Somvati Amavasya 2024: Know What Happens By Lighting A Lamp On Somvati Amavasya
Somvati Amavasya is considered highly auspicious for gaining blessings from Lord Shiva, ancestors, and Goddess Lakshmi. Lighting lamps at specific places in the house brings numerous benefits.
Somvati Amavasya 2024: On Somvati Amavasya, taking a bath, donating, and performing prayers yield special benefits. The fast observed on this day holds great significance for the peace of ancestors and the long life of the husband. Additionally, worshiping Tulsi on this day pleases Lord Vishnu.
This time, on Somvati Amavasya in December, taking a bath in the Ganges will bring immense blessings from Lord Ashutosh, as this year’s Paush Amavasya falls on a Monday. Lighting lamps at home on this day has significant benefits.
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What Happens On Lighting A Lamp On Somvati Amavasya
Lighting a lamp on Somvati Amavasya holds great significance. On this day, lighting a lamp invites the blessings of deities, and ancestors are also pleased. It brings prosperity and well-being to the home, dispels sorrow and poverty, and ensures the presence of Goddess Lakshmi in the house.
Where To Place Lamps On Somvati Amavasya
- Outside The House, In The South Direction – The south direction is considered the domain of Yam. On Somvati Amavasya, a mustard oil lamp should be lit in the south direction outside the house for the ancestors. It is believed that during the Pradosh period on this day, the ancestors return to their realm, and the light of the lamp guides them on their path.
- For Goddess Lakshmi – The northeast corner of the house is believed to be the abode of deities. Lighting a lamp in the northeast corner on Somvati Amavasya attracts Goddess Lakshmi to the home, bringing blessings of wealth and abundance.
- Near The Peepal Tree – On Amavasya, a sesame oil lamp should be lit near the Peepal tree. This brings blessings from the ancestors and Lord Vishnu, and it also pleases the ancestors.
- Main Door – On Somvati Amavasya, place ghee lamps on both sides of the main door and keep a vessel of water there. This should be done after sunset. It is believed that this brings prosperity and well-being to the home.
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