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Thila Homam Rameshwaram – Cost, Benefits and Procedure

June 29, 2022, Sasidhar Darla 192 Comments Filed Under: Homa

Thila Homam is a powerful Vedic ritual performed for the peace of souls of the ancestors and family members who died unnaturally. It is also a remedy for someone who is suffering from Pitru Dosha in his/her horoscope. Rameshwaram is the main place for performing Thila Homam.

Significance of Thila Homam
Thila Homam is a powerful Vedic ritual

These unusual deaths may be because of:

  • accidents
  • drowning
  • burning
  • poisonous bite of deadly creatures
  • suicide
  • premature death
  • killed by strangling the neck or weapons
  • died at the time of delivery or/and
  • left home due to madness

In all the above cases, the dead soul waits desperately to become free from the evil powers of hell.

Devotees also believe that these souls are haunting or roaming in space and thus the Shastras advice the Thila Homam as a remedy to give the soul peace and to relieve it from negative forces. The Homam helps the soul find its way to rebirth or sends such a soul back to the lotus feet of God.

Who should perform Thila Homam?

Here’s the list of people who should perform Thila Homam:

  1. Someone whose ancestors died unnaturally.
  2. People with intense problems due to powerful enemies.
  3. Someone whose forefathers have not achieved peace because of the evil deeds they did during their lifespan.
  4. People with Pitra Dosha (Ancestor Dosha).
  5. Someone who has not performed Shradhh ceremony for ancestors.
  6. A person whose forefathers are causing unhappiness in their lives like delaying in settling down in a job, late marriage, delayed child birth, disobedient children or children giving troubles or suffer ailments, disharmony with family members and between couples, more unwanted expenditure than income, have legal proceedings and often occurrence of accidents.
Pitru Dosh Nivarana Pooja
Thila Homam is performed to get rid of Pitru Dosha

Thila Homam Benefits

Here is the list of benefits of Thila Homam:

  1. It helps in providing relief to the dead souls and protects them from the clutches of hell.
  2. Also, it helps in driving away from the sufferings of the dead souls.
  3. It provides immediate relief from the unexplained sufferings and worries.
  4. The homam also brings good wishes and blessings for a happy, healthy and unhindered successful life from these alleviated souls.
Lord Yama
Lord Yama idol used during homam

When should I perform Thila Homam?

The Homam can take place any day if you are performing in Rameshwaram.

The most auspicious time is in Mahalaya Amavasya which is an annual ritual that is celebrated 15 days before Navaratri. It is known as the Pitru Paksha in most of India.

Thila Homam can be performed as per tithi (time of death) and if that is not known then it can be performed on any Amavasya.

Lord Shani
Lord Shani idol used during pooja

What is the procedure for Thila Homam?

Here’s how to perform Thila Homam:

  1. The priests at Rameshwaram perform the Thila Homam by following the Vedic customs to dispose-off the challenges emerging because of Pitra Dosha.
  2. The relatives of the departed soul perform the Homam.
  3. The major ritual involves offering the Bali Tharpanam to the ancestors in a Vedic ceremony while chanting the mantras.
  4. Next, the priest offers the homam samagri to the Agni while chanting mantras and it mainly involves the offering of ‘Til’ or ‘Elu’.
  5. Only learned Tamil Brahmans of the Ramanatha Swamy Temple in Rameshwaram, Sri Parasurama Temple in Thiruvananthpuram, Janardhana Swami Temple in Varkala or the Thinaavaya Temple in Malappuram should perform these rituals.
Idols of Female and Male for Ancestor's Worship
Idols of Female and Male for Ancestor’s Worship

How long does it take to perform Thila Homam?

It takes around 2 hours to perform Thila Homam.

Lord Lakshmi Narayana Swamy
Lord Lakshmi Narayana Swamy idol used for pooja

What dress should I wear while performing Thila Homam?

Men should wear dhoti. Women should wear a saree or salwar. The dress that you wear while performing Thila Homam should be let off in the river after the Homam.

Lord Uma Maheswara Swamy
Lord Uma Maheswara Swamy idol used in pooja

What are the materials required for performing Thila Homam?

The major ingredients of the Thila Homam are sesame seeds or ‘Til’ or ‘Ellu’, Homam or Havan samagri and all the holy materials that one needs to offer to the Agni Dev or the Holy fire while chanting mantras.

Goddess Kamadhenu
Goddess Kamadhenu idol used for pooja

Where to perform Thila Homam?

Thila Homam needs to be performed at Rameshwaram which is the most powerful place for the Homam. If you are planning on performing the ritual in Rameshwaram then you should let us know at least a week in advance so that we can make the arrangements.

