Vishnu Puja Holashtak: the time of Holashtak, which Holi It starts eight days before, is considered very important for devotion and sadhana. Even though auspicious activities are prohibited during these eight days starting from 25th February this year, this is the best time to worship Lord Vishnu. According to mythological beliefs, during these days, devotee Prahlad got freedom from all the troubles only by doing exclusive devotion to Lord Vishnu, hence if you worship in the right way during these days, then Lord Vishnu becomes pleased and removes the obstacles in your life.
Reciting Vishnu Sahasranama during Holashtak is considered to be most effective to avoid the aggression of planets and to attain mental peace. If you recite a thousand names of Lord Vishnu with a calm mind during Holashtak, it eliminates the negative energy from the house. Along with this, reciting Narayan Kavach acts as a protective shield for your family. This sadhana not only increases your self-confidence, but also increases your spontaneity and patience. Through these lessons you feel connected to Lord Vishnu, which is very essential for the proper functioning of your life.
Chanting and importance of ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay’ mantra
Chanting the Mahamantra ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay’ during the eight days of Holashtak provides inexhaustible virtue. Mental chanting of this mantra is the simplest and most accurate solution to prevent mental restlessness caused by planetary aggression. You can chant this at least one rosary every day or as per your capacity. Using Tulsi rosary while chanting is more fruitful. This simple mantra purifies your inner soul and deepens your devotion towards God. This effort done with devotion gives you the strength to remain calm and stable even in adverse circumstances.
Tulsi worship and offering of special food
The worship of Lord Vishnu is considered incomplete without Tulsi and its importance increases even more during Holashtak. During these eight days, a lamp of pure ghee should be lit near the Tulsi plant every evening and one should revolve around it. Apart from this, offering butter-sugar candy, yellow fruits or saffron kheer to Lord Vishnu is an easy way to please him. Keep in mind that Tulsi group must be included in the offering. This Satvik puja method makes the environment of your home sacred and increases love among family members. By following these rules, not only your puja is successful, but you also get God’s blessings for your future work.
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