The auspicious festival of Basant Panchami will be celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm across the country on the fifth day of the bright half of the month of Magha. Basant Panchami holds special significance for the worship of Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of learning, wisdom, art, and knowledge. On this day, students, teachers, artists, and parents worship Goddess Saraswati and pray for knowledge and success in life. Even before the festival, people start buying idols and pictures of Goddess Saraswati from the markets. However, it is essential to keep some important things in mind while buying an idol or picture; otherwise, the full auspicious benefits of the worship will not be received. Let's find out what precautions should be taken from the astrologer of Deoghar.
What does the astrologer from Deoghar say?
The renowned astrologer of Deoghar, Pandit Nand Kishore Mudgal, says that in 2026, the worship of Goddess Saraswati will be performed across the state on January 23rd. Before that, people buy idols from the markets and bring them home. However, some things are very important to keep in mind while buying an idol; otherwise, it can have negative effects on life.
Always buy an idol with a gentle posture.
The astrologer says that when choosing an idol of Goddess Saraswati, one should first pay attention to her posture. One should never buy an idol of Goddess Saraswati in a standing position. According to religious beliefs, an idol in a standing posture can bring instability, mental stress, and obstacles in life. Instead, it is considered auspicious to install an idol of Goddess Saraswati in a seated, calm, and gentle posture at home.
Goddess Saraswati is seated on a lotus flower.
The idol of Goddess Saraswati is considered the best, in which both the lotus flower and the swan are present with her. The lotus flower is a symbol of knowledge and purity, while the swan signifies discernment and the ability to distinguish between truth and falsehood. Specifically, the idol in which Goddess Saraswati is seated on a lotus flower is considered more auspicious. Such an idol increases positive energy and concentration in the home.
Buy a white-colored idol.
Nowadays, idols of different colors are available in the market, but Pandit Nand Kishore Mudgal says that it is not appropriate to buy an idol of any color just for the sake of fashion. The color white is considered Goddess Saraswati's favorite color, symbolizing purity, peace, and knowledge. Therefore, one should always choose an idol or picture of Goddess Saraswati in white for worship.
Install the idol in this direction:
The direction of idol placement is also of great importance. The idol of Goddess Saraswati should be placed in the north or northeast (Ishaan corner) direction. This direction is considered to be associated with knowledge and positive energy. Also, the idol should depict the Goddess with a calm, gentle, and compassionate expression. Such an idol fosters learning, wisdom, and good values in the home.
Performing the worship with these rituals will bring auspicious results:
By keeping all these points in mind and purchasing an idol of Goddess Saraswati and performing the worship according to the prescribed rituals, the festival of Basant Panchami brings knowledge, success, and positive changes into one's life.
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