Questions tagged [worship]
Worship is the act of praising and seeking the blessings of God. It is widely referred to as Pooja in Hinduism.
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What to do with lemon given at Durga temples?
Few temples in south India offer lemons to the Village goddess (a form of Durga/kaali) while worshipping.
When I went to a temple yesterday, they are giving lemons each to all the devotees.
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Is the worship of white Shivalinga forbidden at home?
I recently got myself a Shwet (white) Shivalinga. But I read somewhere on the Internet that worshipping of shwet shivalinga is only permissible at shamsaan and not at home. Is it true? If false is ...
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Some daily-life hacks to always keep remembrance of God / Isht Devta or Devi
Life has lots of challenges, ups and downs. It is very easy to forget your Isht Devi/Devta (God), while enganged in worldly activities.
What are some life hacks to stay connected to God, while ...
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What do the Snake Idols in Binded form Indicate?
In many Hindu Temples we can see Snake Idol which has two Snakes, bound to each other like a DNA.
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What does this form of two snakes indicate and why do we worship it ?
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Benefits of lighting a lamp using different oils
Deeparadhana (worshiping God by lighting a lamp) is an ancient practice in our country. We start any pooja by lighting a lamp. It is said that a lamp lit using cow ghee is the best. Sesam oil is used ...
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From where do priests get invocation(Avahana) and other Mantras related to Shirdi Sai Baba?
From where ( which Hindu Scripture) do Hindu priests get Mantras related to Sai Baba's worship?
Like invocation(Avahana) & other Mantras?
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General rules of worshipping Lord Hanuman
What are the General rules of worshipping Lord Hanuman?
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What are the murthis allowed in one's puja mandir?
It is said that the size of an idol should not be more than a thumb size of the family's head. If there is not a special puja/worship, nivedya/food offerings should be offered to the murthi/idol daily,...
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Which scriptures gives details about the Ashta-Lakshmi?
There are said to be eight forms of Devi Lakshmi, called as Ashta Lakshmi ( अष्ट - लक्ष्मी ) .
Which all scriptures give details about them?
I'd like to further know, if they are to be considered as a ...
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What is the scenario when Shiva consumed halahal (poison) as per Shiva purana
Please describe briefly about the incident, when Shiva had consumed poison in the request of gods & to keep low the body temperature of Lord Shiva, moon was placed on his head & how gods have ...
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Correct procedure of giving Arghya to Surya according to our scriptures?
What is the correct procedure of giving Arghya to Surya/Sun God according to our scriptures? Arghya is a form of worship where water sometimes with different ingredients are offered to the Sun.
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How do Vaishnavas interpret this verse from Padma Purana which seems to supports system of worship of five deities?
I found the following verse in Padma Purana, Uttara-Khanda in Karttika Mahatmya wherein Lord Krishna speaks to Satyabhama:
saivah sauras ca ganesa vaishnavah sakti-pujakah |
mam eva ...
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While praying, who are allowed to touch/caress "Shiva Linga", the sacred phallus?
As per this thread, there are various opinions of whether the idol at the temple should be touched or not: Is it allowed to hug/touch the main idol at a temple?
Now there is a special case of Shiva, ...
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Correct way of receiving Aarti
Aarti(आरती) is one of the popular Hindu religious ritual of worship in which light from wicks soaked in ghee (purified butter) or camphor is offered to one or more deities. Aarti also refer to the ...
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What is the difference between saint,yogi and sidhas?
I wish to know but the persons who dedicate their life in search of God or peace or getting to know the meaning of Life.People often call them as saints, Sidhas, Yogis and so.
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Position of Devatas in Panchayatana Pooja
The Narada Purana III.65.44-50 states:-
"44-50.When he worships Visnu in the middle, he shall worship Vinayaka,Ravi(Sun) Siva and Sivaa outside them. When he worships Sankara in the middle, he ...
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Why is Sri Krishna not worshipped as father?
