Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Dos and Don'ts for Bringing Ganpati Bappa Home
Choosing the Idol
What to do: When selecting an idol of Lord Ganesha, opt for a small idol made of eco-friendly materials like clay that will dissolve easily during Visarjan. Ensure there are no cracks or damages.
What not to do: Avoid idols made with Plaster of Paris due to harmful chemicals that may pollute water later.
Bringing Bappa Home
What to do: Check with the Pandit ji for the right time to bring Ganpati home. Upon entering, chant mantras for Lord Ganesha.
What not to do: Do not place the idol on the floor; set up a table with flowers and sweets prior to his arrival.
Setting up the Pandal
What to do: Position the idol in the living room or puja area for family and friends to gather and pray together.
What not to do: Avoid placing Bappa in kitchens or areas with accumulated garbage.
Daily Worship
What to do: Maintain daily rituals and offer fresh flowers, light a diya, and serve Modak.
What not to do: Keep the area uncluttered and avoid eating near the idol.
Fasting During Ganpati
What to do: Some devotees fast or maintain a Sattvik diet throughout the festival.
What not to do: Refrain from eating non-vegetarian food and avoid negative thoughts or disputes.
The Day of Visarjan
What to do: On Visarjan day, celebrate joyfully while immersing the idol in water, chanting as you send off Ganpati with love.
What not to do: Do not throw the idol into water or damage it. Remember that Ganesh will return next year.
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