Rudra Abhishek :

Rudra Abhishek is a sacred ritual that involves bathing the Shiva Lingam with a divine mixture to worship Lord Shiva, also known as Rudra:

Rudra Abhishek

What it is

A ceremony that involves bathing the Shiva Lingam with a divine mixture

Purpose

To seek specific blessings from Lord Shiva

What's involved

Chanting mantras and hymns, and bathing the Shiva Lingam with a sacred mixture called Panchamrit

Benefits

Some believe that Rudra Abhishek can promote inner strength, alleviate sorrow, protect against diseases, and bring economic prosperity

Elements used

Milk, honey, water, ghee, sacred ash, and other elements

Here are some tips for performing Rudra Abhishek:

  • Purify yourself through a bath and wear clean, traditional attire

  • Choose a serene spot for the puja, preferably facing the east or north direction

  • Arrange items such as milk, water, honey, yogurt, ghee, sugar, bel leaves, flowers, fruits, and incense sticks

Bhoomi Pujan :

Bhoomi Pujan is a religious ritual performed before starting the construction of a house or building . In this puja, the land is worshipped and blessings of God are taken. Some special things about Bhoomi Pujan:

  • Bhoomi pujan purifies the land and provides relief from problems faced during construction work.

  • According to Vastu Shastra, performing Bhoomi Pujan brings positive energy in the house and provides happiness and prosperity to the family members.

  • During Bhoomi Pujan, forgiveness is sought from the creatures living beneath the earth.

  • In Bhoomi Pujan, generally the first brick or foundation stone is laid on the land.

  • A silver snake and urn are placed during the bhumi pujan.

  • In Bhoomi Pujan, five elements i.e. water, earth, fire, sky and air are pleased.

Some special things about the Bhoomi Pujan method:

  • The head of the family is the main performer in Bhoomi Pujan.

  • A skilled priest is required for Bhoomi Pujan.

  • After the Bhoomi Pujan, digging of the foundation should be started from the north-east corner.

  • Filling of the foundation should be done in the opposite order of digging of the foundation.

Griha pravesh :

Griha pravesh is a Hindu ceremony that takes place when someone first enters their new home. It is similar to a housewarming party and is considered to be a significant cultural and spiritual event. The word "Griha" means house and "Pravesh" means entering.

The ceremony involves a series of religious activities, or a puja, that are performed to:

  • Thank the gods for helping with the move

  • Bless the new home and its residents

  • Bring good luck, happiness, and prosperity

  • Align the energies of the home with the universe

  • Cleanse the atmosphere of negative energy

The puja typically includes items like:

  • A diya

  • A bell

  • An aarti plate

  • Idols or photos of Ganesha and Laxmi

  • A brass or bronze kalash filled with water or milk

  • Wicks, oil, incense sticks, or dhoop

Vedic astrologers can help determine a good time to perform the ceremony, known as a Muhurat. Constellations, or nakshatras, are considered especially important when choosing a Muhurat. For example, the Revati Nakshatra is said to signify prosperity, growth, and happiness.