Lord Krishna is generally not worshipped as 'father'.He is worshippd as 'friend', 'master', 'lover', 'child' etc. Lord Shiva on the other hand, is worshipped mainly as father.
Sri Krishna told in ...
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Is phalashruti applicable to people who read translated versions?
Many Hindu texts have phalashruti for even reading the texts or even for reading a single shloka of such texts.
In this context I got the doubt:
Is phalashruti (for reading) applicable to those who ...
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Is it true that Navagrahas should be worshiped after offering prayers to other Gods at temples?
At Hindu Temples, we see many dieties like Ganesha, Kartikeya (Muruga), Lord Shiva, Hanuman and Navagrahas. I heard that Navagrahas should be the worshiped only after offering prayers to other Gods ...
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What is significance of Thaipusam Festival?
Thaipusam is an important festival celebrated by Tamil speaking Hindus all over the world. What is its significance and legends? What is Kevatti Ceremony?
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Why one should not consecrate water to Lord Hanuman?
I went to a temple about a few weeks ago. On the wall of this temple, it was written that it is prohibited to consecrate water to Lord Hanuman according to scriptures. At that time, I could not ask ...
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Can we worship the Brahman as "Tadvana?
From this link,Taddha tadvanam nama tadvanam iti upasitavyam
(Kena Upanishad)
Meaning-"That is Adorable(Tadvanam); one should meditate on It as 'Adorable'."
This is one Upanishadic meditation, ...
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Different ways to ring a bell in Aaradhanam
When performing Aradhanam, a daily Pooja performed by Sri Vaishnavites, there are certain moments when one is supposed to ring a Ghantam, or bell. The bell produces an auspicious sound synonymous with ...
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Does Vishnu serve & worship Shiva only using the Agamas?
After Shiva's complete supremacy was established during the Fiery Linga incident shortly after creation, Shiva instructed Vishnu & Brahma to worship him using the Agamas and they obeyed well. From ...
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Why is the Madhurya Bhakti Bhāva (Kaanta Bhakti) considered the topmost or the best bhāva (sentiment), that a devotee can practice?
As per this QnA , the different kinds of Bhakti-Bhāva / Rasa (i.e., Mode/Types of Devotion), which includes: Mādhurya, Vātsalya, Sākhya, Santa, Dāsya., aren't to be found in any of the ...
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Why does lord shiva like abhishekam?
At many places I have heard that lord shiva likes abhishekam so much and also he blesses the devotees with their desires. Why does shiva like abhishekam so much?
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What are ashtapathi, panchapathi and tarangi in bhajans?
What are ashtapathi, panchapathi and tarangi in bhajans? Whose compositions are comprised in them and how many bhajan songs are compiled in them ?
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Which deities should not be worshiped in the house and why?
Are there any gods or goddess who should not be worshiped in the house? And for what reason they should not be worshiped?
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Why and when is Lord Ganesha worshiped with his wives?
Why would people possibly worship Ganesha with his wives:- Siddhi, Buddhi and Riddhi?
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Why are educational objects classified as being holy?
Whenever I have accidentally stepped on a book of any sort, or even a school bag; my parents have always said that I must ask forgiveness from god by placing my hand on the object first, then my ...
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nyAsa on murti during prANa pratishthA
This wikipedia article says that during prANa pratishthA, nyAsa is done ON THE MURTI where various deities are installed in various parts of murti.
The ritual typically involves a Puja, chanting ...
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Worship of Shree Ramanuja while he was in his body?
Shree Ramanuja authorised worships of his forms in three murthies.
When he leaves Melakotai in Karnataka,a vighra is made and Ramanujar embraces it and gives it back. This is called "Thamar Ukantha ...
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Why is worshipping multiple idols/symbols of certain deities forbidden in the Narada Purana?
The Narada Purana (I.67.120) says-
शंखचक्रशिलालिंगविघ्नसूर्यद्वयं तथा ।। ६७-१२० ।।
शक्तित्रयं न चैकत्र पूजयेद्दुःखकारणम् ।।
One must not perform simultaneous worship of Two Sankha Chakras or
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Is Ganesha ever worshiped by Madhura bhava?
