Abhishekam

A Sacred Offering of Purity and Devotion

Abhishekam is one of the most sacred and powerful rituals in Hinduism, where the deity is ceremoniously bathed with pure, sanctified substances while chanting sacred mantras. At Sree Lakshmi Ganapathi Havan Trust, we perform Abhishekam with utmost devotion and adherence to Vedic traditions, ensuring spiritual purity and divine blessings for all participating devotees.

The term Abhishekam in Sanskrit means “ritual bathing.” It signifies both the physical and spiritual purification of the deity’s idol and, symbolically, the devotee’s own soul. This sacred act involves offering substances like milk, curd, honey, coconut water, turmeric, sandal paste, ghee, and holy water to the presiding deity while reciting powerful Vedic hymns and invoking divine grace.

Why Perform Abhishekam?

Abhishekam is believed to remove negative energies, obstacles, and doshas while invoking the deity’s blessings for:

How It Is Performed at Sree Lakshmi Ganapathi Havan Trust