Rudrabhishek is highly considered one of the purest forms of worship for pleasing Lord Shiva and seeking his divine blessings. To perform Rudrabhishek puja call 9484950052 for online and offline puja booking. In this ritual, the Shivling is ceremoniously bathed with sacred substances while chanting the powerful hymns of the Rudra Sukta from Yajurveda. Rudrabhishek is believed to invoke Lord Shiva’s blessings for protection, prosperity, health, and inner peace
Benefits of Rudrabhishek
The name "Rudra" refers to “a fierce form of Lord Shiva”, and "Abhishek" means “the act of bathing the deity”. It is a ritual that can purify the atmosphere, uplift spiritual energies, and eliminate negative influences.
Performing Rudrabhishek has immense spiritual significance:
- Rudrabhishek helps cleanse one’s mind and soul by removing obstacles and negative energies.
- It is performed to seek protection from diseases, misfortunes and enemies while inviting success, prosperity and happiness.
- It is especially significant in pacifying planetary afflictions (Doshas) like Shani Dosha or Rahu-Ketu Dosha, as Lord Shiva is known as the destroyer of all negativities.
- It aids in spiritual growth and brings inner peace.
Samagri Used in Rudrabhishek
During Rudrabhishek, various sacred items are offered at a time of chanting mantras. Below is the Sammgari list mentioned:
- Water (Ganga Jal)
- Milk
- Honey
- Curd
- Sugarcane Juice
- Coconut Water
- Ghee Sandalwood paste
- Flowers and Bilva leaves
- Incense stick and Deep
Types of Rudrabhishek
- Laghu Rudrabhishek - A simpler form of the ritual where Rudra mantras are chanted while performing the Abhishek with water, milk and other items. - A grander version of Rudrabhishek involving the chanting of all eleven chapters of the Rudram long with elaborate offerings.
- Maha Rudrabhishek - A bigger and more special version of Rudrabhishek, where all eleven chapters of the Rudram are chanted, along with offerings to Lord Shiva.
When to Perform Rudrabhishek
Rudrabhishek is performed on any auspicious day, but it is especially significant on Monday (Lord Shiva day), Maha Shivratri, Shravan month (the holy month dedicated to Lord Shiva) and during Pradosh Vrat to overcome difficulties in life.
Process/ Vidhi of Rudrabhishek
- Preparation - The puja starts with cleaning the place and purifying the devotees through prayers and mantras. A shivaling is placed in the center for worship.
- Innovation - Devotees invite Lord Shiva to come into the Shivling by chanting mantras.
- Abhishek - Sacred items like water, milk, honey, curd and other items are poured on the shivling while chanting the Rudra Sukta or chanting "Om Namah Shivaya."
- Chanting of Mantras - Mantras like the "Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra" and the "Rudra Namakam Chamakam" are recited to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings for protection and healing.
- Offering of Prasad - After the abhishek, devotees offer fruits, sweets and flowers, followed by the aarti by aarti and devotional song dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Distribution of Prasad - The puja ends with the distribution of Prasad with all devotees.
Rudrabhishek Puja Price
The cost of the Rudrabhishek puja depends on the location, the temple and the types of rituals included.