After the Homam, the ashes of the dead are mixed in holy seawater as it is believed that the dead soul will rest in peace and get salvation only at this spot.

The ritual takes place once in a lifetime, unlike other death ceremonies that take place annually or monthly. The new moon rituals can be performed regularly like any other auspicious Homa or Pooja but not the Thila Homam.

Rameshwaram is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India out of which 5 jyotirlingas are in Maharashtra.

Where to perform Thila Homam?
Rameshwaram is the most powerful place to perform Thila Homam

What is the cost of Thila Homam?

Major costs of the Thila Homam are that of the ingredients and Dakshana for the priests.

If the homam takes place at the Rameshwaram temple, then below are the detailed costs.

Cost primarily depends on the count of chants performed during the homam. The cost of Brahmins is more due to the additional procedures required.

Thila HomamPrice Range
1008 Count₹12000 – 15000
3000 Count₹15000 – 17000
6000 Count₹18000 – 22000
10000 Count₹24000 – 27000

In addition to Thila Homam, below are the optional rituals that are performed and their costs.

RitualPrice Range
Sudarshana Homam 1008 Count₹12000 – 15000
Sarpa Shanthi, Rahu Ketu Shanthi₹12000 – 15000
Naga Prathista (including idol)₹17000 – 22000
Swayamvara Kalaa Parvathi (For delay in marriage) / Kalathra Dosham₹12000 – 15000
Thithi/Sraddam/Divasam (Yearly ceremony)₹5000 – 15000
Hiranya Sradham₹5000 – 7000
Theertha Sradham₹15000 – 17000
Kasi Yatra Sankalpam / Saikata Pooja in Dhanushkoti₹6000 – 8000
Ganga Pooja with Rudra Paarayanam₹5000 – 7000
God Nagaraja Swamy Thila Homam
God Nagaraja Swamy idol used during homam
Goddess Bhadrakaali Thila Homam
Goddess Bhadrakaali idol used in homam

Ganapathi Homam – Cost, Benefits, Dates

May 15, 2020, Sasidhar Darla 356 Comments Filed Under: Homa

Ganapathi Homam is a ritual dedicated to Lord Ganesha, performed to seek his blessings and achieve success before imparting on any venture. As per Hinduism, the grace of Lord Ganesha can remove obstacles in life and fulfill any task that you are undertaking.

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The Elephant-faced God, Lord Ganesha is the Supreme Being who removes obstacles from one’s plan or a venture in life. He is Vighnaraja or Vignaharta by many of his devotees.

Also, he is important for his Siddhi (success), Buddhi (wisdom and intelligence) and Riddhi (prosperity). He is the first one that the devotees honour among all Gods in most of the worship rituals and services. The God is also famous as the God or Patron of Arts and Sciences.

Who should perform Ganapathi Homam?

The main purpose of Ganapathi Homam is to remove any obstacles in any venture undertaken by the devotee. Devotees believe that by doing this ritual, the venture begins and successfully runs in a smooth manner.

Here’s who should do Ganapathi Homam:

  • People seeking success at the start of any business, work life, student life, marriage, Housewarming (Griha Pravesh) and even Naming ceremonies (Naamkaran).
  • People who are specifically affected by Kethu Dosha. Lord Ganesha is the planetary overlord of Kethu. Hence, one should perform the Ganapathi Homam to please Lord Ganesha and to remove the malefic effects of the Dosha.

What are the benefits of performing Ganapathi Homam?

Here is the list of benefits of performing Ganapathi Homam:

  • The devotee can get rid of all the obstacles and problems that he or she might encounter in their new ventures of life, both professional and personal.
  • Performing the Ganapathi Homam grants wealth and solves wealth related issues in a devotee’s life. Lord Ganesha is believed to be the governor of the Mooladhara chakra, which signifies material prosperity.
  • Performing the Ganapathi Homam enlightens the spiritual mind and makes one conscious of the higher realms of existence. Lord Ganesha is the gatekeeper of the Sushumna Nadi, inside the Mooladhara Chakra.
  • One can achieve prosperity, health and a happy domestic life by worshiping Ganesha once a year by conducting the Homam.
  • The Ganapathi Homam also gives the benefit of good health to the devotees who might suffer from ailments like anxiety, depression and injuries sustained during accidents.
  • People also believe that worshiping Lord Ganesha ensures success and wins over mortal enemies.

What are the best days to do Ganapathi Homam?

The days of Sankashti Chaturthi of every month and Vinayaka Chaturthi are considered as extremely auspicious days for this homam.

