Vishwakarma Jayanti

Vishwakarma Jayanti is celebrated in Indian culture as the worship of Lord Vishwakarma. Lord Vishwakarma is considered the architect and craftsman of the gods. He is considered the great engineer of creation and the god of architecture. Every year the festival of Vishwakarma Jayanti is celebrated on 17 September, and on this day people worship their tools, machines and workplace, especially those who are associated with the construction and technical field. 

 Importance of Vishwakarma

 Lord Vishwakarma is considered the god of creation, construction and craftsmanship. He is described in the Vedas and Puranas as an extremely skilled and divine craftsman who built many great cities, palaces, weapons and machines.

 Famous temples and sites built by Bhagwan Vishwakarma

Bhagwan Vishwakarma built many important buildings, temples, and sites according to Hindu scriptures, which are known as the abode of the gods. Some of the major places are as follows: 

 1. Swargaloka

This is the abode of Indra, which was built by Lord Vishwakarma in a very beautiful and divine way. Swargaloka is considered to be the main abode of the gods, and Indra’s palace is especially famous in it. 

 2. Lanka

According to Ramayana, Lord Vishwakarma built Lanka of gold for Ravana, the king of demons. Lanka was built of gold and its architecture was unique. This place was known for its beauty and grandeur. 

 3. Dwarka

Lord Krishna’s Dwarka city was also built by Lord Vishwakarma. When Shri Krishna decided to move from Mathura to Dwarka, Vishwakarma built a grand and beautiful city on the seashore, known as Dwarka. This city was situated in the middle of the sea and its beauty was unique.

 4. Indraprastha

According to Mahabharata, Lord Vishwakarma built a unique and grand city named Indraprastha for the Pandavas. This city was so beautiful and grand that it was called the heaven on earth.

 5. Pushpak Vimana

 Lord Vishwakarma built the Pushpak Vimana, a flying machine. It was kidnapped by Ravana, and later Shri Ram used it to return to Ayodhya.  

Vishwakarma Jayanti Puja Vidhi

 On Vishwakarma Jayanti, machines, tools, and machines are mainly worshipped. Especially engineers, artisans, craftsmen, and people working in industries clean their working tools and invoke Lord Vishwakarma and pray to him for success and prosperity in work. 

 Worship of machines and tools

On this day, tools and machines are cleaned and worshipped by offering flowers and garlands on them. 

 Worship of the idol or picture of Lord Vishwakarma

The idol or picture of Lord Vishwakarma is decorated, and he is invoked and worshipped.  

Cleaning the workplace

 On this day, the workplace is decorated and kept clean, so that the blessings of Lord Vishwakarma can be obtained. 

Conclusion

Vishwakarma Jayanti is an important festival for people associated with construction, technology and craftsmanship. Devotees celebrate this day dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma with great enthusiasm and wish for progress and success in their work. The mention of the places and temples built by him teaches us that craftsmanship and architecture have been important in Indian society since ancient times.