Key Points for Worshiping Lord Ram at Home

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January 19, 2024

The consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya is scheduled for Jan 22.

For devotees unable to attend, astrologer Pandit Vinod Soni Pauddar provides guidance on performing the puja at home. 

Ideal Location for Home Temple: North-east corner of the house due to its auspicious connotations

Essential Puja Items: Betel nut, mouli, kumkum, akshat, Ganga jal, water in a copper pot, idol of Lord Ram, desi ghee, incense sticks, sandalwood, flowers, fruits, sweets, camphor, bell, and puja thali.

Puja Rituals: Position the idol of Lord Ram on the altar, draped with a red cloth. Conclude the ritual with aarti using burning camphor.

Practices: Introduce a new idol during Pran Pratishtha on Jan 22. Align the installation with the auspicious Abhijeet Muhurat.

Jalabhishek Ritual and Panchamrit bath: Conduct jalabhishek and panchamrit bath. Keep a regularly lit ghee lamp in front of the deity and face eastward during worship.

Daily Maintenance: Remove flower garlands offered each night, replacing them with fresh ones daily.