One of the most significant Hindu holidays, Ganesh Chaturthi, is joyfully observed throughout India and other parts of the world with great enthusiasm and joy. The 10-day festival commemorates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity of knowledge, riches, and prosperity. It will be observed on Tuesday, September 19 this year. The Shukla Paksha Chaturthi in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada marks the start of the celebration. September 2023 Holidays Calendar With Major Festivals and Events.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 Date & Shubh Muhurat

Typically, Ganeshotsav takes place in August or September. This year, Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 will take place on September 19. According to Drikpanchang, the Chaturthi Tithi starts at 12:39 PM on September 18 and finishes at 01:43 PM on September 19. Ganesh Visarjan (Anant Chaturdashi), the final day of the 10-day-long Ganeshotsav, will fall on September 28. The immersion of Lord Ganesha's idols takes place on this day.

Ganesh Chaturthi

Hindus observe Ganesh Chaturthi to commemorate the birth of Lord Ganesha and to ask for his blessings on wisdom, wealth, and good fortune. Additionally, family and friends gather together to celebrate the event. Janmashtami 2023 Date, Time & Shubh Muhurat: Know Significance, Puja Vidhi & Gokulashtami Katha As We Celebrate the Birth of Lord Krishna.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: Vinayaka Sthapana

According to Drikpanchang, the Chaturthi Tithi starts at 12:39 PM on September 18 and finishes at 01:43 PM on September 19. On September 19, between 11:01 AM and 01:30 PM, the Madhyahna Muhurat is an auspicious time to install the Lord Ganesha idol. However, it's crucial to avoid seeing the moon before Ganesha Chaturthi; therefore, on September 18, from 09:45 AM to 08:44 PM, moon gazing is forbidden.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: How to Celebrate

Set up the Ganesha statue: Installing the Ganesha idol in your home or a public area is the first step. The idol may be crafted from metal, wood, or clay. On September 19, between 11:01 AM and 01:30 PM, the Madhyahna Muhurat is the most fortunate time to place the idol.

Ganesh Pooja: You can perform the puja once the idol has been installed. Puja is a practice that entails bathing the idol, making prayers, and presenting food and flowers as offerings. Either you or a priest can perform the puja.

Kirtans and Bhajans: It is customary to perform kirtans and bhajans in honour of Lord Ganesha during Ganesh Chaturthi. Bhajans and kirtans can be heard in Hindu temples or online.

Visit Ganesha Temple/Pandals: During Ganesh Chaturthi, temporary structures called Ganesha pandals are erected. They have lights, flowers, and other festive decorations on them. You can go to a Ganesha pandal to celebrate the festival and to worship Lord Ganesha.

Offerings for Ganesha: Flowers, fruits, sweets, and modak are just a few of the tributes that you might present to Lord Ganesha. The sweet dumplings known as modak are thought to be Lord Ganesha's favourite dish.

Ganesh Visarjan: Ganesha is worshipped for ten days before being submerged in a lake or river. It's called Vinayaka Visarjan. The immersion serves as a symbolic act of gratitude to Lord Ganesha for his favours.

The aarti, a fire ceremony done to praise the gods, is the primary component of the puja. Ganesha's statue is encircled by a lamp during the aarti, and prayers are chanted. Prasad, a sweet dish sanctified by the gods, is offered as an offering to close the puja.

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