Why is Rudra Abhishek performed?
Rudrabhishek puja is performed to please Lord Shiva and seek his blessings on Mahashivratri. Here is how to perform Rudrabhishek Puja. Rudrabhishek puja is a ritual performed during Maha Shivratri to please Lord Shiva. Mahashivratri 2021: Mahashivratri is one of the most important among the 12 Shivratri in a year.
What is Rudra Abhishekam?
On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, devotees offer ‘Rudra-Abhishek’ or special ordination to the Shivling where they bathe the ‘Shivling’ with different substances and each of them has a specific significance. Devotees use water, curd, sugarcane syrup, milk, honey and other things for ‘Rudra-Abhishek.
Who should perform Rudrabhishekam?
Rudrabhishekha is performed in the morning as well as evening. One priest will be designated to you and he will help you perform the pooja. The pooja is performed in the hall and then you are taken near the Viswanatha lingam to put the flowers and milk on the lingam.
What can I do with Abhishekam water?
Sprinkle water over yourself and the items while saying a protective chant. Take a spoonful of water from the pot and pour it over your head and shoulders. Additionally, sprinkle some sacred water over the offerings and items you plan on using throughout the Shiva Abhishekam ceremony.
Can we do Abhishekam in evening?
Yes. Shiva Abhishek can be done in the evenings. Temples in South India, Tamilnadu especially, performs Abhishek 4 times in the day – Mornings (~7–8am), Afternoon (~12noon), Evenings (~4–5pm) and Night (~8pm).
Can we do Shiva Abhishekam at home?
To perform the Abhishekam at home, you would need a Shiva Linga made of Pancha Dhatu or Ashta Dhatu or Brass. Respectfully place the Shiva Linga on a brass or copper plate on the altar in your house. You may also place the idol of Nandi in front of the Linga.
How much time does it take for Rudrabhishekam?
2) Every puja will take 30 – 45 min time for you or the pandit to perform. The Three-hour time slot is a place holder for the zoom meeting. 3) Every puja will be organized by an experienced pandit with Vedic customs & rituals.
Can we drink Shiva abhishekam milk?
There is nothing wrong instead it is considered as blessing of Lord Shiva. Only The milk or any food items which is offered to banalingam can be consumed.
Which flower Lord Shiva likes?
1. Dhatura. According to the Hindu religious text Vamana Purana, when Lord Shiva drank the poison which was churned out of the ocean by the Gods and demons, Dhatura appeared from the chest of Lord Shiva. Since then, Dhatura became Lord Shiva’s favorite flower.
How much does Rudra Abhishek cost?
Rudra Abhishek Puja Cost The cost of doing this Pooja is around Rs. 1000/- INR – 2000/- INR.