Surya Puja

Surya Puja

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Performing a Surya Puja at a temple requires specific items, or "Samagri," to offer prayers to the Sun God, Surya. Here's a general list of items commonly used in a Surya Puja at a temple:

1. Idol or Picture of Surya Deva:

  • An idol or picture of the Sun God, Surya.

2. Water:

  • For purification and offering.

3. Red Flowers:

  • Typically marigold or red hibiscus flowers are used.

4. Akshata (Unbroken Rice Grains):

  • Rice grains often used for offering.

5. Chandan (Sandalwood Paste) and Kumkum (Vermilion):

6. Camphor (Kapoor) and Diya (Oil Lamp):

  • Camphor for aarti (light offering).
  • Oil lamp with ghee or oil.

7. Incense and Dhoop (Fragrance):

  • Incense sticks (agarbatti).
  • Dhoop cones or powder.

8. Coconut:

  • Coconut is often used for offering.

9. Fruits:

  • Fresh fruits as offerings.

10. Water in a Copper Pot (Kalasha):

  • Water is often symbolically represented in a copper pot.

11. Saffron or Turmeric Powder:

12. Yellow Clothes or Fabric:

  • Often used to drape the idol or picture of Surya.

13. Rice Flour:

  • Used for making rangoli or decorations.

14. Bell:

  • A brass bell is commonly used for invoking the deity's presence.

15. Arghya Patra:

  • A vessel for offering water.

16. Coconut Water:

  • Sometimes used in the puja.

17. Red Cloth:

  • Used for wrapping the coconut and other offerings.

18. Surya Yantra:

  • A sacred geometric diagram representing the Sun.

19. Japa Mala (Prayer Beads):

  • Used for chanting mantras.

20. Sacred Thread (Yajnopavita) or Raksha (Holy Thread Bracelet):

21. Wheat or Other Grains:

  • Often used for offering.

22. Yellow and Red Powdered Pigments:

  • Used for applying tilak.

23. Betel Leaves and Nuts:

24. Prasadam:

  • Prepared food offered and blessed during the puja.

25. Traditional Clothing and Attire:

Please note that practices and items used in Surya Puja might vary based on regional customs and traditions. It's recommended to consult with the temple priests or authorities to get accurate information about the specific items and procedures followed for Surya Puja at the particular temple.

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