Here are the Ganapathi Homam dates for 2019:

Ganapathi Homam Dates
Month Date Time
April 22-04-2019 (Monday) 11:25 AM, Apr 22 to 11:04 AM, Apr 23
May 22-05-2019 (Wednesday) 01:40 AM, May 22 to 02:41 AM May 23
June 20-06-2019 (Thursday) 05:08 PM, Jun 20 to 07:08 PM, Jun 21
July 20-07-2019 (Saturday) 09:14 AM, Jul 20 to 11:39 AM, Jul 21
August 19-08-2019 (Monday) 01:13 AM, Aug 19 to 03:30 AM, Aug 20
September 17-09-2019 (Tuesday) 04:33 PM, Sep 17 to 06:12 PM, Sep 18
October 17-10-2019 (Thursday) 06:48 AM, Oct 17 to 07:29 AM, Oct 18
November 15-11-2019 (Friday) 07:46 PM, Nov 15 to 07:15 PM, Nov 16
December 15-12-2019 (Sunday) 07:18 AM, Dec 15 to 05:34 AM, Dec 16

Here’s when to perform Ganapathi Homam:

  • The Homam should take place early in the morning, before sunrise and the Poornahuti (the last offering signifying the end of the Homam) should take place at sunrise.
  • The 3rd day of Navratri which is Tritiya is also a great day to perform Ganapathi Homam.

What is the procedure for performing Ganapathi Homam?

Here’s how to do Ganapathi Homam at home:

  1. Anjuna

    Mantras for asking for cooperation and permission from Lord Ganesha and other Gods to perform the Homam.

  2. Aachamanam

    The procedure involves sipping of holy water for inner purification of body and soul.

  3. Vighneswara Pooja

    The Pooja involves worshiping Lord Ganesha requesting him to remove all the obstacles in the Pooja.

  4. Pranayama and Sankalpam

    This involves taking a vow to please Lord Ganapathi.

  5. Kalasa Shuddhi

    This process is for holy water that one sprinkles on oneself.

  6. Agni Prathistahapana

    One should start the fire inside the Homam Kund with a camphor.

  7. Dikpaalaka Pooja

    The Dikpaalaka Pooja along with the Panchopachara Pooja also takes place for the Lord. The priest pours the preliminary offerings into the Havan Kund with the invocation of the God. Then he chants several Ganapathi Mantras in front of the Kund. After the Poornahuti, the ritual of Udvasana (concluding the ritual) takes place.

What are the materials required for this Homam?

The basic materials required for Ganapathi Homam are Ghee, Modhaka, and the Durva Grass. The Purnahuti, which is the last offering should consist of Coconut, Banana, Honey, Sugarcane, Ghee, Modhaka, Jaggery, and Puffed Rice. Besides these offerings, one must possess a Homa Kunda (can consist of bricks).

Additional materials required are Karpoor, Kumkum, Sandalwood paste (Chandan), Haldi (Turmeric), flowers, Theertha Vessel, spoons, vessels for the Ashtadravya, and Conch.

Where to perform Ganapathi Homam?

A devotee can perform Ganapathi Homam by himself or can arrange a Pandit. Since the procedure and the rituals are simple, this pooja can take place at home or office too. Most of the temples, irrespective of the main deity, offer the seva of Ganapathi Homam as their service.

However, one should enquire and book the Homam in advance during the festive season and on auspicious days like Vinayaka Chaturthi.

What is the cost of Ganapathi Homam?

The cost of performing ganapathi homam varies but is usually around ₹1000 to ₹3000. The cost includes the materials required and dakshina for pandit. It is better to take help of your family pandit or ask friends for recommendations of a good pandit.

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Bhoomi Pooja Guide – Procedure, Cost and Benefits

June 29, 2022, Sasidhar Darla 6 Comments Filed Under: Pujas

What is Bhoomi Pooja?

Bhoomi pooja is a ritual performed in honour of Goddess Bhoomi and Vastu Purush (deity of directions). Bhoomi means Mother Earth. Hence, this pooja eradicates the ill effects and Vats Doshas in the land. Beginning prior to the construction of any structure, this smoothes out the process of construction.

Where does the Bhoomi Pooja take place?

  • Bhoomi Pooja always takes place in the north-east corner of the construction site or for good agricultural yield.

Which Deity is worshipped in Bhoomi Pooja?

