PUNYAHA VACHANAM
Puṇyāha (पुण्याह) is a cleansing ritual observed by Hindus. The term ‘Punyaha’ means ‘an auspicious day’ or ‘sacred day’. Punyaha is practiced before any ritual. Punyaha ritual is also performed after days of pollution due to birth or death.
Materials required for puja
| NAME | QUANTITY |
|---|
| Turmeric powder | 1/4 Lb |
| Kumkum | 1 Packet |
| Sandalwoodpaste / Powder | 1 Packet |
| Agarabathi /Incesense sticks | 1 Packet |
| Camphor | 1 Packet |
| Betel Leaves and Nuts | 10 + 10 |
| Flowers | 2 bunches |
| Fruits | 12 Bananas and 5 other Fruits |
| Coconuts | 3 |
| Rice | 4 Lbs |
| Kalasa Vasthram | 1 Towel or 1 Blouse Piece |
| Honey | 1 Small bottle |
| Rice Paddy | 1 Lb |
| coins | 20 |
Other Puja Materials
- Swami Photos ( Inti Divam ),Deepam ( Lamp ), Oil, Match Box, Cotton Wicks
- Kalasam, Panchapatra and Uddharini, Small Trays 2 nos.
- Big Trays 2 nos., Small Cups 5 nos.
- Asirvada New Dresses, Blankets 2 Nos. (For guest Seating)
- Paper Napkins and Paper Plates (sufficient quantities)
