Narak Chaturdashi is one of the very special festivals of Sanatan Dharma. This festival is also known as Chhoti Diwali. According to religious legends, on this day Lord Krishna killed Narakasura. For this reason Lord Krishna is worshiped on Chhoti Diwali. Along with these, Mother Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are also worshiped on this day. According to religious experts, along with the worship of these Gods and Goddesses, Yama lamp should also be lit. In this, prayers are offered to Yamraj by lighting a lamp.
According to religious belief, on this day devotees should apply oil on the entire body and take bath. This ritual not only symbolizes physical purification, but the process also gives people mental peace. Let us know what is the importance of this festival and how devotees should worship on this day.
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Importance of Chaturdashi
According to religious legends, Narakasura had captured 16 thousand girls, whom he harassed every day. Along with this, Narakasura started troubling the gods also. Troubled by this, all the gods went to Lord Krishna. Then Lord Krishna fought with Narakasura and killed him.
The festival of Naraka Chaturdashi is celebrated to commemorate the killing of Narakasura. It is believed that gods and goddesses are worshiped on this day. Apart from this, lamps are donated in the evening after worshiping Lord Yamraj. In this, all the devotees light lamps outside their houses. It is believed that this tradition protects a person from untimely death.
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How to worship on Narak Chaturdashi?
On the day of Narak Chaturdashi, take bath early in the morning, after which wear clean clothes. In this festival, formal worship is done in the evening. Clean the puja place of your home in the evening and install a chowki there. Spread a red colored cloth on the stool. Then place the idols of Mother Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Lord Krishna. Offer flowers, fruits and sweets in front of them.
Worship the Gods and Goddesses by applying turmeric, kumkum, roli and sandalwood. After this, keep 14 lamps lit. Perform aarti after puja. After worshiping the Gods and Goddesses, light a lamp outside the house and keep it towards the south. After placing this lamp, pray to Lord Yamraj to protect the lives of the family members.
Note: This article is based on religious beliefs and calculations. We do not confirm this.