Tuljapur - Panchamrit Abhishek with Ooti puja

Kumkumarchana puja is a sacred ritual where the goddess is worshipped by using Kumkum. The word Kumkumarchana is a combination of two words,  "Kumkum" means the red powder made from turmeric and other ingredients and "Archana" means offering. Kumkum attracts the forces of the universe, Shakti and Goddess Parvati. The goddess Tulja Bhawani worshipped Kumkum as a manifestation of Shakti Tattva.

The word Gondhal is originated from the Marathi language. Gondhal holds cultural significance. The Gondhal is an important and religious ceremony. The Gondhal puja is performed at Tulja Bhawani Temple. Gondhal puja is performed to invoke the blessings of Goddess Tulja Bhawani. It is believed that this ritual was performed by Shivaji Maharaj during his first victory over the Mughals.

Tulja Bhavani is a respected form of the goddess Bhavani, who is considered a powerful deity. Bhogi puja is performed at Tulja Bhawani Temple to seek her blessings for protection, prosperity, and well-being. Performing puja at a holy place like the Tulja Bhavani temple is considered very auspicious. 

The Alankar Mahapuja is a Sanskir word. Alankar Mahapuja is a combination of two word "Alankar" means ornamentation and Mahapuja menas "Great worship". Alankar Mahapuja is a special worship dedicated to Shri Tulja Bhavani, the goddess of power and courage, in Tuljapur. This puja involves offering various items to the goddess. In this puja Maa Tulja Bhawani is adorned with  jewelry, vibrant garments, and flowers, symbolizing her divine energy. 

The word Panchamrit ahishek is a Sanskrit word. The word Panchamrit is a combination of the words Pancha means five and Amrita which means nectar. Abhishek is a ritual where feet of the idol of the Goddess is bathed with auspicious things. The five main ingredients used to make Panchamrit are milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar.

Durga saptashati is also known as Devi Mahatmaya or chandi path. Durga Saptashati is a Hindu scripture with 700 Shlokas. The Durga Saptashati tells the story of the battle between Goddess Durga and Mahishasura. During the puja various mantras and Jaap are chanted, and Goddess Durga is worshipped. The word Saptashai is a combination of two words: "Sapta" means seven and "shata" means hundred. Performing this puja in Tuljapur is beneficial. 

The Navchnadi path is dedicated to Goddess Durga. The word "Navchandi" is a combination of two words: "Nav" means nine and "Chandi" is the fierce form of Goddess Durga. Navchandi Path is also known as Mahatmyam or Durga Saptshati Path. The Navchandi path explains the glorifying the victory of Goddess Durga over the Mahishasur. The Navchandi path involves reciting powerful Saptashati mantras. It involves recitation of 9 chapters of the Durga Saptashati path. 

The word Naivedyam is derived from sanskrit. Naivedyam means "offering to God." Naivedhyam includes cooked food and fruits. Offering foos to God is part of the ritual. Offering Naivedyam to the Goddess is a way of expressing faith and devotion to the Goddess. Naivedyam is a sacred offering that embodies a connection between the divine and the devotee. Offering Naivedhyam to the goddess in Tulja Bhawani temple is very beneficial to the devotees. 

Maa Tulja Bhawani is a form of Maa Durga, or Goddess Parvati; she is considered a powerful deity. The Ooti puja is a unique puja dedicated to the Goddess Tulja Bhawani. This puja involves various offerings, chanting of sacred mantras and performing arti. Ooti Puja is an important religious ritual at Tulja Bhavani Temple. Ooti puja is performed at Tulja Bhawani Temple to seek her blessings for protection, prosperity, and well-being. 

Maa Tulja Bhawani is revered as an incarnation of Goddess Durga. Singhasan Mahapuja is a special worship dedicated to Shri Tulja Bhavani, the goddess of power and courage in Tuljapur. The term "Singhasan" refers to the seat of deity. Milk and curd are pure substances that symbolize nourishment and denotation. This puja involves offering milk and curd on Singhasan of the goddess.