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Purpose
Havan (Homam) is a sacred fire ritual where offerings are made to Agni (fire god) as a carrier to the deities. It purifies the environment and creates positive vibrations.
Overview
Havan/Homam is an ancient Vedic practice of making offerings into sacred fire while chanting mantras. The fire acts as a messenger carrying offerings to the gods.
**Types of Havan:**
1. **Daily Agnihotra:** Simple daily practice
2. **Nakshatra Havan:** Based on birth star
3. **Graha Shanti Havan:** Planetary remedies
4. **Ganapati Homam:** For obstacle removal
5. **Vastu Havan:** For new homes
**Scientific Benefits:**
- Smoke purifies air
- Releases antibacterial compounds
- Creates negative ions
- Reduces pollution
**Safety:** Always have water ready. Ensure proper ventilation.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Preparation
Gather all required items and prepare the space.
Invocation
Begin with prayers and invocation.
Main Ritual
Perform the main ritual as prescribed.
Conclusion
Complete with final prayers and distribution.
Do's and Don'ts
- • Use proper havan kund
- • Use quality samagri (offerings)
- • Maintain fire throughout
- • Chant mantras clearly
- • Make offerings with right hand
- • Don't leave fire unattended
- • Don't use plastic items
- • Don't do in closed room
- • Avoid synthetic materials
- • Don't let fire go out before completion
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone can perform simple havans. Complex havans require trained priests.
Morning hours are best. During auspicious muhurtas for specific purposes.
Quick Actions
Materials Needed
Essential
- Fresh Flowers
- Rice (Akshat)
- Kumkum (Sindoor)
- Incense Sticks (Agarbatti)
- Diya (Oil Lamp)
- Cotton Wicks
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