Lakshmi Pujan
What is the main purpose of Lakshmi Pujan?
To pray for prosperity and blessings for the coming year.
Kali Chaudas is also known by this other name.
Narak Chaturdashi.
What items are sanctified on Chopda Pujan day?
Accounting ledgers and scriptures.
Diwali is commonly known as what festival?
The Festival of Lights.
What does Annakut mean?
“Mountain of food,” representing a grand feast offered to Bhagwan.
What do people place outside their homes during Diwali to invite Lakshmi Devi?
Small oil lamps.
Who did Lord Krishna defeat on Kali Chaudas?
Narkasur
What is written on the ledgers as part of the puja?
“Subh labh,” meaning “May this object serve you with good fortune.”
What colorful designs are used to decorate entrances during Diwali?
Rangoli.
What is Bhai Beej?
A celebration where sisters invite brothers for a meal and receive gifts in return.
According to tradition, where does Lakshmi Devi bless people with wealth?
In homes that are clean and where people work hard.
What blessing did Narkasur ask for from Krishna Bhagwan before his death?
That those who bathe before sunrise on this day will be free from fear.
What modern item is sometimes included in Chopda Pujan?
A laptop, since businesses often use digital accounting now.
What does Diwali symbolize in the Hindu tradition?
The victory of good over evil and the start of a new year.
New Year’s Day marks the start of which month?
Kartik month
What did Shastriji Maharaj decide to do with the treasure found in the Sarangpur Mandir foundation?
He had it buried, relying instead on God and devotees' support for building the mandir.
What traditional ritual is performed on Kali Chaudas for protection?
Devotees pray and offer pujan to Hanumanji to remove inauspiciousness and fear of evil spirits and beings.
What do people pray for during Chopda Pujan?
Forgiveness for past mistakes and wisdom for the year ahead.
Which five deities are commonly associated with Diwali?
Bhagwan Ram, Krishna, Lakshmi, Sarasvati, and Hanumanji.
What is New Year’s Day a time for among family and friends?
Renewing family bonds and forgiving past grievances.