Things to Keep in Mind When Bringing Home a Laxmi-Ganesh Murti for Diwali
Indian families bring home Goddess Laxmi and Lord Ganesha on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. Before bringing them home, the house is thoroughly cleaned and decorated. The Laxmi Ganesh murti is worshipped on the night of Diwali. Here are some things that you must keep in mind when getting Laxmi-Ganesh murtis for your home this Diwali: · Separate Idols : It is advised to buy idols that are separated. Interlinked idols should not be bought as it is said not to be auspicious. · Details : Make sure that the Laxmi idol is not sitting on the owl. This is a different type of Laxmi murti that is bough when Goddess Laxmi is worshipped separately. When worshipped together with Lord Ganesh, the Goddess should be sitting on the Lotus flower and should have one hand placed upright symbolizing the giving of blessings. On the other hand of the idol should have a shower of money on it. This will attract wealth and prosperity to your house. On the other hand, the Ganesh idol