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Dhanurmasa Special Bhagavad Gita Homam | Kumbakonam | 17^th Dec, 23 to 13^th Jan, 2024

Participate in Dhanurmasa Special Bhagavad Gita Homam in Kumbakonam from 17^th December, 2023 to 13^th Jan, 2024 seeking the benevolence of Lord Srimannarayana or Sri Krishna for Good Health, Good Fortune, Wealth, Prosperity, Peace and Harmony.

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Importance of Bhagavad Gita and Gita Homam

Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as “The Gita”, is a 700-verse ancient Indian scripture that holds profound importance in the world of philosophy, spirituality, and literature. The Gita is a conversation between Arjuna (Pandava Prince) and Lord Krishna, who serves as his charioteer (read as a mentor) and divine guide in the battle-field of Kurukshetra.

The Bhagavad Gita offers guidance on how to navigate the complexities of life and make ethical choices. At its core, the Gita addresses the concept of Dharma, the righteous duty or path one must follow in life.

Gita Homam

Gita Homam or Geeta Homam is performed everyday offering Ahuthis to Lord Yajneshwara chanting the seven hundred verses of Bhagavad Gita or simply the Gita during the solar month of Dhanurmasa. It is followed by a short discourse about Lord Sri Krishna and Bhagavad Gita. It is considered vey auspicious to perform Pujas and Fire Ceremonies during the Dhanurmasa dedicated to Lord Vishnu or Lord Srimannarayana.

As a part of Homam related to Lord Krishna, many other Mantras like Purusha sooktam, Narayana Suktam, Vishnu suktam are also chanted during the Homam.

Homam is performed under the guidance of Sri Raman Bhattar, learned Vaishnava Purohit. This Homam is performed as per the Vedic procedures and Puranic norms. Brahman Bhojan, the ritual of offering food to Brahmins is also held..

Benefits of Bhagavad Gita Homam

• Control over the mind
• Drives away dark negative forces
• Freedom from fears and sorrow
• Gain knowledge over ignorance
• Establish an inner peace
• Helps gain Courage, Focus, Inner Strength, Purify the mind
• Teaches decision making
• Takes you in the right path of Karma
• Guides you towards Balanced Life

Dhanurmasa Significance

Dhanurmasa, the solar month is a sacred and spiritually significant month in the Hindu Panchangam. It typically falls between mid-December and mid-January. This month is celebrated with great fervor and devotion by Hindus all over India and particularly in South India, and holds a special place in their hearts.

Dhanurmaas month spans for a period of 30 days, and it is believed to be the time when Lord Krishna delivered the Bhagavad-Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. This divine event is celebrated through various Pujas, Havan or Homas, rituals, prayers and cultural activities during this auspicious month.

Importance of Thiruppavai during Dhanurmasa | Tamil Nadu

One of the most significant traditions associated with Dhanurmasa is the recitation of the Thiruppavai, a collection of thirty hymns composed by the great Tamil saint Andal. These verses are sung every day during the early hours of the morning in temples and homes. It is believed that singing these hymns with devotion can lead to spiritual enlightenment and inner peace. This daily practice creates an atmosphere of devotion and spirituality, and it encourages individuals to introspect and turn their minds towards the divine.

Kumbakonam Kshetra

Temple-Town of Kumbakonam Sri Kshetra and its neighboring villages on the banks of River Kaveri (Cauvery) are world famous for its many ancient temples that were built even before the world developed civilization. Kumbakonam is best known for its Navagraha Sthalams and more than a hundred temples dedicated to many deities mentioned in the Hindu Puranas and other Dharma Granthas.

Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Kumbakonam

Srinivasa Perumal temple in Kumbakonam is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Bhagavad Gita Homam.

This ancient temple is in the village of Kadhiramangalam situated on the northern bank of Kaveri. Kadhiramangalam village was well-known for its Veda Paatha-Shaalas and Agrahaara residences for the experts in Veda and Agama Shaastras.

Note:

Please be informed that the Samoohika Puja or Homam event timings are subject to preparations, Pujas and Sevas happening at the temple locations. All events are fixed on the basis of Hindu Panchangam and the timings provided by the temple authorities. Hence the timings are subject to change based on regional Thithi, Nakshatram etc. There may be delays / change of schedule which is entirely beyond our control. We request your co-operation and continued support in this regard.

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