Thu Oct 31 11:59:03 UTC 2024: ## Diwali 2024: Light a ‘Kalawe’ Diya for Prosperity and Ancestral Blessings
**Mumbai, India** – As Diwali celebrations reach their peak, astrologers are emphasizing the significance of lighting a ‘kalawe’ (sacred thread) lamp during the worship of Goddess Lakshmi. This ritual, believed to attract wealth and prosperity, also holds deep spiritual significance, according to Pandit Hitendra Kumar Sharma, a renowned astrologer and Vastu consultant from Bhopal.
“The ‘kalawe’ is considered sacred in Hinduism, representing the presence of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. It is also believed to embody the divine energy of Goddesses Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Parvati,” explained Pandit Sharma. “Lighting a ‘kalawe’ diya during Lakshmi puja not only brings positive energy into the home but also invokes the blessings of the Trinity and the Goddesses, driving away negativity.”
Beyond financial prosperity, the ‘kalawe’ diya is said to offer protection against ancestral curses, known as ‘Pitra Dosha.’ “The final portion of the ‘kalawe’ is dedicated to ancestors,” remarked Pandit Sharma. “Therefore, lighting this lamp signifies a connection to them, seeking their grace and blessings.”
The auspicious occasion of Diwali, celebrated on the new moon night of the Kartik month, offers a unique opportunity to strengthen spiritual connections and invite abundance into one’s life. By incorporating this simple yet potent ritual of the ‘kalawe’ diya, devotees hope to receive the divine blessings of Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth, and their ancestors, ensuring a prosperous and blissful year ahead.
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