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Vishwakarma Puja 2023: Learn How to Honor the Divine Architect

He is the one who skillfully crafted the magnificent chariots of the Gods. He is the mastermind behind the creation of the powerful divine weapon known as the Vajra, wielded by Lord Indra. Moreover, He is a genius architect who built legendary cities like Lanka, Dwarika, and Indraprastha.

Lord Vishwakarma, known as the celestial architect and divine craftsman, holds a significant and revered position among the gods. His name is synonymous with boundless creativity, innovative ideas, and exceptional craftsmanship. As the supreme creator of the universe, He has blessed humanity with awe-inspiring creations that reflect His artistic genius.

Vishwakarma Puja is a revered festival that honors Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect, and craftsman in Sanatana Dharma. This auspicious occasion is observed with great devotion and enthusiasm as it pays homage to the creator of the universe and all its magnificent creations. This blog aims to deepen our understanding of the spiritual significance of Vishwakarma Puja, as well as the customs and rituals associated with it. Let’s begin.

Why do people conduct Lord Vishwakarma Puja?

For Acquiring Knowledge and Skills:

 People pray to Lord Vishwakarma for various reasons, seeking His divine blessings and guidance in their lives. Lord Vishwakarma is revered as the ultimate craftsman and architect. People pray to Him to seek His blessings for acquiring skills, expertise, and mastery in their respective professions. Whether one is an artist, engineer, craftsman, or any other professional, they seek His guidance to enhance their creative abilities and excel in their work.

For inspiration and innovation:

 Lord Vishwakarma is known for His unparalleled creativity and innovation. Devotees pray to Him to inspire their minds and ignite their creative spark. They seek His divine intervention to help them overcome creative blocks, generate innovative ideas, and find unique solutions to challenges they may encounter.

For completion and protection of the projects:

 As the divine architect, Lord Vishwakarma is the epitome of expertise in construction and architecture. Seekers involved in building projects, whether small-scale or large-scale, pray to Him for His guidance, wisdom, and blessings. They seek His assistance in ensuring the successful completion of their projects, as well as the structural integrity and aesthetic beauty of their creations. Lord Vishwakarma is believed to be the protector of all creations and the one who ensures their smooth functioning as well. Hence, after the completion of any project, Lord Vishwakarma is prayed for as He is known to bestow His protection on the project, ensuring its longevity.

Vishwakarma Puja 

Vishwakarma Puja is a sacred occasion to honor Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and the presiding deity of all craftsmen and artisans. Follow these steps to perform the puja with utmost devotion and respect:

Begin your day by waking up early in the morning and preparing yourself for the puja. Take a bath and wear clean clothes. Ensure that the area where you will perform the Vishwakarma Puja is clean as well. Also, clean your tools and machines with the utmost respect, care, and dedication.

Gather all the necessary items for the puja, including Akshat (rice), flowers, sweets, fruits, dhoop (fragrance), ghee (clarified butter), oil lamp, sandalwood paste, and a picture or idol of Lord Vishwakarma.

Create a beautiful puja altar using fresh flowers and dress the Vishwakarma Vigraha (consecrated idol) in clean and colorful clothes and jewelry. Arrange the tools and equipment neatly in front of the puja altar.

With a calm mind, join your hands, close your eyes, and focus on your breath to center yourself.

With devotion and faith, offer flowers and sandalwood paste to the Vigraha or photo of Lord Vishwakarma and say, “O Vishwakarma ji, please come here and accept my worship.”

Apply Tilak (vermillion mark) and Akshat (rice) on all the available tools, symbolizing their sanctification. Pray to Lord Vishwakarma to bring wealth, glory, happiness, peace, and freedom from fear. Seek blessings for knowledge, skills, and protection for your workplace and projects. Recite the mantra “Om Vishwakarmane Namah” with utmost devotion.

Apply vermillion on the Vigraha, photograph, tools, and machines as a mark of reverence.

Sing praises, perform the Aarti (devotional song), and chant the mantra while offering prayers and worship to the deity. Light ghee and oil lamps and offer incense sticks, allowing their fragrance to waft through the air as an offering to Lord Vishwakarma.

Spread Akshat and flower petals throughout your house, office, or workshop to invoke positive energy and blessings. Tie a sacred thread (Mauli) on the right wrist of those present for the puja, and don’t forget to tie the sacred thread around the tools and machinery as well, signifying their protection.

Offer Prasad (Sweets, sacred food) to Lord Vishwakarma, and then distribute it among your family and friends as a blessed offering.

Some people also perform Havan (sacred fire ritual) on this auspicious occasion, invoking the divine energies and seeking their blessings for prosperity and success.

By following these rituals and performing the Vishwakarma Puja with sincere devotion, you can seek the blessings of Lord Vishwakarma for well-being, prosperity, and success in your craftsmanship and endeavors.

Vishwakarma Puja 2023

According to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Lord Vishwakarma Jayanti is celebrated on the day of Kanya Sankranti. On this day, people worship Lord Vishwakarma. Vishwakarma Puja is on 17th September this year. As per the Panchang, the auspicious time for worship is 1:43 PM.

As you embark on this spiritual journey, remember that the true essence of Vishwakarma Puja lies not only in the rituals but also in the intentions and emotions behind them. Let your heart be filled with reverence and gratitude as you seek the blessings of Lord Vishwakarma for prosperity, success, and the strength to overcome challenges.

We hope that it has provided you with the knowledge and inspiration to perform 

Vishwakarma Puja with sincerity and devotion. May your puja be filled with blessings, joy, and fulfillment. Embrace this auspicious occasion, and may Lord Vishwakarma shower you with prosperity and success in all your endeavors.

Wishing you a blessed Vishwakarma Puja!

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