This word is derived from ‘duhu’ and ‘avam’. ‘Duhu’ means that which is far away and ‘avam’ means that which brings closer. Thus, that which brings the distant Pavitraks (Subtlemost particles) of Shri Ganapati closer is the durva.
At many places during Ganeshotsav, people vie to sing Aratis loudly to the accompaniment of ear-splitting musical instruments. Avoid this; sing Aratis after understanding their meaning, with the correct pronunciation and slowly.
It is mentioned in the scriptures that immersion of Shri Ganapati Idol should necessarily be done in flowing water or a reservoir.
Mahotkat Vinayak, Gunesh, Ganesh, Dhumraketu are the incarnations of Deity Ganapati. Also know about Ganapati and other deities.
The science behind the idol of Deity Ganesh is given in the ‘Shriganapatyatharvashirsha’.
Each different part of the Ganesh idol represent it’s own spiritual & scientific significance. Following article explains the different parts of the idol in detail.
Read about Public celebration of Ganeshotsav (Ganesh festival) – How it should and should not be ?, What should be excluded from the festival ?, What should be included in the festival ? in this article.
Read more about the benefits of the sattvik Shri Ganapati Idol, Instructions for devotees of Shri Ganapati, spiritual benefit of Ganesh festival by bringing a sattvik Shri Ganapati Idol in this article.
An article describes a procedure of how to bring Shri Ganapati Idol home for worship during Shri Ganesh Chaturthi.
Celebrating Ganesh Festival by performing the ritualistic worship in the right way helps in invoking Shri Ganapatitattva into the Idol and Satvik energy is created in the Idol.
