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Incense for Saraswati Puja

Saraswati is worshipped by students, teachers, musicians and artists, who place their books and instruments before her for blessing.

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Which incense is used for Saraswati puja?

Light florals such as jasmine and a calm sandalwood suit Saraswati, goddess of learning, offered with white or yellow flowers and a lamp. Her main festival is Vasant Panchami, and she is also worshipped on the last days of Navratri.

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Traditional offerings to Saraswati

  • White and yellow flowers.
  • Books, pens and musical instruments placed before her.
  • Yellow sweets on Vasant Panchami.
  • A lamp and a gentle incense.

Special days

Vasant Panchami, Saraswati Puja on the seventh to ninth days of Navratri in the south, and Vijayadashami for vidyarambham.

A simple Goddess Saraswati puja

  1. 1Place books and instruments before Saraswati.
  2. 2Offer white or yellow flowers and light a lamp.
  3. 3Light jasmine or sandalwood incense and recite the Saraswati Vandana.

Frequently asked questions

When is Saraswati puja?

Vasant Panchami in the north and east, and the last days of Navratri in the south.

Can incense be lit while studying?

Yes, at a distance in a ventilated room; sandalwood is calm and unobtrusive.

Which colour is worn for Saraswati?

Yellow on Vasant Panchami, and white in many traditions.

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