Purpose

To celebrate gratitude, abundance, and family harmony.

अवलोकन

Onam is Kerala’s harvest festival celebrating King Mahabali and prosperity. Pookalam, sadya, and family gatherings are common.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1

Preparation & Cleanliness

Clean the puja area, take bath, wear clean clothes, and arrange items neatly.

2

Sankalpa (Intention) & Invocation

Mentally set your intention and start with a simple prayer to Ganesha and your chosen deity.

3

Main Puja & Offerings

Offer flowers, incense, lamp, and naivedya. Chant the festival mantra or simple prayers.

4

Aarati & Prasad

Perform aarati and distribute prasad to family members.

5

Closing & Gratitude

Offer final prayers, express gratitude, and keep the space clean afterwards.

Primary Mantra

ॐ नमो नारायणाय

Do's and Don'ts

करें

• • Keep pookalam clean
• • Share food with family/others
• • Respect local traditions

न करें

• • Avoid wastage of food
• • Avoid unsafe fireworks

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

यह पूजा कौन कर सकता है?

कोई भी भक्त इसे घर पर सरल रूप से कर सकता है।

क्या पुजारी चाहिए?

जरूरी नहीं। विस्तृत विधि/होम के लिए पुजारी से परामर्श करें।