  • This ritual is dedicated to Vastu Purusha, Goddess Bhoomi, Pancha boothas (the five elements of nature).
  • This pooja takes place in accordance with Vastu Shastra.
  • Also, the deity of directions is also honoured so as to eradicate all the ill effects and Vaastu doshas in the land.
Deity worshipped in Bhoomi Pooja
Vaastu Purusha is one of the major deities invoked in this pooja.

Do’s and Dont’s after the purchase of Bhoomi or land

  • It is of utmost importance to build the compound wall before constructing the house.
  • The height of the southwest part of the wall should be higher in comparison to the other walls of the house.
  • The east and north sides walls should be 21 inches shorter than the south and west sides walls.
  • After the selection of the construction site, one must grow plants on the land.
  • However, keeping a calf or cow in the land makes it all the more auspicious.
  • Consulting a priest with experience to perform Bhoomi Pooja is very fruitful. Moreover, it adds happiness and prosperity to an individual’s life.

Who should perform Bhoomi Pooja?

Here’s who should perform Bhoomi Pooja:

  • This pooja should be done by the head of the family alongside his wife.
  • Also, this ritual of honouring the Mother Earth must take place in the presence of a proficient priest.
  • A proficient priest will provide you with all the details for a Shubh Muhurat for the pooja. He can also help to carry out the task in a rightful manner.
Who does the Bhoomi Pooja
Bhoomi Pooja is performed by the head of the family alongside his wife in the guidance of an experienced priest.

What are the benefits of doing Bhoomi Pooja?

Here is a list of benefits of doing Bhoomi Pooja:

  • It is a priority to seek the blessings of Mother Earth prior to the construction of a building or use of land for the cultivation purpose.
  • This ritualistic pooja ensures that the land gets rid of all the evils and all the negativities from the land are reduced.
  • Moreover, the Bhoomi Pooja helps in the smooth completion of work without any hurdles.
  • It also guarantees the well being and happiness of the people ready to reside in the property. In the case of land use for the agricultural purpose then it helps to have better yields.
  • Bhoomi Pooja invokes the Vaastu Purusha who grants his blessings to the worshipper.
  • This pooja purifies the site of construction getting rid of any sort of negativity. It helps to pacify all the corners of the house to be built.

When should one perform Bhoomi Pooja?

  • Months of Shravan, Margshirsh, Paush, and Kartik are ideal for Bhoomi pooja.
  • Vastu time dictates the date for Bhoomi puja. Many times it falls twice in a month.
  • The suitable weekdays for this pooja are Monday and Thursday. These two days are very auspicious for this pooja.
  • Also, one must avoid performing this pooja on Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays.
  • It is better to avoid, Divaskarma, Hadpaksha and Shraadh paksha for such auspicious activity.

What to avoid in Bhoomi Pooja?

  • One must avoid performing this pooja on Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays. These days aren’t very auspicious for this pooja.
  • It is better to avoid, Divaskarma, hadpaksha and shraadh paksha for such auspicious activity.
  • Fourth, Ninth and Fourteenth teethis are not ideal for this pooja.
  • Avoid beginning the construction work in case a female in the household is more than seven months pregnant.

How does Lunar Constellations impact Bhoomi Pooja?

  • On the very first day of construction work, one must calculate the number of lunar constellation.
  • If the number is between 1 to 7 or 19 to 28 than at that time the day for performing the pooja is inauspicious.
  • However, if the resulting number is from 8 to 18 than that particular day is very auspicious.

How to perform Bhoomi Pooja?

Here’s how to do Bhoomi Pooja:

  • The first step for performing the pooja is to clean the site. Also, one must clean the dirt and get rid of all trash holes from the area.
  • Secondly, one must dig a hole in the northeast direction on the construction site.
  • Thirdly, the worshipper should sit facing east at the time of After the puja, the lady of the house boils the milk and it is necessary that the milk should spill over this pooja.
  • One should place the idols of Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi and other deities that one worships on a clean platform.
  • It is the Ganesh pooja that marks the beginning of any auspicious work in Hinduism. Then a havan takes place.
  • Then one places the coconut used in the pooja covered with red cloth in the ground. Also, silver idols of Naag and Naagin are placed inside the ground.
  • The other major rituals include Devi pooja, taking a Sankalpa, shatkarma, pran pratishtha and Manglik dravya sthapana.

What are the requirements for Bhoomi Pooja?

