Astrological rules and correct number of diyas to light before Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali
On the festival of Diwali, Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Kuber ji are worshipped and there is a tradition of lighting diyas in the house.
By Capital Kranti desk, Gandhinagar · Editor: Parth Thakkar
8 November 2026, 2:54 pm · 1 min read
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According to a report by Indian Express Gujarati, the festival of Diwali in Hindu religion is celebrated on the tithi of Ashadh Vad Amas.
According to a report by Indian Express Gujarati, lighting 5, 11 or 21 diyas before Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali is considered extremely auspicious.
As stated in Indian Express Gujarati, diyas should be lit before all deities besides Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesha.
According to a report by Indian Express Gujarati, lighting 5 diyas is a symbol of the five elements namely earth, water, air, fire and sky.
According to a report by Indian Express Gujarati, the tradition of lighting 51 diyas is done in special worship and deepdan.
As stated in Indian Express Gujarati, the diya in Hindu religion is a symbol of light, knowledge and positivity.
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