
Vishvakarma Puja is the annual festival honoring Lord Vishvakarma, the divine architect of the gods. It will be celebrated with great enthusiasm throughout Nepal tomorrow. Devotees from across the country gather to pray for the prosperity and well-being of their workplace. This year’s celebrations are set to begin early after the sun rises.
The festival is generally celebrated every year between 16 and 18 September, according to the Gregorian calendar, the last few days of the Hindu Bhadra month. People worship the tools, machinery, and workspaces that are part of their daily lives. After the sunrise people set up images of Lord Vishvakarma to begin the rituals and present flowers, fruits, and sweets to get blessings and ensure the success and safety of their labor throughout the year.
Vishvakarma Puja has its roots in ancient Hindu mythology, where Lord Vishvakarma is recognized for constructing and creating god’s palaces and mythological cities such as Dwarka. He is also thought to have created the divine weapons used by gods such as the Sudarshana Chakra of Vishnu, the Trishula of Shiva, and the lance of Kartikeya. This highlights the creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation of the lord Vishvakarma.
As people prepare for Vishvakarma Puja, this year’s festival adds significance to the lives of people to reflect on their work and tools, making it an important event. In an era of fast technological development and difficulties, Vishvakarma Puja emphasizes the value of innovation and creativity.
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