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Laxmi Puja 2019 – Procedure, Cost and Benefits

September 25, 2019, Sasidhar Darla Leave a Comment Filed Under: Pujas

Laxmi Puja Date for 2019 in India – Sunday, November 27, 2019

Laxmi Puja is totally dedicated to Diwali on which, Goddess Laxmi visits one’s home. There is a total of 16 rituals for the proper completion of this pooja. This pooja falls on the day of Amavasya which is generally inauspicious, but for this day it is very auspicious. People light lamps in the evening to welcome the Goddess Laxmi.

Laxmi Puja Muhurat 2019

Muhurat Day Parts Timings
Dur Muhurat Evening04:18 PM to 05:03 PM
Duration – 45 minutes
Amrit Kaal Muhurat Night09:33 PM to 10:59 PM
Duration –  1 Hour 26 Mins
Varjyam Kaal Muhurat Midnight12:58 PM to 02:24 PM
Duration –  1 Hour 26 Mins
Abhijit Muhurat Noon 11:48 AM – 12:33 PM
Duration –  45 minutes

Laxmi Puja Facts-

DatesNovember 27, 2019
DeityGoddess Laxmi
Related FestivalDiwali and Dhanteras
Number of Rituals PerformedSixteen (16)
DayAmavasya
SignificanceWealth and Prosperity

What is the significance of Laxmi Puja?

Many of you must have seen and observed Laxmi Puja during Diwali but very few might be aware of the significance of worshipping Goddess Laxmi on Diwali.

  • The festival of Diwali starts from Dhanteras and the main festival of lights, Diwali falls on the third day.
  • Laxmi Puja has great religious or mythological significance behind them. It is the festival of worshipping the goddess of wealth. 
  • According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Laxmi likes cleanliness, and she visits the cleanest house first.
  • This is also the reason why the broom is worshipped on this day with offerings of Haldi and Kumkum.
Laxmi Puja Significance
Goddess Laxmi with Lord Ganesh and Goddess Saraswati holds significant importance among Hindu devotees specially during the festival of Diwali.

What is the importance of Laxmi Puja?

  • Laxmi is the Goddess of wealth and prosperity and she is worshipped for promotion, success and personal virtues.
  • People worship her for spiritual prosperity and material abundance.
  • It is believed that she helps remove the troubles that prevent people from moving on a spiritual path or carry on their businesses.

What Goddess Laxmi Symbolizes?

As per Hindu Puranas and Rituals, Goddess symbolizes much more than wealth. According to it-

  1. Goddess Laxmi emerged from the water along with the nectar during the churning of the ocean done by the Gods and Demons.
  2. Water is a symbol of love and Laxmi is depicted as sitting on a lotus which is floating in the water.
  3. Lotus is the symbol of dispassion.
  4. A droplet of water moves freely on the lotus petals, which indicates that when we are not attached to wealth, life is light like a flower.
  5. Also, it is believed that this type of wealth is life-supporting and brings prosperity and abundance.
  6. The usefulness and value of wealth are highest when it is shared and is moving.
  7. Diwali is the festival of lights and it is essential you honor all aspects of wealth in life that day.

What happens in Laxmi Puja?

Lamps are lit in the evening to welcome the goddess. They are believed to light up her path. Laxmi Puja consists of a combined puja of five deities:

  1. Ganesha is worshipped at the beginning of every auspicious act as Vighnaharta.
  2. Goddess Laxmi is worshipped in her three forms – Mahalaxmi (the goddess of wealth and money), Mahasaraswati (the goddess of books and learning), and Mahakali
  3. Kuber (the treasurer of the gods) is also worshiped.

The activities of devotees during Laxmi Puja is-

  1. Purvang Karma – Ganesh Pujan, MatraPujan, Abhyudaya, Punyawachan, KalashSthapana, Rakshavidhan, Navgrah Puja.
  2. Puja of Mata Lakshmi – as per auspicious Muhurta.
  3. Ashtottara Namavali Path, Lakshmi stotra path.
  4. Homa or Havan.
  5. Goddess Laxmi Prayer.

Who should perform Laxmi Puja?

  • This pooja should be done by the head of the family alongside his wife.
  • Devotees who want to seek the blessings with the grace of Goddess Lakshmi should perform this puja. 
  • People also perform this puja for the success of their new-age businesses and startups.
  • Different people from different regions perform Laxmi Puja around different times in the year.

What are the benefits of doing Laxmi Puja?

  • Laxmi Puja removes all the problems or issues from a professional and personal life. It makes one financially stable and wealthy.
  • The individual will never face any financial problems in his life. This puja will also remove the ill effects of the Grah Dosh.
  • One will surely get a huge benefit if the individual has invested somewhere.
  • The devotee will also lead a smooth and harmonious family life without facing any issues.
  • It will also improve the communication skill of the individual and gives a good outcome for the business.

Why should I perform Laxmi Puja?

Since wealth is the most important component for maintenance and progress in our lives, people do Laxmi Pujan to please Goddess Laxmi who is considered as the Goddess of wealth and prosperity.

But here, wealth does not only signify more money. It means seeking abundance in

  • Knowledge
  • Skills
  • Talents

When should I perform Laxmi Puja?

  • Laxmi Puja should take place during Pradosh Kaal. This period starts after sunset and lasts for approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes.
  • Many people also believe that Laxmi Puja should take place during Mahanishita Kaal. 
  • The Muhurat that is not advisable for the Laxmi Puja is the Choghadiya Muhurat.
  • One should perform the Laxmi Puja when Sthir Lagna prevails during the Pradosh Kaal.

Laxmi Puja is observed during the 5 days festivities of Diwali. The Goddess Laxmi is worshipped during Dhanteras and the night of Badi Diwali which falls on the night of Amavasya.

How to perform Laxmi Puja?

Here’s how to perform Laxmi Puja:

  1. Place a red cloth without any black mark on the floor.
  2. Prepare a bed of rice and place the Kalash in it. Fill 75% of the pot with water from the Ganges. Place some grains, flower, a betel nut, harvested rice and a clean coil inside the Kalash. Arrange the bunch of mango leaves on the top of the Kalash.
  3. Then, place a small plate or a thali on the top of the Kalash. Draw the design of lotus with turmeric powder. Place a picture or an idol of Goddess Laxmi on it along with some coins.
  4. Also, place the idol of the Ganesha towards the right side of the Kalash and sprinkle the holy water on the puja items in order to purify them.
  5. The rituals take place with the help of Kumkum, Haldi (turmeric powder) and flowers. There are many lamps and incense sticks and one chant the mantras to seek the blessings of the God and Goddess.
  6. Recite the mantras by holding some flowers and rice on the palms and sprinkle them on the idol of the Goddess. The cleaning ritual is taking place by placing the idol of Laxmi on a thali pouring water, milk, ghee, curd, and honey.
  7. After this wipe the idol with a clean cloth and placed back on the Kalash. The offerings to the deity include coconut, fruits, betel leaves, betel nuts, and sweets. Then, perform a silent aarti in the end.

What are the materials required for Laxmi Puja?

Materials required for Laxmi Puja on Diwali are:

Samagri/ Things required Quantity
Icons of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Saraswati, Lakshmi and Narayan 1 each
Silver and Gold coins as per your requirement and facility.
Paan or Mango leaves 5
Uncooked Rice 100 grams
A coconut 1
Supari’s 10
Kumkum for applying tilak 100 grams
Mithai (Indian sweets) as per your requirement
Dry fruits (almonds, cashews) 100 grams each
Gulaal (Holi color) 100 grams of each color
Diyas 5 minimum
Agarbattis (incense sticks) 2 Packets
Camphor 1 Packet
Red string 1 Roll
Materials for Laxmi Puja
Different Puja Materials that are required for the auspicious Puja of Goddess Laxmi during Diwali.

Other requirements are:

  1. Rose or other flower petals.
  2. Panchamrita.
  3. New note-book.
  4. A piece of red cloth for putting the pooja items
  5. Thaali for Puja
  6. Rosewater for Puja
  7. A packet of Cottonseeds
  8. Lotus Flower Seeds
  9. Dry whole Turmeric
  10. Coriander seeds
  11. A Chawki for the deities.
  12. Some currency notes
  13. Ghee for the Diyas
  14. Water, etc.

What is the cost of performing Laxmi Puja?

The cost of Laxmi Puja ranges from Rs. 3500 to Rs. 6000 that includes all the materials for the puja.

If you have any questions related to Laxmi Puja, please leave a comment below and we will reply within an hour.

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Narayan Nagbali Puja – Cost, Dates and Benefits

June 29, 2022, Sasidhar Darla Filed Under: Pujas

Narayan Nagbali is a 3-day Hindu ritual that is performed at Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga near Nasik. The Narayan Bali is performed to fulfil the unsatisfied desires of dead ancestral souls and the Nag Bali is performed to get rid of the curse caused by killing a cobra.

Narayan Nagbali follows the same ritual as the Hindu funeral.

During this pooja, the priest uses an artificial body of wheat flour and chants mantras. These mantras will invoke the bad omen or souls that have certain unfulfilled wishes.

This ritual helps them to possess the artificial body of wheat flour. Also, the funeral releases the family from any sin and sends the soul to another world peacefully. It helps the soul to achieve the highest state of salvation from the cycle of human birth as well as death. This ritual will relieve the soul of a dead person who has faced an abnormal death.

Narayan Nagbali Pooja Trimbakeshwar
Devotees performing Narayan Nagbali Pooja for their ancestors

Who should perform Narayan Nagbali?

Here’s the list of people who can do Narayan Nagbali:

  • Narayan Nagbali Pooja gets of the problems like Financial problems, Family health issues, bad patch in Business, marriage problems and education hindrances.
  • This pooja takes place to get rid of the curse from wife, father, mother, brother, corpse and even small churn-staff. (Patnishap, Pitrushap, Matrushap, Bhatrushap, Pratashap and Matulshap).
  • This pooja takes place for 3 days by married couple to lead a better and peaceful life.
  • This ritual fulfils the desires of the ancestors souls and removes negative effects. The soul tries to get in contact with the family members directly or indirectly and hence the ritual intends to provide peace to the soul.

What are the benefits of doing Narayan Nagbali?

Here’s the list of benefits of Narayan Nagbali:

  • Narayan Nagbali is a very important pooja that helps the ancestors of past 7 generations to attain peace and salvation.
  • This pooja is also very helpful for the childbirth and eliminates any harm from ghosts or bad omen. 
  • It will also help to progress and attain success and progress in the professional life.
  • This pooja is very auspicious and even important than the Chaardhaam yaatra Pitruseva.
  • This pooja also helps to discharge any trouble due to the premature death of the family member. It will free the family from any of the curse from a dead person in the family.

When should I perform Narayana Nagbali?

The dates of the Puja are taken out on the basis of the Nakshatra. There are approximately 2-3 Muhurat per month. Pitru Paksha is also a good time to perform this pooja.

It is beneficial to perform this rite during the Putrada Ekadashi. It takes place on the banks of a river or any other sacred place. This is a three day ritual during Ashlesha Nakshatra days. Devotees can also perform this pooja on the 7th day from the no moon day.

It should not take place during the Ekadasi, Grahan days, Ashtami and Dasami. 

Narayan Nagbali Pooja Dates for 2019

Here are the Narayan Nagbali Pooja Dates for 2019:

Month Narayan Nagbali Dates
January 2019 4, 8, 15, 21, 24, 27
February 2019 4, 11, 14, 18, 22, 26
March 2019 1, 4, 10, 13, 17, 20, 23, 27, 31
April 2019 6, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 27
May 2019 4, 7, 11, 15, 20, 24, 31
June 2019 3, 7, 10, 14, 18, 21, 27
July 2019 1, 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 25, 28
August 2019 1, 7, 10, 14, 21, 25, 28, 31
September 2019 11, 17, 20, 23, 26
October 2019 8, 14, 18, 22, 31
November 2019 4, 11, 14, 18, 21, 24, 28
December 2019 1, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 26, 29

How to perform Narayan Nagbali?

Here’s how to perform Narayan Nagbali:

Day 1:

  1. Reach Trimbakeshwar the evening before the Puja starts.
  2. On the first day of this ritual, take a holy dip in the Kushavarta. After the bath ear completely new clothes. Men should wear new Dhoti and women should wear new sarees.
  3. After that, go to the Kushawarth Tirtharaj in Trayambakeshwar with a coconut, 5 supari and Dakshina and perform the Prathna.
  4. For those whose Dad is alive, you don’t have to do the ‘Mundan’ or make go bald. For those who don’t have your dad alive, you have to get your hair chopped.
  5. For performing the Sankalp, you have to go to the ‘Shamshaan’ present behind the Shivji Temple on Trimbakeshwar. There are preparations made to perform the Vidhaan there.
  6. After the sankalp, a puja is performed to worship 5 Kalash.
  7. After that worship 6Murtis of Bal Gopal, Vishnu, Bramha, Shankar, Yumraj and Tath Purush.
  8. Then perform the Havan.
  9. Then perform the 11 Pindh Shraddh for Lord Vishnu and 5 Pind Shraddh for Lord Bramha and the other 5 Gods. In total you have to do 16 Pind Shraddhs.
  10. We make a nice Pind to perform the Puja. While performing the Puja, we worship it. We pray that erases away all the Pitru Dosh of the family.
  11. After that,  offer one of these Pinds to the crows for them to eat.
  12. After that make a doll of a human and worship it with all the Mantras and rules, placing it on top of a coconut. After the puja is performed, declare it to be dead and burn it.
  13. After that, perform its Dashakriya Vidhaan like any other human being.
  14. Repeat the Mantra- ‘Om Namah Bhagvate Vasudeva’ throughout the day.
Narayan Nagbali Puja Procedure - Pindh Shraddha
Narayan Nagbali Puja Procedure – Pindh Shraddha
Narayan Nagbali Puja Procedure - Havan
Narayan Nagbali Puja Procedure – Havan

Day 2:

  1. On the next day, again after taking a bath at the Kund, wear the same cloth you wore the day before.
  2. After that, again go to the Shamshaan.
  3. Then perform the Sapindh Shradh (11 Vidhi and 12 Vidhi Shradh) of the Human Doll that was worshipped and burnt the day before.
  4. After performing the Shradh we make a ‘Pratima’ of a Nag or a Snake on a Flour or ‘Ata’.
  5. Again we worship it and then declare it to be dead. After that, burn this as well.
  6. The Snake or Nag is believed to have 8 Doshas. Perform these 8 Doshas puja plus the Nag Pratima Puja. In total perform the Puja for 9 Doshas. After that end the Vidhaan.
  7. After that,  spend the day constantly saying ‘Om Namah Bhagvate Namah’.

Day 3:

  1. On the third day, Ganesh Pooja is performed so that devotees can start all the good things going forward.
  2. You have to bring a Gold Nag Partima or Murti and worship it.
  3.  After this the Narayan Nagalika Vidhaan is complete.
  4. The rest of the day you have to continuously say the ‘Om Namah Bhagvate Namah’ mantra.

What are the materials required for this pooja?

Here is the list of materials required for Narayan Nagbali:

New clothes and Dakshina in form of money, Golden statue of Snake which should be minimum 1gm. It is important to bring the nag (snake) statue made up of gold as silver nag is not acceptable. It is also important to donate this statue of snake after the vidhi (ritual).

The daksina includes food arrangements for 2 persons and all the Pooja Samagri. It is important to bring new white clothes that includes napkin, gamcha and dhoti for the pooja. And the ladies should have saree, blouse and other necessary things.

Where to perform Narayan Nagbali?

Trimbakeshwar Temple
Trimbakeshar Temple is famous for Narayan Nagbali Pooja

Narayan Nagbali takes place at Trimbakeshwar where all the devotees perform different rituals and tirtha shraddha of the departed soul and give Brahman bhojan. It is also advised to perform maharudra or lakhurudra at the Trimbakeshwar. Many dharamshalas are within walking distance from the main temple. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga is one of the 5 Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra. There are a total of 12 Jyotirlingas in India.

Before you begin with the pooja, it is very important to take a holy dip Kushavarta Kund. This puja requires special dates to perform it. There are some days that are not suitable for this pooja.

What is the cost of performing Narayan Nagbali?

Narayan Nagbali is a 3-day pooja where you require proper accommodation and also a purohit to perform the pooja. One Brahmin or Pandit performs the Puja. But more Pandits are required for doing the arrangements of the Puja.

  • The cost of performing the puja would be around 7,000 – 8,000 rupees. This excludes the new clothes and the Gold Pratima. These are to be brought by you.
  • The amount of the Puja includes the Dakshina of the Pandits and the cost of the Samugri.
  • The fare of the most basic rooms costs Rs. 500 per day.
  • The cost of food per plate is Rs. 100. The food is prepared on the hotel where you would be staying. At 100 rupees you will be getting Dal, Rice, Roti and Sabji.

Frequently asked questions about Narayan Nagbali

Q: Is it compulsory to get head shaved before the Narayan Nagbali Pooja?

A: If the father of the person performing the pooja expired, only then one needs to get their head shaved before the pooja.

Q: Do I have to fast for all 3 days of the Narayan Nagbali Pooja?

A: You need to fast only till the time the pooja takes place on any given day. You can eat after the pooja is complete for the day.

Q: How long is the Narayan Nagbali Pooja performed on each day?

A: Although the pooja takes place for 3 days, the actual duration of the pooja is only 3 hours per day.

Q: What dress should i wear for Narayan Nagbali Pooja?

You should wear a new dress on Day-1 and must wear the same dress for the 3 days (after washing it daily). White Dhoti is the dress that Men should prefer and Saree (except green and black colors) is the dress that Women should prefer.

If you have any questions related with Narayan Nagbali Puja, please leave a comment and we will reply within an hour.

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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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Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva Tirumala

June 28, 2022, Sasidhar Darla 7 Comments Filed Under: Pujas, Tirumala

Here is everything you want to know about Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala Tirupati.

What is Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva is conducted after the second bell in Tirumala Temple. This ritual was initially introduced in Srivari Temple in 1984 when a Muslim devotee presented Lord Srinivasa with 108 gold lotuses. The Archana begins by offering dhupa to the key deity followed by reciting Devadasa (108) names of the Lord.

Each chant is followed by one golden lotus offered at the holy feet of the lord Srinivasa.

Ashtadala Seva
Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana

Who should perform Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

Here’s who should do the Seva:

  • A single person or a couple can perform this pooja for their successful life.

What are the benefits of performing Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

Here are the benefits of the Seva:

  • The Devotee can financial stability and get the divine blessings of the Lord.
  • People also believe that by doing this pooja they can get good health, harmony success, and fulfillment of desires.

What are the best days to do Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

The best days to perform the seva are:

  • This pooja is performed on every Tuesday in the Tirumala temple.
  • One should make prior bookings to get the dates to perform this pooja.
  • It should be performed early in the morning, the best time to do this pooja is 5.30 a.m.

What is the procedure for performing Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

Here’s how to do the Seva:

  1. The Archana begins with the puja by offering dhupa and diva to the key deity.
  2. Then the pujaris enumerate the Devadasa names of the Lord.
  3. While reciting each name of the Lord, one golden lotus is offered at the feet of Lord Srinivasa.
  4. On completion of the Archana for the main deity Archana is then offered for Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Padmavati.
  5. After that Ratha aarti is offered first, followed by usual aarti.
  6. During this special puja, the arjitha ticket holders are seated in the Antalya corridor that is located between the Kulasekhara padi and Bangaru Vakili.

What are the materials required for Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

The basic materials required for Ashtadala Seva are turmeric powder, sandalwood powder, Kumkum, betel leaves, supari, rice, camphor, mango leaves, and the most important golden lotus. Apart from these if any other materials are required, they are provided after booking the ticket for this pooja.

Where to perform Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva?

A devotee can perform this pooja in the Tirumala temple premises. It is performed only on Tuesday. Devotees can take a seat inside Garbha Griha, once they are seated in the garbha griha the curtains will be closed at the Jaya Vijaya statues which is the last door.

What is the cost of Ashtadala Seva?

The cost of performing this pooja is Rs.1,250 per person. They can get the tickets from the Tirumala temple website.

Kali Puja 2019 – Bengal Dates, Benefits and Procedure

October 1, 2019, Sasidhar Darla 10 Comments Filed Under: Pujas

Kali puja is celebrated on October 27, 2019. It is dedicated to Goddess Kali. Moreover, the pooja removes the negative influence of the Saturn planet and negative energies like ego, anger and jealousy. This is also known as Shyama Puja and is popular in West Bengal, Odisha, Assam and Eastern India.

Kali Puja Kolkata Video
Kali Puja
Start Date 27 October 2019
Location Kolkata, West Bengal

Goddess Kali is believed to be the first incarnation of Goddess Durga. Along with Goddess Kali people also worship Goddess Laxmi on this day. Moreover, takes place in the Bengali month of Kartik on the new moon day.

Obviously, the deity’s name comes from the Sanskrit name ‘Kala’ which means black or lord of death. oddess Kali is the destroyer of evils.  

When is Kali Puja 2019?

  • This year in 2019, Kali Puja will be celebrated on the 27th of October.
  • On this year, Diwali is also on the 27th of October and will be celebrated together with Kali Puja.
  • Furthermore, the Amavasya Tithi for the Puja begins at 12:23 pm on 27th October and ends at 9:08 am on 28th October.
See Panchang, Muhurat and Moonrise timings of Sharad Purnima 2019 here

Kali Puja Dates

YearDateDay
201927 OctoberSunday
202014 NovemberSaturday
202104 NovemberThursday
202224 OctoberMonday
202312 NovemberSunday
202431 OctoberThursday
202520 OctoberMonday

Who should perform Kali Puja?

Here is who should perform Kali Puja:

  • The person who is suffering from any family problems or financial issues should perform this puja.
  • It also boosts the confidence of the devotee and provides positivity and stamina to him/her. 
  • If a person is suffering from any disease or illness then he/she should perform this puja. 
  • Devotees also perform this puja to get rid of all the negative people from life.
  • Furthermore, Goddess Kali also protects the devotees from mental and physical issues.
  • People suffering from any type of negativities or painful events in life.
  • However, any obstacles in married life can be removed by performing Kali puja which helps in building a happy married life.
  • Performing this puja also protects the devotee from all the forms of black magic.

What are the benefits of performing this Pooja?

The benefits of performing Kali puja are:

  • This puja removes all types of negative energies from the home and workplace.
  • Along with that it also protects the devotees and lifts up their stamina.
  • Moreover, Goddess Kali is the most powerful and strongest form of Goddess Durga. She also fills happiness in the house of devotees.
  • The puja removes all kind of impurities. Also, it removes darkness from the life of devotees.
  • Further, it helps to recover from prolonged illness and also from many incurable illnesses.
  • The puja also safeguards a person from the evil spirit and black magic.
  • Further, removing all the obstacles while running a business and bring success in education and career.
  • Moreover, it protects the person from the bad influence of planet Saturn.
Benefits of Kali Puja
Kali Puja is very beneficial when done with pure intentions and devotion.

In what circumstances should one perform Kali Pooja?

  • One should perform Kali Puja on Kartik Amavasya in the month of October or November.
  • Most of the time, Kali Puja and Diwali Puja fall on the same day. But sometimes, it may fall one day before the Diwali Puja.
  • Nevertheless, many devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi on Amavasya during Diwali.
  • Many devotees also perform the Kali puja during Navratri that precedes Diwali.
  • People suffering from ill effects of Shani should offer prayers to Goddess Kali on Kali Chaudas which is Dhantrayodashi.
  • Nevertheless, one must perform Dus Maha Vidya Mahakali Puja to get rid of negativity.

How to do Kali Puja at home?

Time needed: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Kali Puja Procedure:

  1. Place idol in a sacred place

    The Kali Puja starts with placing the image or idol of Goddess in a sacred place. Moreover, devotees believe that the image or idol of goddess contains excellent energy.

  2. Offer gifts and write prayers

    Place small bowls of uncooked rice, salt, rice, spring water and flowers on a platter. Worshippers offer gifts and also write prayers to the goddess on coloured paper.

  3. Do meditation and chanting

    One should begin with a meditation to seek the blessings of the goddess. Worshipers also chant ‘Om Maa‘. Hereafter, one uses saltwater to purify the sacred space. Also, uncooked rice is used to draw a triangle with a point facing Kali’s image.

  4. Name manifestations of Kali

    Subsequently, the devotees get red flower after naming manifestations of Kali, going in a clockwise direction.

  5. Perform breathing exercises

    Devotees also perform breathing exercises and chant the mantras to seek the blessings of Kali. Moreover, all the devotees who attend the puja receive a piece of paper and a pen or pencil and a flower.

How to celebrate Kali Puja
Kali Puja is a big celebration which calls a huge crowd to the state of Bengal. Here’s how it’s done.

What is the Mantra for this Puja?

The Mantra for Kali Puja is:

  • Dhyan: During this, the Devotees sit in front of the deity and meditate. Also some mantras are chant during this time.

Sadyashchhinna-Shirah Kripanamabhayam Hastairvaram Bibhratim।
Ghorasyam Shirasam Srajam Suruchiramunmukta-Keshavalim॥
Srikkasrik-Pravaham Shmashan-Nilayam Shrutyoh Shavalankritim।
Shyamangi Krita-Mekhalam Shava-Karairdevim Bhaje Kalikam॥

  • Avahan: The Avahan Mantra is also chanted during the Puja. Here, it is :

Om Deveshi! Bhakti-Sulabhe! Parivar-Samanvite!
Yavat Tvam Pujayishyami. Tavat Tvam Susthira Bhava॥

Dushpare Ghora Sansara Sagare Patitam Sada।
Trayasva Varade, Devi! Namaste Chit-Paratmike॥

Ye Deva. Yashcha Devyashcha. Chalitayam Chalanti Hi।

Avahayami Tan Sarvan Kalike. Parameshwari॥
Pranan Raksha. Yasho Raksha. Raksha Daran. Sutan, Dhanam।

Sarva Raksha Kari Yasmat Tvam Hi Devi. Jaganmaye॥
Pravishya Tishtha Yagyesmin. Yavat Pujam Karomyaham।

Sarvananda Kare Devi! Sarva Siddhim Prayachchha Me॥
Tishthatra Kalike Matah! Sarva-Kalyana-Hetave।
Pujam Grihana Sumukhi! Namaste Shankara-Priye॥

  • Pushpanjali: The Pushpanjali Mantra also makes part of the mantras chanted during the puja. Here it is :

(I)

Nana Ratna Samayuktam. Karta Swar Vibhushitam।
Asanam Deva-Deveshi! Prityartham Prati Grihyatam॥

(II)

Om Shrikali Devyai Namah. Padayoh Padyam Samarpayami।
Om Shrikali Devyai Namah. Shirasi Arghyam Samarpayami।

Omm Shri Kali Devyaee Namah. Gandhakshatam Samarpayami।
Omm Shri Kali Devyaee Namah. Pushpam Samarpayami।

Om Shri Kaali Devyai Namah. Dhupam Ghrapayami।
Om Shri Kaali Devyai Namah. Dipam Darshayami।

Omm Shrikali Devyaee Namah. Naivedyam Samarpayami।
Omm Shrikali Devyaee Namah. Achamaniyam Samarpayami।

Om Shri Kaali Devyai Namah. Tambulam Samarpayami।

(III)

Om Maha-Kalyai Namah। Anena Pujanena Shrikali Devi Priyatam; Namo Namah।

What are the materials required for this Puja?

The materials for the puja are:

KumkumBurning Lighter Fluid 
CoconutUrad Dal
AshtagandhaKali Bahuli
SupariBetel Leaves with stem
Panch DhatuColors
SandalwoodPurnapatre
Kapus ( Cotton Balls)Akshata
  • Furthermore, you need seven types of grains like White Beans, Red Kidney Beans, Green Peas, Chickpeas, Brown Lentil, Gram etc.
  • One will also require Hawan Samagri, Shankha, Haldi, Rice Grains, Kalash, Ganga Jal.
  • Nevertheless, Niranjan, Kapur, Pure Ghee, Gud, Dhoop are also important.

What is the cost of performing Kali Puja?

  • The price to perform this puja ranges from Rs. 3500 to Rs. 6500. However, this includes the cost of the materials required to perform the puja.
  • Moreover, one can also consult an expert regarding the technique and procedure to perform the puja.

Hope this information is useful for you. For any questions regarding Kali Puja, comment below and we will get back to you asap.

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