Here’s a list of articles required for Bhoomi Pooja –

Samagri/ Things requiredQuantity
Kumkum (red sindoor) 100 grams
Turmeric powder 100 grams
Camphor /Karpuram 1 packet
Sandalwood powder1 box
Incense (agarbatti) sticks1 packet
Fruits5 types 2 each
Beetle nuts100 grams
Beetle leafs 30
Coconuts5
Rice4 lb
Flowers3 bunches

Other requirements for this pooja are –

  • 1 set of Navaratnas (9 types of gems), a packet of dry dates, 5 Lemon (green limes), a set of Pancha Lohas (5 metals), 2 packets of Nava Dhanyam (9 types of seeds).
  • Moreover, one also needs coins- Quarters 40, a 1/2 meter long white cloth, a matcbox, lamp, cotton wicks, oil, 10 panchpatras, udharini.
  • A plate, a kalash ( kalasam), 5 bricks, a bell, a bedsheet, 4 plastic plates, a gods picture and 5 foam cups etc.

What is the cost of performing Bhoomi Pooja?

  • This pooja cost depends on various factors. Contact us for the pricing.
  • To seek the blessings of vaastu devta one must perform this pooja under the guidance of an experienced priest.
  • Moreover, forth performing this pooja well being for the family and safety is ensured.

What are the stages related to construction of home?

As per the ancient scriptures, home-related muhuratas are divided into the following stages –

  • Bhoomi Pooja which is the offering of honour to the mother earth.
  • Balidaana which is the offertory ritual in Hinduism.
  • Hala Karshaana is next in line where the levelling os the site takes place.
  • Then takes place the sowing of the seeds which is called Ankuraa- Roopana.
  • Then it is time for Shilaanyaasa which is the laying of the foundation stone
  • After this, the digging of a well or water source is done.
  • Then fixation of door frames takes place.
  • Last is the entry in the new house i.e. Griha Pravesh.

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Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap Cost – Mantra, Benefits and Lyrics | Online Booking

February 14, 2023, Sasidhar Darla 23 Comments Filed Under: Pujas

Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap Cost depends on the type of Yagna and the number of times the mantras are chanted.

The Rudra Mantra or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra (महामृत्युंजय मंत्र) is a great death-conquering Mantra. This mantra is addressed to Tryambaka, “The Three-eyed God”, Lord Shiva, a form of Rudra. The mantra is mentioned in the Rigveda and Yajurveda.

Maha Mrityunjaya pooja protects the devotees from life-threatening diseases and also increases the lifespan of the devotee who performs it. One can perform this pooja in the comforts of his own home by following the rituals rightfully. Recitation of the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra frees the family of all the sins and awakens the healing powers within oneself.

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Pooja Overview

DietyLord Shiva
Location to be performedShiva Temples or at Home
Time required for the pooja5 – 11 days
Number of priests requiredDepends on the number of recitations (5 – 10)
Mahamrityunjay Mantra

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Listen or Download a powerful version of the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra. Also, download an mp3 of the mantra chanted 108 times.

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What are the different types of Mahamrityunjaya Pooja?

Mahamrityunjaya mantra pooja is divided into types depending upon the number of times the mantra is chanted, such as –

  • In the first type, the mantra is recited 11000 times. This is the least count for the recitation and hence requires less number of priest and days for completion.
  • The second type is where the recitation of the mantra takes place 21000 times.
  • The third type constitutes of the recitation of the mantra happening 31000 times.
  • The fourth type is where the recitation of the mantra occurs 62000 times.
  • The last and fifth type is where the mantra is recited 125000 times. It is the biggest pooja of all.

Benefits and Miracles of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra –

Here’s a lost of benefits one can achieve by performing the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra:

  • Maha Mrityunjaya pooja is useful to overcome chronic and life-threatening diseases and to improve the health of the individual tremendously.
  • This pooja also results in the creation of a protective shield for the performer’s family.
  • It also increases the lifespan of the devotee who performs it.
  • The very powerful pooja helps to overcome all the issues and problems in one’s life by eradicating all the evil effects from life.
  • This pooja can also assist in achieving professional success and lead an ambitious life.
  • Chanting of this mantra during pooja will also unblock the energy points in the body providing peace.
  • Moreover, this is also useful in overcoming the ill effects of the planets in the birth horoscope.

What is the purpose of Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja & why one should do this?

Here’s why the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is chanted 108 times:

  • The pooja generally takes place to avoid an untimely death predicted by the Jyotish in the near future.
  • Also, in case of a person facing health issues, this pooja is done to better the condition of the patient.
  • Performing this pooja also rectifies doshas like Nadi Dosha and Bhakut dosha occurring during Guna Milaan or marriage.

Who should chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra?

  • This pooja must be performed only by a group of 6 or 7 experienced priests who should do the chantings on behalf of the devotee.
  • Failure in doing so can result in worse effects on the devotee rather than good.

How many times one should chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra?

