and offerings of flowers, sweets, and incense.
Diwali Lakshmi Puja Timings 2024
This year, Diwali falls on Thursday, October 31, 2024, and is considered the most auspicious day for Lakshmi Puja. Observing the Muhurat timings is crucial, as it enhances the puja’s effectiveness. Here’s a detailed look at the best timings for Diwali 2024:
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 6:54 PM to 8:33 PM
This time period aligns with both Pradosh Kaal (6:02 PM to 8:33 PM) and Vrishabha Kaal (6:54 PM to 8:54 PM), making it the ideal window for performing the main Lakshmi Puja ritual.
Amavasya Tithi (New Moon Phase): Begins at 3:52 PM on October 31 and ends at 6:16 PM on November 1. As the darkest night of the month, Amavasya is believed to be the most potent for worshipping Lakshmi.
For those observing late-night rituals, the Nishita Kaal Muhurat offers another opportunity. This period spans from 11:53 PM to 12:43 AM on November 1, under Mahanishita Kaal, which is also auspicious for Lakshmi Puja.
Additional Choghadiya Muhurat Timings
The Choghadiya Muhurat is another traditional timing method to ensure good fortune during the Puja:
Afternoon Muhurat (Shubha): 4:36 PM to 6:02 PM
Evening Muhurat (Amrita, Chara): 6:02 PM to 9:10 PM
Night Muhurat (Labha): 12:18 AM to 1:52 AM on November 1
Early Morning Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita): 3:26 AM to 6:34 AM on November 1
