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Can I perform puja even if I'm not a Hindu?

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Why not? Your devotion to God is enough, so yes.

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Can I keep flowers on the head of Ganesha?

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No, the flowers should be kept on his feet or at the bottom of the figure.

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Is it more auspicious to use copper and brass thalis for prayer instead of stainless steel and other white metal?

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Yes, according to Shastras, gold silver copper and brass are auspicious metals. Instead, you can use thalis made of stone or clay.

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Can I sit in the prayer when I am pregnant?

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Yes, you can.

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Do I need to wash the idol with milk every day?

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No, you don't need to wash it with milk; just keep it clean and wash it with water. Milk washing is used in pujas and some rituals, but not in regular cleaning.

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What is the morning time to pray?

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When you pray, you are supposed to avoid consuming food at least 1 hour before the puja. The holiest time is considered to be before sunrise. Before you pray, you must bath and get clean clothes.

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Give the mantra for each step of this worship. It will be very much appreciated.

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It is up to you to pick, and you can say it in English if needed. Such as: Om we bow to Lord Ganesa, Lord of Wisdon and Lord of the Multitudes. In Hindu it's Om gam ganesaya namah.

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Why I should pray to stone?

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it's an accessible way to practice bhakti.

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While performing two poojas, such as satyanarayana pooja and vaibava lakshmi pooja, which one is performed first?

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Whichever you like. However, most Hindus pray to Ganesh before any other god to ward off obstacles.

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Is neivediyam before or after arthi.

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It is before.

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Would the steps be the same for Durga Puja?

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No, each puja has different steps. But most of the things you read here will be common.

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Which finger should be used to offer tilak to god?

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The ring finger is used for tilak in Hinduism. Use your ring finger when doing tilak.

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I have no space for circling Lord Ganesha and I have a very small idol. How am I to dress Lord Ganesha?

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There is no need to go circling around Ganesha in your home. Do circling when you visit a Ganesha temple. Check out more about Lord Ganesha photo by searching online.

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