108 times – It is prescribed to chant the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 108 times. Devotees can chant the mantra on a Rudraksha rosary consisting of 108 beads that helps you to count the number of chants of this powerful mantra.

The numbers ‘1’, ‘0’ and ‘8’ separately signify ‘oneness’, ‘nothingness’ and ‘everything’ respectively.

How to do Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap at home?

Time needed: 30 minutes

Here is how to do Maha mrityunjaya jaap:

  1. Recite mantra

    The best time to perform the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is early in the morning by reciting the mantra five times in a mala. Chanting the Mahamrityunajaya Mantra 108 times is believed to surround your system with the protection of Shiva’s energy, the most powerful energy.

  2. Perform Abhishek

    One should offer the flowers to the Shivlinga and perform the Abhishekam of the Lord with milk and water.

  3. Take Sankalp

    One should undertake the Sankalp and pour water into the pot in order to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

  4. Worship Lord Shiva

    Further, one should worship Lord Shiva with the help of fruits, incense sticks, bel leaves, water and lamp.

  5. Perform Havan

    The havan takes place after the Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap pooja is completed. After this, the devotees should await the positive results of the pooja.

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Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja - Procedure
Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja is performed by a group of priests who do the recitations together.

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra Lyrics & Meaning

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra in Hindi

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् |
उर्वारुकमिव बन्ध॑नान् मृ॒त्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात् ||

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra in English

Om Tryambakam Yajaamahe, Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaan, Mrityormuksheeya Maamritaat

Word-by-word Meaning & Lyrics of the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra are as follows:

WordMeaning & Importance
ॐ aumChanting Om, a sacred/mystical sign
त्र्यम्बकम् tryambakamthe three-eyed one 
यजामहे yajāmahewe worship, we sacrifice
सुगन्धिम् sugandhimthe fragrant, the virtuous, the supreme being
पुष्टिवर्धनम् puṣṭi + vardhanamthe bestower of nourishment, wealth, perfection.
उर्वारुकमिव urvārukamivaLike the fruit falls off
बन्धनान् bandhanānfrom bondage, from the stem
मृत्योः mṛtyoḥFrom death
मुक्षीय mukṣīyamay I be freed/released
मा ऽमृतात् ma mrtatfrom mortality

Full Meaning of the Mantra –

We worship the three-eyed One, who is fragrant and who nourishes all.
Like the fruit falls off from the bondage of the stem, may we be liberated from death, from mortality.

What are the materials required for the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra?

Here’s a list of items required for Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra –

Samagri / Things required –

Cow milkGangajalIncense sticks
Sacred thread (Janeu)SugarFlowers (White)
HoneyGheeLamps
Curd Beetle nutsRoli
White clothDhaturaFruits
Tulsi and Bail leavesSandalwood pasteSweets
BhangRiceMatchbox
Red VastraKala tilLaal Asan
  • Also, one should use Rudraksha Mala for chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra.
  • Devotees participating in the pooja should wear neat and clean clothes and carry all the necessary items for the pooja.

In how many days Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja is completed at home?

  • Mahamrityunjaya pooja can take around 5 – 11 days to complete depending on the number of mantras chosen.
  • Generally, it starts on a Monday and finishes over the next Monday in a week.
  • The time required for the pooja also depends on the number of priests performing it.

Where to perform Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap?

The devotees can perform this pooja at any famous Shiva temples namely Trimbakeshwar Temple (Nashik), Somnath temple (Gujarat), Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain, Omkareshwar temple in Indore and Nageshwar temple in Gujarat, or any of the 12 Jyotirlingas of India.

However, due to coronavirus lockdown, it is advisable to perform this pooja at the safety and comfort of your own home. Our priests will visit your place and conduct the pooja at your home. The priests will do the recitation of the mantra all day long sitting in front of you.

When should I perform Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja at home?

The auspicious days to perform Maha Mrityunjaya Pooja are Maha Shivaratri, the month of Sawan, Makarsankranti and Amavasya dates. Mondays are considered the suitable day to start this pooja.

However, one can also perform this pooja on any days according to their needs and requirements but only after consultation with a good priest.

What is the cost of performing Mahamrityunjaya Mantra?

  • The cost of the pooja depends on the type of yagna and the number of times the mantras are chanted.
  • Approximately, it costs between Rs. 40,000 – 50,000 for doing the Maha Mrityunjaya pooja of 3 – 4 days.
  • After the recitations, a Havan takes place. The havan can be small, medium or big depending upon the number of recitations.

