Religious practitioners dedicate a Satyanarayan Puja to worship Lord Vishnu in this form believed to embody truth and holds the universe up. Puja worship are carried out to access blessings in achieving wealth, peace and happiness, and to clear all obstructions.

When is Satyanarayan Pooja Performed?

The most popular is with Purnima or Full Moon Day. Although, it can be conducted during meaningful events like during the marriages of couples, birthdays and the like, or after completing a promise, business success, or even after a completion of a vow.

Important Elements of the Satyanarayan Pooja

Kalash Sthapana (Pot Installation): Symbolizing the divine presence, the Kalash filled with the water, which then holds mango leaves, and which is topped with a coconut is placed.

Ganesh Puja: This takes away all the hindrances.

Navagraha Puja: Worship of the nine planets, seeking for peace and harmony.

Satyanarayan Katha: Devotees reciting this Vrat are immersed in the stories of those Lord Vishnu showered his blessings on after performing this puja with absolute dedication.

Offerings (Naivedya/Prasad): This is the special prasad of Panchamrit which comprises milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar. Sheera or Sooji Halwa is also included.

Each of the devotees of the Lord Vishnu sing bhajans and in the end of as the puja is finished, an aarti is done.

Importance

This puja is fundamental for all members of the household. Assists in overcoming challenges related to money and health.