Diwali is one of the most auspicious festivals in Hinduism, celebrated across the country with charm and grandeur. Observed by devotees everywhere, its religious ceremonies span three sacred days — beginning with Dhanteras, followed by Narak Chaturdashi (Kali Chaudas), and culminating in Diwali (Lakshmi Ganesh Puja).
The Diwali Puja honours five deities: Lord Ganesha, worshipped alongside Maa Lakshmi in her three forms — Mahalakshmi (goddess of wealth, happiness and prosperity), Mahasaraswati (goddess of knowledge) and Mahakali (protector and remover of evil) — together with Lord Kuber, the treasurer of the gods.
Day 1 – Dhanteras: Lakshmi Kuber Puja
On the first day of Diwali, Dhanteras, Lord Dhanvantari — the physician of the gods and an incarnation of Lord Vishnu — is worshipped, along with Maa Lakshmi, since “Dhan” means wealth, money and prosperity. This day is also known as Yamadeepdaan, when lamps are lit through the night in reverence to Lord Yama, the god of death.
Benefits of Kuber Puja on Dhanteras
Kuber Puja is especially beneficial for all finance-related problems, hurdles and obstacles in business. The Kuber Yantra is one of the most powerful and ancient yantras, and worshipping it on Dhanteras is believed to bestow divine energy, skill and sincerity while removing life’s obstacles.
The benefits of Kuber Puja include:
- Victory in legal battles
- Faster recovery of debts
- A harmonious family life
- Removal of evil curses
- Expansion in business
- Increase in bank balance
- Abundant prosperity and wealth
Day 2 – Narak Chaturdashi (Kali Chaudas)
Celebrated on the 14th day of Krishna Paksha — the dark half of the Kartik month in the Hindu lunar calendar — this day is also known as Kali Chaudas (Kali meaning dark, Chaudas meaning fourteen). Maa Mahakali is worshipped to seek protection from evil, negativity and chronic disease, as well as from emotional imbalance, turmoil and danger.
Benefits of Kali Chaudas Puja
Worshipping Maa Mahakali on this day is believed to give protection from:
- Evil spirits
- Black magic
- Ghosts
- Curses
- Untimely death
Day 3 – Diwali: Lakshmi Ganesh Puja
The word Diwali comes from Deepa (light) and Avali (a row) — a “row of lights” that marks the victory of good over evil and, most importantly, the rising awareness of inner consciousness.
This day is celebrated to invoke happiness, wisdom and prosperity, with Lord Ganesha and Maa Lakshmi worshipped together — Lakshmi denoting wealth and prosperity, and Ganesha denoting happiness and wisdom.
Benefits of Lakshmi Ganesh Puja
The benefits of Lakshmi Ganesh Puja include:
- Happiness and inner peace
- Expansion of business
- Prosperity and good luck
- Protection from poverty and debt
- A boost to bank balance
- A happy marital life
- Removal of hurdles in life and academics
- Success in all spheres of life
- Achievement of life goals
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three days of Diwali Lakshmi Puja?
The three days are Dhanteras (Lakshmi Kuber Puja), Narak Chaturdashi or Kali Chaudas (Mahakali Puja), and Diwali (Lakshmi Ganesh Puja) — each honouring different deities for wealth, protection and prosperity.
Which deities are worshipped during Diwali?
Diwali honours five deities: Lord Ganesha, Maa Lakshmi in her three forms (Mahalakshmi, Mahasaraswati and Mahakali), and Lord Kuber, the treasurer of the gods.
What is the significance of Dhanteras?
Dhanteras marks the first day of Diwali, when Lord Dhanvantari, Maa Lakshmi and Lord Kuber are worshipped for wealth, health and prosperity. Lamps are lit at night as Yamadeepdaan.
Why is Kali Chaudas celebrated?
Kali Chaudas, or Narak Chaturdashi, is observed to worship Maa Mahakali for protection from evil spirits, black magic, negativity and danger.
What are the benefits of Lakshmi Ganesh Puja on Diwali?
Lakshmi Ganesh Puja invites wealth, wisdom, happiness and prosperity, while removing obstacles and protecting against poverty and debt.
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