How do you do Homam?

The first step in a homa ritual is the construction of the ritual enclosure (mandapa), and the last step is its deconstruction. The altar and mandapa is consecrated by a priest, creating a sacred space for the ritual ceremony, with recitation of mantras. With hymns sung, the fire is started, offerings collected.

What is homa farming?

It is an entirely spiritual practice that dates from the Vedic period. The basic aspect of homa farming is the chanting of Sanskrit mantras (agnihotra puja) at specific times in the day before a holy fire. The ash that results from the puja is used to energise composts, plants, animals, etc.

What is Agni Agnihotra?

Agnihotra (agni means fire, hotra means healing) is an ancient fire ritual from India. It is described in the Vedas, which are a body of texts about 300 years old. It was performed by orthodox Hindu communities, and is as such still performed by a small number. Different rituals were associated with it,…

Can Agnihotra help clean up the mess we created?

It is more than time that we start cleaning up the mess we created, but even more important to change our consciousness and open our hearts. Agnihotra may clean up pollutants and heal diseases, but is us, humans, who have to change. The ritual of Vedic Agnihotra is a great help to do both.

What are the effects of Agnihotra fire on human body?

Sit at Agnihotra fire and breathe in the smoke, which goes quickly into the bloodstream and lungs. This has excellent effect on circulatory system and even more so if Agnihotra ash is ingested.

Where can I find agniagnihotra rituals in Nepal?

Agnihotra rituals in Nepal 1 at southern edge of Pashupatinath temple (a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nepal) by a Purbe Brahmin. This has been in… 2 at Kumarigal, south of Bouddha (another UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal) in Kathmandu by Narayan Prasad, a Purbe… 3 at Thamel, north of central Kathmandu by Tirtha Raj Acharya More