Diwali 2023: Tips to keep in mind before buying Lakshmi-Ganesha idols

The festival of lights is upon us and one of the customs that is associated with Diwali is bringing home the idol of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Lord Ganesha, the God of prosperity and wisdom. While there will be all kinds of idols available in the market, there are also some tips that one needs to keep in mind before buying the gods' idols on Diwali.

Tips to buy Lord Ganesha idols

Lord Ganesha should always be on the right side of Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu should be on the left side of Lakshmi.

Lord Ganesh idols are available in different postures from sitting and standing to reclining and dancing so choose depending on the ambiance you desire to add it into.

The Kartique Lord Panchmukhi Ganesha idol with five heads made for the entrance of a home brings good luck and success.

The colour of Lord Ganesha's idol should match that of Goddess Lakshmi. Red is preferred over other hues.

The trunk of Lord Ganesha should be placed right and not left.

Tips to buy Goddess Lakshmi idols

If you are buying the idol of Goddess Lakshmi then make sure that the Goddess Lakshmi, as lovingly called, is seated on a lotus flower.

The idol of Goddess Lakshmi should always be in a sitting posture. It is said that Goddess Lakshmi in a standing posture does not stay in the house for long.

While buying the idol of Goddess Lakshmi, pay attention that coins are showering from her hands. This idol is believed to be auspicious.

It is advisable to buy the idol of Goddess Lakshmi with the Airavat elephant together. Two elephants should be made on either side of the Goddess under the shower of water, gold and silver coins. If the elephant is with an urn in its trunk, it is also considered auspicious.

If there is an accompanying idol of Lakshmi Narayan, it is necessary to have Garuda as the vehicle.