Table of Contents
- 1 Why should we not see moon on Ganesh Chaturthi story?
- 2 On which Ganesh Chaturthi we should not see moon?
- 3 What are the do’s and don’ts of Ganesh Chaturthi?
- 4 Who is the wife of Lord Chandra?
- 5 Can we eat non veg on Ganesh?
- 6 Can we look at the Moon on the day of Ganesh Chaturthi?
- 7 Why Ganesh chathurdi is celebrated on the fourth day of waxing moon period?
Why should we not see moon on Ganesh Chaturthi story?
According to tradition, it is believed that one should not sight the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi. If a person sees the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi, they’ll be cursed with accusations of theft and dishonoured by society. According to a legend, Lord Krishna had fallen prey to the Mithya Dosha.
Why moon was cursed by Ganesha?
One night, Lord Ganesha went for a ride on his mouse. The tiny mouse could not bear his weight and tripped. The moon started laughing at the funny sight. Ganesha got angry and cursed the moon saying that anyone who looks at the moon on the night of the Ganesh Chaturthi will be falsely accused.
On which Ganesh Chaturthi we should not see moon?
Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: According to the stories mentioned in Hindu scriptures, the moon should not be seen on the fourth day of Shukla Paksha of Bhado month. It is said that if you view the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi, on the fourth day of Shukla Paksha of Bhado, you will be falsely accused.
Can we eat onions on Ganesh Chaturthi?
Avoid ginger and garlic Once the Lord Ganesh puja is done, till his departure (visarjan), it is said the family members should avoid having garlic and onion. Also, the family should avoid the usage of onion and garlic in the kitchen.
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.
Who cursed Chandra Dev?
Among his 27 wives, Daksha’s daughters, Chandra was especially fond of his fourth wife, Rohini, and spent most of his time with her. The other wives resented his indifference to them and complained about it to their father. Daksha immediately cursed Chandra.
Who is the wife of Lord Chandra?
| Chandra | |
|---|---|
| Parents | Atri (father) Anusuya (mother) |
| Siblings | Durvasa and Dattatreya |
| Consort | Rohini (chief consort), Revati and other 25 Nakshatra goddesses; Tara (illegitimate) |
| Children | Budha, Varchas, Bhadra, Jyotsnakali |
What should not be done on Ganesh Chaturthi?
One should not steal or cheat as it will lead to strict punishment from Ganesha. 7. Avoid negative thoughts. One must also not fight or use foul language in the presence of the Lord.
Can we eat non veg on Ganesh?
This tradition is only practiced at home. The liquor and non-vegetarian offering is not offered during street celebrations. We believe that Ganesha is not satisfied with just vegetarian dishes and hence needs to be offered non-vegetarian food, in addition to the milk and tender coconut water that is generally offered.
Why do we eat Modak?
It increases the good cholestrol in your body. It also helps in fighting with monsoon related bacteria in your body. We put jaggery in modak that fights cold and flu and it detoxifies your liver and activates your digestive enzymes. Mostly modak are made by steaming and that’s the whole secret.
Can we look at the Moon on the day of Ganesh Chaturthi?
At last, Ganesha was pleased and relieved Moon God from the curse but with a clause. Human beings can look at the moon on any day in the year but not on the day of ‘Bhadrapada Chaturthi’ which is the day of Ganesha Chaturthi. If anyone sees Moon on that day, they may face false allegations and may lose peace.
Why did the Moon make fun of Lord Ganesha?
One day, when Lord Ganesha was walking, Moon God (Chandra) tried to make fun of him by making sarcastic remarks. He commented upon the belly and the elephant head of Lord Ganesha. Though Lord Ganesha kept his cool, he realized that Moon should be punished in order to make him level headed, humble and polite.
Why Ganesh chathurdi is celebrated on the fourth day of waxing moon period?
This is something I found besides mythological reasons. Ganesh chathurdi occurs on the fourth day of waxing moon period. On this day, the sun, the moon and the earth are in such angles such that the moonlight which falls on earth is negatively charged, that is the reason why one should not see or get exposed to moonlight on this day!
What happens if we look at the Moon on Bhadrapada Chaturthi?
Anyone who looks at the moon on Bhadrapada Chaturthi by mistake can worship Lord Ganesha and follow the holy rituals and listen/ recite the story of Ganesh Chaturthi will be relieved from the curse.