
Rudra Puja and Ayusha Homa
When
Sun, 15 November
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM IST
About this ceremony
Sacred Mantra
ॐ
“Om Namah Shivaya · Namaste Rudra Manyava Utota Ishave Namah”
What it feels like
As the Shivalinga is bathed in milk, honey and Ganga water and the Sri Rudram rolls in like distant thunder, the room goes very still. The Rudra Puja doesn't ask for your attention — it quietly takes it, and leaves behind the deep peace that Shiva-devotees have sought for millennia.
What happens inside the Rudra Puja
Performed in the authentic VDS Vaidic paddhati — Sankalpa, Ganapati Puja, Kalasha Sthapana, Punyahavachanam, the consecration of Agni, the deity's offerings, and the final Purnahuti.
- 1
Sankalpa & Ganapati Puja
The intention is set and Ganapati invoked for a smooth ceremony.
- 2
Kalasha & Shivalinga sthapana
The Shivalinga is installed and the sacred water pot consecrated.
- 3
Rudrabhishekam
The Shivalinga is bathed with water, milk, honey, ghee, curd and bilva leaves while Sri Rudram (Namakam & Chamakam) is chanted.
- 4
Archana & Aarti
Flowers and bilva are offered with the 108 (or 1008) names of Shiva, followed by the waving of lamps.
- 5
Prasad & blessings
Sanctified water and vibhuti are distributed to all participants.
Significance
Sri Rudram describes the Divine as present in all of creation. Its chanting harmonises the individual with the cosmos, dissolving inner and outer obstacles. The Rudra Puja is performed to remove planetary doshas, clear negative impressions, and invite health, harmony and prosperity. It is the heart of the Shravan Maas observances.
Benefits
- ✦Removes negativity and planetary doshas
- ✦Purifies body and mind
- ✦Bestows peace, health and prosperity
- ✦Deepens devotion and inner steadiness
Best time to perform
Mondays, Pradosham, Maha Shivratri and through Shravan Maas.
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Description
General Guidelines for Puja Timeliness: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled Puja time to ensure everything begins promptly. Timely arrival helps us maintain the proper sequence of rituals. If you are delayed, we will proceed with the puja on your behalf using the registered details. Your presence is valued, and we appreciate your understanding. We look forward to being with you on this special occasion. Dress Code: Please wear traditional and modest attire that is appropriate for spiritual ceremonies. Your cooperation helps maintain the sanctity of the occasion. Access and Entry: Entry is limited to the number of guests specified during the Puja booking. We appreciate your adherence to this guideline. Online Mode: For online Pujas, the ceremony will be conducted via the Zoom app. We will share the Zoom link and details with you 1 day prior to the scheduled date. Cancellation or Reschedule Policy: • Rescheduling: If you wish to reschedule your Puja, please inform us at least 2 days in advance. Once a Pandit has been assigned, rescheduling may not be possible. • Cancellation: Please note that cancellations are not permitted after the payment has been processed. We appreciate your understanding. The date, timings, venue, and personal attendance preferences are subject to change. We kindly request your understanding in case of any adjustments. Please note that Gurudevs presence may vary based on his travel schedule. For any payment or receipt-related inquiries, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or call us at 9035066893 (tel:+919035066893). We are happy to assist you.
Organiser Details
What you receive
Official receipt
Sent to you by email and SMS for your records.
Trained Vaidic pandits
In the living tradition of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji.
Authentic vidhi
Performed exactly as the shastras prescribe.
A living Vedic tradition
Vaidic Dharma Sansthan revives the timeless Vedic tradition — training pandits, performing authentic pujas, homas and samskaras, and carrying the sacred knowledge of the Vedas to every home.
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