Why do we cover face of Ganesha?

The Ganpati murti is considered as the protector and that is the reason we always worship him before starting something new in our life. Most of us usually keep Ganesha idols at home without knowing exactly where and how to place it.

What do you do when you bring Ganesha home?

In order to install Lord Ganesha’s clay idol at home, devotees first clean their house and take a bath themselves. They then fill a Kalash with water, place a coconut on top of it and decorate it with betel leaves.

Why do people bring Ganpati home?

It is believed that Lord Ganesha returns to Mount Kailash to join his parents Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on the last day of the festival. The celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi also denotes the significance of the cycle of birth, life and death.

Can Ganesha face east?

Ganpati idols or images should ideally be placed in the north, north-east, east or west direction, preferably facing the north.

Which side should Ganesha trunk face?

The left side of Lord Ganesha is believed to be aligned with and possess the qualities of the Moon, which makes that side peaceful and blissful. Also, that side signifies the material gains and prosperity and thus, householders always prefer the left-trunk idol as it is believed to bring them prosperity.

What are the do’s and don’ts of Ganesh Chaturthi?

– If not possible at home carry the idol to a nearby natural water body for immersion. – Do not bid farewell to Lord Ganesha without aarti and offerings of food. – Do not start processions at an inappropriate time. – Do not close the door of the house when idol is carried out for Visarjan.

Which side should Ganesha face?

1. The best direction to place Ganpati idol is in the East or North-East. Do NOT place the idol ever in the South direction or against a wall attached to a toilet. This is the most important point.

Which way should Ganesha trunk face?

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Most householders always buy an idol with a trunk to the left. The trunk curving to the left is called a Vamamukhi (Facing the Northern direction). The left side of Lord Ganesha is believed to be aligned with and possess the qualities of the Moon, which makes that side peaceful and blissful.

Which direction should Ganesha face?

Can we keep Ganesha photo in bedroom?

It is advised to not place idols in bedrooms. Incase, you would want to,then keep it in the northeast direction. Also, as per vastu,feet should not face the idol.