The Untold Reasons We Worship Lakshmi and Ganesh on Diwali
Ever Wondered Why We Worship Lakshmi and Ganesh on Diwali Instead of Lord Ram? Every year, millions of diyas light up homes to celebrate the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya . Yet, on this sacred night, our prayers and rituals are offered to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh. 6 Have you ever paused to wonder why? This question, simple yet profound, carries the essence of our culture — a blend of wisdom, prosperity, and divine harmony . The answer lies deep within our ancient scriptures and beautifully connects Satyuga and Tretayuga, faith and philosophy, light and life. The Dual Significance of Diwali According to the Vishnu Purana and Padma Purana , Diwali unites two divine events: In Satyuga : On Kartik Amavasya, Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the ocean during the Samudra Manthan (the great churning of the ocean). Her appearance symbolized the awakening of purity, wealth, and divine grace in the universe. In Tretayuga : Lord Ram returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile ...