Samagri
for Puja:
Haldi [organic] (20gm), Kumkum [organic] (20gm), Tulsi Mala (1), Diya Batti (5), Beetle Nuts (5), Desi Ghee (20ml), Honey (20ml), Jaggery (Gudh) (20gm), Akshata [Yellow rice] (20gm), Yagno-paveetha (5), Karpoora [camphor] (5Tabs), Red/White/Yellow Cloth(1 mtr), Prasad [Laung, Elaichi, Mishri] (20gm), Mouli (25mtr), Ganga Jal (15ml), Durva [fresh] (1), Agarbatti (6)/Dhoop (2), Dakshina (100INR), God Idols (pair), Sambrani (2), Sambrani Holder (1), Kalash [small copper] (1), Panchpatra [small copper] (1), Diya Holder (2), Panchamrit spoon (1), Karpoora Holder(1), includes perishables [Beetle Leaves [fresh] (9), Flowers [fresh] (incl mala), Tulsi [fresh], Mango Leaves [fresh] (7)]
Small Havan:
Cow Dung Cake (2), Mango Wood (250gm), HavanSamagri [20+ Grganic Herbs] (100gm), Ghee (20ml)
Yajman to provide:
Curd (100gm), Milk (100ml), Mithai (250gm), Fruits [5types], Coconut (1), HavanKund, SuchiSarva (Havan Spoon) (1), Kalash [big] (1), Bowl [preferably copper/silver] (1), Spoon [preferably copper/silver] (1), Utensils [2 big Plates (for Aarti/Samagri), disposable Plates, Bowls & Spoons], First solid food (preferably Kheer or Payasam)
Importance and Significance of New Home Puja
The New Home Puja is essential as it acknowledges the sanctity of the home and the energies that reside within it. By performing this puja, individuals express gratitude for the shelter and abundance provided by the divine. It reinforces the belief that a home should be a sanctuary of love and positivity, fostering a nurturing environment for all who reside there.
Benefits of New Home Puja
- Purification of the Space: The puja cleanses the new home of any negative energies, creating a harmonious atmosphere for the family.
- Inviting Prosperity: The ceremony seeks divine blessings for wealth, health, and happiness in the new abode.
- Strengthening Family Bonds: Participating in the puja together fosters unity and strengthens relationships among family members.
- Creating Positive Vibes: The blessings received during the puja help establish a joyful and peaceful environment for all who live in the home.
Occasions to Perform New Home Puja
New Home Puja is ideally performed when moving into a new house, whether it is newly built or purchased. It is also auspicious to conduct the puja during significant life events, such as a wedding or the birth of a child, to enhance the positivity in the home.
New Home Puja Vidhi (Procedure)
- Preparation: The family prepares for the puja by wearing traditional attire, symbolizing respect for the sacred occasion.
- Setup: A sacred space is arranged within the home, featuring an altar with images or idols of deities, along with flowers, incense, and other puja essentials.
- Invocation: The puja begins with the invocation of Lord Ganesha, seeking his blessings for a smooth and successful ceremony.
- Offering Prayers: The family offers prayers of gratitude for their new home and requests blessings for peace and prosperity.
- Puja Rituals: Rituals include chanting mantras, performing aarti, and making offerings of fruits, sweets, and grains to the deities.
- Homa (Fire Ritual): A sacred fire ritual (Homa) may be conducted to enhance the blessings being invoked.
- First Entry: The family performs the ceremonial first entry into the home, often carrying a small vessel of rice, symbolizing abundance.
- Blessings: Family members and friends present seek blessings from elders, who may share good wishes and advice for the new beginning.
- Celebration: The ceremony is typically followed by a gathering to celebrate, sharing a meal and reflecting on the joy of new beginnings.
New Home Puja Shubh Muhurat
The Shubh Muhurat for New Home Puja is determined based on astrological calculations, ensuring that the timing aligns with favourable planetary positions. Consulting with an astrologer can help identify the most auspicious time to perform the ceremony, maximizing its benefits.
By celebrating New Home Puja, families honour their new beginnings and invite divine blessings into their lives. It’s a beautiful way to create a loving and positive environment, fostering harmony and joy for all who dwell within.