Story of the origin of Mahamrityunjaya mantra

There are two stories mentioned in the Shiv Purana of how this holy and powerful mantra came to life. They are –

  1. The legend of Rishi Markandeya – According to this legend, Rishi Markendeya was the sole person who knew the mantra. It was originally given as a boon to the Rishi by Lord Shiva after the Rishi worshipped him. But once Lord Moon was on the verge of death due to a curse. Hence, Sati pleaded to Rishi Markendeya to recite this holy mantra to save the moon.
  2. The legend of Rishi Dadichi – According to this version, Shukracharya was the sole person who knew the mantra. It was Lord Shiva who himself taught Shukracharya this lifesaver mantra. However, Lord Shukracharya went ahead and shared it with Rishi Dadichi. So when one time King Kshuva fell ill, Rishi Dadichi recited the mantra and saved his life. Later, this mantra became known to everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra

What is the best time of the day to chant Maha Mrtityunjaya mantra?

The best time of the day to chant Maha Mrtityunjaya mantra is early morning hours, preferably, 4:00 am – 4:30 am. One can chant the mantra after taking bath and completing their chores.

Can we chant Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra at night?

Yes, you can chant Mahamrityunjaya mantra any time. Mritunjaya is the great gift given by lord shiva to mankind. Everyone can get benefit from it. We can chant this Mantra any time according to the need.

What are the other names for Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra?

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra has many forms as well as names.
1) Rudra Mantra – Since Rudra is one of the avatars of Lord Shiva, this mantra is also popular as the Rudra mantra.
2) Moksha Mantra – Chanting this mantra relieves the individual from the cycle of death and rebirth. Hence, this mantra also goes by the name Moksha Mantra. 
3) Tryambakam Mantra – Since this mantra is addressed to Tryambaka, “The Three-eyed God”, the mantra is also popular as Trayambakam Mantra.

Navratri Puja 2019 – Procedure and Benefits | Online Booking

September 27, 2019, Sasidhar Darla 3 Comments Filed Under: Pujas

Navratri Puja Dates: 29 Sep 2019 to 7 Oct 2019 (9 Days)

Navratri Puja is performed to worship the nine different forms of Goddess Durga for nine continuous days. This year in 2019, Navratri is beginning from Sunday, September 29 and ending on Monday, October 7. Navratri means 9 sacred days. A distinct avatar of Goddess Durga is worshipped on each of the nine days. Read how to do the Navratri Puja, Step by Step Procedure, Significance and Benefits.

Navratri Puja 2019 – Everything You Need To Know

Navratri Dates 201929 September 2019 – 7 October 2019
Type of NavratriSharadiya Navratri or Maha Navratri
(Celebrated in Sep-Oct)
No. of Days Celebrated9
Goddess WorshippedNine Forms of Goddess Durga
Important DayMaha Navami (9th Day)
PoojaKanya Laangura Bhoj
Fasting Days (Vrat) 1st, 8th and 9th Day of Navratri
Related Festivals Dussehra and Diwali
Celebration in IndiaGarba Dance in Gujarat & Mumbai

Who should perform Navratri Puja?

  • People who want to get success in life with the blessings of Goddess Durga can perform this puja.
  • If someone is facing any financial issues or any family problems, then performing this puja will help them to get rid of this issue. 
  • This puja is also very beneficial for getting the peace of mind.

Why is Navratri celebrated?

Navratri or Durga Puja is celebrated as a symbol of victory of good over evil. As per legend, Goddess Durga defeated the demon king Mahishasura to save the world and restore Dharma. In South India, Navratri is celebrated to mark the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana. In North India, it is celebrated on the day of Dussehra, commonly known as Vijaya Dashami.

What are the benefits of doing Navratri Puja?

  • Worshipping the Goddess during the auspicious time period can bring a lot of benefits. One can receive wealth, prosperity in business and success in life after doing the puja.
  • One receives the divine blessings of Maa Durga after performing the Navratri puja.
  • People can also get rid of the sins performed during the previous births or the present life after performing this pooja.
  • Navratri pooja also helps to protect ourselves from bad spirits and to remove obstacles in life.
  • This pooja fulfils the wishes and desires of devotees performing it and relieved them from any diseases.
9 Forms of Durga on Navratri
9 Forms of Durga on Navratri

When should I perform Navratri Puja?

The date and time for performing the Navratri Puja are based on the Hindu Calendar. The dates are determined on the basis of Tithi and Nakshatras. Navratri Puja begins on the sixth day of Devi Paksha which is the beginning of the autumn season. This puja falls in the lunar month of Ashwin.

