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Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang day starts and ends with sunrise.
The act of gambling is known in Hinduism since Vedic period. However, it was known as game of Dyuta and called Dyuta-Krida (द्यूत-क्रीडा). The board on which it is played is known as Chaupar and dice are known as Pasha (पाश). In modern India, the game of dice is known as Jua (जुआ) and it is taboo to play Jua in many families. Most states in India have banned all sorts of gambling activities. However, many families play it during Diwali for religious reasons.
It is believed that the game of dice was invented by Lord Shiva itself and it was played between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati the very first time. It was stated by Lord Shiva to Goddess Parvati, "O Devi! I have created the game of dice for those who want to play it for time pass, for those who want to amass sudden wealth and to destroy the wealth of someone".
As per Hindu religious books, it was the day of Kartik Pratipada when Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati played the game of dice the very first time. It is believed that the day of Kartik Pratipada, which is also known as Bali Pratipada and Govardhan Puja, is blessed by Goddess Parvati herself. Hence whoever plays Dyuta Krida on this day is blessed by Goddess Parvati.
Dyuta Krida is a must ritual on the day of Kartik Pratipada which is also the first day of Hindu Samvat year and known as Gujarati New Year. The best time to play Dyuta is early morning during Pratahkal. As per religious books, wearing new clothes after Abhyang Snan on the first day of Kartik month should be followed by Dyuta Krida and taking Mangal Aarti from female members of the family.
Many people play Dyuta on Diwali night which has no religious significance. None of the religious books mention gambling on Diwali night. However, most of them unanimously suggest playing Dyuta on the day of Kartik Pratipada. Also most of the people believe that Diwali day is an auspicious day for gambling and whoever gambles on this day wins. We all know that it cannot be correct as someone has to lose for someone to win in the game of dice. The reason, why religious books suggest playing Dyuta, is not that it is an auspicious day to win but it is the day to forecast for the coming year. If someone wins in the game of Dyuta on Kartik Pratipada then the whole year would be good for that person and if someone loses then it is omen of bad luck in coming year.
Diwali is a major festival of Hindus. Various Gods and Goddesses are worshipped in the five-day Diwali festival. Dhantrayodashi, Narak Chaturdashi, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, Bhaiya Dooj are the part of this five-day Diwali festival.
Diwali is the five days festivity period which begins on Dhanteras and ends on Bhaiya Dooj. Diwali Puja Calendar is given on this page, through which you can get detailed information about the Diwali rituals and their auspicious timings.
Full size Yantra wallpaper for Diwali Puja is given here, which can be printed. Worshiping Shri Lakshmi-Ganesh Yantra on Diwali brings wealth, prosperity, happiness and peace.
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The 16 steps of Lakshmi Puja during Diwali are given on this page. Performing Shodashopachar Lakshmi Puja on Diwali brings special blessings of the Goddess and brings happiness and prosperity.
Kuber Puja Vidhi during Diwali is given on this page. Kuber Dev is the protector of all the wealth of the world. To seek happiness and prosperity, Shri Kuber is also worshipped along with Goddess Lakshmi on the day of Dhanteras.
Detailed Deepavali Puja Vidhi is given in this article. On the occasion of Diwali, special worship of Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Saraswati and Lord Ganesha is done along with other deities.
This page contains free e-greetings and e-cards for Deepawali with the photos of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and other deities. Users can save them and send to their loved ones with sweet Diwali messages.
On this page beautiful Rangoli designs for Diwali are given with step by step pictures, by which beautiful Diwali rangoli can be made easily. Rangoli is made on Diwali to welcome Goddess Lakshmi.
The Puja Samagri used in Lakshmi Pujan is listed on this page. All the items used in Lakshmi Puja including herbs like Mura, Jatamasi, Bach, Kushtha and Shaileya etc. are described in this article.
Full size HD Lakshmi Ganesha images are provided on this page. Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Saraswati are worshipped on the auspicious occasion of Diwali for which beautiful images have been presented which can be shared with loved ones.
List of Diwali Puja Mantras for Lakshmi Ganesha Puja is given on this page, which includes Lakshmi Vinayaka Mantra, Lakshmi Ganesha Dhyana Mantra and Rinharta Ganapati Mantra.
How to do Lakshmi Puja during Surya Grahan? Diwali solar eclipse is such a coincidence that can happen anytime. Because Diwali is also celebrated on Amavasya Tithi and Solar Eclipse also always occurs on Amavasya.
Remedies to gain wealth during Diwali have been popular since ancient times. Diwali is a special festival, during which doing different types of remedies gives unexpected benefits.
Lakshmi Puja is performed during five days Diwali festivity. Lakshmi Puja is the most important day of five days festivity. Visit the page to check Lakshmi Puja Muhurat with Pradosh Kaal and Vrishabha Kaal for your city.
Mantra Names of Goddess Lakshmi with meaning and video are given on this page.
Mantra Names of Goddess Lakshmi with meaning and video are given on this page
Lyrics of Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti are given on this page. Om Jai Lakshmi Mata is very popular Aarti and is sung on various festivals related to Goddess Lakshmi.
this 40 verse prayer of Goddess Lakshmi which is also known as Chalisa is given on this page.
This is Shree Mahalakshmi Suktam, which is also known as Shri Suktam. Goddess Lakshmi can be pleased by reciting it regularly.
List of Goddess Mahalakshmi Mantra including divine Mantras like Om Hreem Shreem Lakshmibhayo Namah। is given here. Lakshmi Beej Mantra, Mahalakshmi Mantra and Lakshmi Gayatri Mantra are also listed in this table.
Beautiful Lakshmi Pada designs for Deepawali are given on this page. These designs are also known as Lakshmi Pada Rangoli, Lakshmi Pada Kolam, Lakshmi Pada Muggu and Lakshmi Pada Alpana Designs.
Hridaya Kamala Rangoli designs for Lakshmi Puja are given on this page along with pictures. These designs are also known as Lakshmi Hrudaya Kamala Kolam. Many types of rangolis can be made with the help of these pictures.
