কোজাগরী লক্ষ্মী পূজা 2024 - সময়সূচী, ফর্দমালা। Kojagori Lokkhi Puja 2024 ।কোজাগরী লক্ষ্মী পূজার নিয়ম

Amader Golpo Gatha
27 Sept 202414:24

Summary

TLDRIn this engaging video, the host discusses the significance and rituals of Kojagori Lakshmi Puja, celebrated by Bengali Hindus during the full moon of Ashwin. The video outlines the auspicious timing for the puja, scheduled for October 16, 2024, and details essential preparations, rules, and materials needed for the worship. Emphasizing cleanliness, the host provides guidelines on offerings, including preferred flowers and food items, while also highlighting the importance of reciting the Lakshmi Panchali. Viewers are encouraged to participate in this spiritual celebration and enjoy the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity and happiness.

Takeaways

  • 🎉 The upcoming Kojagari Lakshmi Puja is an important festival for Bengali Hindus, celebrated immediately after Durga Puja.
  • 🌕 Kojagari Purnima, the full moon night in Ashwin, is considered the most auspicious time for worshipping Goddess Lakshmi.
  • 📅 In 2024, Kojagari Lakshmi Puja will be observed on October 16, during the full moon phase from 7:44 PM to 5:19 PM the next day.
  • 🧹 It's essential to clean the house thoroughly, especially the puja area, to ensure peace and prosperity during the festival.
  • 🚫 Avoid any quarrels or harsh words before the puja to maintain a harmonious atmosphere.
  • 🌼 Specific rules for the puja include using colored flowers instead of white ones, with Shyuli being the only exception.
  • 🍽️ A variety of offerings, including sweets, fruits, and special dishes like khichuri and patesh, are traditionally prepared for the puja.
  • 🕯️ Lighting a ghee lamp throughout the night is recommended to ensure that the puja space remains illuminated.
  • 🪙 Gather necessary items like grains, flowers, and specific puja materials including new cloth, coins, and other offerings in advance.
  • 🙏 After the puja, reading the 'Panchali' is crucial, and participants should follow certain rituals while doing so.

Q & A

  • What is the significance of Kojagari Lakshmi Puja in Bengali culture?

    -Kojagari Lakshmi Puja is significant for Bengali Hindus as it celebrates the goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. It is observed after the Durga Puja and is crucial for household happiness.

  • When will Kojagari Lakshmi Puja be celebrated this year?

    -In 2024, Kojagari Lakshmi Puja will be celebrated on October 16, corresponding to the 29th of Ashwin in the Bengali calendar.

  • What preparations should be made for Kojagari Lakshmi Puja?

    -Preparations include cleaning the home and the puja area thoroughly, ensuring no negativity or disturbances, and setting up decorative elements like alpana at the entrance and puja space.

  • What are some specific rituals to follow during Kojagari Lakshmi Puja?

    -During the puja, one should avoid using steel and iron utensils, refrain from playing bells, and only use brass, copper, or earthen pots. Additionally, white flowers are generally avoided, except for the Shyoli flower.

  • What items are essential for the puja setup?

    -Essential items include an idol or image of goddess Lakshmi, a wooden or yellow cloth for the altar, Ganga water, rice, vermilion, and various types of flowers. Specific offerings like sweets, fruits, and nibbles should also be prepared.

  • What offerings are typically made to goddess Lakshmi during the puja?

    -Offerings include sweets like coconut and sesame laddus, various rice preparations, fruits like water chestnuts, and other delicacies such as kheer (rice pudding) or sweets made from milk.

  • What is the significance of the Shyoli flower during the puja?

    -The Shyoli flower is highly regarded and is the only white flower that can be offered to goddess Lakshmi, as it is believed to please her.

  • What should be done after completing the puja?

    -After the puja, participants should recite the Panchali, offer gratitude, and ensure that the offerings are shared among family members, marking the completion of the rituals.

  • How should the puja area be lit during Kojagari Lakshmi Puja?

    -It is important to keep the puja area illuminated, ideally with a ghee lamp burning throughout the night to create a conducive atmosphere for the rituals.

  • What is the cultural practice following the recitation of Panchali?

    -After the recitation, there is often a tradition among women to apply sindoor (vermilion) on each other, celebrating the occasion and reinforcing community bonds.

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