Vishwakarma Pooja, celebrated on the 1st of Asoj, marks a significant day in the Vedic Sanatan Hindu tradition. This festival pays tribute to Baba Vishwakarma, the revered deity of construction, craftsmanship, and technological innovation. As a master architect, Baba Vishwakarma is worshiped for his profound knowledge and skill in building, weapon crafting, and the creation of vehicles for the gods.
According to Hindu scriptures, Vishwakarma was the son of Brahma, the creator of the universe. He is credited with designing the magnificent palaces, weapons, and chariots of the gods. Baba Vishwakarma’s lineage includes five sons and one daughter, Sandhya, who was married to Lord Surya, the deity of the sun and the force behind global energy and natural resources.
Throughout history, Baba Vishwakarma has been revered as the inspiration for craftsmen and artisans. His influence extends beyond the divine realm into the material world, shaping the art of metalwork, carpentry, and architecture. From ancient times to today, Baba Vishwakarma’s teachings are seen in every corner of Nepal, where his followers have dedicated workshops, garages, factories, and technology sites to his memory.
In modern times, Vishwakarma Pooja continues to be a day of immense significance. Garages, metal workshops, and factories across Nepal are decorated in honor of Baba. His legacy is celebrated through rituals that emphasize his role in driving technological advancements and industrial innovation. Devotees set up an idol of Baba Vishwakarma and offer prayers, acknowledging his contribution to craftsmanship and human ingenuity.
On this auspicious day, it is customary to worship vehicles, tools, and machinery. These items, vital to everyday life and progress, are decorated and honored with offerings. The idols of Baba Vishwakarma, which are worshiped on this day, are later ritually immersed in rivers, lakes, or ponds. This act symbolizes the eternal cycle of creation and destruction, a reminder that every innovation stems from nature and returns to it.
Even in today’s technologically advanced world, Baba Vishwakarma’s influence remains strong. His teachings remind us of the importance of craftsmanship and the need to respect and maintain the tools that enhance human life. The pandemic has made public transport and other services sparse in recent years, but the spirit of innovation and protection that Vishwakarma embodies continues to resonate, guiding Nepal toward rebuilding and advancing.
As devotees pray for the protection of their tools and achievements, they also remember their ancestors during the Sorha Shraddha period. This is a time for honoring the Pitris (ancestral spirits), asking for their blessings and peace.
On this day of Vishwakarma Pooja, may all the instruments of human labor continue to protect and sustain us. May the Pitris be honored, and may their blessings bring peace to all. Best wishes to everyone celebrating this day dedicated to the master craftsman who has shaped our world from the divine to the material.
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