Ashwina Amavasya (Diwali Lakshmi Puja)
अश्विन अमावस्या (दीपावली लक्ष्मी पूजा अमावस्या)
Ashwina Amavasya is the globally celebrated festival of Diwali (Deepawali). The darkest night of the year is transformed into a dazzling celebration of light, welcoming Goddess Mahalakshmi and Lord Ganesha into homes.
October 10, 2026
Saturday
05:00 AM to 06:35 AM
Sacred river bath muhurta
October 09, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Commencement
October 10, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Conclusion
ॐ श्रीं ह्रीं श्रीं कमले कमलालये प्रसीद प्रसीद श्रीं ह्रीं श्रीं ॐ महालक्ष्म्यै नमः॥
Oṁ śrīṁ hrīṁ śrīṁ kamale kamalālaye prasīda prasīda śrīṁ hrīṁ śrīṁ oṁ mahālakṣmyai namaḥ ||
Salutations to Supreme Goddess Mahalakshmi, who dwells in the celestial lotus. Shower your divine grace, purity, and inexhaustible prosperity upon us.
Spiritual & Scriptural Significance
Commemorates Lord Rama's triumphant return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and Goddess Lakshmi's emergence from the cosmic ocean. Worshipping Lakshmi on this night invites enduring prosperity, wisdom, and spiritual illumination.
Pauranic Katha & History
The Skanda Purana describes how the citizens of Ayodhya illuminated every path and terrace with golden earthen lamps to guide Lord Rama, Mata Sita, and Lakshmana on their joyous return. Furthermore, on this night, Goddess Lakshmi visits dwellings illuminated with love and purity, dissolving all traces of poverty and despair.
Step-by-Step Pitru Tarpan & Puja Vidhi
- 1Take an early morning Abhyanga snana (bath with fragrant herbs and sesame oil).
- 2Decorate the home entrance with fresh mango leaf torans and vibrant Rangoli patterns.
- 3Install idols of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Saraswati on a red silk altar.
- 4Perform the elaborate Shodashopachara Lakshmi Puja during the auspicious Pradosha Kaal or Nishita Kaal.
- 5Light 21, 51, or 108 earthen ghee lamps and place them across every doorway, balcony, and threshold.
Frequently Asked Questions: Ashwina Amavasya (Diwali Lakshmi Puja)
Why is Lakshmi Puja performed during Pradosha Kaal on Diwali Amavasya?
Pradosha Kaal (the twilight window lasting approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes after sunset) is ruled by Sthira Lagna (fixed ascendant), ensuring that the prosperity bestowed by Goddess Lakshmi remains permanent and stable.
Why do we worship Lord Ganesha alongside Goddess Lakshmi?
Wealth without wisdom and ethical discernment can lead to ruin; Lord Ganesha bestows Buddhi (intellect) and removes obstacles, ensuring that Lakshmi's wealth brings true well-being.