It is a cultural phenomenon in India to conduct a Bhumi Pujan before beginning construction of a new house work on the site or project. This traditional practice requires a kind of worship to the past readiness of the earth to provide for prosperity and happiness and the asking of forgiveness for cemeteries considered bad on the earth’s surface. In farming activities, communities also pray for a bountiful harvest. It is also very widespread to accompany farming practices with a request for the gods’ favor in yielding. This article therefore aims at enlightening the public first on the importance of Bhoomi Pujan, second on the actual process of the ritual and third on the samagri needed in order to conduct the ritual correctly.
What is Bhoomi Pujan?
Bhoomi pujan is a ritual that is done on the North – East corner of a construction site or the land meant for your new house . It was built for Lord Vastu Purusha, Goddess Bhumi, Pancha Bhuta and directional gods. The whole purpose of this pooja is to remove all the negative energies, rectify Vastu Dosh, and seek divine blessings for the land’s prosperity.
To improve the lucky feeling of the land, a plant should be grown or cows should be allowed to feed on it before the construction can commence. These actions are a sign of non-interference with nature and draw good energy to the area.
Benefits of Bhoomi Pujan
- Purification of the Land: The ritual also separates or purifies the land from all forms of energy and Karma that were previously practiced there.
- Removal of Obstacles: Bhoomi Pujan performed in construction inhibits obstacles in the construction process.
- Vastu Compliance: It has got to do with the site becoming pleasing to the Vastu Purush, implying balance and order will reign on the site.
- Prosperity and Well-being: It protects the joy and fortune of the family occupying the piece of land.
- Agricultural Benefits: In the case of agricultural land, it provides abundance in the yield by receiving a blessing for the soil.
Bhoomi Pujan Procedure
- Prepare the Site: You should make sure that the site is clean and free from any contaminants that may be hindering the process.
- Facing Direction: Ideally the worshipper should face east to perform the puja.
- Ganesh Puja: That is why the ceremony must begin with the ritual prayer to the God who helps to avoid hindrances – Lord Ganesh.
- Setup the Deities: Clean the place and then put the idols along with other articles on a platform.
- Coconut Placement: Put a coconut at the ground and cover it with red clothes.
- Perform the Havan: The priest displays a religious ceremony for opening the fire of the gods.
- Main Rituals: Some are Devi Puja, Sankalpa or vows, Shatkarma or six purification processes, Pran Pratishtha or Installation of life force, Manglik Dravya Sthapana or establishment of the symbolization of the woman.
Essential Bhoomi Pujan Samagri
- Turmeric (Pasupu/Haldi): 100 grams
- Kumkum: 100 grams
- Pan Leaves: 40
- Betel Nuts (Supari): 25
- Incense Sticks (Agarbathi): 1 packet
- Sandalwood Powder: 1 box
- White Towel: 1
- Rice: 10 lbs
- Loose Flowers: 2 bunches
- Kalash (Kalisam): 1
- Coins: 40 (Quarter denomination)
- Assorted Fruits: 3 varieties, 6 pieces each
- Blouse Piece (Red/Yellow): 1
- Camphor: 1 box
- Nava Dhanya (Nine Grains): 200 grams
- Coconuts: 4
- Prasadam Yogurt Rice: Prepared dish
- Milk: 1 gallon
- Drinking Water: 2 gallons
- Navaratna (Nine Gems): 1 box
- Pancha Loha (Five Metals): 1 box
- Lemons: 8 (yellow)
- Deity Picture: 1
- Aluminum Trays: 5
- Bricks: 10
- Napkin Roll: 1
- Mango Leaves: 10
- Shovel: 1 (for digging ground)
- Sheets and Plastic Cover: For seating
- Additional Items: Diya, Wicks, Oil, Matchbox, Bell, Knife, Rice Flour for Rangoli, Umbrella, Plastic Glasses, and Spoons
When to Perform Bhoomi Pujan
The ideal date for Bhoomi Pujan is determined based on Vaastu timings, which occur twice a month. Consult an experienced priest to select the most auspicious time.
Who Should Perform Bhoomi Pujan?
This ritual is often carried out by the family elder together with the family’s wife or husband guided by a priest. In order to get desired results the puja should be performed at the auspicious time known as Shubh Muhurat.
Strict Restrictions to avoid during Bhoomi Pujan
- Days: It is also forbidden to perform the ritual on any given Saturday, Sunday or Tuesday.
- Dates: It is advisable not to do the puja on the fourth, ninth or fourteenth lunar day.
- Pregnancy: Postpone the ritual if the woman of the family is pregnant and has reached seven months of pregnancy.
Bhoomi Pujan Costs
Hire professional priests or agencies for the service to perform Bhoomi Pujan for you. For instance, Walls and Dreams provides this service. You can email them at hello@wallsanddreams.com or call to book your ceremony at (+91) 813 037 70 70.
Bhoomi Pujan Mantra
Reciting the Bhoomi Pujan mantra invokes divine blessings:
“Om Ahum vasundharaye vidmahe Bhoot Adhatraya Dheemahi Tanno Bhumi Prachodayat”
Conclusion
In India specifically, Bhoomi Pujan ceremony is carried out before developing any project because it gives the location, its inhabitants as well as the project itself a good start. Each and every procedure is very important, whether it is understanding about the bhoomi pooja vidhi right from preparing the bhoomi poojan samagri. From using the materials for construction of a home to increasing yield in crop production, the ritual is fundamental to success. It is always advisable to go with the experienced priests to conduct the vidhi of bhoomi poojan and be encouraged with the positive outcomes of the future.
