Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated with immense joy and enthusiasm every year on the Amavasya (new moon) of Kartik Krishna Paksha. In 2024, this grand festival will be observed on Thursday, October 31. On this auspicious day, people traditionally worship Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, and Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.
As per religious beliefs, performing worship and engaging in acts of charity on Diwali brings special blessings and prosperity. The Vedas and Puranas emphasise the significance of charity, particularly on this day. According to astrology, specific charitable acts aligned with one’s zodiac sign can bring additional spiritual and material benefits. This belief emphasises the deeper spiritual meaning of Diwali, combining devotion, generosity, and a focus on positive energies for the coming year.
Here’s a guide to what you should donate on Diwali according to your zodiac sign:
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Aries: Donate warm clothes to the needy. This will bring warmth and comfort, symbolising compassion and generosity.
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Taurus: Distribute sweets to children, which symbolises sharing happiness and joy with the younger generation.
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Gemini: To attain happiness and prosperity, feed birds on Diwali. This act signifies nurturing nature and bringing harmony to your life.
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Cancer: After worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, donate urad dal (black gram). This offering is believed to invite blessings and prosperity.
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Leo: Donate seven types of grains, which are believed to bring happiness, wealth, and well-being to your life.
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Virgo: Donate mustard oil at a Shani temple to help mitigate negative influences and bring stability.
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Libra: After completing the puja, donate sweets and also give food and money to the needy to spread love and compassion.
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Scorpio: After the Diwali puja, donate a blanket to a needy person to ensure warmth and protection, fostering good karma.
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Sagittarius: Serve cows by offering rotis mixed with jaggery to them, which symbolises nourishment and positive blessings.
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Capricorn: Donate lentils (dal) to bring positivity and peace into your home and family, fostering abundance.
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Aquarius: Donate sweets or clothes to children in an orphanage to bring joy and happiness into your household.
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Pisces: Donate food, money, or warm clothes to the needy after puja to spread kindness and ensure the flow of good fortune.
This practice not only aligns with astrological beliefs but also reflects the essence of Diwali—sharing, giving, and caring for others.
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