I've come across information on madhura bhava for both Vishnu (in the form of Krishna) and Shiva (in the form of Bhikshatana). But I was curious if Ganesha is ever worshiped this way? I know there is ...
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visiting other temples after going to Shaneeshwar Temple
I heard that one should return home after going to Shani Temple. Tomorrow I planning to go to Thirunallar Shani temple after that Vaitheeshwaran temple and few others. Is it ok to go to Shani Temple ...
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Worship of Sri Kala Bhairava
Which day of the week is dedicated to Kalabhairava?
How to observe Kalaashtami, how to do fasting on that day?
What are the things that are offered to Kalabhairava, things that are dear to him?
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Yama's worship mantra
As per Skanda Purana, Yama was cursed by a Brahmana known as Upādhyāya after his son's death that he'll not be worshipped. Later this curse was reduced that he'll be worshipped with non-vedic mantra.
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Is being 'Sect-less' frowned upon?
There are umpteen sects (Sampradāyas) in Hinduism.
Does any text enjoin to have a sectarian identity in all the believers of Hinduism?
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What are the Stotras to worship Indra, Agni, Vayu, Soma, and Yama?
What are the Mantras in Epics, Puranas and Agamas and also, other Stotras to worship Indra, Agni, Vayu, Soma, and Yama?
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How to worship Indra?
How to worship Indra and what is the proper way to worship him, can he only be worshipped through yagna or shamanic ways are allowed ?
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Eating Prasada during fasting
Is it ok to eat Prasada (naivedhya offered to God) during fasting day? Normally it is said that prasada must not be declined. Eating will break fasting vow?
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Shiva Manasa Puja of Sri Adi Shankaracharya and the Champaka flower
Shiva Manasa Puja of Sri Adi Shankaracharya has the verse below:
रत्नैः कल्पितमासनं हिमजलैः स्नानं च दिव्याम्बरं
नानारत्नविभूषितं मृगमदामोदाङ्कितं चन्दनम् ।
जातीचम्पकबिल्वपत्ररचितं पुष्पं च ...
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Was Bramhadev worshipped in treta and dwapara yuga?
We know Bramhadev isn't worshipped in Kaliyuga. Are there any evidence on Bramhadev being worshipped in Tretayuga and Dwaparayuga except Mahamuni Vyasa meditating on Bramhadev before writing ...
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Should we worship God according to our ability?
I've seen videos on the internet where people are worshiping god, almost all the time... They suggest to do so too... It really makes me uncomfortable, as I am not much spiritual. Is it necessary to ...
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Gunas and Gods worshipped by persons of the Guna
Sattviks worship Devatas and divine forms, people of Rajasik nature worship Yakshas/ Rakhsas and the Thamasik natured worship devilish evil spirits. BG. Chapter 17, Shloka 4
So it would appear that ...
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What is the result of worshipping Lord Sri Nityananda Rama Chandra Prabhu only/exclusively?
Srila Prabhupada says here https://prabhupadabooks.com/cc/adi/8/31 that -
A neophyte student who is not sufficiently educated or enlightened should not indulge in the worship of Śrī Rādhā and Kṛṣṇa ...
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Meaning of mantra chanted before tantrik puja
For Kerala style puja done by priest, the following mantra is chanted before undertaking the puja which is a mix of Vaidik and tantrik style.
susharmasi supratishthano brihadukshe namah:
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Flowers offered to God
In our house, they say Marigold flower should not be offered to God, Is there any such belief?? What is the significance of particular flower being offered to God?
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example of bhakt relation/love to God/Goddess,where God/Goddess is the feminine beloved/premika
1) humans(not avatara) like Meera, Andal etc viewed God as husband/male beloved(premi) and worshipped/loved Him as such.
2) as per this link https://www.speakingtree.in/blog/krishna-is-husband-of-...
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