Astrological significance of Diwali

Diwali is the most important festival for Hindus across the world. This day marks the return of Lord Rama along with Mata Sita and Lakshman to Ayodhya after their 14 years of exile. It takes place on the 15th day of Kartik maas as per the Hindu Lunar calendar. In 2019, Diwali occurs on 27th October 2019.

Diwali celebrations are spread over five days, starting on Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj. Diwali or Deepawali is a Sanskrit word which means a garland of diyas or lamps.

Celebrate the first day of Diwali, i.e. Dhanteras with auspicious Lakshmi Kuber Puja to invoke the blessings of Lord Dhanpati aka Kuber & Maa Lakshmi and seek wealth, wisdom, and prosperity in life. Click on Lakshmi Kuber Group Puja to place an order now!

Like all Indian festivals, Diwali too has important astrological significance. It marks the new lunar year and celebrates the season of harvest as well. On this day, it is believed that the planetary positions are also very favorable and hence, help bestow wealth and prosperity on all.

On the days of Diwali festival, the Sun, and the Moon are in conjunction which means that this period promotes harmony. These luminaries are placed in Libra in the Swati Nakshatra. Libra’s symbol is a balance scale and therefore, this festival helps balance love, wealth, joy, good health and happiness in the lives of the people.

The Swati Nakshatra is the ruling Nakshatra during Diwali and is a feminine constellation. This constellation is linked to Maa Saraswati as per Hindu mythology and she presents music, knowledge, wisdom, arts etc. therefore, this Nakshatra ensures a happy time.

To ensure Diwali is the beginning of all good things in life such as - health, wealth, prosperity, happiness, life longevity and great relationships, it is important to invoke the blessings of Lord Kuber, Lord Ganesha, Maa Maha Kali and Maa Mahalakshmi.

Each year Diwali occurs on the same

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, i.e. the Aswayuja Amavasya. As per astrology, the Aswayuja Amavasya marks the conjunction, exact, of the Sun and the moon in Libra zodiac sign. Libra rules the business and professional life. Hence, on Diwali is believed starting a new venture is very auspicious. On Diwali, Surya dev, Hanuman, Maa Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha are worshiped to invite health, wealth, and prosperity.