Hindu Festival Rituals: Circumambulation of fire in the festival of Holika Dahan has special religious and spiritual significance. Fire is considered the face of the gods in Hinduism and is considered the greatest symbol of purity. Circumambulating the sacred fire of Holika Dahan is not just a tradition but a symbol of burning away the negative energy within oneself and starting a new and positive life. It is believed that by doing parikrama, a person’s known and unknown sins are destroyed and the blessings of Lord Vishnu remain intact. Let us know why Holika Parikrama is done and what materials you will need for this puja.
Spiritual Secret of Agni Parikrama
According to religious beliefs, walking around the Holika Dahan fire three or seven times is not just a ritual but a way to get blessings of happiness and good health. Spiritually speaking, doing Parikrama means connecting yourself with the positive energy of God. At the same time, from the scientific point of view also, in this changing season, the heat of fire proves helpful in eliminating impurities from the body. Chanting ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay’ with a calm mind during parikrama gives us mental peace and ease. It is believed that every prayer made with a true heart in front of this sacred fire reaches God, thereby paving the way for new happiness in life.
Complete list of Holika Dahan puja materials
For the worship of Holika Dahan to be completely fruitful, it is very important to have the right materials. While preparing the puja thali, include the following ingredients.
- One pot of Gangajal or pure water
- Roli, Akshat (whole rice) and Kalawa
- fresh flowers and garlands
- Raw yarn (for parikrama)
- Whole turmeric lump, moong and batashe
- coconut (dry or water)
- grains of new crop such as ears of wheat or kernels of gram
- Cow dung cakes and camphor
Special precautions to be taken during puja
It will be auspicious for you to keep some special things in mind while worshiping Holika Dahan. At the time of puja, do not harbor feelings of jealousy or anger towards anyone, because this festival is a symbol of love and forgiveness. Always circumambulate the fire with bare feet and a pure mind. Keep in mind that during parikrama, offer water in such a way that the fire does not extinguish completely, because keeping the fire burning is considered an auspicious sign. Celebrating this festival with restraint by staying away from Tamasic food increases peace and harmony in your family. Following these simple rules not only makes your worship successful, but also deepens your faith in God.
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