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 Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja
Pitra Dosh can manifest in various ways, including obstacles in personal and professional life, health issues, or relationship problems. Performing the Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja is a way to acknowledge and address these ancestral debts. It fosters a connection between the current generation and their ancestors, allowing for healing and resolution of past grievances. This ritual not only seeks to appease ancestors but also enhances spiritual growth and well-being.
Benefits of Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja
- Resolution of Ancestral Issues: The puja helps in alleviating the negative impacts of Pitra Dosh, promoting smoother life experiences.
- Invoking Ancestral Blessings: It seeks blessings from ancestors for health, wealth, and success, ensuring their guidance in the descendants’ lives.
- Emotional Healing: Engaging in this ritual can bring emotional relief, fostering forgiveness and closure regarding familial issues.
- Strengthening Family Bonds: The ceremony promotes unity among family members, encouraging collective remembrance and respect for ancestors.
Occasions to Perform Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja
The Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja is typically performed during significant life events, such as before weddings, during festivals like Pitru Paksha, or when experiencing prolonged difficulties. It can also be done on auspicious days to honour and remember ancestors.
Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja Vidhi (Procedure)
- Preparation: Participants should dress in clean, traditional attire to symbolize respect for the ritual.
- Setup: A sacred space is arranged with an altar featuring images or idols of ancestors, along with offerings such as flowers, fruits, and food items that the ancestors loved.
- Invocation: The ceremony begins with the invocation of Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles and ensure the smooth progression of the puja.
- Offering Prayers: Participants offer heartfelt prayers for the peace and well-being of their ancestors, seeking their blessings for guidance and support.
- Puja Rituals: Traditional rituals include chanting specific mantras, offering food, and performing aarti to honor the ancestors.
- Havan (Fire Ritual): A Havan may be conducted, where offerings are made into the sacred fire, enhancing the spiritual energy of the ritual.
- Blessings: Family members and attendees seek blessings from elders and spiritual guides present, receiving their good wishes for harmony and prosperity.
- Prasad Distribution: The ritual concludes with the distribution of prasad (blessed food), symbolizing shared blessings and gratitude.
Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja Shubh Muhurat
Choosing an auspicious time for the Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja is essential to maximize its effectiveness. Consulting with an astrologer can help identify favourable timings based on the Hindu calendar.
By engaging in Pitra Dosh Nivaran Puja, individuals and families honour their ancestors, inviting their blessings for peace, prosperity, and stability. This sacred ritual serves as a powerful means of spiritual healing, fostering a deeper connection with one’s roots and promoting harmony within the family.
