Upnayan Sanskar Puja - Prayagraj
About
Upanayana ceremony is an ancient Hindu tradition in which a boy is prepared for the beginning of his education and spiritual life. It involves wearing the sacred thread which is a symbol of responsibility, discipline and purity. The Guru gives mantras, especially the Gayatri Mantra, which is to be recited daily. Puja includes offering of havans, blessings and the observance of fasts. This ceremony is performed to lay the foundation of knowledge and good conduct in life.
At first, salnalp is taken by the name of the devotees. after that, pandit ji invokes the goddess Ganesh with chanting mantras and prayers. In Upanayan Sanskar Puja Vidhi, the place is first cleaned and Lord Ganesha is invoked. A Kalash is placed, deities are worshipped, and a sankalp (vow) is taken. The child is bathed, dressed in new clothes, and the sacred thread (Janeu) is worn. The guru teaches the Gayatri Mantra to the child. A havan (fire ritual) is performed, blessings are given by elders, and finally prasad is distributed among all present.
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Benefits of Puja
The Upanayana Sanskar Puja purifies the mind and body, marking the beginning of a disciplined and spiritual life. It helps the child develop respect for elders, devotion to God, and commitment to education. By wearing the sacred thread and chanting the Gayatri Mantra, the child is guided towards truth, self-control, and good conduct. This ritual also blesses the child with wisdom, protection, and the ability to follow righteous paths throughout life.
Place of Puja
At Triveni Ghat
Required Things (Puja Samagri)
The puja samagri is included in the Dakshina
कलश (Kalash), नारियल (Coconut), आम के पत्ते (Mango Leaves), फूल (Flowers), माला (Garland), अक्षत – चावल (Akshat – Rice), हल्दी (Turmeric), कुमकुम (Kumkum), दीपक (Lamp), घी (Ghee), कपूर (Camphor), धूप (Incense), मिठाई (Sweets), फल (Fruits), पंचामृत (Panchamrit), गंगाजल (Ganga Water), रोली (Roli), सुपारी (Betel Nut), पान के पत्ते (Betel Leaves), लाल कपड़ा (Red Cloth), पूजा थाली (Puja Plate), हवन सामग्री (Havan Samagri), यज्ञोपवीत – जनेऊ (Janeu), शंख (Conch), घंटी (Bell) और भगवान की तस्वीर या मूर्ति (Idol or Picture of Deity)
When to Perform Upnayan Sanskar Puja - Prayagraj?
Upnayan Sanskar Puja in Prayagraj is performed on an auspicious day and time, according to the Mahurat.
Puja Duration
2 to 2.30 hours
Yajman Details
- Total Yajman: 1