According to Hindu tithis, Navratri begins with Pratipada and ends with Navami. It is considered as the longest Hindu festival which is celebrated for nine days. Devotees worship Goddess Siddhidatri on the ninth day of Navratri which is the last and the most important day of Navratri. People celebrate the tenth day of Navratri as Vijayadashami to mark the victory of Lord Rama over demon Ravana.

See Panchang, Muhurat & Fast Timings for Navratri Puja & Maha Navami 2019 here

Which Goddesses are Worshipped during Navratri? (Navratri 9 Devi Names)

Navratri DayTithiGoddess WorshippedPoojasOfferingsColors of Navratri
29 SeptemberDay 1
Pratipada
ShailaputriGhatsthapana, Chandra Darshan, Shailaputri Puja GheeOrange
30 SeptemberDay 2
Dwitiya
BrahmachariniBrahmacharini PujaSugarWhite
1 OctoberDay 3
Tritiya
ChandraghantaSindoor Tritiya, Chandraghanta Puja, Varad Vinayak Chauth GheeRed
2 OctoberDay 4
Chaturthi
KushmandaKushmanda Puja, Upang Lalita Vrat MalupaRoyal Blue
3 OctoberDay 5
Panchami
SkandamataSkandamata PujaBananasYellow
4 OctoberDay 6
Shashthi
KatyayiniKatyayini PujaHoneyGreen
5 OctoberDay 7
Saptami
KaalratriKaalratri Puja, Saraswati Awahan JaggeryGrey
6 OctoberDay 8
Ashtami
MahagauriMahagauri Puja, Saraswati Puja, Durga Ashtami, Sandhi Puja CoconutPurple
7 OctoberDay 9
Navami
SiddhidatriSiddhidatri Puja, Maha Navami, Ayudha Puja, Navami Homa GrainsPeacock Green
8 OctoberDay 10
Dashami
—Navratri Parana, Durga Visarjan, Vijaya Dashami —

What are the Navratri Colors?

On Navratri, there is a tradition to wear dresses that represent the colours of Navratri on each of the 9 days. There are 9 different Navratri colours in 2019. Use these colours given below as a guide and make this Navratri more colourful. Navratri Color Sequence for 2019 below:

Navratri Colors for 2019 Infographic

How to perform Navratri Puja in 2019?

Step by step guide and procedure to perform Navratri Pooja is:

  • The first day of Navratri starts with the installation of Goddess Durga idol or picture in a clean upper place at home.
  • Devotees should do early morning pooja of Goddess Durga at home.
  • Goddess is decorated with kumkum, akshat, garlands, dresses and an aarti is sung in praise of Goddess Durga.
  • Devotees can also observe fast on the first day of Navratri.
  • The same pooja procedure is done for the next 8 days till the last day of Navratri.
  • When the last day came, a big pooja is held for the Goddess. Various food items are made at home.
  • On the last day, a Kanya Bhoj is done where small children, especially girls, are first worshipped and later served with food.
  • After that, devotees should also have the Prasadam of Goddess Durga.

What are the requirements for Navratri Puja?

The materials required for the Navratri pooja are: idol of goddess, deepak, agarbatti, kapoor, sari for offering to the goddess, pooja book containing all the aartis, Ganga water, flowers, sandalwood, kumkum, rice, banana, coconut, cloves, cardamom,supari, gulal, decorated kalash.

What is the cost of performing Navratri Puja?

The cost of the puja varies depending upon the samagri. The cost of this puja ranges from Rs. 2000 to Rs. 5000 depending upon the materials and consultation from the expert.

Garba Dance on Navratri

Garba dance is the most famous activity during Navratri and especially popular in Gujarat and Mumbai. Singing and dancing during Navratri is a part of festivity and fun and also a reason to dress up and catch up with your friends. It is also believed that singing and dancing in front of the Goddess is auspicious and brings good luck.

Navratri Garba Celebration
Navratri Garba Celebration

What are the other types of Navratri in a year?

Navratri Puja is also popularly known as ‘Durga Pooja.’ Very few people know that it is celebrated four times throughout the year. The name of four Navratri in a year are:

  • Paush/Magh Navratri (Jan-Feb)
  • Chaitra/Basanti Navratri (Mar-Apr)
  • Ashadh Navratri (Jun-Jul)
  • Shardiya Navratri (Sep-Oct) **Maha Navratri – Most Popular**

Only Shardiya Navratri and Chaitra Navratri are celebrated all over India. While the Paush and Ashad Navratri are not celebrated by common people.

If you have any questions about Navratri, please leave your comment below and we will get back to you super-fast.

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