In India, Satyanarayan puja is usually done at home on full moon days or Purnima. However, it can be done on Amavasya or new moon and Ekadashi also.

You do not have to wait for a specific date for performing this puja. This blog discusses how to do Satyanarayan Puja at Home and talks about Benefits, Guidelines and the rituals to follow while performing Satyanarayan Puja.

How to do Satyanarayan Puja at Home

It is mainly done to worship a form of Vishnu, the God that embodies truth. As per tradition, it is done to keep worries, troubles, and woes at bay. It is a puja that is done in almost every household. It is believed to bring success and happiness.

This kind of puja is done after marriage, on housewarming, and on other important occasions.

It is supposed to bring joy and prosperity to the family. Knowing how to perform this puja at home has become a must for every household.

To begin with, you should know the advantages of doing this puja and why it is commonly done among Hindus.

If you are thinking of an ideal day for offering puja to Lord Satyanarayan, then you can go ahead because it can be conducted very easily. You do not need to wait for a festival to devote your offerings to Lord Satyanarayan.

This is a complete guideline on how to do Satyanarayan Puja at home. But before we share the guidelines, let us know a few things about the Lord Satyanarayan.

Who is lord Satyanarayan?

Lord Satyanarayan is the manifestation of Lord Vishnu, who is also known as Narayan. He symbolizes eternal truth.

Satyanarayan Puja Vidhi

Satyanarayan puja vidhi starts with offering a prayer to Lord Ganesha. You need to chant all the names of Ganesha and offer Prasad for vidhi.

Generally, modak, laddoo, or a sugar and coconut mixture is offered to our beloved Lord Ganesha.

Flower petals are also showered and then a prayer is made to worship the Navagraha’s – the nine important celestial beings in the universe. After this is done, Satyanarayan puja begins.

Benefits of Performing the Puja

These are some of the benefits that are attained by performing Satyanarayan Puja at Home.

Bring peace and wealth
Removes obstacles
Removes negativity

Why is Satyanarayan puja commonly performed?

On this day, people recite the Katha related to the puja and distribute the Prasad or food to the Lord. It is a great occasion to invite friends and family members to your house as well. If you have been facing worries of late or if you have been facing obstacles, then performing the puja with devotion is known to help you.

Significance of Performing the Puja

On this day, family members or devotees can ask the Lord to shower his compassionate grace on them. It is supposed to invite auspiciousness to your family and house.

The puja can be conducted at home as well as office irrespective of age, status, caste, and gender. It can be performed by yourself or you can even ask a pandit to do the same.

It is also generally performed amongst Hindus before engagement or marriage. If you are thinking of launching a new business, then it is a great time to go do a Satyanarayan puja.

The best part of this puja is that your status or financial background does not matter. All that matters is your bhakti.

Satyanarayan Puja Samagri list [in Bengali]

A list of items that are required to perform any Satyanarayan Puja are mentioned below

List of Items

Teel (Sesame Seed)
Haritaki
Dhaan (Paddy)
Poncho Soshyo
Pancho Ratno
Job (Millet)
Ashananguri
Modhuporko Bati
Supari
Kappur (Camphor)
Sandalwood Powder
Khori Mati (White & Yellow)
Thakurer Ashon
Homer Kaath
Swet Sorshe
Ashananguri
Dhuno
Dhuti
Agaru
Ganga Jal

These items are general items that are required for most of the Hindu Rituals and Pujas.

Satyanarayan Puja Guidelines

An idol of Satyanarayan, framed image of Satyanarayan, coins (paisa), tumbler (Bati), spoon (Chamoch), small plate (Choto Thali), turmeric powder (Holde), kumkum powder(Shidoor), flowers of three variants (3 Rokom er ful), sandalwood paste(Chandan), betel leaves (Paan), fruits (Fol), betel nuts (Supori), coconuts (Narikel), jaggery (Gur), and mango leaves (Aam Pata)

Vermilion, wheat powder, platform and cotton wool, rice mixed with Haldi powder/turmeric, stand, cotton weeks, Agarbatti (Incense Sticks), a small lamp, Nava Dhanya (nine grains and nine beans), tulsi leaves, etc.

Place the platform in the north or east section of your house and do not forget to apply turmeric and kumkum to the platforms. Spread a cloth on top of it and spread some rice on it. Prepare the Kalasam for the pooja.

You also need to place a beetle leaf and idol on top of it and keep them in front of the Kalasham. You have to apply kumkum and flowers to the framed picture and place it carefully behind the Kalasham.

It is also required to make a small Ganesha of Haldi and put a small plate of jaggery in front of it. Do not forget to light the Diyas or lamps before performing the puja. After the puja is done, you need to distribute the food to guests.

Drink the water in the Kalasam and sprinkle it around the house. Also tie the rice, fruits, and other items required during the puja in a cloth and give it to the priest.

Also read: Mahamrityunjaya Chanting for Liberation

Step by Step Procedure to Perform the Puja

On the day before, you have to mentally prepare yourself to perform the puja at home. You have to choose a date from the several puja dates.

Wak up early and if possible, take an oil bath. You have to pour clean water into the Kalash if you don’t have Gangajal.

You need to fast for the whole day if possible. However, if you have certain medical conditions, then do not fast. On this day, most people invite their friends, neighbours, and relatives for celebrating the holy occasion.

Wear traditional and clean clothes at home.

You need to smear the idol with Vermillion and sandalwood paste along with turmeric. You also need to place the nine coins on a plate. After you have prayed and asked God to shower you with blessings, the homa is performed for which you need wooden pieces and ghee to burn the fire.

It all ends with a beautiful Aarti.

FAQ: Satya Narayan Puja Vidhi

If you’re new and looking for some essential answers to Satyanarayan Puja questions, this detailed FAQ section is created just for you. Read each of these questions and their answers.

Can I perform Satyanarayan Pooja on my own?

Yes, you may download an appropriate pooja vidhi that you are familiar with and do the pooja as if the Almighty has taken the form (murthi) and is sitting before you, receiving your Bhakti (love) with which you are practising the pooja.

What really is the appropriate day for Satyanarayan Pooja?

Poornima is generally regarded as the ideal day for Satyanarayan Puja. You can, however, perform this pooja on Ekadashi as well.

What can you eat in Satyanarayan fast?

While it is preferable to fast throughout the day without eating anything, a single meal is permitted if the devotee so desires. This meal, however, should be free of salt, grains, and pulses.

When is Satyanarayan Pooja performed?

Satyanarayan Katha Puja yields beneficial benefits when performed in a systematic manner inside the shubh mahurat.

What is the significance of the Satyanarayan Puja?

Satyanarayan Puja is held in honour of Lord Vishnu’s Narayan avatar. In this aspect, the Lord is seen as the existence of truth. This puja is performed to guarantee prosperity in one’s life.

Wrapping up

Satyanarayan puja is a Hindu puja dedicated to the god Vishnu. If you’re interested in performing this puja at home, please give us a call. We would be happy to guide you through the process and help make your worship experience a memorable one.

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How to do Satyanarayan Puja at Home – Benefits & Guidelines